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When cycling in Coffeen, the unexpected can occur. Bicycle accidents can leave you not only physically challenged but emotionally and financially strained. Considering legal representation is crucial during these difficult times, and when it comes to bicycle accident cases, Carlson Bier stands out as a trusted ally. Specializing in personal injury law with years of experience navigating Illinois’ legal terrain, we are highly familiar with Coffeen’s regulations pertaining to cyclists’ rights and safety on the roadways. Our dedicated team at Carlson Bier prides itself on personalized service; taking our time in understanding your unique situation before crafting strategic action plans for your case steps forward. We don’t just represent you — we fight tirelessly to ensure proper compensation for medical costs, lost wages or emotional distress experienced due to negligence from others behind wheels on Coffeen roads that led you here today – because achieving justice is our top priority at Carlson Bier.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Coffeen Illinois

Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law is a highly reputable personal injury law firm based in Illinois, known for our strong advocacy and unrivaled expertise in helping victims of bicycle accidents. Facing the aftermath of a cycling collision can be daunting. Our dedicated team strives to alleviate the stress by offering comprehensive legal assistance that prioritizes your rights and interests.

Bicycle accidents are often traumatic events that lead to serious injuries or even fatalities. A bicyclist has less protection and hence stands vulnerable when pitted against larger vehicles on the road. Commonly recorded injuries include broken bones, concussions, spinal cord damage, or severe lacerations that impact the victim’s quality of life significantly.

• Factor contributing to Bicycle Accidents: Ignorance or violation of traffic rules by motorists puts bicycle riders at grave risk. Poor visibility, reckless driving, lack of proper cycling lanes are other factors leading to these unfortunate incidents.

• Discovering Liability: Determining liability plays a crucial role in pursuing compensation post an accident. While it comes down to relevant laws and specific situations, usually if negligence from another party is proven, they become liable for damages.

• Financial Impact: Often overshadowed by immediate physical injuries, one cannot undermine the financial burden stemming from medical bills, loss of income among others after an accident. Achieving rightful compensation becomes pivotal here

Navigating through legalities while dealing with trauma could be overwhelming which is why Carlson Bier steps in to ensure exemplary advocacy focused on achieving justice for you. With adept negotiation skills and litigation prowess developed over years of successful practice, we tirelessly fight against insurance companies who frequently undervalue such claims.

Our attorneys meticulously investigate your case infusing their knowledge about Illinois-specific cycling laws into devising strong strategies tuned towards maximum recovery- both medically as well financially

Given under Illinois Statutes chapter 625 – Section 5/11-1502 : “Every person riding a bicycle upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle” – We firmly believe bicyclists are entitled to equal protection and work dedicatedly towards achieving this.

Hiring specialized legal help from Carlson Bier means standing up for your right, seeking what you deserve, and more importantly holding those who hurt you accountable.

Clarity in communication is an aspect we stand by unwaveringly. Legal jargon might often seem Greek or Latin, but not when communicated with us. We break down complex legal processes into understandable information empowering our clients through every step.

• Case Evaluation: This forms our first step where we discuss your case extensively understanding details before embarking on devising strategies.

• Establishing Liability: Using evidence such as police reports, witness testimony, surveillance footage etc., we aim at establishing negligence leading to liability for accident

• Calculating Damages: With professional estimations that recognize both economic and non-economic damages; we strive to calculate true value ensuring comprehensive claim coverage

• Legal Process Navigation: Be it negotiations or facilitating trials if need arises – our navigational support ensures smooth passage through these events

As passionate defenders of injured victims against powerful entities, we assertively pursue rightful restitution- one that recognizably offsets financial distress encountered due medical treatments while also being representative of trauma endured emotionally or physically.

Indeed recovering from injuries inflicted by bicycle accidents can feel like a long winding path. But knowing there’s Carlson Bier advocating fiercely for justice on this journey makes a world of difference! It’s time to seek deserved compensation without compromise.We encourage you to take inevitable first step towards positive action.Click on the button below—and let us help you find out how much your case truly worth!

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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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Bicycle Accident FAQ

The most common causes of bicycle accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield to cyclists.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause cyclists to lose control of their bikes.
  • Cyclist errors: This can include riding against traffic, failing to use lights at night, and not wearing a helmet.

If you are injured in a bicycle accident in Chicago, you should:

  • Seek medical attention immediately. Even if you don’t think you’re seriously injured, it’s important to get checked out by a doctor.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • Take pictures of the scene of the accident. This will help you document what happened and build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a bicycle accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a bicycle accident victim in Chicago, you have the right to:

  • Seek compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
  • File a lawsuit against the driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a bicycle accident lawsuit in Chicago, you may be able to recover the following types of damages:

  • Medical expenses: This includes the cost of ambulance rides, hospital stays, doctor’s appointments, and physical therapy.
  • Lost wages: This includes the wages you lost while you were unable to work because of your injuries.
  • Pain and suffering: This includes compensation for the physical and emotional pain you have endured as a result of your injuries.
  • Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your bicycle

The statute of limitations for bicycle accident lawsuits in Illinois is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.

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Areas of Practice in Coffeen

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Traumas

Offering specialist legal assistance for patients of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Hospital Misconduct

Providing expert legal assistance for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Obligation

Addressing cases involving problematic products, delivering specialist legal assistance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Malpractice

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Stumble Accidents

Adept in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking recovery for their losses.

Childbirth Wounds

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

Vehicle Mishaps

Mishaps: Devoted to supporting patients of car accidents secure reasonable compensation for harms and impairment.

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal services for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing experienced legal support for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for damages.

Worksite Mishaps

Concentrated on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Head Impairments

Focused on extending dedicated legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unfair Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and adept legal representation to ensure fairness.

Backbone Damage

Specializing in assisting patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal assistance to secure redress.

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