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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve unfortunately been involved in a bicycle accident, it’s critical to have top quality legal representation. Look no further than Carlson Bier; a leading firm of competent and capable personal injury lawyers who are extremely knowledgeable about Illinois’ specific bicycle laws. We diligently work on all types of bike-related cases helping victims secure compensation for their injuries, damages or loss.We understand the central aspects underpinning such complex situations including liability, insurance statutes and most importantly cyclist rights ensuring maximum settlement possibilities.Our tenacity has seen us prevail in even the most challenging circumstances proving our credibility as first-rated litigators.Distinguished by aggressive advocacy coupled with strategic competence Carlson Bier is an ideal choice for your legal needs.Proudly serving Creston we bring years of experience combined with heartfelt commitment to clients.Recognize that not choosing just any lawyer but the right one plays a pivotal role after encountering a terrible incident.Taken into account these factors trust only Carlson Bier committed to guide through this intimidating process easing each step thereafter.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Creston Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a team of expert personal injury lawyers who specialize in handling cases related to bicycle accidents. We are committed to guiding victims through the complexities of the legal process in Illinois, offering meticulous attention and comprehensive services for those impacted by such devastating circumstances. Sustaining injuries from a bicycle accident can leave you with severe physical pain and immense financial stress; however, rest assured, our dedicated attorneys will diligently fight on your behalf to secure rightful compensation.

Bicycle accidents can be traumatic due to their unexpected nature and devastating consequences. Serious injuries like broken bones, brain trauma, spinal cord damages or even fatalities often arise from these unfortunate incidents. Many factors contribute to bicycle accidents including driver negligence where vehicles fail to keep a safe distance, poorly maintained roadways that cause cyclists to lose control, reckless driving or speeding by motorists that collide with bicyclists among others.

• Negligence: Bicycle riders have equal rights as other drivers on the road. If your accident occurred due to someone else’s carelessness or negligent act (like not giving way when required), you might be entitled to compensation.

• Product Liability: Sometimes bicycles themselves are defective causing unforeseen accidents; you may have a case against the manufacturer if your equipment was found flawed resulting in an accident.

• Wrongful Death: In unfortunate events when someone loses life in a bike accident because of someone else’s irresponsibility the family has laudable grounds for filing a wrongful death lawsuit.

As your personal injury attorney group based out of Illinois but serving within all its lawful jurisdiction; our goal is putting your needs first – always! With Carlson Bier at the helm of your case , benefit from our expertise in negotiating with insurance companies and aggressive representation should litigation becomes unavoidable.

We provide strategic counsel at every step which begins with reconstructing every detail surrounding your accident strengthened by gathering evidences such as photographs, video surveillance of nearby locations along with eye witness accounts that serve pivotal in building a concrete bicycle accident claim. We then assess your medical records, expenses and wage loss to accurately quantify the damages inflicted upon you.

• Compensation may encompass various facets like your medical bills, ongoing rehabilitation costs.

• Recovery for lost wages if the accident has rendered inability to work either on a temporary or permanent basis

• Damages meant for pain, suffering and decrease in quality of life following the incident

• If applicable punitive damages thereby punishing wrongdoers sending out a strong message invoking greater caution from potential offenders against cyclists

There’s no denying that aftermath of a bicycle accident can be challenging; dealing with physical injuries parallelly fighting an uphill legal battle might feel overwhelming. Our unwavering commitment at Carlson Bier is ensuring your journey towards justice isn’t undertaken alone but hand-in-hand accompanying you every step lending our seasoned expertise easing this taxing pursuit. Partnering with Carlson Bier means secure representation by skilled personal injury attorneys who prioritize safeguarding your rights and interests.

We urge you not to accept initial offers made by insurance adjusters, as they often undervalue genuine claims to minimize their payouts. Allow us to review these offers, negotiate better terms pierce through tough legal jargon while handling all bureaucratic red-tape leaving you unhindered focusing on essential – healing yourself.

What distinguishes us at Carlson Bier is we don’t consider any case too big or small; everyone deserves rightful justice and equal representation beyond mere words but decisive actions leading towards successful results. Remember time is crucial in filing personal injury lawsuits post bicycle accidents, so take proactive action today negating statute limitations cost dearly limiting entitlements rightfully owed preserving crucial evidence aiding our ability mounting comprehensive cases subsequently achieving deserved veridict faster.

In final words, stand up for your rights! Discover how much your personal injury case could potentially be worth investing into recovering what was unjustly taken away: peace-of-mind , mobility even livelihood many times. Click below you are one step away from exploring the power of standing for justice reclaiming your life back! Trust Carlson Bier, your personal injury attorneys in Illinois ready to fight fiercely on-ground relentlessly. We measure success not just via case resolution but restoring lives significantly suffering due to accidents; thus helping clients heal secure, seek a promising future utilizing deserving compensations won for their benefit turning tides in their favour asserting justice served.

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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 Creston

Cycling Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Fire Wounds

Giving professional legal advice for victims of intense burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Ensuring expert legal assistance for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Liability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, supplying expert legal services to consumers affected by defective items.

Elder Abuse

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble & Trip Mishaps

Professional in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Traumas

Supplying legal support for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to assisting victims of car accidents secure appropriate payout for wounds and harm.

Motorbike Mishaps

Committed to providing legal support for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Mishap

Offering specialist legal representation for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for damages.

Construction Incidents

Focused on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cognitive Harms

Focused on extending specialized legal support for victims suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Damages

Expertise in addressing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Passing

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and expert legal guidance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Damage

Specializing in defending victims with backbone trauma, offering expert legal guidance to secure compensation.

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