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When facing the aftermath of a bicycle accident, immediate legal support becomes immensely critical. Trust Carlson Bier, Illinois’s premier personal injury law firm that specializes in tackling Bicycle Accidents cases with unrivaled commitment and meticulous attention to detail. Our attorneys apply their profound knowledge and extensive experience to protect the rights of affected cyclists meticulously. We understand these incidences could cause immense physical, emotional trauma as well as financial implications; hence we aim to alleviate your stress by handling all legal aspects effectively while you recuperate peacefully. While navigating through complex Illinois cycling laws, our tenacious advocacy ensures maximum compensation for any injuries sustained or damages incurred during the incident whilst upholding your best interest proficiently at every step of the process.Our unwavering dedication coupled with our persistent pursuit of justice distinguishes us as a leading authority on Bicycle Accidents cases within and beyond Oak Lawn precincts.Choose Carlson Bier; championing your right to safety is not just our career- it’s our calling.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Oak Lawn Illinois

At Carlson Bier, a personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, we represent clients going through the harrowing implications of bicycle accidents. We understand that such incidents are often unpredictable and can result in substantial physical trauma, immense pain and suffering, financial distress from medical bills, and potentially lifelong changes to victims’ lives. Recognizing these harsh realities pushes us to advocate relentlessly for our clients’ best interests while guiding them through each step of their legal journey.

Bicycle accidents are complicated scenarios that involve numerous variables including traffic laws, vehicle operations, cyclist behavior, road conditions, weather elements among other factors. These many overlapping elements make it critical for victims to seek competent legal representation in order to comprehensively address each aspect effectively. Our attorneys at Carlson Bier specialize in this complex area of law bringing extensive experience and an unwavering dedication to assisting you in your time of need.

In cases involving bicycle accidents there are several key issues which set them apart from typical vehicular accident claims:

• Negligence – Proving negligence is generally more complex in a cycling case due to shared responsibility between cyclists and drivers.

• Helmet Laws – In some instances where helmets weren’t worn at the time of incident could contribute to decreased compensation claimed.

• Visibility – The smaller profile along with frequent lack of lighting equipment on bikes raises complexity around visibility during collisions.

• Collision Dynamics- Bicycles have less protection than other vehicles; therefore impacts can result in severe injuries leading towards more significant damage claim amounts compared to auto-on-auto collisions.

Moreover navigating insurance coverage options may turn out tricky because bicyclists might utilize multiple insurance policies like health insurance or homeowners’ policy besides their auto-insurance for covering various treatment costs post-accident. Our skilled team will guide you through these complexities ensuring all potential compensation sources are fully leveraged meeting your unique needs effectively.

Our attorneys work methodically examining details diligently throughout every case’s investigation process. They collaborate with experts including accident reconstructionists, medical professionals and economists to present a solid case before the court enabling clients get justice they rightly deserve. Our firm provides vast resources essential for taking on large insurance corporations while keeping our focus uprightly at obtaining maximum compensation that covers all incurred losses including lost wages, present and future medical expenses pain/suffering etc.

Trust plays a seminal role in choosing an attorney ultimately handling your claim. Here at Carlson Bier we pride ourselves on providing personalized attention throughout entire legal process treating each client like family giving necessary time patience ensuring their comfort level. We proactively communicate case progress making certain you’re never left feeling uncertain about what’s happening or next steps involved leaving no stone unturned until reaching desired closure.

Your success matters to us; therefore we operate under contingency fee basis implying unless we achieve victory for you there won’t be any charges levied as attorney fees. This means you can access top-notch legal representation without worrying about upfront costs out-of-pocket expenses thus getting assurance financially while pursuing deserved justice suffering life-changing injuries through no fault of your own only because someone else acted carelessly.

At Carlson Bier we believe individuals burdened by aftermath of bicycle accidents need robust advocacy from expert lawyers who comprehend intricacies related bicycle law personal injury claims consumer rights hence standing up against powerful adversaries stridently willing battle relentlessly achieving just recovery our esteemed clients rightfully deserve.

Navigating through post-bicycle-accident trauma could be overwhelming but remember, you’re not alone. The committed team at Carlson Bier is here to support guide defend your rights zealously during this challenging phase lifting weight off your shoulders providing comprehensive assistance every step along way towards obtaining rightful settlement deserves help cover unforeseen incidental costs brought upon due negligence of careless driver roadside hazard negligent cycling infrastructure improper maintenance among others so then takes over reins helping restore balance back into life easing worries letting concentrate fully being road towards recovery exclusively

Finally, it’s important for each victim to understand the value of their individual case. Therefore, we encourage you to take the next step by clicking on the button below for a free consultation where our dedicated team will evaluate your case’s worth based on all unique elements involved. Prepare yourself with confidence and assurance that Carlson Bier is firmly behind you in seeking justice for your bicycle accident claim. Let us bear this burden together while you focus on restoring health and achieving renewed peace of mind.

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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 Oak Lawn

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Offering adept legal help for victims of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Medical Malpractice

Delivering dedicated legal representation for clients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Liability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, providing expert legal help to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Fall Injuries

Expert in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking restitution for their suffering.

Newborn Wounds

Providing legal support for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Crashes

Accidents: Devoted to assisting individuals of car accidents receive equitable compensation for injuries and impairment.

Motorbike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Big Rig Accident

Delivering professional legal support for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for losses.

Construction Crashes

Concentrated on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Brain Injuries

Focused on extending compassionate legal advice for clients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Focused on legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Wrongful Loss

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal representation to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to advocating for victims with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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