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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the dire aftermath of a bicycle accident, finding an experienced attorney becomes paramount. At Carlson Bier, our primary mission is to play this critical role by providing you balanced representation while ensuring your legal rights are fully protected. Specialists in personal injury law based out of Illinois, we have garnered profound expertise and knowledge in handling bicycle accident cases throughout numerous jurisdictions including Golden. We pride ourselves on aggressive advocacy, meticulous case preparation and a commitment to achieving optimum resolutions for our clients. Trust us – we understand that when you’re injured and feeling vulnerable, what matters most is results not just promise. It’s important to ensure that all losses incurred from such accidents receive due compensation- medical expenses or otherwise. When choosing Carlson Bier as your legal support team following a daunting circumstance like bike accident injuries — rest assured knowing YOU matter more than the metrics do to us! Hope starts here; at Carlson Bier.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Golden Illinois

At the Carlson Bier group, we specialize as personal injury attorneys based in Illinois. Our experienced and diligent team takes pride in being an unwavering advocate for those who have suffered from all types of personal injuries, including bicycle accidents. When you’re the victim of a bicycle accident, you’re faced not only with physical pain and potentially lengthy recovery times, but also emotional distress and crushing financial burdens.

Bicycle accidents can result in catastrophic damage due to exposed cyclists sharing roads with far heavier vehicles. In many cases, these incidents are typically the result of negligence on the part of motor vehicle drivers. Despite much-publicized campaigns promoting road safety and equal rights for bicyclists, awareness remains pitifully low amongst motorists which could culminate in devastating collisions.

Navigating through legal procedures following a bicycle accident requires a strong understanding of varied aspects:

• Establishing Liability: In most cases, the driver’s negligence is responsible for causing the accident.

• Determining Damages: This includes medical bills, lost wages due to inability to work during recovery and compensation for pain & suffering.

• Insurance Negotiations: Dealing with insurance companies can be complex. It’s important that your interests are adequately represented so you aren’t short-changed.

This process can be overwhelming if tackled alone – especially when coupled with recuperation efforts – that’s where our role becomes vital.

No matter how straightforward or complex your case may appear initially, at Carlson Bier we delve deep into every angle to secure justice for what you’ve endured. We conduct thorough investigations and obtain essential evidence such as police reports, witness statements and closed-circuit television footage if available. Moreover, our robust working relationships with highly respected professionals including physicians and accident reconstructionists provide invaluable support in substantiating each claim.

We tirelessly pursue maximum compensation by presenting compelling factual narratives demonstrating how your life has been disrupted post-accident. As importantly though is our compassionate approach; we understand how traumatic these incidents are and the negative impacts they can have on mental well-being in addition to physical health – as such, we aim to make the legal journey towards obtaining justice as comfortable as possible.

As lawyers specializing in Bicycle Accidents within Illinois community , we fervently believe everyone deserves access to robust legal representation whether or not they have significant financial resources – hence, our fees follow a contingency structure. This means you will not owe us any attorney fees unless we secure compensation for you.

We value open communication lines and customers’ satisfaction; therefore, our team ensures that your queries are answered with utmost urgency and clarity. Your rights deserve protection and by choosing Carlson Bier as your personal injury law firm; rest assured that you’re putting your trust in capable hands which proved their mettle while successfully litigating numerous bicycle-accident-related cases previously

Lastly but importantly, understanding the potential value of your claim starts with reaching out for expert advice. If you’ve been injured in a bicycle accident within Illinois vicinity, there’s nothing more crucial right now than seeking professional counsel from someone who’s ardently committed to ensuring justice for victims like you. We invite you now to take the first step by examining how much exactly could be at stake here financially; it’s likely far higher than what an insurance company would lead one into believing! Click on the button below to calculate an estimate of what your case might be worth – remember, this doesn’t just signify a monetary figure but equity that should never have been nipped off from your life if not due to somebody else’s carelessness…you’re entitled to bring things back into balance & begin anew on stronger footing once again.

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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 Golden

Bicycle Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Offering skilled legal services for patients of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Physician Malpractice

Offering specialist legal assistance for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Fault

Taking on cases involving problematic products, delivering adept legal help to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Neglect

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Slip Incidents

Adept in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking justice for their injuries.

Neonatal Wounds

Delivering legal support for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Mishaps: Focused on helping patients of car accidents receive just payout for wounds and damages.

Scooter Incidents

Committed to providing representation for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Trucking Mishap

Offering experienced legal advice for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for hurts.

Construction Site Collisions

Focused on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Head Impairments

Committed to delivering compassionate legal representation for clients suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Traumas

Skilled in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered harms from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Unfair Fatality

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and professional legal support to ensure justice.

Backbone Trauma

Focused on representing individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal assistance to secure recovery.

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