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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the aftermath of a bicycle accident in Como, securing representation from experienced attorneys is absolutely essential. Carlson Bier has carved out an illustrious reputation in dealing with such cases thanks to their specialized knowledge and unwavering commitment towards justice for personal injury victims. Our team meticulously assesses each incident, gathers relevant evidence, consults experts if required and aggressively fights for your rights to ensure maximum compensation is achieved. We understand the intricacies of Illinois state laws so we are adept at analyzing all possible sources of liability; this expertise significantly boosts your chances of a positive outcome. Whether negotiating with ruthless insurance companies or presenting compelling arguments in courtrooms, Carlson Bier excels on every front because our main goal is advocating fiercely on behalf of clients like you who have fallen victim to bicycle accidents. Trust us as your legal partner not because we claim to be superior but because countless individuals like you have allowed us be part of their journey towards obtaining justice.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Como Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are more than just a law firm – we strive to be your trusted companion in handling the complex legal issues surrounding bicycle accidents. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our depth of expertise spans numerous years and countless successful case resolutions, providing our clients with both peace of mind and justice.

Bicycle accidents can induce devastating life-changes and navigating through such tumultuous times might seem overwhelming. Our proficient team at Carlson Bier aims to ease these burdens by passionately fighting for rightful compensation on your behalf. Our services include but are not limited to: seeking damages for medical bills, loss of income, and physical or emotional distress caused due to negligence on part of others. We believe that every bit counts towards securing buoyancy post-accidents.

Education about laws pertaining to bicycle safety and accident claims is a cornerstone here at Carlson Bier. To ensure you are fully cognizant of potential dangers while cycling, it is critical that you understand:

– Illinois’ statute has safeguarded cyclists under the ‘Every Bicyclist Counts’ campaign.

– Helmets aren’t legally mandatory but using one significantly reduces risk of damage during an accident.

– Cyclists must use hand signals when turning or coming to halt.

– At night, bicycles should be equipped with front white lights visible up to 500 feet distance & red tail reflectors.

In case of an unfortunate accident, knowledge is indeed power; therefore important points for consideration include:

– Timely medical examination even if injuries seem minor.

– Collecting contact information from witnesses or people involved for future reference.

– Preservation/photos documenting injuries or damaged property.

– Reporting incident promptly to police and acquire copy report later.

Each aforementioned step can play a pivotal role in strengthening validation towards any forthcoming liability claims pursued against responsible parties involved in the accident.

We take pride in making the legal journey less intimidating for you as we comprehensively handle all aspects like meticulously preparing each case, negotiation with insurance companies, and representing you in court if needed. Our objective is to ensure victims of bicycle accidents get the maximum compensation they deserve.

Bear in mind that Illinois has a two-year window from the date of a bicycle accident for filing personal injury claims; nonetheless, certain situations might necessitate quicker action. Hence timely consultation with a skilled attorney can provide much-needed guidance.

Whether your case revolves around DUI drivers, hit-and-run incidents or unclear liability disputes, at Carlson Bier we are adept at handling various scenarios revolving around bicycle accidents. While our primary concentration presently does not serve Como specifically, our reach covers multiple regions within Illinois.

Aside from our core services as personal injury attorneys catering to bicycle accidents, we also empathize deeply with victims and align ourselves alongside each client’s journey towards recovery – physically & psychologically. From ensuring optimal accessibility by answering queries round the clock, to working on contingency fees where you’re only charged upon successful settlement or trial verdict; every decision taken here is meticulously designed keeping our clients’ needs prioritized first and foremost.

Lastly, regardless of whether your incident was major or minor – from sprained ankles to traumatic brain injuries – every claim carries intrinsic value based on unique circumstances surrounding it. Debilitating impacts associated with bike crashes should never be downplayed under any circumstance given their unforeseen exacerbating potential shape shifting lives forever.

Speaking candidly yet compassionately; understand that no monetary amount can offset actual physical discomfort inflicted upon victims – but alas in a world functioning heavily on fiscal grounds; rightful financial compensation can lessen burdensome loads when battling through such distressful phases post-accidents.

To help demystify often rigmarole ridden legal proceedings post-accidents like these – strengthen your stance legally by opting for professional pursuit especially conceived towards upholding justice for marginalized cyclists suffering due to others’ insensitivity or negligence while commuting day-in-day-out perseveringly exposed amidst daily traffic chaos barely clad in any protective shields as compared to massive vehicles co-using same highways.

There’s a lot hanging on the result of this case. So, are you curious about how much your claim could be worth? Let us do the heavy lifting for you. Simply click on the button below. Your journey towards justice and due compensation is just one click away at Carlson Bier. We await your trusty association with us bearing solemn commitment towards prioritizing your interests always paramount upholding utmost integrity & confidentiality as par professional standards pledged abidingly ever since inception.

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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.

All Attorney Services in Como

Areas of Practice in Como

Cycling Incidents

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

Scald Damages

Offering adept legal services for people of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Delivering professional legal advice for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Liability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, providing expert legal help to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Fall and Fall Occurrences

Adept in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking recovery for their losses.

Birth Harms

Extending legal aid for households affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Accidents

Mishaps: Dedicated to aiding individuals of car accidents receive reasonable recompense for wounds and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal support for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Accident

Ensuring specialist legal advice for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for damages.

Construction Incidents

Focused on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Neurological Impairments

Focused on ensuring compassionate legal services for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Specialized in handling cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unjust Fatality

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and expert legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Backbone Harm

Specializing in assisting individuals with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure justice.

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