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About Carlson Bier Associates

Navigating the aftermath of a bicycle accident can be daunting; knowing your rights and seeking legal redress promptly is imperative. That’s where Carlson Bier comes into play. Skillfully versed in Illinois cycling laws, we are dedicated to advocating for cyclist’s rights, providing exceptional representation that Chemung residents require after experiencing such incidents. Our team applies its deep understanding of traffic rules and keen investigation skills to identify the negligent parties accurately before devising a strategic approach towards winning rightful compensation so you can focus on recovery without any additional stress. Why clients choose Carlson Bier? It’s our commitment to diligently championing bike-accident cases backed by years of impressive track records and hundreds of satisfied clients’ testimonials across Illinois. Choosing us means partnering with trusted attorneys who relentlessly pursue justice even when faced with tough defenses ensuring maximum possible settlement being obtained for our clients’ damages caused by these unfortunate incidents while maintaining professionalism+lawfulness every step through their journey towards closure.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Chemung Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the unprecedented trauma and disarray that often follows bicycle accidents. As Illinois-based personal injury attorneys with years of experience in this field, our firm brings a unique understanding and perspective to all cases involving such incidents. Bicycle accidents can result from various causes ranging from negligent drivers, hazardous road conditions, defective safety gear or equipment malfunctions.

Our team at Carlson Bier is dedicated to ensuring each client fully understands their rights in alignment with Illinois legislation. This knowledge positions victims on solid grounds for pursuing fair compensation after such unfortunate events.

For easy comprehension, some critical points regarding bicycle accident laws comprise:

– Under Illinois law, cyclists are granted the same rights as motorists.

– The importance of obtaining an official police report after the accident.

– Ensuring immediate medical attention even when injuries seem trivial since not all injuries manifest immediately.

– Understanding comparative negligence laws which involve identifying how much fault each party bears.

Bicycle accidents often bring more severe repercussions compared to other types of motorist collisions due to the glaring lack of protection in addition to visibility issues which increase vulnerability levels. Beyond the physical implications like fractures, head trauma or spinal cord injuries, psychological effects can also be significant leading to PTSD and life-altering personality shifts.

The financial burden that these incidents impose is another major issue victims must contend with. Unexpected medical bills coupled with loss of income due to incapacitation easily tip balances into chaos. Our role extends beyond legal representation; Carlton Bier acts as your bulwark helping you navigate these challenging times while working tirelessly towards achieving substantial settlements geared towards easing your recovery process.

Evidence remains paramount when trying cases involving bicycle accidents in Illinois,. Some crucial elements worth noting include:

– Photographs depicting both parties’ vehicles or cycle-damage post-collision as well as road conditions during the incident

– Witness testimonies if they were any present during occurrence

– Medical records and costs incurred so far

-Bicycling equipment, in its post-accident state

Filing a personal injury claim after a bicycle accident is often complex and intricate. This legal process demands expertise to accurately calculate the damages incurred – whether medical bills, adjustment expenses regarding lifestyle changes as necessitated by injuries, lost income or pain and suffering. At Carlson Bier, our experienced attorneys meticulously review each detail not just for immediate needs but also considering anticipated future implications resulting from your accident.

Our core objective at Carlson Bier is to provide absolute client satisfaction through results that speak volumes taking clients’ unique situations into consideration throughout the entire legal process. Venturing into this terrain unaided can be daunting thus underlining why professional assistance proves instrumental in advancing successful personal injury claims tied to bicycle accidents.

Bicycle safety remains central to preventing such incidents even as we continue advocating for rigorous legislation enforcement around motorist responsibility when sharing roads with cyclists. Every member in our team contributes towards promoting safer cycling conditions since more than just being lawyers, we have family members who are riders too.

Acting fast following your accident remains vital leading us at Carlson Bier always remain ready and prepared around-the-clock ensuring support availability whenever needed. Our astute understanding of Illinois bicycle laws is unrivaled dedicatedly serving personal injury victims achieving verdicts solidifying reputations built over years of proficiency.

If you or a loved one have experienced a bicycle accident in Illinois resulting from another person’s negligence, do not hesitate to reach out – let Carlson Bier step up for you navigating complexities securing rightful compensation for all losses suffered ensuring deliveries surpass expectations every single time. Click on the button below now to find out how much your case could be worth without any obligation; move boldly assuring yourself of justice 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 Chemung

Cycling Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Supplying skilled legal advice for individuals of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Hospital Malpractice

Providing professional legal advice for clients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Handling cases involving dangerous products, providing adept legal services to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Neglect

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Slip Mishaps

Professional in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking compensation for their losses.

Newborn Harms

Delivering legal help for households affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Devoted to guiding victims of car accidents obtain just settlement for injuries and losses.

Scooter Crashes

Expert in providing legal support for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Semi Incident

Providing specialist legal assistance for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for hurts.

Building Collisions

Committed to supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Cerebral Harms

Expert in extending professional legal advice for individuals suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Wounds

Proficient in handling cases for victims who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Expert in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Death

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal assistance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Harm

Expert in assisting persons with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure justice.

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