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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a trucking accident, it is crucial to have skilled representation. Carlson Bier brings to the table years of experience specifically with trucking accidents. We understand that each case is unique and requires a specialized approach. Regardless of the complexity, our dedication remains unchanged – achieving maximum compensation for our clients’ injuries and losses. Having represented numerous individuals across diverse jurisdictions, including Washington, we comprehend the intricacies involved in inter-state laws surrounding these types of accidents. Our firm’s commitment to utilizing comprehensive legal strategies has resulted in obtaining many satisfactory outcomes for aggrieved victims seeking justice after being wronged on U.S roads by commercial trucks or heavy-duty vehicles operators demonstrating negligibility or non-compliance with safety protocols.Our all-accomplishing team at Carlson Bier knows no bounds when providing optimal support throughout every phase of your case.We are your formidable ally against large insurance companies unrightfully denying policyholders their deserved claims.The depth of expertise prevalent within Carlson Bier makes us an outstanding consideration for advocating your trucking accident-related issues.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Washington Illinois

Based in Illinois, Carlson Bier is a distinguished law firm that provides steadfast representation to victims of personal injury. Our expert team specializes notably in the field of trucking accidents. Truck accidents often result in severe injuries due to the size and weight of the vehicles involved. Whether you are a pedestrian, another road user or driver involved in an accident with a commercial truck, it is paramount for you to understand your rights and legal options moving forward.

In essence, trucking accidents involve unique legal and factual complexities compared to typical motor vehicle collisions. These include intricate regulations by both state and federal governing bodies that shape liability issues and insurance coverage standards obligatory to large trucks. With our dedicated team at Carlson Bier, we boast an intimate understanding of these laws helping ensure a comprehensive evaluation of all potential sources of recovery.

Furthermore, there are distinctive types of negligence that contribute significantly towards trucking accidents:

• Fatigued driving – Truck operators often spend long hours on the road leading to exhaustion which potentially results in accidents.

• Speeding- Due to delivery deadlines, speeding occasionally offers itself as an undesired necessity for most drivers resulting in risky scenarios.

• Inadequate training –Novice drivers without adequate safety training strokes collision risks.

• Improperly loaded cargo – If not correctly valuable freight can shift during transit or even spill over causing dangerous occurrences.

Our attorneys fathom these factors distinctly attributing them effectively across various stages of litigation to establish fault , decipher causation links and quantify damages adequately.

One critical aspect that many overlook following a major accident involves preserving key pieces of evidence. In our years representing clients within this specific area at Carlson Bier ,we can promptly take decisive steps after incidents – such as issuing spoliation letters or hiring expert witnesses for scene examinations thereby ensuring crucial data preservation.

Moreover , we embrace working prolonged hours if necessary conducting thorough investigation substantiating every core aspect around client claims allowing us determine compensatory measures ideal for the emotional distress , medical expenses, lost income and other losses suffered by our clients. With unswerving commitment to every client’s case, we provide top notch legal representation directed towards delivering positive outcomes.

A remarkable point of emphasis also lays in understanding that numerous parties may bear responsibility following a truck accident . This typically ranges from the driver, their employer and even possibly, third party maintenance corporations or manufacturers if undetected mechanical defects contributed to the crash. Carlson Bier attorneys possess the tenacity and experience necessary to unravel these layers helping secure justice for victims caught up in such predicaments.

If there arises a situation requiring courtroom proceedings, you can count on our zealous advocacy each step of the way. We are well-versed with navigating court systems across Illinois presenting poignant arguments persuasively before both judges and juries alike valiantly fighting against trucking companies and insurance agencies .

While compensation never fully replaces what’s been lost , it does help set things right financially cushioning accident victims as they piece life back together post-tragedy . At Carlson Bier ,we relentlessly pursue maximal settlement ensuring sufficient financial recovery necessary assisting incidences of life-altering injuries

or unwarranted deaths.

On that note, embarking this journey without expert legal counsel likely complicates matters reducing chances of securing just compensation commensurate to harm inflicted .If you or someone close has suffered injuries due to a trucking accident , waste no time pondering next steps.Rather click on the button below now! Initiate your free consultation process today allowing us perform an extensive evaluation providing insight into how much your case could essentially be worth.Help us extend our lifeline pulling you out from this web of confusion towards brighter days marking your pathway down recovery lane. Remember at Carlson Bier, your pain is ours too- let us turn it around together securing justice rightly deserved!.

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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 Washington

Pedal Cycle Crashes

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

Burn Burns

Supplying professional legal advice for people of severe burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Medical Incompetence

Providing experienced legal support for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Handling cases involving unsafe products, delivering specialist legal assistance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Neglect

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Fall and Slip Occurrences

Professional in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking compensation for their harm.

Neonatal Damages

Delivering legal help for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Collisions

Accidents: Dedicated to assisting clients of car accidents get just recompense for hurts and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Trucking Incident

Providing specialist legal assistance for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for losses.

Building Mishaps

Concentrated on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Neurological Traumas

Committed to delivering specialized legal services for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Specializing in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unfair Fatality

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and professional legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Dedicated to assisting persons with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure justice.

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