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When it comes to bicycle accidents, the expanse of legal nuances can be immeasurable. Carlson Bier deftly navigates these subtleties, providing unparalleled assistance for such delicate matters. Known widely in Chester for their impressive track record with bicycle accident cases, this team diligently serves those involved in crippling accidents. Directly rooting themselves within relevant Illinois laws and regulations, they work toward securing optimal benefits available to you under law. It’s not just about excellent legal representation; at Carlson Bier it’s also about empathy, understanding the physical and emotional turmoil a bike mishap can lead to. Broader than mere logistics concerning claims and compensation packages – they offer a comprehensive approach that assures you feel heard and supported throughout every step of your case progression. The formidable reputation that Carlson Bier has established is no coincidence — years of unwavering dedication make them an irreplaceable asset during unnerving times following any biking incident.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Chester Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastating impact a bicycle accident can have on your life. Our Illinois-based team of personal injury attorneys is here to guide you towards making an informed decision about your legal rights and options. Focused primarily on personal injuries, especially those resulting from bicycle-related accidents, our expert team offers high-quality and compassionate representation at every phase.

Bicycle accidents are unnervingly frequent occurrences in busy cities and suburban areas alike. Factors that can often contribute to these accidents include careless motorists who ignore traffic laws or fail to notice cyclists, car doors opening without warning, improperly maintained roads with potholes or debris and faulty bike components. The severe consequences a victim might face range from traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, fractures, scrapes or bruises and even psychological trauma.

At Carlson Bier, we remain committed to advocating for cyclists and their families affected by such life-altering incidents. We provide assistance not only through comprehensive case evaluation but also by lodging lawsuits against liable parties if necessary – ensuring effortless communication with insurance companies while seeking rightful compensation for losses endured.

Our services cover various elements which include:

• In-depth understanding of applicable state laws in relation to bike crashes.

• Determining liability based on facts surrounding accidental events.

• Aggregating essential evidence including eye-witness accounts, police records as well as professional assessments of damage incurred – vital when arguing for deserving compensation.

• Vigilant negotiation proceedings with insurance entities.

• Suit filing and pursuing litigation in court – when negotiations become insufficient for securing client interests.

Incorporating our extensive experience into every step taken maximizes the probability of favorable case outcomes. Whether attributing blame correctly or carrying out meticulous investigations enables us to obtain fair settlements that help manage medical expenses post-accident, compensate lost wages due to injury-induced work incapacity or obtain coverage for requisite rehabilitative therapies; our utmost goal always being improving victims’ quality of lives following bicycling accidents.

The aftermath of a bicycle accident can leave you reeling with uncertainty. We at Carlson Bier understand the emotional and physical turmoil that ensues in such situations. With our proficient guidance, victims can successfully navigate the complexities of post-accident legal groundwork – assisting them to regain their life’s control as swiftly as possible. We also believe in educating individuals on preventive measures one can adopt to protect themselves from these unfortunate incidence; knowledge that significantly decreases chances of becoming incident casualties.

We are indebted to serve Illinois community members, offering our expertise towards safeguarding their lawful entitlements or sustaining their fight for justice after experiencing distressing bicycling accidents. Be rest assured that with our team by your side, you would have access to the highest caliber representation obtainable today – prioritizing comprehensive client education regarding every available recourse while upholding an unwavering commitment towards attaining the best plausible results on your behalf.

Having build substantial credibility practicing law within Illinois boundaries where we’re physically sited; calling ourselves Chester lawyers would err against state laws given our absence of existing branch offices there. Hence please take caution when associating us with any city apart from ones we affirmatively declare having office presence in.

Nevertheless, wherever you find yourself within this magnificent Prairie State, Carlson Bier is just a click away! Begin-anew by discovering how much your case could potentially be worth – exploring every conceivable avenue alongside seasoned professionals driven towards ensuring you don’t merely survive but thrive through your personal injury ordeal. Hover over and click the button below now for receiving unsurpassable service quality only delivered here at Carlson Bier – helping us make a pivotal difference in transforming victims’ lives following grievous bicycle mishaps!

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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 Chester

Bicycle Incidents

Specializing in legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Burns

Supplying professional legal advice for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Healthcare Carelessness

Delivering expert legal services for victims affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Accountability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal assistance to clients affected by defective items.

Geriatric Neglect

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Tumble Accidents

Professional in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking justice for their injuries.

Childbirth Harms

Extending legal support for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Mishaps

Collisions: Dedicated to helping sufferers of car accidents receive appropriate payout for harms and harm.

Motorbike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Trucking Incident

Providing expert legal representation for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for damages.

Building Crashes

Engaged in supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Cerebral Harms

Expert in offering compassionate legal advice for individuals suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at handling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

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

Unfair Loss

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spine Damage

Specializing in representing patients with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure compensation.

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