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In the wake of a motorcycle accident, you need tenacious representation that will relentlessly pursue your best interests. Carlson Bier has carved out its niche as an exceptional personal injury law firm in Illinois, particularly specializing in motorcycle accidents. Let our experienced attorneys navigate the often complicated highway of legal proceedings on your behalf so that you can concentrate on healing and recovery. With diligence and determination, we defend riders’ rights not just to receive compensation for medical bills or damage repairs, but also for pain and suffering endured due to another’s negligent behavior. Motorcyclists trust us because they know they’re dealing with expert lawyers who intimately understand what is at stake after a crash – physically, emotionally and financially. Turn to Carlson Bier if your pursuit is achieving maximum recovery while mitigating stress along the way; it isn’t about winning one case- for us it’s about impacting many lives by consistently delivering compassionate service supported by robust legal prowess.

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Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Equality Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the life-changing aftermath of a motorcycle accident. Being a prominent personal injury law firm in Illinois, our focus revolves around assisting victims secure justice and compensation they are rightfully entitled to.

Motorcycle accidents often lead to devastating physical injuries alongside emotional trauma. Our skilled attorneys know the dynamics of such incidents and strive for an aggressive representation intended to level the legal ground dominated by insurance companies and corporate entities. Maybe you were just having a normal ride on your Harley or Yamaha when suddenly another vehicle hits you without signaling, causing severe damage to both yourself and your bike. This is where we step into action.

Here’s what everyone should consider after encountering a motorcycle accident:

– Immediate Medical Attention: Regardless of whether it’s significant or minor wounds, seeking immediate medical assistance is paramount. This not only aids speedy recovery but also documents proof that will strengthen your claim.

– Gathering Information/Proof at Accident Site: Jot down details like date, time, location and try gathering witness accounts if possible, photos of the scene can lend substantial authenticity to your case.

– Reporting The Incident: Notify law enforcement agencies promptly about the mishap to generate an official report which becomes critical during litigation proceedings.

– Engaging A Personal Injury Attorney: Retain our expert lawyers pronto as any delay could potentially harm your case due to missed deadlines or loss of crucial evidence over time.

However daunting these tasks might appear amidst the whirlwind of emotions post an accident; remember at Carlson Bier we tackle these challenges daily with absolute dedication and grit.

Understanding how liability is determined in Illinois can help defend your rights more effectively. The state operates under ‘Modified Comparative Fault’ law whereby each party involved in an accident may have their damages reduced proportional to their share of fault if discovered they contributed towards causing it. Furthermore, if one party’s fault surpasses 50%, they could lose eligibility for any compensation altogether! At Carlson Bier, our seasoned motorcycle attorneys will relentlessly work to prove your innocence and contest any allegations of shared fault.

Knowing the types of compensation available can give you clarity about what to strive for in terms of legal redress. Victims could obtain damages such as medical expenses, loss of wages, property damage, pain and suffering. In addition to these, punitive damages can also be sought if a party’s reckless or malicious actions contributed toward causing the accident. With Carlson Bier by your side; rest assured we’ll strive not just for an ordinary resolution – but one that encompasses all facets of relief you rightfully deserve.

Notably, Illinois imposes strict time limits known as ‘Statute of Limitations’ within which a victim must initiate their claim. For personal injuries arising from motorcycle accidents; this duration is typically two years from the accident date or discovery of injury. An exception exists regarding cases against government entities where it reduces down to a mere one year! Each passing day post-accident diminishes this window thereby underscoring the vital importance of entrusting your case into experienced hands at Carlson Bier expeditiously.

Your search for proficient personal injury lawyers ends here with us – No boasting false locations or office spaces, at Carlson Bier we serve victims across Illinois with transparent operations and ethical practices deeply rooted in client trust.

Now’s the perfect time! Take that leap in turning around your life post-accident towards hope and redemption through justice and rightful compensation. Tap onto that button below right now! Discover what your case is truly worth because remember – every single motorcyclist deserves absolute safety on open roads and full reparation when others falter causing harm!

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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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Areas of Practice in Equality

Bike Incidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Burn Damages

Offering skilled legal help for patients of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Physician Carelessness

Providing specialist legal support for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, offering expert legal assistance to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Malpractice

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Wounds

Providing legal help for households affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Incidents: Concentrated on guiding sufferers of car accidents gain equitable compensation for wounds and destruction.

Motorbike Crashes

Committed to providing representation for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Semi Crash

Providing experienced legal advice for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for losses.

Construction Accidents

Concentrated on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Neurological Traumas

Dedicated to ensuring specialized legal support for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Skilled in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Crashes

Dedicated to legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unfair Passing

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and professional legal services to ensure compensation.

Spine Trauma

Dedicated to supporting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal representation to secure justice.

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