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About Carlson Bier Associates

Have you or a loved one been involved in a trucking accident in Springfield? Get the representation you need and deserve with Carlson Bier. Our dedicated team of attorneys specialize in handling such cases, combining legal expertise and deep understanding of traffic rules to fight vigorously for your rights. When it comes to dealing with complex trucking accident claims, our track record speaks for itself. Securing adequate compensation can be challenging; hence we offer top-notch, personalized services tailored to meet individual needs following distressing accidents involving commercial trucks. At Carlson Bier, we prioritize open communication and attentiveness while achieving compelling results against large insurance companies that often dispute liability or downplay victims’ injuries upon such occurrences. Stand tall during this difficult time knowing your interests are meanwhile best represented by upright advocates fiercely pursuing justice on behalf of our clients across never-failing Illinois landscapes including Springfield – no matter the related logistics intricacies embedded within them thus confirming why choosing us is an absolute necessity for safeguarding rightful consequences owed by law’s due process pertaining toward unfortunate experiences encountering restructuring perils arising from truck-related adversities as “are”—Carlson Bier!

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Springfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in representing victims of trucking accidents. Our dedicated personal injury legal team is based in Illinois and have years of experience and proven expertise navigating the complexities associated with trucking accident cases.

Trucking accidents can be catastrophic events leading to serious injuries or even fatalities due to the sheer size and weight of these vehicles. Numerous variables exist that contribute to these unfortunate incidents such as driver fatigue, reckless driving, improper loading, mechanical faults, among others. These factors increase the risk posed by trucks on our roads, making them a key contributor to some of the most severe traffic-related accidents witnessed.

It’s crucial for any individual involved in a trucking accident to understand their rights and options. Here at Carlson Bier, we guide our clients through every step of their case. We ensure they fully comprehend all aspects including liability determination – which revolves around identifying who bears fault for the accident; It may be the truck driver themselves if negligence or recklessness was at play or it could extend to other parties such as trucking companies if defective equipment or lack of maintenance come under scrutiny.

Additionally, it’s imperative to understand financial compensation potential arising from these incidents which cover numerous areas:

• Medical cost recovery: Expenses related directly towards treating immediate injuries incurred during the accident.

• Rehabilitative costs: Covering expenses related to long-term therapies or procedures required post-accident.

• Lost wages: The income lost owing to inability work while recovering from an injury.

• Pain & suffering compensation: Legally referred as non-economic damages; covers psychological trauma endured after an accident.

The importance of having representation like ours cannot be overstated when facing insurance adjusters whose main objective is often denying you legitimate claims instead of promoting your welfare.

But what sets us apart at Carlson Bier? Commitment and competence are pillars underpinning our practice but above all else – we genuinely care about clients’ wellbeing maintaining constant communication throughout the entire process, ensure they understand every aspect of their case. Our experienced team will diligently work to comprehensively investigate your claim, gather necessary evidence, negotiate aptly with insurance companies and if required, represent you fervently in court.

Our success is largely attributed to our proactive approach. Instead of waiting for events to occur post-accident; we’re constantly on the offensive – fighting relentlessly for clients’ rights ensuring they receive the compensation duly deserved. At Carlson Bier, there’s no room for complacency and we treat each case individually to provide personalized legal service tailored for desired outcomes.

The aftermath of a trucking accident can be overwhelming–but having an attorney from Carlson Bier by your side guarantees professional support aimed towards getting you through these challenging times both legally and emotionally.

Fear not about cost implications when working with us; We offer a contingency based fee structure meaning our fees are purely tied to successful resolution of your case. You owe us nothing unless we achieve a financial recovery on your behalf.

When dealing with heavyweights such as insurance adjusters or meticulous legal procedures post-trucking accident, having an ally like Carlson Bier gives you decisive advantage turning the odds in your favor ensuring justice prevails above all else.

Arm yourself with crucial knowledge about this key practice area even further by clicking on the button below. Find out how much your trucking accident case could potentially worth without any obligation whatsoever – Your path towards receiving fair compensation starts here at Carlson Bier!

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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 Springfield

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Proficient in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or risky conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Providing professional legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Physician Negligence

Ensuring dedicated legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, supplying specialist legal guidance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Fall Occurrences

Skilled in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking compensation for their injuries.

Childbirth Traumas

Delivering legal guidance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Incidents: Focused on guiding sufferers of car accidents get just settlement for hurts and impairment.

Scooter Incidents

Dedicated to providing representation for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

18-Wheeler Crash

Offering expert legal support for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for hurts.

Construction Crashes

Committed to defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Head Harms

Dedicated to extending compassionate legal services for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Skilled in dealing with cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unfair Passing

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and expert legal services to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Committed to representing patients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal representation to secure settlement.

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