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If you’re a resident in Centralia coping with the aftermath of a bicycle accident, Carlson Bier, with its proficient personal injury lawyers is your ultimate choice. Our track record showcases our commitment to ensuring rightful compensation for clients who’ve been through the harrowing experience of bike accidents. We understand the complex laws surrounding personal injuries and bicycle mishaps in Illinois like no other firm does. With an emphasis on communication and personalized service, we constantly strive to navigate through the legal process on behalf of our clients—resulting in maximum feasible settlements or judgments. Trust us when we say, your fight becomes our mission at Carlson Bier. It’s not just about professional competency; an empathetic approach defines us as well – genuinely placing client welfare above all else because we do comprehend what you’re going through! Partnering with Carlson Bier guarantees relentless advocacy leveraging extensive knowledge related exclusively to Bicycle Accidents law acquired over decades serving faithfully within Illinois State.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Centralia Illinois

At Carlson Bier, expertly tackling personal injury cases is our forte. Based in Illinois, we pride ourselves on specializing in a variety of personal injury incidents, including Bicycle Accidents. Understanding the implications and seriousness of bicycle accidents is crucial to ensuring you receive the best quality representation.

Bicycle accidents create a unique set of challenges that require specialized knowledge and expertise. Cycling activities put riders at risk due to several potential hazards which can result in significant injuries or even fatalities. Drivers failing to yield right-of-way, hazardous road conditions, defective bike parts – these are just a few circumstances that may lead to tragic bicycle accidents.

Naturally, it’s pivotal for cyclists and motorists alike to comprehend traffic rules and cyclist rights on Illinois roads. Here’s what you need to know:

– Cyclists have equal rights: In Illinois, bikes are considered vehicles under traffic laws allowing them the same rights as motor vehicle drivers.

– Safe passing law: Motorists should adhere to safety guidelines when overtaking bicycles giving enough space generally three feet.

– Door-zone accidents or ‘dooring’: Opening car doors without checking for approaching cyclists can lead to collisions resulting in severe injuries – an act typically deemed negligent.

Being aware of your legal protection aids procuring rightful compensation after an accident. A knowledgeable attorney could be instrumental in safeguarding your entitlements.

With years of experience representing injured cyclists at Carlson Bier, we understand each case’s complexities; mapping out investigations surrounding circumstances leading up to the incident; determining liability; identifying all possible sources of insurance coverage; calculating costs incurred due to medical expenses, loss of income and potential future expenses related with long-term recovery or permanent disability.

Our impeccable track record mirrors our commitment towards justice for every client whom we represent while seizing the maximum compensation imaginable.The complexity surrounding litigating bicycle accident cases demand profound comprehension regarding regulations together with distinct skills that only seasoned attorneys possess.Here are some facets covered via our comprehensive approach:

– Proving liability: Evidence, eyewitness testimonies, police reports are crucial to establish the at-fault party.

– Damage calculation: Medical bills, therapy sessions, lost wages and property damage all contribute to the final settlement.

– Negotiation skills: Experts at Carlson Bier ensure assertive negotiation with insurance companies guaranteeing rightful compensation.

Suffering a bicycle accident can leave you grappling with serious physical injuries and financial uncertainty. The attorneys at Carlson Bier work tirelessly by standing guard against exploitative insurance firms protecting your rights ensuring that you receive the dignified justice that you deserve.

As your advocate, we vow never to charge any fees unless we win your case. Comprehensive representation won’t add on top of existing stressors — instead serving as a facilitator in your recovery journey offering peace amidst tumultuous times. Combining personalized care together with aggressive negotiations, we are dedicated towards recoveries and desired results via world-class legal service.

No matter how severe or complicated your injury might seem post an unfortunate bicycle accident – hope is not all lost. You need an ally diligently safeguarding your rights aggressively advocating for maximum possible monetary compensation. Plunge into taking corrective action replenishing normalcy to your life by seeking our proficient assistance today!

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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 Centralia

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Expert in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Injuries

Providing specialist legal help for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Physician Negligence

Delivering professional legal representation for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying professional legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Senior Abuse

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Injuries

Skilled in managing trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their injuries.

Birth Traumas

Delivering legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Focused on guiding patients of car accidents get fair recompense for wounds and harm.

Motorcycle Incidents

Focused on providing representation for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Trucking Incident

Delivering expert legal assistance for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for injuries.

Construction Crashes

Committed to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Damages

Expert in ensuring specialized legal advice for persons suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Harms

Skilled in managing cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and adept legal services to ensure restitution.

Neural Impairment

Specializing in assisting persons with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure recovery.

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