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About Carlson Bier Associates

Navigating the aftermath of a motorcycle accident can be an undeniably daunting task. Moreover, when you are seeking beyond medical help to address incident-related complexities, trust Carlson Bier for unparalleled legal support in Annawan. We understand how impactful a mishap can be and our dedicated team of seasoned attorneys is committed to ensuring your rights are upheld. Over the years, we’ve gained distinct recognition in Illinois for our unwavering dedication and commendable expertise handling motorcycle accident cases that effectively catered towards victims’ favor. Our firm’s founded principles question neither distance nor circumstance but only emphasize on one thing-your justice! At Carlson Bier, every case matters as much as realistically possible which profoundly sets us apart from others in this field – it’s not just about winning cases but also finding feasible solutions within the boundary of law developed through relentless pursuits . Standing firmly by our moto “for you…with you” , choose Carlson Bier Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Firm turning adversity into opportunity- aiding triumph over trauma with integrity!

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Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Annawan Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury cases with an emphasis on assisting victims of devastating motorcycle accidents. We understand the complexities surrounding such incidents and are committed to ensuring our clients get the justice they deserve. Our team is based in Illinois, well-versed in its legal frameworks and is eager to apply their vast experience in your service.

Motorcycle accidents can be utterly life-altering events leading to severe injuries or even fatalities due to the limited physical protection enjoyed by motorcyclists when compared to car drivers. The aftermath involves not only a difficult recovery process but also serious financial burdens arising from medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, loss of income and property damage.

Dealing with these repercussions single-handedly can be overwhelming; this is where Carlson Bier steps in. We guide you through the intricate claims process aimed at obtaining compensation designed to offset some of these hardships. This includes drafting compelling arguments pertaining on crucial elements like liability proof, connecting injuries received directly to the accident itself and demonstrating damages suffered – emotionally & physically.

Key factors often overlooked include:

· Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Illinois law requires all motorcycle owners to have a certain level of insurance coverage which might come into play if you were hit by someone who’s uninsured or underinsured.

· Helmet Laws: While helmet use isn’t mandatory in Illinois, wearing one may influence compensation outcomes depending on specific circumstances.

· Shared Fault Rules: In Illinois, compensation can still be obtained even if you share part of blame for causing the accident as long as your shared fault isn’t greater than 50%.

· Statute Of Limitations: You generally have two years from the date of accident within which you must file a lawsuit against parties involved else your claim may risk being declined entirely.

Our proficient attorneys strive towards maximizing your fair settlement amount considering all aspects relevant to your case including future medical needs linked directly with injuries sustained during accidents – something routinely ignored by insurance companies.

It is, however, essential to act promptly after an accident as reporting delays might diminish your chances of a successful claim. Reach out to us without any delay to discuss and understand the potential roadmap ahead.

Additionally at Carlson Bier, we firmly believe in client-lawyer transparency. We understand every case has unique circumstances thereby requiring personalized focus. Accordingly, our team assures you open, clear communication from start till desired resolution providing full visibility into our mode of operation including all decisions pertaining to your case.

Our personal injury attorneys dedicatedly operate on a contingency fee basis; this implies that unless we successfully secure a favorable monetary settlement for you, no legal fees will be charged. Your financial stress associated with hiring legal help gets completely eliminated allowing you concentrated healing time post-incident while we shoulder your fight towards justice!

Carlson Bier’s in-depth understanding of Illinois’ motorcycle laws combined with exceptional litigation skills make us optimally equipped to represent you. Our ultimate objective being – ensuring that negligent parties are held accountable for their actions enabling victims receive comprehensive compensation catering for their present and future needs.

Motorcycle accidents can bring about profound challenges but remember – You need not face them alone! Leverage our resources, expertise and robust commitment ensuring rightful justice isn’t denied due by unnecessary delays or technical loopholes.

Undeniably, valuing a motorcycle accident case varies widely depending upon individual scenarios which is why having experienced attorney assistance becomes imperative! Are you curious about what your particular case might be worth? Don’t ponder anymore! Click on the button below now and allow our qualified professionals guide you through your rightfully-deserved claims journey.

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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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Two-Wheeler Collisions

Focused on legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Burn Burns

Offering specialist legal services for victims of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Physician Malpractice

Providing specialist legal assistance for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, offering professional legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Neglect

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble and Slip Occurrences

Professional in handling trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking compensation for their suffering.

Newborn Wounds

Providing legal help for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Accidents

Incidents: Concentrated on aiding sufferers of car accidents get equitable remuneration for hurts and damages.

Motorbike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal services for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Big Rig Collision

Ensuring adept legal services for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for losses.

Worksite Accidents

Concentrated on assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Neurological Traumas

Expert in ensuring professional legal representation for victims suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

Adept at handling cases for people who have suffered damages from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unfair Demise

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and adept legal assistance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Injury

Committed to advocating for persons with spine impairments, offering professional legal representation to secure settlement.

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