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About Carlson Bier Associates

Sustaining injuries in a trucking accident can be catastrophic, often leading to horrendous damage and suffering. To fight for justice promptly and effectively, Carlson Bier excels as the most competent choice. Our deep-rooted expertise within the Illinois legal territory allows us to cater specifically to Mount Carmel residents’ needs accurately and efficiently. As seasoned personal injury lawyers, our track record outlines countless victories in favor of victims in harrowing accidents involving trucks—a testament that supports why we are the best option for your case. Unlike others who may not comprehend the complexity of trucking laws thoroughly, we maintain a narrow focus on such cases which empowers us with specialized knowledge for crafting sterling strategies. Accordingly, Carlson Bier brings unmatched prowess and dedication to your table; this unwavering commitment is reflected through results time after time—and it’s precisely what gives every Carlson Bier client an edge when dealing with adversities associated with trucking accidents.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Mount Carmel Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we embody prestige and precision in providing personal injury law services throughout Illinois. Giving core emphasis on trucking accidents, our team of skilled attorneys aim to empower every client who finds themselves navigating through the complexities of such incidents. We approach each case with a unique lens and strategic methods tailored to deliver justice for our clients.

Understanding Trucking Accidents: Unlike common vehicle accidents, trucking accidents are embedded with layers of extensive damage and increased difficulty regarding liability assignment. Due to the many regulations surrounding commercial transportation – federal laws and industry standards – it becomes vital for a victim or their family to seek expert legal assistance to unravel these complex affairs.

A glance at few key elements that define the nature of Trucking Accidents:

• Provoked by various factors such as driver fatigue, negligence, vehicle malfunction etc.

• In most cases creates severe property damage, physical injuries sometimes leading up to fatal casualties.

• Liability can lie not only on the driver but could extend towards third parties like employers or manufacturers.

• They deal under stringent transport safety guidelines and any violation can be a significant asset during claim proceedings.

Expertise about Illinois Law: The Carlson Bier attorney group is proficient in interpreting Illinois state law intricacies pertaining to traffic violations, personal injuries as well as commercial truck lawsuits. Driven by client commitment, experience backs our litigation strategies expanding over successful verdicts across numerous cases dealing specifically with trucking accidents.

Value Proposition at Carlson Bier: It’s important for victims to know their rights following a truck accident incident; knowing how they can benefit from an expert lawyer guiding them seamlessly through claim proceedings towards obtaining due compensation stands central in this regard.

Here’s where we add value:

• Legal Relevance: Our lawyers stay updated with state laws which equips us with necessary legal knowledge empowering us with strong negotiation skills.

• Investigation Skills: A thorough investigation lays down evidence based arguments while compiling detailed reports ensuring rightful financial recovery.

• Holistic Approach: Utilizing expert relationships with accident reconstruction experts and medical professionals, we provide a well-rounded advocacy to our clients.

Reliable Advocacy: It’s not just about the law; At Carlson Bier, our attorneys realize the emotional and financial strains these accidents impose. Our commitment extends to guiding victims and their families through every step – from understanding their situation to getting them back on their feet towards rebuilding their lives.

Whether you’re grappling with legal jargon related to trucking accidents, or unsure of your rights – regardless of where in Illinois you are located – it’s essential that anyone affected by these traumatic events has access to expert insight provided by experienced personal injury lawyers like ourselves at Carlson Bier.

Let’s work together! Come explore how much your case could be worth in terms of financial compensation. Click on the button below for a valuable understanding catered uniquely to your scenario backed by professional insights derived over years of practical experience navigating the complex world of personal injury laws specifically relating to trucking accidents. Trust us as we confidently steer you towards securing justice coupled with rightful claim recovery that you deserve. Let’s start this journey together today!

