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When you, or a loved one are involved in a bicycle accident in Ashmore, securing representation by an experienced team is crucial. Carlson Bier is distinctly equipped to navigate the complexities of personal injury cases and deliver expert support with utmost professionalism. Through our deep understanding of Illinois laws associated with such incidents, we firmly advocate for victims’ rights and strive relentlessly to secure just compensation for damages caused – medical bills, lost wages or pain suffering included. Built on years of extensive experience handling cycling accidents that result from negligence or even intentional harm, we’ve honed indisputable expertise that allows us to offer committed legal representation every step along this grueling journey towards justice.

Counting on the exceptional aptitude exhibited by Carlson Bier signifies tapping into unwavering tenacity paired with broad-reaching resources necessary while battling powerful insurance companies refusing fair settlements. So choose smartly; retain association with attorneys who surpass run-of-the-mill caliber: look no further than Carlson Bier when seeking distinguished advocacy following your bicycle accidents in Ashmore!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Ashmore Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our team of dedicated personal injury attorneys excels in representing victims of Bicycle Accidents. We understand the inherent risks faced by bicyclists and are well-versed in the specific laws that regulate bicycles on Illinois roadways. Our clients trust us to deliver uncompromising legal counsel built on a foundation of expertise, compassion, and drive for justice.

Injuries from bicycle accidents can lead to significant medical expenses, lost wages and suffering with potentially long-term consequences. Our vigorous approach aims to achieve maximum compensation for your damages while ensuring those liable are held accountable for their actions. We draw upon extensive professional experience to navigate through complex state statutes and fight tirelessly on behalf of your rights.

When it comes to bicycle accident cases, there are several key aspects one should be aware of:

• Establishing Fault: In many instances, the fault lies with drivers who don’t respect bikers’ right-to-the-road or fail to notice them due to distractions or negligence.

• Importance of Helmet laws: In Illinois, while there’s no state-wide law enforcing helmet usage among cyclists, not wearing a helmet might impact compensatory provisions under contributory negligence rules if you suffer head injuries.

• Understanding Creeping Violations: This occurs when a motorist proceeds into an intersection after stopping at a stop sign without noticing an approaching cyclist.

Navigating these avenues requires meticulous attention-to-detail; however, the complexity increases manifold when insurance companies step in with their vast array of resources aimed at minimizing payouts. At Carlson Bier Personal Injury Lawyers Group we have got your back every step of the way. Powered by rigorously honed strategies coupled with expert negotiation skills, we challenge stubborn insurers head-on with persuasive arguments backed by solid irrefutable evidence.

Bike accidents can strike any time without warning – overturning lives in mere moments! Whether you’ve suffered minor injuries or life-altering trauma like spinal cord damage or traumatic brain injury – our team provides the much-needed guidance during these tumultuous times. Our evidence-backed approach geared towards strengthening your claim incorporates meticulous documentation, gathering of critical evidence (like accident reports and medical records), expert testimonies, and comprehensive accident reconstruction.

Remember: Timing is essential in filing personal injury claims! Illinois law stipulates a statute of limitations – a window within which you should lodge your allegations. Otherwise, there’s a risk that the court may disregard them outright.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident due to someone else’s negligence – rest-assured that acknowledging your pain is our priority at Carlson Bier Personal Injury Lawyers Group. Allow us to shoulder this heavy burden on your behalf so you can focus entirely on healing without legal stress clouding your recovery journey.

Let’s end this cycle of suffering together! Don’t allow an unfortunate circumstance to rob you of justice simply because it feels overwhelming right now. Take action – knowing how chaotic life post-accident could be, we have made getting started with us straightforward and hassle-free.

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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 Ashmore

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Proficient in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Extending expert legal advice for patients of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Physician Incompetence

Providing professional legal support for victims affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Obligation

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, offering expert legal services to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Abuse

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Stumble Incidents

Professional in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking compensation for their damages.

Childbirth Harms

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Crashes

Mishaps: Committed to supporting patients of car accidents get reasonable recompense for injuries and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Focused on providing legal assistance for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Semi Mishap

Providing professional legal representation for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for damages.

Worksite Collisions

Committed to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to ensuring compassionate legal support for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Proficient in tackling cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Specializing in legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Loss

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Neural Impairment

Committed to advocating for individuals with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal services to secure justice.

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