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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the wake of a trucking accident, turn to Carlson Bier for dedicated and professional legal assistance. As experienced attorneys, we understand that every incident imposes physical pain, emotional distress and financial concerns on the victims. Based in Illinois with significant reach extending even up to Saybrook, our firm specializes in Personal Injury Law associated particularly with truck-related accidents. In such devastating situations where you are grappling with major repercussions caused by another’s negligence or recklessness on the road, enlist our expertise to fight effectively for your rightful claims. Through meticulous examination of evidence and aggressive negotiation tactics against arduous insurance companies, we ensure maximum compensation is secured in each case handled by us at Carlson Bier. Our reputation not only lies with winning cases but also bringing abiding positive changes into the lives of individuals hit hard by such adversarial circumstances. Count on quality representation from attorneys who care – choose Carlson Bier.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Saybrook Illinois

Experiencing a devastating truck accident leaves victims with much more than just physical injuries. Often there is emotional trauma, job loss, and substantial financial hardship to contend with too. As renowned personal injury attorneys in Illinois, Carlson Bier can assist you in navigating the complex legal landscape of trucking accidents.

Trucking accidents are complicated due to the many players involved – from the driver, their employer, maintenance providers to vehicle manufacturers. Our team at Carlson Bier has honed its expertise in identifying responsibility zones and ensuring all liable parties are held accountable for your injuries and damages.

Understanding the nuances of a trucking accident means recognizing its unique categories. These include jackknife accidents where the trailer folds towards the cab forming a right-angle shape, undercarriage or underride accidents that occur when smaller vehicles slide under larger trucks during collisions, and rollover crashes which could be instigated by high-speed turns or heavy cargo loads.

The reasons behind these crashes vary immensely:

• Driver fatigue: One of the most common causes due to grueling behind-the-wheel hours.

• Inadequate training: Sometimes drivers haven’t had sufficient training on handling large vehicles or understanding safety procedures.

• Poor maintenance: If regular inspections aren’t carried out on trucks, mechanical issues can cause major accidents.

• Impaired driving: Sadly this continues to feature prominently as an issue; intoxicated or drug-impaired drivers pose serious road risks.

Compiling evidence accurately following a trucking accident is another area where we excel at Carlson Bier. Carefully gathering witness statements supervision records like logbooks for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations compliance proof, black box data and reconstructions along with medical records detailing injury extent helps build compelling cases for compensation recovery.

Rules governing commercial trucks carry significant sanctions if not complied with. One such important piece of legislation is ‘Hours of Service’ regulation, limiting daily driving maximums to prevent fatigue-related incidents. Another key one focus on the weight and size of trucks. Awareness of these laws help us outline liabilities clearer during personal injury cases.

Remember, though this can seem overwhelming, you are not alone in this process. Every step from accident scene documentation through negotiations with insurance companies to court-room representation, Carlson Bier is by your side ensuring a fair and just compensation for the pain you’ve endured.

Navigating a trucking accident case requires more than legal guidance; each healing journey involves medical treatments, daily palatable advice on dealing with trauma impact plus follow-ups after closing cases. Our team has sculpted a client-friendly approach that extends beyond just legal resolutions to ensure holistic support systems throughout your recovery journey.

Don’t let the intimidating bulk of information surrounding trucking accidents overwhelm you; our dedicated attorneys at Carlson Bier bring years of experience and knowledge to your aid. Take that first crucial step towards gaining control over your traumatic predicament by exploring how much your case could be worth. Click on the button below to ascertain an estimate of what justice might look like in monetary terms for you.

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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 Saybrook

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Proficient in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Providing professional legal services for victims of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Hospital Incompetence

Extending expert legal representation for patients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Liability

Handling cases involving unsafe products, extending professional legal services to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Stumble Accidents

Expert in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking justice for their damages.

Birth Injuries

Supplying legal guidance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Accidents: Focused on guiding individuals of car accidents gain appropriate recompense for injuries and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Committed to providing legal support for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

18-Wheeler Accident

Extending adept legal assistance for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for losses.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Harms

Dedicated to ensuring specialized legal assistance for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Proficient in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

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

Unjust Death

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Committed to defending clients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal representation to secure compensation.

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