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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to seeking legal representation for bicycle accidents, Carlson Bier stands as the best choice in Cicero. Our firm’s expertise and deep understanding of Illinois law ensures personalized solutions designed to protect your rights and help you recover what is due. Accidents involving bicycles often result in serious personal injury or even tragedy; hence you need an attorney dedicated towards handling such delicate issues competently with high success rates, which is precisely what we provide at Carlson Bier – unwavering commitment leading to favorable outcomes.

You deserve a lawyer who can effectively navigate through the complexities of these cases while being empathetic about your situation — that’s us. We offer thorough guidance throughout each step of pursuing claims until recovery completion. The unparalleled experience and proficiency demonstrated by our team have made us unbeatable litigators considering all facets related to bicycle accident lawsuits within Cicero area’s jurisdiction.

Opting for Carlson Bier signifies choosing diligence, reliability & most importantly – justice on your side in the face of adversity stemming from bicycle accidents.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Cicero Illinois

As experienced personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier, located in Illinois, we understand the unexpected hardships and challenges that surface when you or a loved one has been involved in a bicycle accident. Riding bicycles is an economical and healthy mode of transport for many Americans; however, it also carries its share of risks on our roads. Our committed team delves deep into assisting victims of bike accidents to navigate through these trying times.

Bicycle accidents often occur due to several reasons such as driver negligence, hazardous conditions on roads or cycling paths, mechanical faults, and sometimes disobeying traffic rules by cyclists themselves. Perpetrators often are drivers operating their vehicles carelessly without paying due consideration to bikers around them, which unfortunately leads to devastating repercussions.

Understandably, establishing liability is crucial when pursuing legal recourse in a bike collision incident:

– If another motorist’s neglect led to your misfortune: they could be held accountable.

– If structural defects contributed to your accident: The concerned local authorities or construction companies may bear responsibility.

– In case faulty biking equipment caused the mishap: The manufacturer could be made liable.

Regardless of the cause behind the calamity; every scenario requires detailed proof and compelling arguments supported by evidence like photographs from the scene of the accident, eyewitness testimonies and medical reports among other things – that outline both physical suffering as well as emotional trauma – all effectively bolstering your argument.

After a bicycle accident, immediate steps towards securing your rights include seeking urgent medical assistance followed by documenting details about your injuries while everything is fresh in memory. This should involve jotting down notes about what happened before, during and after the event including any communication with other people present at the scene. It’s additionally clever practice to contact relevant insurance companies promptly but not disclose more than necessary till you have consulted with an attorney.

The aftermath of such incidents doesn’t just confine itself physically –it spans outwards affecting emotional wellbeing too. Tremendous stress can result due to lingering uncertainty about your health, mounting insurance and medical bills, interruption of income flow because of inability to work or even anxiety due to future interactions with traffic post-trauma. At Carlson Bier, we endeavor not just in aiding you recover monetary damages but also strive towards facilitating an overall return back to normalcy.

Here at Carlson Bier, we stand committed to guiding victims of bicycle accidents through every step – from initial consultation all the way till potential litigation as required. Our dedicated attorneys ensure that all clients are well-informed about their legal options throughout the process while supporting them steadfastly and offering the very best chance at recovery; aided by a wealth of expertise and a strong winning record in handling bicycle accident cases.

Hoping that no one should ever be required to bear the burden of someone else’s negligence alone; our competent attorneys steer determinedly on your behalf – leaving no stone unturned when it comes down to fighting for rightful compensation you’re entitled too. Armed with empathy as well as experience-our strategy focuses on targeted goals to alleviate both financial and emotional worries so clients can focus solely on healing—a belief underpinning our dedication towards delivering justice for all.

It is undoubtedly tough discerning where exactly you stand after undergoing such life-altering accidents—understanding this predicament deeply: we enthusiastically welcome prospective clients into getting a free case evaluation—an opportunity allowing valued insights into what could potentially be accrued from filing a successful claim.

We urge individuals who’ve experienced personal injury crises implicating bikes; not just heed professional advice at their earliest convenience—but more importantly feel driven initiating dialogue in their pursuit for legally justified recovery. Encourage yourself today by clicking the button below—then answer some straightforward questions helping outline fundamental aspects about your case—and discover what recompense could specifically be attainable attaining closure finally.. Your next step doesn’t have any obligation—it’s entirely complimentary enabling realistic expectations helping you determining what could be, worth fighting for!

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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 Cicero

Cycling Incidents

Proficient in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Burns

Providing skilled legal support for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Offering dedicated legal support for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Fault

Taking on cases involving defective products, providing expert legal services to customers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Neglect

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Stumble Incidents

Professional in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking restitution for their injuries.

Childbirth Injuries

Delivering legal help for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Collisions

Accidents: Devoted to helping individuals of car accidents gain equitable remuneration for damages and harm.

Bike Mishaps

Focused on providing representation for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Semi Crash

Providing experienced legal advice for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for damages.

Construction Crashes

Dedicated to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Neurological Injuries

Specializing in providing expert legal assistance for persons suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Expertise in handling cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unjust Fatality

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and adept legal support to ensure compensation.

Neural Damage

Committed to advocating for patients with paralysis, offering professional legal representation to secure recovery.

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