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About Carlson Bier Associates

When traversing Frankfort’s scenic routes on your bicycle, ensuring your safety is paramount. However, an unexpected bike accident can occur and leave you grappling with injuries. In such unfortunate instances, Carlson Bier is an optimal choice for legal representation. A prominent Illinois-based personal injury law firm that excels in handling Bicycle Accidents cases, Carlson Bier has a stellar track record of securing favorable verdicts and settlements for victims. Their full grasp of the complex regulations surrounding cycling laws helps them meticulously analyze each case and build a compelling legal strategy tailored to their clients’ needs. Furthermore, they are committed to providing compassionate support throughout the daunting legal process while fighting relentlessly against any attempt at injustice or under compensation by insurance companies who often overlook cyclists’ rights. Trust only experts with proven expertise like the attorneys at Carlson Bier—they believe that as a cyclist in Frankfort, you should be compensated fully for all losses sustained from a bicycling mishap regardless of where it occurred.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Frankfort Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are staunch advocates and dedicated protectors of the rights of personal injury victims. Based in Illinois, we leverage our vast experience, insightful comprehension of the law, and relentless commitment to diligently representing those who have been adversely impacted by bicycle accidents.

Bicycling is an increasingly popular mode of transport and recreational activity in the state. However, alongside this surge in usage comes an escalated risk for unwarranted injuries due to negligence or unsafe practices on the road. Accidents involving bicycles can give rise to serious personal injury claims because these incidents often result in significant injuriescale extent physical harm to the riders that could be catastrophic or even fatal.

As experts at navigating through these complex legal claim routes related to cycling mishaps, you can trust us at Carlson Bier to pursue justice fervently while you focus on your recovery. Our team is adept at evaluating every intricacy of your case, ensuring you receive a fair and rightful compensation under Illinois law.

A few vital things need immediate consideration during such unforeseen circumstances:

• The prompt collection and preservation of evidence- It is crucial after any accident but more so when it involves a cyclist due to their vulnerability on roads.

• Determination of liable parties – An experienced attorney can help identify the negligent party whether it’s another driver, pedestrian, or infrastructure failure

• Vigilance regarding statute limitations – In many cases involving personal injury claims such as bike accidents there are specific time limits

Illinois implements stringent laws concerning bicycling and traffic safety expected from motorists which aim for harmonious coexistence between driver responsibility and biker privilege regulations. Understanding how these laws apply in individual cases require gained knowledge over years within this specific field – a specialty where our attorneys excel profoundly.

Our personalized approach focuses on developing a comprehensive understanding of every unique situation’s details–delving into incident specifics, determining liability boundaries set by Illinois bicycle statutes regulating safe road use practices; uncovering insurance policy specifics; identifying applicable local ordinances – all directed towards securing justice and fair compensation for our clients.

Safeguarding your rights amid a stressful situation like encountering an accident necessitates strong legal backing. In such times, depend on us at Carlson Bier to bear the burden of this challenging process while you dedicate your time and energy to healing. With tactful negotiation skills, our attorneys are skilled at obtaining rightful settlements from even stubborn insurance companies that try dodging their liabilities.

We recognize every personal injury claim as a fight for justice. As ardent defenders against wrongful injuries caused by negligence or untoward actions of others on road, we pledge relentless effort in ensuring our clients receive what they are rightfully due under Illinois law.

Navigating through these traumatic experiences can be intimidatingly complex and emotionally taxing without sturdy legal support. But remember: you don’t have to face this alone! Allow our seasoned attorneys at Carlson Bier to ease your worries by handling judicial complexities professionally – providing the support you deserve during this difficult phase.

At Carlson Bier, we are devoted to helping victims secure rightful justice & recovery– standing beside them throughout this ordeal offering dedicated guidance, strenuous representation & comprehensive personal injury expertise concerning bicycle accidents.

If you or a loved one has become an unfortunate victim involved in a bicycle accident – it’s time to stand up for your rights as defined by Illinois Law. Don’t let confusion & fear hinder you from seeking the justice you duly deserve!

Now is the opportunity for action! Click here now find out how much your case might be worth! Let’s together ensure that reckless irresponsibility doesn’t escape its due consequences y accessing just compensations stipulated under Illinois law with dedicated professional support from us –Carson Bier personal injury attorney group.

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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 Frankfort

Bicycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Offering skilled legal assistance for victims of severe burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Medical Carelessness

Providing professional legal services for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Obligation

Taking on cases involving faulty products, offering adept legal services to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Neglect

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

Stumble and Trip Accidents

Adept in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking restitution for their damages.

Neonatal Injuries

Extending legal aid for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Accidents: Committed to aiding clients of car accidents gain just payout for wounds and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in providing legal advice for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Trucking Incident

Extending professional legal advice for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for harms.

Worksite Collisions

Focused on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Head Traumas

Dedicated to extending specialized legal advice for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Wounds

Skilled in handling cases for people who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Specializing in legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unjust Demise

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and professional legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Backbone Impairment

Committed to defending patients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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