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Notable Illinois Appellate Wins

Moruzzi v. CCC Servs., Inc., 2020 IL App (2d) 190411, 171 N.E.3d 61
Background: Insured motorist filed action against insurer for declaratory judgment seeking construction of automobile insurance policy issued to insured and that was in effect when insured was injured by an underinsured driver. The Circuit Court, DuPage County, Bonnie M. Wheaton, J., granted the insurer's motions for summary judgment. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Zenoff, J., held that:1 medical payments reduction clause in automobile insurance policy conflicted with underinsured motorist provisions so as to render reduction clause ambiguous, and thus medical payment benefits were deductible from insured's damages;2 law firm representing insured did not create common fund or common funds when it reached settlement with underinsured motorist, and thus law firm was not entitled to recover fees under common-fund doctrine; and3 collateral estoppel did not bar automobile insurers from litigating whether common-fund doctrine applied in insured motorist's declaratory judgment action.Affirmed in part and reversed in part.
Maier v. CC Servs., Inc., 2019 IL App (3d) 170640, 132 N.E.3d 795
Background: After insured, who was injured in automobile collision with another driver, recovered full liability limits of driver's policy, she filed amended complaint for declaratory judgment against her own automobile insurer, alleging that insurer breached contractual duty to pay for insured's damages in accordance with uninsured/underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage in insured's policy and that insurer acted in bad faith in denying insured such coverage. The Circuit Court, La Salle County, Troy D. Holland, J., granted the insurer's motion to dismiss claims as time-barred. Insured appealed.The Appellate Court ruled that neither the insurer nor the insured could add amended policy provisions to the court record. It was decided that the policy's requirement for a written arbitration demand applied to both uninsured and underinsured motorist claims. The court found that a letter from the insured's attorney to the insurer wasn't a valid arbitration demand nor a proof of loss to toll the statute of limitations. Finally, the insurer was permitted to use the defense based on the two-year statute of limitations period. The court's decision was affirmed.
Econ. Premier Assurance Co. v. Country Mut. Ins. Co., 2021 IL App (1st) 192364-U
Holding: The circuit court's order that granted defendant's motion for summary judgment and denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment was proper where defendant had no duty to indemnify its insured with respect to the underlying complaint and therefore plaintiff was not entitled to recover against defendant on its subrogation or unjust enrichment claims; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Westerheide, 2023 IL App (5th) 220343-U
Holding: The court affirmed judgment of the circuit court granting summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff where the defendant failed to make a written demand for arbitration within two years from the date of the accident as required by the underinsured provisions of the defendant's automotive insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Olsak, 2022 IL App (1st) 200695, 216 N.E.3d 291
In a complex legal case, an insurer sought to avoid defending or indemnifying a hockey player under a policy issued to the player's stepfather after the player was sued for assaulting his coach. The initial Circuit Court ruling favored the insurer, but the Appellate Court reversed this decision, leading to a protracted legal battle. Ultimately, the Appellate Court determined the insurer was liable only up to the $3 million policy limit and found the insurer's four-year delay in seeking a declaratory judgment to be reasonable. This case highlights important aspects of insurance litigation and policy limit liabilities.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Durkin Elec. Co., Inc., 2022 IL App (1st) 210293-U, appeal denied, 199 N.E.3d 1187 (Ill. 2022)
Holding: The circuit court's order that denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment and found that defendant was an additional insured under the policy was proper. The circuit court's order that denied defendant's motion for summary judgment and found that plaintiff did not have a duty to defend or indemnify defendant under the policy was proper; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Groen, 2017 IL App (4th) 160028, 69 N.E.3d 911
Background: Uninsured motorist (UM) carrier brought action against insured for declaratory judgment that it owed no benefits since workers' compensation received by insured exceeded policy limits. The Circuit Court, Sangamon County, Chris Perrin, J., entered summary judgment in favor of the carrier. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Harris, J., held that:1 employer's medical payments entitled carrier to setoff, and2 setoff clauses were enforceable.Affirmed.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Frobish, 2021 IL App (3d) 190473-U
Holding: Allegations in the underlying complaint that a township employee caused property damage by excavating and digging out a ditch failed to impose a duty to defend under township employee's individual farm insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Jones, 2018 IL App (1st) 173154-U
Holding: The judgment of the circuit court of Cook County is affirmed; plaintiff is entitled to summary judgment on its claim for a declaratory judgment that it has no duty to defend or indemnify its insured against the underlying complaint because the loss claimed in the underlying complaint is subject to an exclusion. The court held that it would also enter judgment for plaintiff because the underlying complaint does not allege an “occurrence” causing bodily injury within the meaning of the policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Schmitt, 2021 IL App (5th) 190173-U
Holding: The appellate court reversed and remanded the judgment of the circuit court where plaintiff had no duty to defend its insured and thus was not stopped from raising policy defenses to coverage for the underlying tort action contained in the amended declaratory action.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Livorsi Marine, Inc., 222 Ill. 2d 303, 856 N.E.2d 338 (2006) (the late Keith Carlson)
Liability insurer brought action against insureds for a declaratory judgment based on failure to provide timely notice of lawsuits against them. The Circuit Court, Cook County, Stephen A. Schiller, J., entered judgment for the insurer. Insureds appealed. The Appellate Court, Wolfson, J., 358 Ill.App.3d 880, 295 Ill.Dec. 665, 833 N.E.2d 871, affirmed. Leave to appeal was granted.Holdings: The Supreme Court, Garman, J., held that:1 if the insurer did not receive reasonable notice of an occurrence or a lawsuit, the policyholder may not recover under the policy, regardless of whether the lack of reasonable notice prejudiced the insurer, overruling Rice v. AAA Aerostar, Inc., 294 Ill.App.3d 801, 229 Ill.Dec. 20, 690 N.E.2d 1067, and Cincinnati Insurance Co. v. Baur's Opera House, Inc., 296 Ill.App.3d 1011, 230 Ill.Dec. 624, 694 N.E.2d 593, and2 insured did not need to prove that it was prejudiced by delayed notice of lawsuits.Affirmed.
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Trucking accidents are often caused by a combination of factors, including driver fatigue, mechanical failures, improper loading of cargo, speeding, and inadequate driver training. External factors like poor road conditions and bad weather can also contribute.

