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About Carlson Bier Associates

When confronting the aftermath of a bicycle accident, you need representation that is committed, compassionate and skilled. Carlson Bier rides in your corner passionate about getting justice for biking mishaps; home to expert Bicycle Accidents attorneys based in Illinois. Our seasoned team possesses comprehensive understanding of our state’s traffic laws ensuring we represent your interests proficiently. As a top-tier law firm handling personal injury cases including bicycle accidents with tenacity and focus, we at Carlson Bier have rightfully earned our sterling reputation within legal circles across states by securing favorable verdicts consistently for those we serve. Our stringent approach towards each case makes us second to none. Whenever tragedy strikes on two wheels, remember that Carlson Bier has the right expertise; always advocates aggressively while maintaining utmost client empathy showcasing why it remains an effective choice when seeking formidable legal assistance regarding bicycle accidents .Look no further than Carlson Bier: reliable service supporting you all through tough times dicey uphill journey!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Englewood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that experiencing a bicycle accident can be an unsettling and distressing experience. Your life gets disrupted in a fraction of a second due to someone else’s negligence. Our aim as a law firm is to bring justice to your pain and get you the compensation you rightfully deserve in Illinois.

A bicyclist has the same road rights as any other vehicle. This means every individual using the roads should respect cyclists just as they do with motorized vehicles. But unfortunately, many fail to obey this rule, leading to devastating accidents. Bicycle accidents mainly occur due to actions such as speeding by motorists, opening car doors without carefully checking for passing bicyclists, failing to yield, drunk driving amongst others.

Victims of bicycle accidents are often left with traumatic injuries like fractures, organ damage or even brain injury because there’s little protection against collisions compared to those in motorized vehicles. Even helmets sometimes don’t offer complete protection from severe head injuries when the impact is significant.

As your legal representatives, we believe it is important for you to know some key points about how personal injury claims related to bicycle accidents are resolved:

• The bases for filing a claim include when drivers neglect their duty towards sharing the roads safely.

• It helps if there was no comparative fault on behalf of the cyclist. However, even if partial blame falls on them (except when they’re more at fault than the defendant), it still doesn’t stop them from seeking damages.

• There’s also no limit within our state laws regarding what you can potentially recover after these kinds of incidents.

• Time limits on filing claims (known legally as “Statutes of limitations”) exist but vary depending on case specifics; hence it’s best not delay consulting attorneys.

Remember – documentation of medical procedures performed post-accident is crucial evidence needed during claim processes. Being vigilant about getting everything documented leaves no room for dispute later during trials or negotiations.

Proving negligence in court revolves around certain components tailored according to the individual scenario of the accident. Was there a duty owed by one party to the other? Did a breach occur of that duty? Did injuries directly result from this breach, and were they reasonable foreseeable consequences?

Carlson Bier’s compassionate but determined team has years of experience fighting for victims’ rights in Illinois. Whether it’s going up against insurance companies during negotiations or representing our clients before judges, we take each step diligently towards helping you recover what belongs rightfully to you.

Besides dealing with physical pains and mental distress post-accident, there may also arise financial hardships since medical treatments can often turn out to be extremely expensive. Therefore, we work tirelessly not just for compensating your visible physical traumas – things like pain & suffering or emotional anguishes are also given serious consideration when calculating compensation amounts.

But how much is your case worth? And isn’t it better if someone else takes care of all these complex legal matters as you focus on recovery alone? After ensuring first complete understanding about what occurs pre-and post-bicycle accidents; now imagine loosely clutching onto a virtual hand extending help so that neither does injustice continue nor burdens increase any further! So why wait more… go ahead and click the button below right away – join Carlson Bier’s fight for justice because dearest bicyclist of Illinois… You Deserve Better!

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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 Englewood

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Scald Burns

Supplying expert legal help for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Hospital Negligence

Ensuring experienced legal representation for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Fault

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, delivering adept legal services to clients affected by harmful products.

Elder Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Trip Accidents

Adept in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking compensation for their harm.

Childbirth Harms

Supplying legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Mishaps: Devoted to supporting sufferers of car accidents receive fair settlement for harms and losses.

Motorcycle Accidents

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

18-Wheeler Collision

Delivering adept legal representation for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for injuries.

Building Mishaps

Focused on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cerebral Damages

Specializing in extending dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Skilled in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Loss

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and experienced legal services to ensure restitution.

Neural Damage

Dedicated to supporting individuals with paralysis, offering compassionate legal representation to secure settlement.

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