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When you’re confronted with the aftermath of a bicycle accident, navigating your path towards compensation can be stressful and complicated. Involve an experienced attorney to help streamline this process – Carlson Bier is at your service. Specialized in personal injury law with focus on bicycle accidents, our lawyers harbor deep-rooted understanding of Illinois statutes and regulations pivotal to defend your rights effectively. Our team assists Elmwood Park inhabitants by providing legal advice tailored to their unique situation, relentlessly advocating for maximum recompense both inside and outside the courtroom. As industry veterans adept at scrutinizing insurance policies and negotiation tactics, we are reputed for precision in gathering and presenting evidence proving liability against responsible parties. Deftly maneuvering through intricate legal procedures is second nature at Carlson Bier – thereby making us apt allies when seeking rightful restitution after bike accidents. Opting for such proficient representation significantly enhances chances of successful resolution whilst relieving you from daunting legalities – another reason why Carlson Bier should be top consideration for any individual grappling bicycle-related injuries demanding justice.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Elmwood Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the urgency and complexity that come with handling personal injury cases in Illinois, particularly those concerning bicycle accidents. As a premier personal injury law firm, our attorney team is passionately committed to defending your rights and securing the maximum possible compensation for any injuries you may have suffered on account of someone else’s negligence.

Bicycle accidents frequently result in severe and life-altering injuries due to the vulnerability of cyclists on the road. Understanding common causes can help prevent them:

• Reckless Driving: A motorist operating their vehicle recklessly can easily collide with a cyclist.

• Distracted Driving: When drivers fail to pay attention at key moments because they are consumed by distractions such as phone calls or texting.

• Failure to Yield: Drivers who do not give right-of-way or don’t bother checking before turning often hit bicyclists.

• Poor Road Conditions: Dangerous conditions like potholes, non-existent bike lanes, poor street lighting also contribute to these accidents.

It’s also essential to note that under Illinois laws, cyclists’ rights must be respected just as much motorists’. With applicable traffic laws extending equal protection to both parties involved. Should any discrepancies arise; affected individuals are granted full entitlements towards ensuring justice prevails.

Some injuries associated with bicycle accidents can include:

• Broken bones

• Traumatic brain injuries

• Spinal cord damage

• Road rash

Should you unfortunately experience one of these incidents leading you into an office visit or even hospitalization with recurring medical expenses; remember it’s crucially important that legal steps get taken promptly.

Establishing liability after a bicycle accident can often be contentious and daunting. This is where we step in – drawing upon years of expertise dealing with insurance companies, defense attorneys, and more importantly, ensuring that your case doesn’t get lost amidst all the claims filed each day; rather stands out compellingly! Our attorneys work diligently to gather necessary evidence, accurately estimate potential damages, and determine avenues for compensation.

At Carlson Bier, we operate on a contingency fee basis which means if we don’t win your case you owe us nothing! Our firm will advance the cost of litigation while our superb attorney team provides comprehensive legal support all the way through. Whether it entails proving another’s negligence that led to your accident or positioning strategic negotiations in motion, trust us to deliver every step.

Time is of the essence in these cases as actionable claims may be waning with each passing day post-incident. It is important now more than ever to lean on experienced legal counsel who can swiftly navigate through this complicated terrain to safeguard vital interests and pursue due reparations.

Moreover, since you adhere steadfastly by Illinois law considering geographical disclaiming protocols; rest assured knowing that irrespective of physical office regions – wherever in Illinois you are – our committed lawyers stand ready for ensuring just recompense.

Considering a bicycle accident claim is not merely about receiving financial reparation but also reclaiming personal peace and closure from such an unfortunate event. Hence, let Carlton Bier be your ultimate resource on this legal journey. We promise empathy-driven, honest communication at all stages whilst fighting tirelessly behind the scenes for what you rightfully deserve.

With this spectrum of knowledge on Bicycle Accidents in Illinois law laid out before you, take control of your situation by making an informed decision today: Explore below and discover how much your case could potentially be worth by availing Carlson Bier’s acclaimed professional legal assistance. Stand up for your rights and restorative justice – Click the button mentioned below now!

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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 Elmwood Park

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Fire Traumas

Offering skilled legal help for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Medical Malpractice

Providing expert legal services for patients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Fault

Addressing cases involving problematic products, extending skilled legal services to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Mistreatment

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

Tumble and Slip Occurrences

Adept in handling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their damages.

Newborn Harms

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

Automobile Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on aiding individuals of car accidents obtain appropriate settlement for harms and losses.

Bike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Big Rig Incident

Providing expert legal advice for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for harms.

Building Site Collisions

Dedicated to supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cognitive Harms

Committed to offering expert legal assistance for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Adept at tackling cases for persons who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Dedicated to legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unjust Loss

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Focused on supporting victims with vertebral damage, offering expert legal support to secure redress.

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