Safety first: move to a safe area if possible. Call emergency services for medical and police assistance. Document the scene with photos and notes, and gather contact information from witnesses and all involved parties. It’s also crucial to seek medical attention, even if you feel fine, as some injuries may not be immediately apparent.

Liability in trucking accidents can be complex. It may involve the truck driver, the trucking company, manufacturers of truck parts, or other third parties. An investigation will typically look into the driver’s actions, vehicle maintenance records, the trucking company’s compliance with regulations, and other factors to determine fault.

Victims of trucking accidents may be entitled to various forms of compensation, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. In some cases, punitive damages might be awarded, especially if gross negligence or intentional misconduct is involved.

Trucking accidents often involve complex legal and regulatory issues. An attorney with experience in this field can navigate federal and state trucking laws, deal with large trucking companies and their insurers, and help ensure that you receive fair compensation. They can also assist in gathering evidence and expert testimonies necessary for building a strong case.

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Areas of Practice in Mount Carmel

Bicycle Collisions

Focused on legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Burns

Giving professional legal help for victims of major burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Physician Misconduct

Providing specialist legal services for victims affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Accountability

Addressing cases involving defective products, providing adept legal guidance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble & Tumble Mishaps

Expert in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their harm.

Childbirth Harms

Delivering legal aid for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Accidents: Devoted to aiding individuals of car accidents receive equitable remuneration for hurts and losses.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Expert in providing legal advice for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Truck Accident

Offering expert legal representation for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for injuries.

Worksite Crashes

Concentrated on assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Brain Damages

Expert in extending dedicated legal assistance for persons suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Proficient in managing cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Committed to legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Undeserved Fatality

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and expert legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Focused on defending persons with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal representation to secure settlement.

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