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Riding a bicycle should be fun and liberating, but unfortunately accidents occur. If you’ve been in a bicycle accident in Eureka, turn to Carlson Bier for experienced and comprehensive legal representation. Our reputation is built on years of dedicated service, helping clients navigate complex personal injury claims arising from unfortunate cycling incidents with unwavering vigor. We are committed to fighting for your rights and securing the maximum compensation that you deserve. Whether faced with medical bills or loss of income due to physical incapacitation from injuries sustained, our tenacious attorneys have the acumen needed to ensure your claim’s success. We meticulously investigate every case we handle while working closely with clients throughout their claim process—we’ll even come directly to you if need be! Forget words like ‘substandard’ when considering Carlson Bier; our team stands for diligence & excellence above all else while never losing sight of what truly matters: treating each client as an individual deserving empathy alongside delivering relentless advocacy—because at Carlson Bier any bike rider hurt shouldn’t feel left behind by the law.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Eureka Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe that no one should suffer due to the negligence of others. On these grounds alone, we have committed our professional expertise and practice to providing proven legal support for personal injury victims. Our predominant focus area includes cases like bicycle accidents. The experience and knowledge accumulated over years spearhead us in delivering successful outcomes every time.

Bicycle accidents often lead to devastating aftermaths involving severe physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial difficulties. There are many causes behind such incidents with some of them including driver’s negligence but not limited too errors like reckless driving or failing to yield right-of-way; this could also be attributed to environmental factors such as poor road conditions or insufficient biking lanes.

Mishaps can occur during daytime or nighttime cycling leading typically caused by lack of visibility leading drivers to disregard those on bicycles as they would a motor vehicle thus resulting in an incidence.

– Bicycle Accident Injuries: These might range from minor abrasions and fractures to more serious injuries like traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), spinal cord injuries, broken bones or even wrongful death.

– Legal Rights: As per Illinois law, bicyclists have the same rights and duties as motorists. Thus, any infringement on these rights can form the basis for seeking compensation claim.

– Compensation Aspects: Potential damages from bicycle accidents may cover both economic elements such as medical bills and lost wages along with non-economic elements covering pain, suffering and emotional distress caused due to the accident.

Understanding these fundamental intricacies associated with bicycle accidents holds paramount importance when it comes handling your case. It is equally important ensuring that your case is professionally handled securing you maximum recovery possible under Illinois law while bringing perpetrators to justice at the same time. This precise requirement is met proficiently at Carlson Bier where we combine strategy with compassion placing clients’ well-being above all else.

We meticulously analyze each case detail considering all aspects – factual evidence selection through scientific interpretation of events, witness interactions, identifying liable accounts scrutinizing their financial standing to provide a holistic solution built specifically for you.

Skilled adversaries and smart negotiators, our expert attorney team relentlessly works on your side hearing your voice aloud in courtrooms or negotiating tables. Particular attention is provided on no-fault verdicts where the biker’s rights are infringed upon; we ensure entitlement for recovery of damages often attained through fruitful settlements outside court. Our commitment to diligent service embraces ‘No Win – No Fee’ policy reinforcing our faith in abilities performed while providing assurance of undisturbed peace of mind during challenging times.

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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 Eureka

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or perilous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Supplying skilled legal help for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Medical Misconduct

Extending professional legal representation for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Accountability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering professional legal support to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Tumble Injuries

Skilled in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Injuries

Supplying legal support for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Incidents

Mishaps: Concentrated on supporting sufferers of car accidents obtain reasonable remuneration for hurts and damages.

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing representation for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Incident

Extending professional legal support for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for damages.

Building Site Mishaps

Committed to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to ensuring professional legal support for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Traumas

Adept at handling cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

Focused on legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Death

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Vertebral Impairment

Dedicated to advocating for individuals with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal support to secure settlement.

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