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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident, securing competent legal representation is crucial. Carlson Bier serves as the qualified choice with expertise specifically centered on bicycle-related accidents. As trusted personal injury lawyers dedicated to safeguarding your rights, we possess a robust understanding of how unsafe roads and negligent motorists pose severe hazards to cyclists in Darien. Specializing in unraveling complex liability issues, our attorneys actively work towards recovering suitable compensation for clients’ medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering. With our team by your side, be assured that we utilize every resource at hand perfectly aligned with Illinois regulations for trying out all possible avenues to secure fair restitution for trauma suffered during a bike accident caused by others’ negligence or carelessness. Our stamp of excellence lies embedded not only within countless favorable client testimonials but also through aggressive representation marked by unwavering commitment till justice is achieved—making Carlton Bier an indispensable choice when it comes to Bicycle Accident law attorneys.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Darien Illinois

As professionals in the field of personal injury law, Carlson Bier offers invaluable insights into the complexities and nuances of how bicycle accidents are handled within legal parameters. Guided by our core principles of integrity, professionalism, and client-centered service, we envisage a world where every bicycle accident victim is well-informed about their rights and protections under Illinois law.

Unfortunate as it is, bicycle accidents have become increasingly common owing to numerous factors such as distracted driving, inadequate infrastructure for bicyclists and more. Regardless of the cause of the mishap though, victims or their families must know that they have an unconditional right to pursue compensation if another party’s negligence caused harm. Some key points to consider include:

– The person at-fault need not always be another vehicle driver; it could be anyone from municipal authorities responsible for maintaining safe roads to manufacturers whose faulty parts led to an accident

– The statute of limitations stipulates that you’re limited on time within which you should file a lawsuit – typically two years from the date of accident although there may be exceptions

– Under comparative fault rules in Illinois, your compensation can lower proportionately if you were partly responsibly for the accident

Understanding these intricacies isn’t straightforward without professional help. This is why securing expert advice can profoundly benefit your rightful claim. As attorneys experienced in this facet of personal injury law with countless success stories behind us, we at Carlson Bier understand what it takes to negotiate assertively yet ethically with insurance adjusters who routinely seek to undervalue claims.

It would also make sense here to touch upon some misconceptions around cases involving bicycles. One such myth is that unless there were severe injuries or significant damage was suffered by either party involved in the accident, legal proceedings aren’t necessary. Any kind of physical suffering after an unexpected incident holds impact – tangible or intangible -including but not limited to medical expenses, lost income due to inability to resume regular routine, emotional distress, and damage to personal belongings. You deserve to be compensated for all of these detriments.

Additionally, we can guide you on essential actions post-accident such as preserving evidence by photographing injuries or the accident scene; noting down details about weather, time of day, or unusual circumstances; filing police reports promptly with utmost accuracy; seeking immediate medical attention even if the discomfort seems minor at first – everything that strengthens your claim further and simultaneously safeguards your wellbeing.

In summary, remember this: if you’ve had a bicycle accident here in Illinois due to another’s negligence, law is likely on your side. But it takes strategic approach and relentless advocacy from experts like us at Carlson Bier who understand the terrain well enough to guide you effectively along this typically complex journey of securing rightful justice.

As professional litigation attorneys solely devoted to fighting for victims’ rights aggressively yet ethically, Carlson Bier’s commitment doesn’t waver when things turn tough. That is our promise—to offer every available resource so that deserving victims have access to high-quality legal representation no matter what! If having assertive advocates like us resonates with your current situation post-bicycle accident incident—we urge you not a moment longer but use the opportunity below immediately!

Your next step now—click on the button below right away! Our team extends an invite for you to explore how much your case could potentially be worth in real-time context—a vital insight making a world difference during negotiations ongoing or upcoming. Knowledge is power and today—you have already taken one important stride towards learning about lawsuit intricacies involving bicycle accidents within Illinois jurisdiction – congratulations are in place we must say! Your pursuit toward absolute justice starts here…right now as you read this…why delay any further? See how Carlson Bier can assist personally: just find out an estimated compensation amount for you quickly by clicking below—and empower yourself instantly!

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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 Darien

Cycling Incidents

Expert in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or risky conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Giving professional legal advice for patients of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Medical Carelessness

Providing dedicated legal services for patients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Liability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, extending skilled legal assistance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Abuse

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Fall and Slip Occurrences

Expert in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking restitution for their harm.

Infant Traumas

Extending legal guidance for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Collisions

Accidents: Dedicated to helping sufferers of car accidents get appropriate recompense for hurts and destruction.

Bike Accidents

Expert in providing legal support for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Semi Collision

Delivering expert legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for hurts.

Worksite Crashes

Dedicated to assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Neurological Damages

Expert in delivering compassionate legal services for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Wounds

Adept at handling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Incidents

Committed to legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Undeserved Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure justice.

Neural Damage

Focused on supporting patients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal representation to secure recovery.

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