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At Carlson Bier, our skilled and dedicated team of attorneys specialize in handling Bicycle Accident claims with unmatched precision. If you have been involved in a bicycle accident within Burnham’s city limits, we urge you to consider leveraging the comprehensive legal services offered by us. Our knowledge of Illinois’ bicycle laws is extensive and detailed, ensuring that our clients receive accurate advice alongside dynamic representation. In addition, what sets us apart is our undying commitment to going the extra mile for those we represent. We demand fair compensation for victims who suffer injuries due to no fault of their own while bicycling across the bustling intersections or peaceful neighborhoods in Burnham. After all, it’s about getting back on track when life has other plans; this guides everything that we do as your advocate in Bicycle Accidents related cases at Carlson Bier. Our sharp focus on delivering justice serves as an undeniable testament to why we remain a top choice among law firms offering specialized bike accident lawyers throughout Illinois.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Burnham Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the significance of bicycling as an essential mode of transportation and see it as our responsibility to protect the rights of those involved in bicycle accidents. With years of experience practicing personal injury law in Illinois, our dedicated team is unparalleled in understanding and navigating the complex arena of cycling accident claims.

Accidents involving bicycles can often lead to severe damage and multiple injuries given their exposed nature. Both cyclists and motorists have certain duties on the road—an important aspect emphasized by Illinois state laws. Drivers are obligated not only to respect a bicyclist’s right to the road but also give them enough space for safe rides.

Key factors that come into play during such accidents include negligence from one or both parties involved, failure to yield right-of-way, biking at excessive speeds, disregard for traffic signs or signals amongst other situations. Each case considerably differs based on these aspects; nevertheless, if you’re involved in one such unfortunate event, understandably you’ll be dealing with numerous questions—something that Carlson Bier is committed towards clarifying:

– Is there a time limit within which I need to file my claim?

– What compensation am I entitled to receive?

– Who shall be held responsible for my medical bills?

The list may go on, however rest assured we will accompany you every step of the way—guiding you through this legal journey.

It must be emphasized that handling bike accident cases precisely requires expertise and focus—you deserve attorneys who recognize your specific needs rather than treating your case generically. At Carlson Bier our approach is tailoring strategies according to each client’s situation individually—and through this meticulous method—we aim not just towards winning compensations but achieving justice overall.

Now let’s talk about outcomes—the success rate of receiving full compensation from insurance companies significantly rises when represented by experienced counsel like us—who know exactly what it takes—to maximally tilt odds in your favor without compromising fairness or transparency.

We manage everything—from medically documenting your injuries to aggressively representing your interests in the courtroom while constantly communicating with you about progress and possible outcomes. Moreover, if there are property damages incurred—we will ascertain you get reimbursed for repair or replacement costs.

To underline Carlson Bier’s client-first philosophy: Unless we win, there are no fees charged—meaning the initial consultation is completely free and our retainer fee system ensures—you only pay us when we have satisfactorily resolved your claim.

With all this said, it’s crucial to remind ourselves: Bicycle accidents can leave a profound impact not just physically but emotionally too—we’re ardently committed towards respecting both these aspects while handling your case professionally yet empathetically. So let’s begin shaping a more confident tomorrow together starting today!

As someone who has survived an unfortunate biking accident—you may be grappling with medical bills, lost wages, pain & suffering—or even worse—have loved ones dealing with wrongful death settlements—rightfully—you deserve to understand the worth of your claim. Therefore we encourage clicking the button below which navigates you towards understanding better what your case stands for monetarily. Remember every bicycle accident claim starts with exploring potential compensation possibilities—so allow us at Carlson Bier—the advocates of justice—to make this task less daunting for you!

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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 Burnham

Cycling Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Flame Damages

Supplying skilled legal support for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Providing experienced legal services for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, delivering specialist legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Misconduct

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

Trip and Stumble Occurrences

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

Birth Traumas

Supplying legal aid for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Incidents: Devoted to assisting victims of car accidents obtain appropriate settlement for hurts and damages.

Motorcycle Accidents

Committed to providing representation for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Truck Collision

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Construction Site Collisions

Committed to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Brain Impairments

Expert in providing professional legal services for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Traumas

Skilled in addressing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Expert in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Unfair Loss

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and experienced legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Expert in assisting clients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal services to secure recovery.

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