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When you’re facing the aftermath of a bicycle accident, navigating the legal maze can be challenging. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in. We are experts in personal injury law with an strong focus on bicycle accident cases across Illinois and especially servicing individuals in Altamont. As specialists, we have developed extensive knowledge and experience dealing with insurance companies to secure rightful compensation for our clients – giving them confidence throughout their recovery journey. At Carlson Bier, your peace of mind is our priority during these stressful times; we leave no stone unturned while investigating every facet of your case to ensure maximum compensation value is achieved. Committed professionals at your service around-the-clock, but not just that…your success story becomes part of ours as we work tirelessly until justice prevails – standing as guardians protecting your rights against any adversity faced along the way! For comprehensive understanding and expert guidance during such trying times remember – you’re never alone when accompanied by strength at Carlson Bier: fighting for Almont residents faced with bicycle related injuries is our mission!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Altamont Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexity of bicycle accidents and devote substantial resources to obtaining full compensation for victims. Our Illinois-based personal injury attorneys bring depth knowledge, extensive experience, and genuine compassion to each case they handle. Bicycle-related injuries often have far-reaching effects that can profoundly impact not only your physical health but also aspects like income, quality of life, and mental well-being.

Bicycling is a popular mode of transport or recreational activity in Illinois because it offers many benefits: cost-effectiveness, environment-friendly approach, health advantages, convenience etcetera; thus raising unexpected mayhem when accidents occur as these collisions ensue with alarming frequency and severity. As cyclists are more exposed than car occupants, they are more susceptible to serious injuries in an accident.

Bicycle accidents typically fall into three main categories: collisions involving motor vehicles/buses/trucks; single-bicycle crashes resulting from road defects or hazards; and crashes involving pedestrians or other cyclists. All these scenarios involve particular legal complexities making it necessary to seek assistance from a knowledgeable personal injury attorney who understands how best to navigate such claims.

There are several key factors considered when determining liability after a bicycle accident:

– Whether you were following traffic laws at the time of incident

– If there was presence of any defective equipment leading catastrophic failure

– If the responsible party exhibited negligent behavior causing collision

The key portion of our role at Carlson Bier includes gathering evidence supporting your claim detailing how the incident occurred along with assessing your damage accurately covering medical expenses — both past & future treatment costs— lost wages if you’re unable to return work immediately post-accident— pain & suffering inflicted by the accident including psychological effect caused by related trauma— severe disfigurement or permanent disability hindering one’s daily activities.

Each case handled at our firm is guided by deep understanding and empathy towards our client’s hardships combined with rigorous strategies aimed at maximizing recovery outcomes for them empowering them back to their regular life as swiftly and seamlessly possible. We leave no stone unturned in walking along with you, fighting for your rights at every given opportunity.

When ready get back on your feet after these unfortunate incidents’, it’s crucial to have a skilled, passionate legal advocate by your side. Your choice of legal representation can make all the difference when it comes down to settlement negotiations or battling out in court, if necessary. You shouldn’t settle for less than what you legally deserve.

Accidents are unexpected disrupting your daily routines out of blue, making everything seem almost upside-down. The aim is not just being compensated fairly but also receiving essential support when needed most coming from an experienced legal team who truly cares about turning things around as much feasible bringing back certain normality within lives affected amidst chaos ensuing over such accidents.

As Carlson Bier’s dedicated personal injury attorneys based purely in Illinois, we won’t let insurance companies undervalue your claim—nor shall we allow them pressuring into early settlements before full understanding actual extent of damages thereby affecting compensation rightly deserved by you! Every bicycle accident case deserves thorough review meticulously addressing peculiar nuances involved seeking fair justice across board irrespective nature or severity crash thus catered assuring dedicated service tailored right according to unique needs per client always placing their interest at helm advising best course action promoting quickest feasible recovery prospects overall.

Don’t navigate trying aftermath cycling accidents alone—join hands Carlson Bier leveraging our formidable expertise working relentlessly towards end guaranteeing absolute fairness every step way enlightening otherwise daunting ordeal during this traumatic phase imparting genuine hope reestablishing lost semblance gradual journey towards recuperation enabling reassured path eventual restoration through assured professional advocacy!

Endure no more on anticipating rightful outcomes post-accident hassles associated deter one standing up for self rest comfortably knowing we’ve got covered delivering optimal assistance until very end. Let us help evaluate viable options aiding position stronger footing facilitating moving forward progressively ensuring valuable entitlements rightfully deserved never compromised any cost.

Believe us when we say, patients’ recovery and fair compensation is always our top priority. Click the button below for a free case evaluation and find out precisely what your case may be worth right now! You have rights; don’t let them get violated. Step up with Carlson Bier today- Because YOU matter to us!

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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.

All Attorney Services in Altamont

Areas of Practice in Altamont

Bicycle Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Flame Damages

Offering expert legal assistance for people of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Clinical Malpractice

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

Goods Fault

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, delivering specialist legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Elder Neglect

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Stumble Incidents

Professional in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking compensation for their injuries.

Infant Wounds

Supplying legal support for households affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Incidents: Dedicated to supporting individuals of car accidents gain appropriate recompense for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Accidents

Focused on providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Trucking Mishap

Offering experienced legal support for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for harms.

Building Accidents

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

Cognitive Traumas

Dedicated to delivering expert legal representation for clients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at tackling cases for persons who have suffered harms from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Unjust Loss

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spine Injury

Specializing in supporting clients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal services to secure recovery.

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