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About Carlson Bier Associates

When fallen prey to a bicycle accident in the amiable city of Braidwood, it’s paramount to seek reputable representation through proficient legal counsel. Look no further than Carlson Bier, renowned personal injury attorneys of Illinois for unwavering advocacy and ultimate satisfaction. Our expertise within the field is unmatched; we ensure protection, guide you through complex litigation processes and serve as trusted allies during these trying times. With our nuanced understanding of Braidwood traffic laws alongside an enviable track record in winning compensation for Bicycle Accidents victims, we are your optimal choice. Regardless where you tumbled off your bike – a serene park pathway or bustling intersection – we stand ready to safeguard your interests tirelessly till justice prevails. We at Carlson Bier promise diligent documentation and negotiation with insurance companies on your behalf while you mend from unfortunate collisions’ consequences- ensuring maximum possible restitution that lawfully belongs to you. Unraveling any intricacies beset upon your case with expert analysis, consider us – Carlson Bier – eminent attorneys when seeking unparalleled service worthy of championing such pressing concerns.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Braidwood Illinois

Experiencing a bicycle accident can be a harrowing event; from immediate injuries and damage to long-term impact on quality of life, the ripple effects are extensive. At Carlson Bier, we understand the gravity of such incidents and stand ready to provide knowledgeable legal support for victims in Illinois. Our team comprises seasoned personal injury attorneys who bring years of combined experience and compassionate representation to the table.

Bicycle accidents often present unique challenges that typically aren’t seen in other types of vehicular accidents. A cyclist is exposed and vulnerable compared to motor vehicle occupants, leading invariably to severe injuries or even worse outcomes when an accident occurs. Here are key considerations:

• Proof of Negligence: Demonstrating that another party’s negligence led to your accident is crucial for a successful claim. We conduct comprehensive investigations, gather evidence, work with experts where necessary, all aimed at establishing negligence conclusively.

• Statute of Limitations: In Illinois, personal injury claims generally need to be filed within two years from the incident date; this underscores the importance of seeking legal counsel as swiftly as possible.

• Understanding Your Rights: The rights afforded cyclists may vary based on local ordinances and state laws – knowledge our lawyers leverage extensively toward protecting clients’ interests.

Given these factors – clear understanding of negligence standards, awareness about statutory time limits for filing lawsuits after bicycle accidents in Illinois, familiarity with specific rules governing cyclists’ behaviours – Carlson Bier distinguishes itself as an exceptional ally for bicycling enthusiasts encountering legal storms.

Facing insurance companies can add further duress oftentimes following a bicycle accident. Insurers aim staunchly at minimizing payouts or refusing them entirely thus making it imperative that you’re guided by competent hands who know how to effectively negotiate settlements while maintaining focus steadfastly on your best interests.

Every bicycle case has unique nuances like context (urban vs rural), type (collision with car/person/animal/stationary object), severity of crash/injuries, availability of witnesses or surveillance footage etc. We approach every case uniquely, developing strategies that reflect these specifics perfectly which invariably positions us to secure the best possible outcome for our clients.

By promoting safe cycling and holding responsible parties accountable for their negligent actions, we strive not just to represent – but also to make a difference within communities around Illinois.

Recovering fulsomely following an accident takes more than medical attention; it demands legal expertise that ensures your rights are safeguarded. At Carlson Bier, we’re committed at supporting cyclist victims through this process. As renowned personal injury attorneys in Illinois with extensive experience handling complexity-laden bicycle accidents claims like yours, you can confidently lean on us to advocate uncompromisingly on your behalf.

Remember – no settlement fee unless we win! It’s time to ascertain what your case is genuinely worth. Don’t struggle alone; don’t leave outcomes to chance; your recompense matters too much for lackadaisical approaches. Picture having all complexities untangled by professionals; picture higher odds favoring you with proven experts directing proceedings. Now click on the button below and let’s discuss onward steps toward securing justice that befits costs incurred from your unfortunate event. Uncertainty ends when action begins…click now!

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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 Braidwood

Bike Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or dangerous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Supplying adept legal support for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Extending dedicated legal services for persons affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Obligation

Managing cases involving problematic products, providing professional legal support to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall and Slip Mishaps

Skilled in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking recovery for their suffering.

Neonatal Wounds

Providing legal support for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Crashes: Committed to guiding clients of car accidents gain appropriate remuneration for harms and destruction.

Motorcycle Collisions

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

18-Wheeler Accident

Ensuring adept legal assistance for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for damages.

Building Site Accidents

Concentrated on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to providing compassionate legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Death

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spine Injury

Committed to representing clients with spine impairments, offering specialized legal representation to secure compensation.

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