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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the aftermath of a trucking accident, you need strong representation to advocate for your rights and compensation. Enter Carlson Bier, an established law firm in Illinois known for its rigorous defense of victims involved in trucking accidents. Our team’s legacy is built upon relentless pursuit of justice, with attorneys boasting extensive experience handling these complex cases. Irrespective of the situation’s magnitude or intricacies, we apply our vast knowledge on legalities surrounding truck-related incidents to secure maximum recovery for our clients’ damages. Understandably such mishaps can pose severe physical and emotional trauma; henceforth Carlson Bier steps up as your true partner ensuring no stone remains unturned while clinching rightful restitution. We remain abreast with latest regulatory trends shaping Illinois’s Truck Law landscape to bolster our strategic approach against potential adversarial contingencies—reflective in countless victories we’ve achieved over years serving folks statewide including New City residents at large who picked us rooted in trust generated via decades-long market credibility—we’ve made it abundantly clear that nowhere else does commitment towards enhancing clients’ compensation outcome rivals ours at Carlson Bier!

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in New City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the trauma and hardships that follow a devastating trucking accident. As an Illinois-based law firm specializing in personal injury cases, our team prides itself on its commitment to providing tailored legal assistance in such challenging times. A trucking accident doesn’t just result in physical injuries; it affects all aspects of life – emotionally, financially, and psychologically. We believe that victims should have access to relevant resources and guidance to navigate these turbulent circumstances.

To assist you better, let’s delve deeper into various critical aspects related to trucking accidents:

– **Severity:** The size of commercial trucks often signifies extensive damage or severe injuries. Such tragic events can lead not only to crushing medical bills but also loss of income due to inability to work.

– **Multiple Liable Parties:** Identifying liable parties in a trucking accident isn’t always straightforward because there are often multiple entities involved – from the driver and owner-operator to the manufacturer of faulty parts or even third-party maintenance companies.

– **Laws and Regulations:** Truck drivers and their employers must adhere strictly to various federal rules enforced by agencies like Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Failure to comply with regulations regarding rest breaks, weight limitations, etc., may constitute negligence contributing towards an accident.

With years of experience under our belts and substantial knowledge about state-specific laws including Illinois-regulated statutes concerning trucking accidents, we strive for maximum compensation for our clients’ losses.

Being the victim of a truck accident involves more than just physical pain. It can result in significant financial burdens from medical costs and lost wages. Additionally, victims may endure mental health challenges like PTSD or depression due to the traumatic event experienced — which is why at Carlson Bier we adopt a comprehensive approach while assessing your claims incorporating every possible impact this incident has had on your life.

One might question – why engage with legal assistance? Here’s where it becomes crucial:

– **Navigating Legal Jargons and Procedures:** Legal proceedings can be complex, filled with intricate terminologies and formalities that might feel overwhelming in such a difficult phase of your life. Our expert attorneys bring clarity to these procedures, easing your stress.

– **Collecting and Analyzing Evidence:** We meticulously gather all necessary details – from accident reports, witness testimonies to doctors’ medical opinions – necessary to build a robust case argument asserting the full extent of your damages.

– **Negotiating With Insurance Companies:** Often insurance companies aim to pay the least possible amount. Negotiating with them requires calculated approach and persistence. Trust our skilled negotiators who take it upon themselves to ensure you get rightful compensation.

At Carlson Bier law firm, we understand how disorientating life turns after an accident. But remember – you’re not alone in this fight! Our team is here every step of the way guiding you through legal complexities while fiercely advocating for your rights.

If you’ve been injured in a trucking accident, don’t delay securing informed legal counsel. The Carlson Bier team takes pride in its proven track record supporting victims during the crucial aftermath period post-trucking accidents within Illinois state jurisdictions where their expertise lies.

Remember – Every personal injury scenario is unique; therefore each case has different worth based on circumstances like level of damages suffered, extent of negligence involved among others. Click the button below now for an evaluation tailored specifically around your situation by adept professionals at Carlson Bier making sure no stone goes unturned seeking justice rightly deserved by you! Explore what difference having thorough legal representation looks like amidst tumultuous times following a trucking accident—because everyone deserves competent help when times are hard.

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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 New City

Cycling Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Offering adept legal services for individuals of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Clinical Misconduct

Delivering professional legal services for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Accountability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, supplying adept legal services to clients affected by defective items.

Aged Abuse

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

Trip & Trip Incidents

Skilled in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking recovery for their damages.

Birth Damages

Providing legal aid for households affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Collisions

Accidents: Devoted to helping sufferers of car accidents get just settlement for damages and losses.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Committed to providing representation for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Crash

Offering expert legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for harms.

Construction Site Incidents

Engaged in supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Impairments

Expert in offering professional legal assistance for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Injuries

Specialized in addressing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Committed to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Undeserved Demise

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and skilled legal services to ensure compensation.

Backbone Trauma

Expert in advocating for victims with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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