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Navigating through the aftermath of a bicycle accident necessitates expert legal guidance, and Carlson Bier is an esteemed Illinois law firm renowned for its prowess in handling such cases effectively. The team at Carlson Bier understands that each case is unique, approaching it with personalized focus to guarantee favorable results. They are familiar with intricacies associated with cycling accidents and adeptly guide clients through their complex claims process ensuring your rights are meticulously protected. True advocates for injured cyclists, they fight tooth-and-nail presenting compelling evidence to ensure liabilities are justly established and victims receive deserved compensation for physical injuries or emotional trauma suffered from the incident. Whether you reside in Astoria or elsewhere, if you’ve been involved in an unfortunate biking mishap, consider tapping into​ the unrivaled expertise offered by a leading personal injury authority: Carlson Bier. While overbearing insurance companies may overlook genuine claims, trust that this dedicated firm will zealously champion your cause towards achieving satisfactory resolution surely easing distress caused by such unfriendly encounters on the road.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Astoria Illinois

The law firm of Carlson Bier is a distinguished personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, specializing in bicycle accidents. We understand unrivaled expertise and commitment to our clients are pivotal when dealing with the devastation after a bike wreck. Each case we handle is underpinned by deep legal know-how) anchored in accurate research and tempered by compassionate understanding. You can rest assured, knowing that at Carlson Bier, your bike injury case will receive the utmost care.

Bicycle accident cases require an intensive understanding of the law and how it pertains to cyclist safety on the roadways. Our team provides rigorous representation for cyclists who have suffered from hit-and-run accidents, intersections collisions or hazards due to poorly maintained roads. Regrettably, not all motorists observe requisite cautions extended towards cyclists which has led to numerous injuries with varying levels of severity.

An awareness of common causes of bicycle accidents contributes considerably towards prevention efforts:

– Bicycle Dooring: Opening car doors without checking for passing bicyclist.

– Right Hooks: Motorists turning right do so into the path of a bicyclist travelling in the same direction.

– Crosswalk Collisions: These happen at intersections where vehicles frequently fail yield rightfully to crossing pedestrians/cyclists.

Injuries sustained from bicycle accidents often range from bruising and soft tissue damage to heavy bodily trauma including spine injuries or traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Victims also endure emotional turmoil accompanied by steep medical costs and loss of livelihood – hence why compensation suits are necessary.

Determining liability lies as one essential facet within success parameters for such cases; another being exact estimates regarding potential claim worths. Parties involved span drivers, local government authorities responsible for road conditions or even bicycle equipment manufacturers if defective devices played role(s). Herein lies our astute investigative mastery capturing every nuance possible which ultimately factors into your compensation sum calculation.

When you engage us as your personal injury lawyer for bike-related incidents, our services stretch beyond court trials. We provide:

– Expert analysis of your case establishing most beneficial legal strategies.

– Negotiations with insurance companies ensuring best possible settlements.

– Guidance and support throughout complex claims processes.

Workings within the Illinois personal injury law provision indicates statutes of limitations exist for filing such suits – typically within a two-year window from date of accident, but exceptions may apply particularly under special circumstances like discovery rule or cases involving minors. It remains critical to note that timing matters significantly so reaching out to an astute attorney sooner than later is highly advised.

We offer personalized attention centralizing solely on your needs as our client. Carlson Bier guarantees you never settle for less than what your circumstance calls upon deservedly in terms of compensation whilst honoring full respect towards your healing journey during this challenging time.

Filing a bicycle accident claim can be complicated; and recovering becomes increasingly difficult without proper legal assistance. Traversing those legal realms alone will not only add stress, but it could potentially create unfavorable situations too when going up against insurance company’s lawyers whose interests primarily reside with their employers, not victims fighting for rightful compensations.

In all these considerations, recall that our attorneys at Carlson Bier are prepared to go any length supporting your fight seeking justice holding negligent parties accountable for inflicted damages towards ensuring you resume normality post-tragedy as smoothly feasible speed-wise we vouchsafe regarding eventual positive claim outcomes setting new life chapter beginnings back on track rightfully.

Don’t bear the burden alone! Let us help you navigate through this tough time by taking care of all the details so you can focus on recovery and rebuilding. Click the button below now to find out how much your case could be worth. Remember: at Carlson Bier, we have your back every step of the way.

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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 Astoria

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Extending adept legal help for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Physician Misconduct

Delivering experienced legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal services to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Trip Injuries

Professional in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking compensation for their losses.

Newborn Injuries

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Accidents: Committed to assisting clients of car accidents secure just remuneration for damages and harm.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Committed to providing legal services for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

18-Wheeler Crash

Ensuring specialist legal support for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Building Accidents

Focused on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cerebral Damages

Committed to extending professional legal representation for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in handling cases for clients who have suffered harms from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unfair Passing

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spine Trauma

Dedicated to defending persons with vertebral damage, offering expert legal support to secure settlement.

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