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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a traumatic trucking accident, the legal prowess of Carlson Bier can prove to be invaluable. Our extensive knowledge and understanding of Illinois law puts us at an advantage when navigating the complex aftermath of such accidents. The attorneys at Carlson Bier specialize in litigating truck accident cases, ensuring victims receive the adequate compensation they are entitled under the legal framework. Trucking accidents often result in substantial damages that call for significant financial recovery – matters we passionately advocate for our clients within Edgewater and beyond. We meticulously analyze each case’s nuances while leaving no stone unturned to substantiate our assertions effectively; this exhaustive approach is what cements us as a leading choice among those seeking redress after a trucking accident. Our commitment goes beyond winning trials; it extends towards forging strong client relationships through transparent communication and reliable services. Vigorous, adept, and compassionate – qualities embodied by Carlson Bier that make them a prudent consideration amid formidable circumstances like these.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Edgewater Illinois

Navigating the repercussions of a serious trucking accident can be a daunting task. Understanding your rights and how to pursue compensation for your injuries is crucial. At Carlson Bier, our team of dedicated personal injury attorneys in Illinois stand ready to assist you through these challenging times.

Trucking accidents are no ordinary incidents; they often result in severe, sometimes fatal injuries due to the size and weight difference between trucks and other road vehicles. From broken bones and spinal cord injuries to traumatic brain damage, the health implications can be life-altering.

• Undeniably, the legal aftermath of such an accident can be complex due to multiple parties’ potential involvement – from truck drivers and their employers to manufacturers or maintenance providers.

• There may also exist an intricate web of local, state, or federal laws that apply specifically to commercial truck operations—a matter Carlson Bier is well-versed in navigating.

Having represented numerous clients involved in truck-related accidents throughout Illinois, we appreciate the distressing realities you face and dedicate ourselves wholly towards achieving justice on your behalf:

• We hold negligent parties accountable by meticulously examining every detail relating to your case—this could involve analyzing logbooks for hours-of-service infractions or assessing cargo-loading procedures.

• Our services extend beyond legal representation; We also help facilitate communication with insurance companies—often complicated entities that require tactful handling.

It is important not just knowing that you have suffered but demonstrating how deeply this disruption has affected your life legally:

• Gathering meticulous medical documentation related to your injuries

• Documenting time lost from work along with any associated financial impact

As experienced Illinois-based personal injury lawyers, we at Carlson Bier understand that standing against large corporations can be intimidating. Still, rest assured that we fiercely advocate for our clients’ rights irrespective of who stands on the opposing side. By relentlessly pushing for maximum compensation levels justified by your situation’s severity – not merely what offending parties want you conveniently settled with.

When you partner with us, you’re more than a client; you become part of the Carlson Bier family. We pride ourselves on using our extensive legal expertise to provide empathetic representation that recognizes your distress while working tirelessly towards securing justice for you.

Being involved in a trucking accident quickly becomes overwhelming but turning to an experienced legal team can significantly lessen the burden. The actions taken in the aftermath of such an incident may deeply influence your quality of life moving forwards.

We, at Carlson Bier, urge any Illinois-based individuals grappling with the fallout from a truck-related accident not to bear this load alone. Click on the button below to find out how much your case is worth and let us lend our experience and determination to assist you during these difficult times.

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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 Accident FAQ​

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 Edgewater

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Expert in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Burns

Supplying adept legal support for victims of major burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Delivering dedicated legal representation for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Accountability

Dealing with cases involving defective products, offering adept legal support to clients affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Abuse

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking compensation for their damages.

Infant Harms

Providing legal support for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Crashes: Focused on guiding sufferers of car accidents secure equitable remuneration for injuries and harm.

Scooter Collisions

Specializing in providing legal services for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Trucking Crash

Delivering specialist legal services for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for hurts.

Worksite Crashes

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Head Damages

Committed to extending dedicated legal representation for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Adept at addressing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Dedicated to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Loss

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Backbone Impairment

Dedicated to representing clients with spine impairments, offering expert legal support to secure redress.

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