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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to bicycle accidents in Bloomington, Carlson Bier is your top choice for impeccable legal representation. Our experience as a Personal Injury Law Firm has honed our ability to advocate effectively and aggressively on behalf of clients who have suffered injuries due to others’ negligence. As part of our thorough approach, we meticulously investigate each detail of the incident ensuring all factors are presented during legal proceedings. We offer compassionate service with an understanding of the physical and emotional turmoil such incidents can bring about; you’re not just another case number at Carlson Bier. With us on your side, expect tireless commitment toward securing maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages if workdays were missed, or general pain and suffering caused by bicycle-related mishaps. Know that our presence transcends geographical boundaries; we represent injured cyclists from all walks regardless their locale within Illinois state lines including Bloomington where unfortunate biking mishaps occur with alarming frequency. Trust in Carlson Bier’s reputation for delivering justice when choosing a Bicycle Accidents lawyer .

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Bloomington Illinois

In the bustling state of Illinois, where bicyclists are a common sight on roads and trails alike, understanding the impact and legalities surrounding bicycle accidents has never been more important. As experts in personal injury law, Carlson Bier aims to protect your rights if you have been involved in an accident while cycling. Recognizing the importance of safety, knowledge, and awareness, we strive to provide valuable information that can empower cyclists everywhere.

Bicycle accidents can be frightening occurrences that often leave victims with serious injuries or disabilities. The medical bills associated with these injuries can quickly become overwhelming. Not only this but recovering compensation for these damages becomes a complex process involving insurance firms and fault determinations. It’s crucial to turn to experienced defense when navigating through such challenges.

Indeed, Carlson Bier is proficient at handling claims arising from several types of bicycle-related incidences ranging from collisions with motor vehicles to bike pathway defects as well as equipment malfunctions. Our mission is clear: to secure maximum compensation for injured cyclists by meticulously unwinding each particular circumstance attached to an accident.

Defining negligence forms one part of our strategy – illustrated through multiple cases we’ve handled regarding motorists failing in their duty of care towards cyclists – neglecting traffic rules or distracted driving for instance.

Further key factors include:

• Establishing liability: Pinpointing who bears responsibility in a bicycle crash scenario

• Identifying all sources of compensation: Research goes beyond mere auto insurance policies; there could be homeowners’ insurances or umbrella policies at play.

• Proving damages: We craft strong arguments highlighting extensive losses suffered by clients including physical injuries, mental stressors alongside loss of earnings due to inability work

• Insurance companies’ negotiation: Our assertive communications circumnavigate any unfair settlement amounts proposed by insurers seeking swift closures hampering just compensatory calculations

Beyond navigation and negotiation mechanisms within personal injury law frameworks relating primarily to bicycle-implicated incidents, our expertise lies equally in educating our clients about how to protect and preserve important evidence after the accident. From being wary of what they to say to insurance companies or at-the-scene witnesses, attempting resolution via legal representation, keeping records of medical treatment along with bills, down to taking photographs of injuries progressively – our firm guides client actions suitably allowing eventualities that would otherwise play out negatively.

Fact-based guidance backed by years of experience in standing up against large insurance companies makes us your staunch ally when it comes to bicycle accident claims. We understand personal injury law is not designed merely to indemnify victims but also prevent occurrences alike. Actions under this law are meant for societies at large, making roads safer for all its users.

Helping you on your healing journey is powerful motivation driving our professional commitment from battling in courtrooms over personal injury disputes arising from the bike-accident realm towards nurturing stronger Illinois communities where cycling spaces breed no fear.

Those who trust Carlson Bier gain an advocate committed unflinchingly towards realizing rightful compensation. To build a community where every cyclist rides safely without fear requires efforts on multiple fronts – education is one; effective defense when accidents occur is another.

Wherever you’ve been injured — navigating busy city streets, popular biking trails or simply enjoying a leisurely ride near your Illinois home — trust in Carlson Bier’s dedication relentlessly fuelled by knowledge-of-law honed meticulously over decades handling varied cases tied intricately within personal-injury realms encompassing bicycle accidents particularly.

Let’s not allow confusion or hesitations around post-incident course cloud judgement needed instantly as silence ticks precious time away while recovery hangs unsure amidst numerous liabilities and rights competing swirling uncertainties into muddling the discourse.

Remember – swift action alongside arming yourself with knowledge stands any bicyclist involved in an accident helmed steadily onto the road leading back normalcy emboldened further through fair adjudication ensured relentlessly under expert counsel always ready to offer clear-headed advice rooted firmly within the law to restore order and peace post-incident.

Every injury, every accident, your case — is unique. Click the button below to find out what your case could result in terms of compensation. Rest assured, our experience-driven commitment advocating on behalf of victims suffering bicycle-related injuries ensures you are never alone in fighting for a just recovery.

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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 Bloomington

Cycling Collisions

Specializing in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Supplying expert legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Medical Incompetence

Ensuring dedicated legal representation for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Responsibility

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering adept legal assistance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Neglect

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

Fall and Stumble Mishaps

Skilled in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking recovery for their losses.

Childbirth Traumas

Delivering legal guidance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Crashes: Focused on helping patients of car accidents obtain fair recompense for hurts and harm.

Motorbike Crashes

Expert in providing representation for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Truck Collision

Providing specialist legal representation for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for losses.

Worksite Incidents

Engaged in representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Head Damages

Dedicated to providing expert legal advice for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Expertise in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Demise

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Spine Impairment

Focused on assisting patients with spine impairments, offering expert legal assistance to secure settlement.

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