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About Carlson Bier Associates

Struggling with the aftermath of a bicycle accident? Carlson Bier is your trusted partner during this trying time. With demonstrated excellence in representing victims of vehicular negligence, we specialize chiefly in cases involving bicycle accidents. Our dedicated attorneys are adept at handling complex legalities and arduously work to secure maximum compensation for you. We understand Dakota’s local laws thoroughly, enabling us strategically fight for our clients’ rights even under unique road traffic circumstances prevalent there. Our comprehensive understanding ensures that every avenue for recourse is explored meticulously to protect client interests better than most other firms might do so from afar.. At Carlson Bier we navigate through the rigors of personal injury law leveraging not just our wide-ranging legal acumen but also deep-rooted empathy towards injured bicyclists like yourself who deserve justice and compensation they are rightly entitled to receive…Turn no further when you need a devoted Bicycle Accidents attorney by your side – choose Carlson Bier.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Dakota Illinois

Carlson Bier, a reputable personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, offers expert representation advice for victims of bicycle accidents. With years of experience and deep-rooted knowledge about the intricacies of personal injury law, our devoted team is committed to supporting you every step of the way from understanding your rights, to negotiating a settlement or pursuing a lawsuit if necessary.

Bicycle accidents can be life-altering incidents leading to serious injuries that may affect victims on not just a physical level but emotionally and financially as well. They occur under various circumstances such as negligent drivers failing to respect bike lanes, distracted motorists unaware of cyclists’ presence due to mobile phone usage, improper street maintenance causing hazardous conditions and defective bicycle components attributable to manufacturers’ negligence.

– Key Factor 1: Identifying responsible parties

It’s crucial in any bicycle accident case to clearly identify who the at-fault party is. The Carlson Bier team meticulously collects evidence and employs investigative tactics to pinpoint responsibility—whether it’s an oblivious driver, negligent manufacturer or perhaps even a city council that failed in its duty towards maintaining safe roads.

– Key Factor 2: Substantiating losses

Filing a claim isn’t just about establishing liability; it also entails validating your damages. This could range from medical costs (including future ones) for treating bodily injuries caused by the accident, lost wages during recuperation periods off work through mental suffering like anxiety or depression triggered after surviving such an incident.

At Carlson Bier our skilled attorneys know how important these factors are when building solid cases for clients affected by bicycle accidents. They dedicate themselves wholly not only into winning maximum compensation that victims deserve but also ensuring they feel heard respected throughout processes involved in seeking justice against liable entities involved.

Aside from being adept litigators inside courtrooms, rest assured knowing your legal representatives here lead with empathetic approaches too – they strive for open communication lines allowing you understand each stage while rendering comfort during what might be an incredibly challenging time in your life.

Having said that, bicycle safety is something we strongly endorse. We believe it’s crucial to remember fundamental precautions such as wearing a helmet, following road signals, utilizing bike lanes where available and using reflective gear for night cycling to minimize the chances of accidents occurring. Bear in mind though that not all mishaps are avoidable and sometimes no matter how cautious one might be, drivers’ negligence or external factors can cause untoward instances.

If you or someone dear suffered injuries related to a bicycle incident in Illinois, Carlson Bier stands ready to provide necessary legal support – offering tailored case evaluations based on specific circumstances leading up to unfortunate occurrences. Looking beyond just recovery from physical harm we aim towards helping victims ultimately regain control over their lives post encountering traumatic events by holding responsible parties accountable securing fair compensations commensurate with endured losses.

Interested in finding out just how much your personal injury case may potentially fetch? Click the button below for a personalized assessment conducted by our expert team at Carlson Bier — let us help you understand what financial restitution could look like and move forward carrying newfound hope towards achieving justice!

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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 Dakota

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

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

Burn Traumas

Giving skilled legal help for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Hospital Misconduct

Offering professional legal services for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Fault

Handling cases involving defective products, delivering skilled legal guidance to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Aged Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble & Tumble Incidents

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

Childbirth Injuries

Delivering legal guidance for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Car Accidents

Accidents: Focused on assisting individuals of car accidents receive fair recompense for wounds and losses.

Motorcycle Collisions

Expert in providing legal services for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Accident

Delivering specialist legal assistance for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for injuries.

Construction Crashes

Engaged in assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Brain Harms

Focused on extending expert legal support for persons suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Harms

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Committed to legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Wrongful Death

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

Neural Trauma

Committed to defending persons with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal support to secure redress.

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