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About Carlson Bier Associates

Finding an apt attorney to handle bicycle accidents can make all the difference, particularly when navigating through complex legal requirements. In such cases, choosing Carlson Bier is a wise decision. Despite being headquartered in Illinois, our reach extends far and wide including Carlock. Our esteemed group of attorneys comes with years of refined experience tackling myriad personal injury cases, notable among them – bicycle accidents. We understand deeply how these unfortunate incidents can abruptly shake lives causing disarray physically and financially alike. That’s where our service becomes indispensable as we work assiduously towards obtaining deserved compensation for your losses. Alongside this, we vow to guide you at each step ensuring simplicity even amidst legalese complexities arising during proceedings or negotiations with insurance companies always delivering value effectively and sensitively – exactly what Carlson Bier stands for! With us on your team, rest assured that you’re backed by strong expertise forged under the scrutiny of countless courtrooms henceforth making every challenge surmountable!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Carlock Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are passionate about ensuring justice for all citizens as leading personal injury attorneys in Illinois. This commitment extends to those victims of bicycle accidents who require comprehensive legal support after being hit by negligent drivers. Understanding the ins and outs of such cases can be a beneficial step forward in securing your rights.

An everyday activity like bicycling could potentially turn into a traumatic accident due to instances like reckless driving or poorly maintained road conditions. According to statistics, the highest frequency of these incidents often happen during daytime hours when traffic is high. Unfortunately, due to their lack of protective cushioning that cars provide, cyclists face a larger risk of severe injuries upon collision.

Bicycle accident laws encompass several relevant factors which influence how claims are assessed:

• Parties involved: The success of your claim heavily relies on determining the liable party behind the incident whether it’s the car driver or other entities like construction companies for poor road maintenance.

• Violation of traffic rules: The case stands stronger if the respondent has blatantly violated traffic rules causing the accident.

• Injuries sustained: Documenting your injuries accurately significantly impacts your chances for compensation, so ensure they’re thoroughly recorded during treatment stages.

In Illinois specifically, you have up to two years following an accident date to present a personal injury lawsuit against any possible defendants

We specialize in representing clients involved in bicycle accidents because we understand exactly how these incidents can affect not only you but also your loved ones emotionally and financially. Our goal is simple – assure that our clients receive full fair compensation required for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering caused by such incidents. We strive relentlessly conducting thorough investigations gathering evidence and negotiating with insurance companies so you don’t have to amid physical recovery and emotional turmoil

Retaining professional help from an experienced personal injury lawyer naturally increases your chances at receiving deserved justice given many lawyers’ extensive knowledge on local statutes regarding negligent parties in motor vehicle accidents plus bicycle related crashes right until guiding you through intricate claim processes.

Now, why choose Carlson Bier specifically? We believe in proactive client-centric representation i.e., your needs take precedence and our experienced attorneys commit to pursuing optimal results for your case. Our track record testifies our proficiency where we’ve assisted numerous clients pull through complex legal battles successfully across Illinois.

While no two cases are the same, reliable legal assistance from proficient personal injury lawyers can sway any situation positively. After all, quality professional guidance throughout the process definitely simplifies securing full compensations against injustice done to you.

If you’re a bicycle accident victim who believes that your rights have been violated due to negligent behavior of another party, you deserve nothing less than top-notch representation which advocates for your interests unequivocally. At Carlson Bier, our commitment is toward ensuring that as our client, you receive not only comprehensive guidance until recovery but also fair compensation and justice without delay.

We invite you to click on the button below! Find out now how much your case could be worth with help from our expert personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier.

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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 Carlock

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Offering professional legal support for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Incompetence

Extending dedicated legal support for patients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving dangerous products, offering expert legal help to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Abuse

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Tumble Injuries

Adept in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking recovery for their suffering.

Birth Harms

Providing legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Collisions

Collisions: Dedicated to assisting victims of car accidents obtain fair settlement for damages and harm.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Specializing in providing legal services for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Big Rig Accident

Extending professional legal support for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for losses.

Construction Site Mishaps

Focused on assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Brain Impairments

Expert in offering compassionate legal representation for patients suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Wounds

Adept at addressing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Focused on legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unfair Fatality

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and experienced legal services to ensure compensation.

Backbone Harm

Expert in defending victims with backbone trauma, offering expert legal support to secure justice.

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