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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the aftermath of a trucking accident, the legal knowledge and experience of Carlson Bier can prove invaluable in navigating through complex litigation. As exceptional personal injury lawyers practicing diligently throughout Illinois, we have earned a reputation for our comprehensive understanding of trucking regulations and accident investigation techniques. At Carlson Bier, we are committed to securing justice for individuals significantly impacted by devastating accidents involving large trucks or commercial vehicles. We meticulously analyze every case detail, using effective strategies tailored uniquely to each client’s circumstances. Our unwavering dedication empowers us to pursue maximum compensation tirelessly with relentless advocacy on behalf of our clients’ rights and wellbeing. Trust your case to Carlson Bier – The voice you need during trying times underscored by integrity, capability and resilience regardless of where in Illinois you’ve encountered hardship due to a truck-related incident.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Rogers Park Illinois

Trucking accidents involve unique factors and legal complications that demand the expertise of highly skilled attorneys. At Carlson Bier, we boast an impressive track record in handling these complex cases successfully across the state of Illinois. Our knowledgeable team effectively navigates through intricate federal and state regulations governing the trucking industry to fight for our client’s rights.

Why choose Carlson Bier? There are several reasons that make us stand out:

• Skillful Representation: Our accomplished attorneys are experienced in litigating a vast array of truck accident claims, from overloading and improper maintenance to driver fatigue and reckless driving.

• Comprehensive Investigation: We meticulously investigate every aspect of your case – examining logbooks, cargo details, driver qualifications, vehicle safety measures, compliance with rules, among others – to root out negligence or misconduct.

• Personalized Attention: Each client at Carlson Bier enjoys dedicated attention to their case. We believe in keeping you informed at every step, listening intently to your concerns, explaining potential outcomes clearly and considering your inputs vital towards devising effective strategies.

Trucking accidents can lead to severe physical injuries that often require long-term medical care. The devastating aftermath can mentally drain victims while piling up enormous health care bills and rehabilitation costs alongside lost wages due to an inability to work. At such times, pursuing a lawsuit may seem daunting; however this is where we step in. Providing aggressive representation on your behalf against negligent parties ensures rightful compensation covering current and future medical expenses along with financial stability for you and your family.

It’s essential to understand some key points when dealing with trucking accidents:

• You can claim damages not just from the driver but also other possible entities like fleet owners or leasing companies depending on culpability.

• Stringent laws regulate commercial trucks – including mandatory insurance coverage significantly higher than passenger vehicles- making it beneficial by offering larger settlements if proven liable.

• Critical evidence crucial for substantiating claims could be discarded under allowed timeframes if not immediately sought.

At Carlson Bier, we relentlessly fight for victims of trucking accidents ensuring your path to recovery remains unobstructed. There’s no room for complacency when dealing with insurance companies or negligent parties attempting to shift blame and minimize their liability. Our devoted team expertly counters these tactics armed with substantive evidence and strong legal arguments.

Physical wounds may heal, but the emotional scars following such traumatizing incidents often linger on. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression or anxiety are commonly seen amongst victims which demand ongoing psychiatric treatment. We work diligently so that any mental anguish caused is accounted for during settlement negotiations, striving towards a comprehensive solution fulfilling all aspects of coping post-accident.

Our commitment doesn’t end at claiming rightful compensation; it extends far beyond. Safeguarding you from potential future financial burdens due to unforeseen developments medically related to this accident is integral while finalizing settlements. Your well-being above everything else drives our dedicated efforts attesting our impeccable service record over years.

At Carlson Bier, serving clients isn’t a mere professional obligation – it’s an ethical responsibility we willingly shoulder every single day perseveringly against lucrative commercial interests jeopardizing innocent lives on roads in Illinois.

Knowledge empowers individuals enabling them to make conscious decisions regarding their fate rather than leave it at the mercy of external influencing factors controlled by others. This realization pushes us continually towards creating awareness amongst prospective clients educating them about core elements and rights associated under personal injury laws profoundly affecting personal lives along with societal collective welfare precisely why focussing heavily on targeted educational content highlighting sheer importance acknowledging enormous value brought forth through critical insights shared utilizing various accessible interactive tools revolutionizing traditional attorney-client relationship dynamics fundamentally.

Click below to discover what your case could potentially be worth and take charge of your life today—because at Carlson Bier, YOUR justice matters! No more feeling helpless because damages caused due to a truck accident. Trust your legal journey with us; lean on our commitment for robust representation only matched by unflinching dedication ensuring justice served upholding your rights steadfastly.

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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 Rogers Park

Cycling Accidents

Expert in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Damages

Giving expert legal assistance for victims of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Healthcare Misconduct

Delivering specialist legal support for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Fault

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, extending adept legal assistance to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Abuse

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Stumble Incidents

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking recovery for their injuries.

Infant Damages

Delivering legal help for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Incidents

Mishaps: Concentrated on supporting patients of car accidents obtain just compensation for injuries and damages.

Motorbike Mishaps

Focused on providing representation for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Collision

Ensuring specialist legal representation for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for damages.

Building Mishaps

Concentrated on defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Neurological Injuries

Focused on delivering compassionate legal assistance for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Expertise in addressing cases for people who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Passing

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and skilled legal support to ensure redress.

Spine Harm

Dedicated to supporting patients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal representation to secure recovery.

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