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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the aftermath of a bicycle accident, you need legal expertise to navigate complex situations. This is where Carlson Bier comes in. As long-standing personal injury lawyers serving Illinois, we offer an exceptional degree of expertise in bicycle accidents law matters. Our track record speaks volumes about our ability to tackle even the most challenging disputes involving cyclists and motorists. Whether it’s helping clients understand their rights or diligently representing their best interests in court, our comprehensive grasp on bike-accident-related laws sets us apart as uniquely equipped professionals for these cases.Be it strategizing powerful defense mechanisms or ensuring fair settlements, we go above and beyond to fulfill our client needs with dedication that never wavers.Despite intricate legal landscapes around cycling accidents, with Carlson Bier by your side,you can remain confident while embarking on this pursuit towards justice.Choosing us means choosing seasoned attorneys who leave no stone unturned when safeguarding your rights after Bicycle Accidents.So why wait? Take the first step today with Carlson Bier.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Crystal Lake Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we acknowledge the significant role bicycles play in our daily lives, not just as a means of transportation, but also as part of lifestyle for some. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we understand the risks posed by bicycle accidents and are committed to providing robust legal assistance to victims. Our profound legal knowledge combines with our experience in dealing with bicycle accident cases making us a powerful advocate for you.

Bicycle accidents can result from various circumstances such as driver negligence where other road users fail to observe safety rules or due to poor infrastructure like unmaintained roads. Another common factor could be defective cycling equipment that fails while in use causing an accident. Whatever the cause may be, it is essential to know that your rights as a victim should always be protected and upheld.

• In case of negligence-related accidents, proving fault might turn out complicated if you lack solid evidence against the party at fault. Carlson Bier assists its clients in gathering vital evidence thoroughly and meticulously. This helps maintain strong grounds while passing claims or pressing charges against guilty parties.

• The law does consider poor infrastructure as contributory factors towards certain accidents including those involving cyclists. If your bicycle accident was due to unmaintained public roads or similar city property, pursuing compensation could be daunting without professional help given municipalities often have defenses readily available just for such incidences.

• Defective bike components can give rise to product liability suits which demand comprehensive understanding of technical details about manufacturing defects or design errors causing failure during use leading to accidents.

The aftermaths of bicycle accidents may range anywhere between minor injuries needing immediate medical attention right up until lifelong trauma requiring constant care and treatment. These consequences not only affect your physical capabilities but also hover over emotional well-being and financial stability since medical bills tend to pile up rapidly especially when long-term care gets involved.

Our expertise lies in fighting for fair compensation acknowledging potential wage losses during recovery period along with cost associated with physical therapy sessions, surgeries or long-term treatments. At times, our efforts also aim at securing compensation for emotional distress and trauma because we believe the effect of accidents reaches far beyond physical wounds.

One cannot underestimate importance of proactive legal help in situations like a bicycle accident. Even though no one anticipates these unfortunate incidents being prepared from legal viewpoint ensures you have an experienced guiding hand helping you through difficult times after experiencing life-altering events such as this.

Legal proceedings could get intense and chaotic without precise knowledge about due processes needed to be followed while filing lawsuits or seeking settlements. Keeping themselves updated with dynamic personal injury laws across Illinois allows attorneys at Carlson Bier to represent victims efficiently making sure their rights get respected throughout process ensuring they secure deserved justice eventually.

In conclusion, if you’ve become victim of a bicycle accident within Illinois, don’t let difficulties deter your spirit standing up against injustice. Be it fighting negligent drivers who violated your safety on roadways or holding manufacturers accountable for defective bike components, professionals at Carlson Bier stand ready to guide and support each step along way until achieving appropriate resolution for your grievances.

Explore further details about how we can assist by clicking the button below to find out an estimated worth for your case. Let us leverage extensive experience while navigating complex and nuanced territory of personal injury law bringing comprehensive solutions that prioritize your needs above anything else. Together with years-long dedication towards serving victims of various personal injuries including those involving bicycles, we promise prompt action addressing individual requirements suiting unique specifics around every single case we undertake.

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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 Crystal Lake

Bicycle Incidents

Expert in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Supplying specialist legal help for patients of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Extending expert legal services for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Accountability

Handling cases involving unsafe products, supplying professional legal help to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Mistreatment

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

Fall & Slip Injuries

Expert in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking redress for their losses.

Neonatal Injuries

Providing legal assistance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Crashes: Focused on helping sufferers of car accidents secure fair recompense for hurts and destruction.

Scooter Crashes

Focused on providing representation for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Semi Incident

Offering expert legal support for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for hurts.

Building Collisions

Committed to assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Brain Harms

Specializing in delivering compassionate legal support for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Traumas

Adept at addressing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Specializing in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Passing

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Damage

Focused on advocating for clients with paralysis, offering specialized legal representation to secure compensation.

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