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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve experienced a bicycle accident in Clifton, it’s integral to have a law firm that acknowledges your individual needs and fights passionately for your rights. That’s where Carlson Bier enters the scene. As heavyweights in Illinois personal injury law, we specialize in handling cases related to Bicycle Accidents with vast experience and deep-rooted knowledge of local regulations. Our dynamic team works diligently to ensure each case is thoroughly evaluated, offering our clients an unwavering dedication coupled with tactical strategies designed specifically for your unique situation. Choosing Carlson Bier as your representative not only means opting for expert legal advice but also joining forces with individuals who are deeply invested in championing on behalf of victims of bike accidents while keeping keen on guaranteeing fair compensation that takes into account all nuances of their ordeal. When dealing with cycling mishaps – trust none other than Carlson Bier – skilled defenders whose persistent pursuit toward justice places them at the forefront amongst personal injury lawyers across Illinois.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Clifton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with a specific focus on bicycle accidents. We understand that bicyclists share the road with vehicles and unfortunately, this often leads to grave accidents with serious consequences for the rider. If you’ve suffered an injury from a bicycle accident in the state of Illinois, our team of expert attorneys are well equipped with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of applicable laws and regulations within the jurisdiction.

Firstly, let’s explore what constitutes a bicycle accident. A bike collision due to operator negligence is more than just an unfortunate event – it’s illegal! Whether your accident was caused by car drivers not paying attention, pedestrians disregarding signals or municipal neglect like pothole-ridden streets — these parties may be legally at fault as they hold very real obligations towards ensuring cyclist safety.

Secondly, it’s essential to note some key facts about bicycle accident claims:

– Time matters: The Statute of Limitations within Illinois typically allows two years from date of injury to file your claim.

– Helmet use isn’t always required: Helmets are burdensome for many cyclists; helmet-less riders are still eligible for compensation.

– Injuries don’t have to be extreme: Minor injuries can result in major medical bills; all injuries deserve justice.

Bicycle accidents can come with huge financial burdens—medical bills, lost wages, property damage—and immense stress. At Carlson Bier we’re on your side! Our skilled attorneys will promptly analyze your circumstances providing clear advice on possible courses of action so you can choose path best suited for you.

We want you to know your rights – if someone else is at fault for your cycling mishap they should pay up—for pain & suffering, lost salary judgment in entirety won’t make everything okay but it sure helps close wounds faster both literally metaphorically speaking!

Navigating complex legal processes is challenging even under best conditions without added trauma of recent injury looming overhead by hiring us steps throughout process will be taken care by team experts committed to getting fair settlement deserve helping regain semblance normalcy during trying time.

One key approach we employ at Carlson Bier is thorough investigation. We strive to uncover all details surrounding an accident, including eyewitness accounts and surveillance footage when available. In cases where the guilty party or insurance companies refuse to pay, we’ll go to trial for our clients — fighting tooth and nail until justice is served.

Your case matters, your safety counts – don’t bear burden alone. So take proactive move now! Don’t let ticking of clock steal away rightful compensation from injuries suffered. Our legal staff stands ready willing help you navigate through complexities law seek justice obtained deserved financial remuneration

At Carlson Bier, we believe in justice and fair treatment for all bicycle riders who’ve been victims of accidents because of someone else’s negligence or carelessness. In the past, we have successfully helped many such individuals reclaim their lives back post-accident through judicious legal help and assistance.

Let’s find out what your case could worth – reach out us today consultation free!

In conclusion, remember that while compensation won’t erase trauma experience it will undoubtedly provide means required facilitate faster recovery offer some closure too… after all accidents shouldn’t derail one’s life permanently or negatively impact well-being perpetuity this is underlying philosophy drives ethos here Carlson Bier serves solid foundation every dealt with utmost dedication client-oriented mindset journey towards restoring peace mind starts simply clicking button below…

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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 Clifton

Bike Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or risky conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Supplying expert legal advice for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Medical Misconduct

Ensuring dedicated legal support for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Fault

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, extending expert legal assistance to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Stumble Accidents

Professional in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking justice for their losses.

Birth Wounds

Supplying legal aid for families affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Incidents

Accidents: Concentrated on helping victims of car accidents obtain appropriate recompense for injuries and losses.

Bike Collisions

Focused on providing legal services for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Truck Accident

Providing expert legal services for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for harms.

Worksite Incidents

Dedicated to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Head Damages

Expert in ensuring professional legal services for patients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Proficient in managing cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog bites or beast attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Passing

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and experienced legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Dedicated to advocating for victims with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal representation to secure recovery.

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