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About Carlson Bier Associates

When navigating the aftermath of a bicycle accident in Bushnell, support and expertise are crucial. That’s where Carlson Bier comes into the picture; we’re an established personal injury law firm with extensive experience handling cases just like these. As practiced Illinois lawyers specializing in bicycle accidents, our legal team is dedicated to protecting your rights and ensuring you receive fair compensation for your injuries. Being involved in such an unfortunate event can be overwhelming – medical bills pile up while income dwindles from time off work during recovery – but trust that with Carlson Bier by your side, coping becomes less stressful. We focus on each case with unwavering attention to detail bolstered by personalized strategies derived from years of success in this field. Choosing Carlson Bier means choosing aggressive representation designed to obtain the maximum settlement possible for you while prioritizing compassionate client service throughout the entire process all within compliance of Illinois regulations and standards without deviation or compromise.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Bushnell Illinois

Sustaining injuries due to a bicycle accident is an unfortunate occurrence, but it becomes particularly distressing when the incident was caused by someone else’s negligence or reckless behavior. Carlson Bier is committed to delivering exceptional legal services, advocating for your rights and interests diligently as seasoned personal injury attorneys in Illinois.

Understanding the complex nature of bike accident cases, we dedicate our efforts to thoroughly assess the circumstances surrounding your scenario, striving to ensure that every relevant fact is brought into light. Bicycle accidents could stem from various causes such as:

– Negligent motorists who fail to recognize or yield to bikers on the road

– Aggressive drivers who may force cyclists off their paths

– Car door collisions often resulting from vehicle occupants negligently opening car doors into a cyclist’s path

Our team meticulously collects evidence associated with each case, possibly involving medical reports, CCTV footage and eyewitness accounts. This helps establish liability and substantiate compensation claims. We seek redress for several types of damages including:

– Medical expenses incurred during treatment

– Rehabilitation costs for physical therapy and other necessary care

– Compensation for lost income if you were unable to work while recovering

– Monetary recovery for emotional pain because of your ordeal

The state laws surrounding bicycle accidents can be intricate and demanding. Vigilantly observing these rules ensures that you enjoy all protection entitled under Illinois laws designed explicitly for bicyclists.

In Illinois, cyclists are given similar rights as individuals driving motor vehicles; consequently, they’re required to adhere to comparable traffic regulations including respecting traffic lights and stop signs along with hand signaling before making turns among others. And just like automobile drivers, cyclists have a legitimate expectation that other road users will respect their space and right of way.

What makes dealing with bicycle accident cases incredibly daunting is deciding exactly what type and how much compensation should be pursued following an accident event – another area where professional guidance becomes invaluable.

Utilizing dynamic strategies rooted in decades-long experience in personal injury law, Carlson Bier not only helps you comprehend the complex legal landscape but also devises concrete plans to attain maximum compensation. We fully understand that rebuilding your life post-accident is no easy feat; for this reason, we endeavor to bear the brunt of the legal challenges giving you peace of mind, and a clear path towards closure from this distressing incident.

Suppose another road user’s negligence has unfortunately caused you injuries while riding your bicycle or led to a loved one’s demise. In that case, Illinois laws dictate that you retain distinct rights including claiming fair compensation equating to damages suffered – both financially and otherwise.

By taking decisive action swiftly after bicycle accidents strike, victims position themselves favorably when launching successful legal battles against parties responsible. Carlson Bier amplifies your chances of acquiring befitting resolutions by ensuring swift actions are taken right from collecting evidence and preparing watertight pleas to navigating negotiations or heading to trial.

Rest assured knowing our commitment doesn’t waver whether justice means going up against individuals, insurance companies who may deny legitimate claims unjustly, or large corporations. No case is too challenging as every client deserves nothing short of undivided attention, immaculate professionalism and personalized service – all which define Carlson Bier’s approach towards comprehensive legal guidance.

Bicycle accidents can bring about unprecedented disruption marked by physical pain and psychological distress coupled with accumulating monetary setbacks due to burgeoning medical bills among other expenses. However daunting the journey seems up ahead following such incidents; remember having skilled representation on your side lightens these burdens greatly transforming seemingly impossible situations into manageable tasks.

Let Carlson Bier serve as formidable allies on your quest seeking justice after experiencing a traumatic bike accident event through our unrivaled expertise steeped in passion, determination and resilience since every victim’s story warrants listening ears with compassionate hearts that are ready not rest until justice prevails.

If you’re unsure how much compensation might potentially be available in your particular case, we encourage you to click the button below. After briefly answering a few pertinent questions and providing relevant insights about your bicycle accident, our legally savvy team will endeavor to furnish informative feedback regarding the possible value of your compensation claim promptly. Your journey towards restitution starts here–let Carlson Bier be the ones guiding you safely through it.

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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 Bushnell

Bike Accidents

Expert in legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Offering adept legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Medical Negligence

Offering experienced legal assistance for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Obligation

Handling cases involving defective products, supplying adept legal assistance to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Neglect

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Trip Mishaps

Specialist in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking redress for their suffering.

Newborn Wounds

Extending legal help for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Crashes: Devoted to helping sufferers of car accidents receive just settlement for hurts and impairment.

Motorbike Collisions

Focused on providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

18-Wheeler Collision

Providing expert legal services for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for harms.

Building Incidents

Dedicated to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Traumas

Expert in extending specialized legal advice for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Wounds

Adept at dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Undeserved Loss

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal support to ensure restitution.

Neural Harm

Specializing in advocating for patients with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal guidance to secure recovery.

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