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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to tackling complex trucking accident cases in Orland Hills, Carlson Bier sets the standard. As the go-to personal injury attorneys trusted by many residents, we approach each case meticulously – find every kernel of truth and leverage it to your advantage. Truck accidents can come with devastating consequences that reach beyond physical damage — spiraling medical expenses, possible lost wages, or debilitating disabilities. In these dire situations where so much is on stake – our seasoned attorneys step up! At Carlson Bier, a deep-seated commitment gets paired with vast legal acumen; ensuring no stone goes unturned when fighting for your rightful claims. We prioritize understanding each client’s unique circumstances before formulating strategies—because you deserve representation as nuanced as your situation demands!. Time and again, Carlson Bier has proven itself within Illinois’ demanding legal battlegrounds—a testament to our unfaltering resolve towards securing justice for clients involved in trucking accidents.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Orland Hills Illinois

Carlson Bier is a leading personal injury law firm that is committed to serving individuals in Illinois, protecting their interests and rights in the face of life-altering injuries caused by accidents. Our primary goal remains delivering utmost client satisfaction through comprehensive legal services and maximum compensation.

One area where we excel remarkably is trucking accidents. Truck accidents can occur due to various reasons – reckless driving, inadequate training, mechanical failures, overloaded trucks or non-compliance with safety standards. These often have severe consequences causing significant physical injuries alongside emotional trauma and financial distress.

– Violations of regulations: Understanding the specific legislation surrounding truck operation may be challenging but is vital for your case. At Carlson Bier, our expert attorneys consider it top priority to understand if any laws were violated during the course of events that led up to the accident.

– Responsibilities of parties involved: Determining who was at fault in causing an accident needs thorough investigation which could reveal more than one party being responsible like truck driver(s), owner(s) or manufacturer(s). Our team meticulously investigates every detail ensuring all liable parties are held accountable.

– Damages incurred: Personal injury cases often involve multi-dimensional damages such as medical expenses, loss of earning capacity and severe emotional suffering which are taken into account while pursuing legal action.

Owing to the complexity inherent in these cases attributed to multiple potential defendants and insurance companies involved, coupled with strict federal regulations governing the commercial transport industry – developing an effective trial strategy requires expertise beyond standard motor vehicle crashes.

Here’s how Carlson Bier assists you after a disastrous encounter:

• Deep legal acumen allows us to uncover facts typically overlooked like obscure technical violations which could strongly tip off scales favorably.

• A long-standing professional relationship with renowned specialists from divergent fields helps in acquiring pivotal evidence substantiating claims unequivocally.

• We regularly confer with economists & health care planners calculating accurate liability estimates accounting disruption inflicted upon both personal life and professional career.

Ensuring clients understand their rights completely remains our cardinal objective, as an informed client can collaborate constructively aiding the lawsuit progression meaningfully. Recognizing nuances surrounding truck accident litigations is a daunting task demanding expert counsel experienced in guiding accident victims towards resolution.

Accidents involving commercial trucks often result in serious life-altering injuries or fatalities due to sheer disparity in size compared to regular vehicles. These accidents generate complicated claims processes with higher stakes, making legal assistance from trusted experts like Carlson Bier imperative. At Carlson Bier, every case begins with a detailed consultation where we clarify the whole procedure ensuring full disclosure regarding every possible outcome your case may encounter.

Each trial approach conceived at Carlson Bier lays emphasis on presenting compelling court narratives driven by tangible evidence conquering all discrepancies convincingly. Client’s interests are prioritized above everything else warranting swift justice evoking maximum compensation easing recovery path substantially.

Our competent personal injury attorneys will guide you through this challenging period with understanding and skillful representation granting you deserved peace of mind during tumultuous times.

Do you need help after a trucking accident? Your potential claim could be worth more than you think! To find out how much your case might be worth, don’t hesitate any longer – simply click on the button below for your no-obligation consultation. Let our team lend their expertise to bolster your cause – we are here to navigate the intricate legalese on behalf of you while channelizing time and energy towards recovery and rejuvenation amidst supportive care providers.

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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 Orland Hills

Bike Mishaps

Focused on legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Extending skilled legal services for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Hospital Carelessness

Offering experienced legal assistance for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, extending expert legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Misconduct

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Fall Incidents

Skilled in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking justice for their suffering.

Infant Damages

Providing legal assistance for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Collisions

Incidents: Dedicated to aiding clients of car accidents get just compensation for harms and harm.

Motorbike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal advice for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Trucking Incident

Offering professional legal services for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just claims for damages.

Construction Accidents

Focused on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Head Injuries

Expert in delivering compassionate legal support for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Damages

Expertise in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Focused on legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unjust Demise

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and professional legal guidance to ensure justice.

Vertebral Damage

Expert in representing victims with paralysis, offering specialized legal support to secure redress.

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