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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering a trucking accident can be catastrophic and dealing with the aftermath often necessitates expert legal advice. Carlson Bier, renowned in Illinois for their unparalleled expertise in personal injury law, is unequivocally your best choice when navigating these murky waters. Specializing specifically in trucking accidents, they meticulously handle each case to ensure optimal results for their clients. Understanding the intricacies of federal regulations governing the operation of trucks as well as the standards stipulated by state laws gives them an edge that few others possess. Their quick action means preserving vital evidence is a top priority – from skid marks to electronic data findings recorded at the moment of impact on vehicles involved in such accidents; it takes significant knowledge and dedication which are attributes inherent with this outstanding firm. The distinctive litigation strategy employed by Carlson Bier ensures each client feels represented and reassured throughout every step of this challenging process – if you need vigilant representation following a trucking accident, Carlson Bier should undoubtedly be your first consideration.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Marion Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastating impact of trucking accidents on victims and their families. As an established personal injury attorney group based right in your community in Illinois, our experienced team is dedicated to asserting your rights and advocating for you to ensure you receive appropriate compensation for injuries suffered.

Trucking accidents present unique complexities that differentiate them from standard vehicle collisions. The sheer size and weight of trucks can cause severe injuries or even fatal circumstances after an accident. Such accidents may be caused by myriad reasons such as driver fatigue, improper loading, mechanical failures, poor maintenance practices among others. Ill-considered decisions during instances like these can lead to catastrophic results – a fact that we at Carlson Bier empathize with deeply.

The law entitles victims of trucking accidents to claim damages against several parties including; the truck driver, the owner or leasing company of the truck, manufacturers responsible for defects resulting in the crash or sometimes even freight loaders who incorrectly loaded cargo—each case holds unique dynamics due its varied influences contributing to it.

• Legally proving negligence is crucial to winning any personal injury lawsuit.

• Successful filing requires diligent collection and analysis of evidence like photos from accident scene, medical reports etc.; ensuring eyewitness are faithfully reported.

• Statute of limitations ordinarily allows 2 years post-accident to make claims; however exceptions exist based on specifics – contact us for accurate guidance.

• Efficiently navigating intricate insurance laws flips outcomes favorably.

Understanding this complex legal landscape intimately obligates competent counsel capable of effectively pursuing justice on your behalf – something our team at Carlson Bier excel at providing. Not only does our firm have the resources required for comprehensive investigation into all aspects involved in your situation such as working through minutiae offered by insurers’ deceitful argot while debating settlement offers; but more importantly build compelling cases requiring detailed research which ensures best possible settlements outside courtrooms when possible or initiate litigation responsibly should need arise.

In addition to seeking compensation for medical expenses, victims of trucking accidents may be eligible for damages related to pain and suffering, lost wages and even wrongful death in some cases. Our experienced attorneys are adept at evaluating every aspect of your claim, from immediate financial costs to long-term implications on quality of life – ensuring maximum compensation.

Ultimately, the impact of a trucking accident transcends beyond physical trauma alone. It carries with it emotional agony from loss or substantial damage suffered, coupled with resultant financial burden potentially endured by victims – a situation we endeavor alleviating through our committed legal services aimed at securing your future post such unfortunate incidents.

Remember – time is critical when filing claims; efforts need commence immediately after an accident to preserve evidence, identify pertinent witnesses among others that significantly affect your case’s prospects predominantly. While dealing so rightly seems daunting—in these taxing times especially—we assure you reliable guidance along this path borne by empathy underpinned with expertise catering exclusively to needs personal injury victims undertake navigating this tricky terrain!

Contact us today at Carlson Bier if you’ve been in a trucking accident anywhere in Illinois! Let our lawyer team put their extensive know-how about traffic rules, regulations and laws into culminating favorable outcomes ensured primarily through proving negligence fundamentally inherent within such disaster struck situations.

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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 Marion

Bike Accidents

Proficient in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Burns

Extending professional legal services for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Clinical Carelessness

Providing experienced legal support for persons affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Liability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal help to consumers affected by defective items.

Geriatric Abuse

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Tumble Injuries

Specialist in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking restitution for their losses.

Infant Traumas

Supplying legal support for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to guiding individuals of car accidents gain reasonable payout for wounds and losses.

Scooter Collisions

Specializing in providing representation for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Mishap

Ensuring expert legal representation for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for hurts.

Worksite Accidents

Concentrated on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Focused on delivering specialized legal assistance for patients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Injuries

Skilled in handling cases for victims who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Specializing in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Wrongful Fatality

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal representation to ensure compensation.

Spine Damage

Expert in supporting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal assistance to secure redress.

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