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About Carlson Bier Associates

When catastrophic trucking accidents occur in Norwood Park, residents trust the seasoned expertise of Carlson Bier to relentlessly advocate for their rights. Our highly-qualified attorneys understand the dynamics of commercial vehicle collisions and utilize this specialized knowledge to effectively represent our clients. We’re known for an unyielding pursuit of justice – meticulously unwinding complex accident circumstances, holding accountable parties responsible, and securing maximum compensation for victims’ injuries or losses. Over years serving Illinoisans, we’ve built a notable reputation shaping successful outcomes—proven track record that imparts confidence during challenging times. A Carlson Bier attorney on your team ensures personalized strategies marked by in-depth investigation process; resultant compelling evidence builds formidable cases against skillful defense teams insurers usually employ.

With 24/7 readiness to consult with you following any devastating truck crash and provide precise guidance through involved legal process borne out of such incidents demonstrates why many choose us as their trusted partner when dealing most critical recourse after a life-altering incident: Justice})}

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Norwood Park Illinois

Carlson Bier is your go-to destination for seasoned counsel in the complex realm of trucking accidents. Our experienced team of personal injury attorneys are based in Illinois and specialize extensively in cases related to trucking accidents, having accrued decades of experience representing victims who have suffered due to others’ negligence on the road.

Trucking accidents are unfortunately frequent and can be absolutely devastating due to the large size and heavy weight of commercial trucks involved. These collisions often result not just in severe damage to vehicles but tragic injuries, life-altering consequences or even death for those involved. With our firm understanding of trucking laws and regulations along with comprehensive insight into common reasons behind such incidents – from driver fatigue, improper maintenance, speeding, distracted driving to violating safety regulations – we harness all resources available at our disposal to effectively represent your interests.

• Proven Expertise: Carlson Bier boasts a team spirited by sheer dedication towards safeguarding clients’ right coupled with an unrivaled acumen for identifying key factors contributing towards each individual accident case. That’s what makes us stalwarts in providing top-notch legal representation if you have been a victim of a trucking accident.

• Comprehensive Assistance: From initial claims procedure till trial stages if required; rest assured that we stand alongside you at every step, shouldering your burdens so you can focus on recovery.

• No Win- No Fee Policy: As proof positive of our confidence derived from consistent past victories, note that unless we secure compensation on your behalf, there will be no attorney fees charged.

Our personalized approach enables swift identification and precise presentation of all relevant evidence supporting your claim. Given the extensive regulation guiding the operation of commercial trucks varying by length, weight requirements to load restrictions etc., combined with several other arcane logistical concerns parallely influencing liabilities surrounding these incidents; potential damages awarded notably hinge upon creating an irrefutable narrative spotlighting exactly how these rules were violated leading up to a specific accident under question. At Carlson Bier, our attorneys will deftly wield their vast knowledge and strong negotiation skills to ensure they craft a potent case uniquely tailored for your individual situation.

As an Illinois-based firm that is steadfast in adherence to local laws including advertising regulations; please note that we’re not purporting an office presence outside our actual physical locations. While we do serve clients across the state of Illinois, we respect the fact that we cannot falsely advertise being based in areas like Norwood Park without having any tangible presence there.

Regardless of where you might be located within the jurisdiction of our practice, if you’ve experienced the traumatically life-altering aftermaths of a trucking accident – Carlson Bier invites you to see how personal injury law isn’t just about litigation; but compassionately standing together with those scarred by unfortunate incidents offering legal support beyond mere transactional services. This is achieved whilst ensuring tenacious representation defending your rights so as to maximize monetary compensation owed to you befitting damages suffered.

In faith towards empowering potential victims with vital, need-to-know information regarding accidents involving commercial trucks, it behooves readers to understand the sheer scale these cases could escalate towards from minor fractures escalating all the way up-to worst case scenarios resulting even in loss-of-life.

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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 Norwood Park

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Expert in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Offering skilled legal assistance for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Hospital Incompetence

Offering dedicated legal support for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Liability

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, delivering adept legal support to customers affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble and Slip Injuries

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking compensation for their suffering.

Neonatal Wounds

Offering legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Committed to helping individuals of car accidents obtain appropriate payout for injuries and damages.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in providing legal support for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Truck Incident

Delivering expert legal services for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for damages.

Building Site Accidents

Dedicated to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Traumas

Focused on offering compassionate legal assistance for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at handling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Focused on legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Demise

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Focused on assisting persons with spine impairments, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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