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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering an unfortunate event like a bicycle accident in Essex can leave you with significant physical, emotional, and financial stress. Securing representation from Carlson Bier, esteemed personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, could be the vital step towards recovery that you need. Our skilled team has extensive experience handling cases for bicyclists involved in accidents. With our meticulous attention to detail and dedication to justice, we aim for maximum compensation possible under Illinois law. Whether your accident was due to negligence or poor road conditions – each case is unique – Therefore at Carlson Bier every case handled is given tailored legal solutions; every approach crafted specifically by analyzing the distinct details of your incident. Personal rights are paramount at Carlson Bier – we go beyond regular services provided by traditional firms by offering comprehensive support throughout; emotionally assistive sessions during distress times showing why choosing us isn’t just picking an attorney but gaining partners committed to fight for your rights diligently ensuring justice prevails.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Essex Illinois

Understanding the complexities and impacts of bicycle accidents is critical, particularly as the resulting injuries can be severe and life-altering. At Carlson Bier, we are an Illinois-based group of experienced personal injury attorneys focusing unwaveringly on representing victims of these unfortunate incidents.

Bicycle accidents share common similarities with other vehicular mishaps but differ significantly in many ways due to the distinct nature of bikes as a mode of transportation. The subsequent injury claim complications typically require legal expertise- which we at Carlson Bier possess extensively.

The distinctive characteristics that set apart bicycle accidents from others include bicyclist vulnerability: A cyclist is not protected by any means as car occupants are. The result could be serious injuries whose ripple effects extend to loss of job time or permanent disability impacting quality and productivity of life. Established helmet laws: In Illinois, no statewide law requires every bicyclist to wear a helmet, though some cities make it mandatory for minors under 16 years old; implicating fault findings would depend on location specifics.

Let’s delve into key points worth noting:

• Elucidating liability is complex because multiple factors come into play – traffic violations including disobeying traffic signals, failure to yield when required, drunk biking causing potential shared responsibility.

• Benefiting your case fundamentally includes substantial evidence collection such as accident site photographs, witness statements collected immediately after the event among other allied details.

• Critical timelines exist like claiming insurance within two years from the accident date; delaying essential actions could potentially jeopardize your rightful compensation prospects.

• Maneuvering through difficult insurer conversations successfully involves steering clear off unofficial statements until you consult your attorney first- insurers may aim to reduce or deny your valid claim.

• Medical treatment effectiveness heavily depends on immediate medical aid following an accident – this not only aids faster recovery but also substantiates proofs strengthening your case.

Our work methodology at Carlson Bier stands out for its tried-and-tested practicing principles based on sound knowledge understanding of Illinois Laws:

• Our services begin with a free initial consultation to analyze your case and provide best-suited legal counseling.

• We work extensively towards collecting substantial evidence regarding the accident, establishing liability and estimating accurate claim values.

• Our assertive negotiation skills target achieving maximum compensation for your losses ensuring that the negligent party assumes full responsibility.

• If needed, we move overribboned steps beyond insurer negotiations into lawsuit filings matriculating within stipulated timelines.

Every bicycle accident victim rightfully deserves extensive compensation and our determined team at Carlson Bier strives tirelessly toward securing that. To this end, if you or a loved one have been involved in a bicycle accident causing significant pain, financial strain or loss of job time – remember help is just a click away.

Navigating through challenging times involves finding supportive hands to steer through the complexity. At Carlson Bier, we can help decode convoluted claims processes standing firm by your side until complete resolution. Reach out to us today! That’s why understanding the potential value of your case is vital – because it provides an approximation on what could be recovered from insurers.

To better understand how much your case might be worth, don’t hesitate to click on the button below for a pressure-free consult and claim valuation. Let our personal injury attorneys arm you with essential knowledge and proceed appropriately empowering you towards swift recovery

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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 Essex

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing skilled legal support for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Medical Misconduct

Extending dedicated legal assistance for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Liability

Managing cases involving faulty products, extending expert legal services to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Trip Injuries

Expert in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking justice for their damages.

Infant Wounds

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

Car Crashes

Mishaps: Concentrated on helping sufferers of car accidents get appropriate settlement for harms and damages.

Motorbike Accidents

Dedicated to providing representation for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Semi Crash

Delivering professional legal assistance for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for damages.

Construction Site Collisions

Concentrated on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Head Harms

Specializing in providing compassionate legal support for individuals suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Injuries

Adept at handling cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Committed to legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unfair Death

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and adept legal services to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Dedicated to supporting persons with paralysis, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure justice.

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