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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re involved in a bicycle accident, it’s crucial to have solid legal support. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in. As high-caliber Bicycle Accidents attorneys, we provide superior service and assure meticulous attention to your case from start to finish. We excel at comprehensively examining the details of your bicycle accident situation and determining the most effective route for maximum compensation. Understanding Illinois regulation complexities is our bread and butter; thus, we can guide you efficiently through these often convoluted proceedings.

Ashkum residents seeking unparalleled representation should consider partnering with Carlson Bier as their trusted advocate after a cycling mishap on the scenic Ashkum roads or trails. Our mission aligns with advancing your rights as an injured party effectively, ensuring justice serves your interests responsibly.

Our commitment to upholding client advocacy strategy has set us apart among Illinois law firms dealing with Bicycle Accidents cases consistently over time due diligence – making us an ideal choice for those living across this great state including Ashkum area even though they may be miles away from our physical location- With experience that seconds none., trust Carlson Bier with your Bicycle Accident case today!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Ashkum Illinois

When unfortunate events take a turn and leave you with injuries derived from bicycle accidents, Carlson Bier is here to serve justice in your favor. As an experienced personal injury law firm based in Illinois, we stand firm when it comes to protecting the rights of our clients who have suffered as a result of negligence or reckless actions of others. Cycling incidents can happen unexpectedly and may lead to serious physical harm or even emotional trauma but worry not: we are experts who understand the complex dynamics surrounding such cases.

Bicycle accidents often carry severe consequences which could impact many aspects of victim’s lives extensively. You may be surprised to learn that unlike car accidents where there is steel framework protection, cyclists tend to suffer more significant harms due to direct exposure during collisions including traumatic brain injuries, fractures or broken bones, spinal cord damages and even psychological impacts. The roadways can be dangerous and this is why it’s essential that rightful compensation for all incurred losses is sought.

The aftermath of these unfortunate incidents can be daunting and coping up might seem challenging on various fronts; medical expenses piling up coupled with lost wages due to inability to continue working can cause great distress. At Carlson Bier, we champion ourselves in ensuring complete client satisfaction by offering personalized case reviews aimed at establishing culpability while aligning them with relevant Illinois State Laws thereby crafting comprehensive claims for our clients.

Understanding your legal options should never feel overwhelming which is why we place emphasis on the following key things:

• Eligibility Criteria: Not every bicycle accident validates filing a personal injury lawsuit – There has to be substantial evidence pointing towards another party’s negligence leading directly toward causing your accident.

• Damage Assessment: Determining all possible areas warranting compensation varies from medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost income if unable able return work right away along property damage repair replacement values.

• Limitation Periods: Personal Injury lawsuits within Illinois have specific timeframes under statute limitations for filing suits post occurrence event – so understanding when and how to take action is crucial.

At Carlson Bier, we walk side-by-side with you throughout these challenging times, bringing forth our unwavering dedication and comprehensive knowledge. Our expert attorneys are skilled in navigating the complexities of such situations from gathering necessary evidence, assessing damages correctly to presenting a compelling case that stands up in court — ensuring your rights aren’t trampled upon.

We invest time and resources deeply into each case to devise strong legal strategies that help you earn maximum compensation for all harms suffered as a result of reckless actions by others. Remember it’s not just about seeking professional legal counsel but about partnering with someone who has your best interests at heart; somebody adept at turning dire odds into feasible outcomes using proficient means available under Illinois law.

No one should suffer silently or feel intimidated when confronted with daunting adversities following a bicycle accident. That’s where we fill the gap – We strive relentlessly so justice isn’t abbreviated but procured rightly maximizing potential rewards owed to you! Personal injury claims can be complicated but understanding them shouldn’t have to be.

Carlson Bier is here for YOU transforming trying times into hopeful ones where recovery isn’t burdened through financial strains rather facilitated more smoothly aiding towards regaining normalcy quicker than imagined! So why not click on the button below? Let’s embark together on this journey – Discover what your case could potentially be worth today itself leveraging our specialized expertise focused firmly on championing YOUR RIGHTS!

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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 Ashkum

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Scald Burns

Giving adept legal help for people of major burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Providing dedicated legal assistance for victims affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal assistance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Abuse

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Fall Occurrences

Expert in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking compensation for their losses.

Newborn Injuries

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Incidents: Devoted to aiding patients of car accidents get appropriate payout for damages and damages.

Motorbike Mishaps

Committed to providing legal support for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Trucking Mishap

Delivering professional legal support for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for damages.

Building Collisions

Committed to advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Traumas

Committed to providing dedicated legal assistance for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in managing cases for victims who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unfair Death

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and adept legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Impairment

Committed to representing individuals with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure settlement.

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