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When faced with the mishap of a bicycle accident in Summit, you require proficient legal assistance adept at navigating Illinois’s complex laws. A prime consideration for such situations is Carlson Bier, an exceptional team of personal injury lawyers specialized in providing exemplary legal services for individuals involved in bicycle accidents. We pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to your case, investing the time and effort it requires to ensure justice prevails. Our team meticulously evaluates every aspect of your situation—gathering evidence, liaising with healthcare professionals, negotiating with insurance companies—to minimize stress while maximizing compensation potential. With Carlson Bier handling your claim diligently and professionally ensures that you receive optimal counsel throughout this challenging process. Never underestimate the significance of having strong legal representation; it can be decisive to achieving a successful outcome following a traumatic incident like a bike crash around Summit area highway or side roads.. Choose Carlson Bier as your pinch-hit ally—it spells out confidence when claiming accident benefits rightly yours!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Summit Illinois

In the bustling state of Illinois, navigating the busy roads and thoroughfares as a bicyclist can pose significant risk. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with distinct expertise in bicycle accidents. As skilled attorneys, we are well-versed in and recognize the numerous dangers cyclists confront daily – poor road conditions, negligent motorists, faulty cycling gear – all these factors that unfortunately may culminate in serious accidents.

A pivotal point of knowledge every cyclist should be aware of is their rights on the road. In Illinois:

• Cyclists have the same rights to use public roads as vehicles.

• They must adhere to traffic signals and signs just like motorized transportation.

• Cyclists are expected to produce hand signals when turning or halting.

• Night-time biking requires front lamps and rear reflectors.

• Cycling under intoxication is subject to DUI laws.

At Carlson Bier, our seasoned legal team thoroughly comprehends these nuances surrounding bicycle laws which undeniably offer us an edge when advocating for our clients’ rights.

Whether it’s due to sudden lane changes by drivers who fail to spot cycling enthusiasts sharing their lanes or opening vehicle doors without looking out for passing cyclists (‘dooring’), mishaps resulting from such negligence often cause severe injuries ranging from fractures and breakages to head traumas and spinal cord injuries. Contributing factors also include reckless driving, speed violations or even defective bicycle parts.

Navigating you through your claim process involves:

• Assisting you understand whether you’re eligible for compensation

• Helping reconstruct incident scene with experts to establish liability

• Negotiating assertively with insurance companies on your behalf

• Endeavoring tirelessly towards procuring astronomical medical costs associated post-accident

Covered under Illinois law sectors ensuring recovery damages involve:

1. Medical Expenses: Sourcing funds towards past, current and future related medical expenses incurred involving hospitalization fees, rehabilitation, medications and many more.

2. Lost Wages: Suitable compensation for work missed during recovery period or even loss of earning capacity for graver injuries rendering inability towards fulfilling job responsibilities.

3. Non-economic damages: Although intangible, aspect surrounding pain and suffering also reckon under damage recovery. The mental anguish borne by the accident survivors alongside physical discomfort sums up to formulate this particular damage cost

4. Property Damage: Bicycle repair or replacement costs too are accounted under certain circumstances where property damage has been inflicted upon during the accident.

At Carlson Bier, our dedicated team tirelessly negotiates to ensure fair monetary reparations for your traumatic experience making a compelling case that factually showcases the wrongs done against you. Regardless of whether it’s interacting with errant parties or their insurance companies right till advocating your case in court – we walk every step along with you because at Carlson Bier, our clients always come first!

Our prowess in offering sound legal representation interspersed with empathetic understanding differentiates us from others. We embrace and uphold an undeterred commitment towards achieving justice on your behalf while tirelessly fighting to alleviate the prolonged stress caused due to financial burdens post-accident; reclaiming formidably what belongs rightfully to you.

As professional personal injury lawyers serving individuals like you across Illinois without extending false location claims, all discussions remain confidential and strictly follow rules established under attorney-client privilege boundaries ensuring impeccable ethics frame every interaction between us.

Your peace of mind is paramount –experience firsthand how partnering with Carlson Bier can potentially convert your bleak situations into hopeful possibilities! Dare take that progressive leap today? Click on the button below to get an estimate regarding the worth of your claim. Your journey towards justice begins here!

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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 Summit

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying skilled legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Healthcare Malpractice

Delivering expert legal services for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Obligation

Addressing cases involving faulty products, providing adept legal support to clients affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Misconduct

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

Slip & Fall Mishaps

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Newborn Harms

Offering legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Accidents: Focused on helping victims of car accidents secure equitable compensation for injuries and impairment.

Bike Accidents

Committed to providing legal support for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Semi Crash

Providing experienced legal advice for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for damages.

Worksite Mishaps

Committed to supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Neurological Injuries

Committed to extending specialized legal advice for clients suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Expertise in handling cases for people who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unjust Demise

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Vertebral Impairment

Expert in representing persons with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal representation to secure compensation.

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