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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to bicycle accidents in Avon, Carlson Bier is your best bet for legal representation. As a personal injury law firm, we specialize in the nuances of such cases and have a successful track record of achieving positive outcomes for clients. Navigating an accident can be overwhelming; our attorneys step forward to fight on your behalf, relieving you from the stress while applying their meticulous skill set towards securing compensation that truly reflects the impact of your loss. Our thorough understanding of Illinois’ traffic laws combined with comprehensive investigation tactics help build strong case strategies against negligent parties involved in your accident incident . We remain committed to safeguarding bicyclists’ rights while providing exemplary service every step of your legal journey. Opting for Carlson Bier means choosing detail-oriented advocacy driven by relentless determination and backed by rich experience within personal injury law context. Contact us today if you require robust support following a bicycle accident – let us turn this unfortunate event into an opportunity for justice!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Avon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a team dedicated to protecting the rights of cyclists who have been injured due to negligence. Bicycle accidents can happen in an instant but leave long-lasting impacts on the victims’ lives, leaving them scrambling for stable ground. We understand that when you or a loved one is involved in such an unfortunate incident, it comes with more than just physical pain – there is often financial and emotional strain as well.

Bicycle accidents can occur under several circumstances ranging from motorist negligence including speeding, distracted driving, reckless behavior; to poor road infrastructure like potholes or uncontrolled intersections; or even product defects with the bicycle itself due to manufacturing errors. In each scenario, different parties may be liable for your injury – whether that’s a careless driver, government entity responsible for maintaining safe roads, or even the manufacturer of faulty cycling equipment.

Our expert personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier are adept at navigating these complexities and identifying who should bear responsibility for your injuries and losses. We tirelessly strive to build strong cases that not only hold culprits accountable but also ensure maximum compensation is awarded so that our clients can focus on their recovery process without financial stress.

• Know important Illinois Laws: The state laws of Illinois play a critical role in bicycle accident claims. Cyclists are granted the same rights as motorists under these laws but unfortunately are often overlooked by negligent drivers leading to mishaps. Nonetheless having knowledge about such facts strengthens your case if you’re seeking legal action post-accident.

• Contact us ASAP: It’s advisable to contact us immediately after an accident occurs because where evidence collection is concerned – time is of essence! Quick photographs of injuries and the accident spot along with witness accounts greatly assist in building your case further.

• Let us handle Legal Communications: It’s highly recommended not lay statements (especially written) before insurance companies without consulting us first. Often victim’s real words gets manipulated against them reducing their legitimate claims.

At Carlson Bier, we serve injured cyclists with empathetic understanding and vigorous legal representation. We work aggressively to ensure our clients’ rights are protected and advocate tirelessly for the compensation they rightfully deserve. With a deep commitment to client service, we maintain clear communication throughout the process, ensuring you’re regularly updated about your case status.

Our team of litigation attorneys is skilled in negotiating settlements out of court but if necessary aren’t shy to take it to trial either. Underpinned by strong advocacy and passionate dedication, Carlson Bier stands tall as one of Illinois’ premier personal injury law firms giving each client’s case individual attention it deserves – regardless of size and scope.

When coping with a bicycle accident aftermath feels debilitating – Know that you do not have to traverse this difficult path alone! From making sense of chaotic circumstances to helping secure financial aid for medical bills, loss of income or even punitive damages – trust us at Carlson Bier to undertake rigorous efforts on your behalf so you can channelize energy towards healing instead.

Let us put our years of experience and expertise into action for you today! Every journey begins with a single step…why not make yours count? Don’t stay in doubt about the potential of your case; proceed confidently having expert counsel like ours guiding your way right from start till finish.

To learn more about how we can help bicyclists assert their rights after an injurious accident, we encourage you navigate below and find what lies ahead for your individual claim through our free Case Evaluation Form. Get informed decision-making power; learn what your case truly could be worth without any obligations attached! Remember at Carlson Bier – YOUR peace is OUR priority because when justice is won–recovery becomes possible!

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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 Avon

Bicycle Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Offering adept legal services for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Physician Negligence

Ensuring expert legal advice for patients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Accountability

Addressing cases involving faulty products, delivering specialist legal help to consumers affected by defective items.

Geriatric Misconduct

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Trip and Tumble Incidents

Skilled in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Injuries

Providing legal guidance for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Incidents: Devoted to assisting clients of car accidents secure appropriate recompense for injuries and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Committed to providing legal advice for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Truck Crash

Extending expert legal advice for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for harms.

Construction Accidents

Concentrated on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cognitive Injuries

Committed to offering specialized legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered damages from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Accidents

Committed to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Unfair Passing

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and experienced legal services to ensure fairness.

Spine Impairment

Expert in defending patients with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal services to secure recovery.

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