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If you or a loved one has been involved in a bicycle accident in Geneva, Illinois necessitating legal representation, Carlson Bier brings a wealth of experience to the table. Our esteemed team focuses primarily on personal injury cases related to bicycle accidents. We understand that in such difficult times your focus should be entirely on recovery; hence we ensure meticulous attention to detail when pursuing settlements on your behalf and building the strongest case possible for optimal outcomes. Leveraging our significant personal injury expertise including bicycle incidents combined with an unwavering commitment toward securing client interests distinguishes Carlson Bier as the go-to choice for reliable legal aid amidst adversity. With our dedication towards thorough evidentiary research, negotiation skills and bold courtroom representation if required, rest assured knowing that we fully commit ourselves every step of the way until justice is served. Choose us at Carlson Bier for championing your cause and navigate these trying circumstances with confidence and assurance.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Geneva Illinois

When you or a loved one become victims of a bicycle accident, the resulting physical and emotional trauma can be overwhelming. You’ll likely face mounting medical bills while dealing with the challenges brought about by unexpected lifestyle changes. The team at Carlson Bier understands your predicament fully as we have spent numerous decades representing individuals who have had their lives tragically altered by such accidents. We are an Illinois-based personal injury law firm ready to zealously advocate for your legal rights.

Bicycle accidents can happen due to various reasons like driver negligence, poor visibility, impaired driving, or faulty equipment. However, many people remain unaware of their entitlements in these situations. Let’s take a moment to highlight some crucial factors pertaining to bicycle accidents:

• Drivers should observe adequate distance when overtaking bicyclists.

• Cyclists have equivalent roadway rights akin to motorists – they too must adhere strictly to traffic rules.

• Wearing reflective clothing during night rides enhances safety exponentially.

• Always ensure proper maintenance checks on your bike’s gears and brakes.

Establishing fault after a bicycle accident involves detailed documentation and evidence gathering which requires legal expertise and knowledge of the intricate Illinois state laws regarding personal injuries caused by road mishaps. Therein lies our mastery – we handle every facet surrounding your case from liaising with insurance companies right up till achieving desirable court verdicts if needed.

Carlson Bier has an unblemished track record in securing maximum compensation for our clients ensuing from bicycle accident-related expenses comprising medical costs, loss of income, rehabilitation fees or even damages attributed to pain and sufferings endured because of another’s neglectful act.

If you’ve been struck while riding a bicycle in Illinois but aren’t sure where to start demanding justice, let us strategize for you based on our comprehensive understanding of Illinois’ protocols in such incidents; contemplating aspects namely:

• Proving culpability- This is fundamental in any legal proceeding since asserting allegations without substantiating evidence can be detrimental.

• Reclaim full recompense- We help showcase the enormity of economic and non-economic damages you deserve wholly without any downplay.

• Wading through complex legalities- We punctiliously dissect every element entailed in these laws to ultimately serve your best interests.

Let’s face it; no one attempts a bike ride expecting to wind up with grave injuries or worse, death. The simple premise here is – if someone else’s recklessness caused you harm; they should duly compensate for it. That’s where we come in; our dedicated team knows how vital it is for us to demand justice on behalf of victims from those liable.

At Carlson Bier, our attorneys tirelessly commit themselves to ensure our clients recover every single penny they are owed. We treat every case uniquely and give due conscientiousness regardless of its size or magnitude because your relief and future stability form our fundamental mission.

Time promptly spent analyzing this page shows that you’re actively seeking legal assistance following a bicycle accident-related ordeal. Trusting us enables access to an uncompromising team ready to fight tooth and nail for your rights and reassurances. Continue scrolling down and click the button easily visible beneath this text to discover monumental value resting within your grasp – Learn exactly how much worth lies hidden behind seemingly benign bicycle accidents’ cases simply by engaging us at Carlson Bier, top-of-the-line personal injury attorney group based in Illinois providing unmatched prowess in resolving Bicycle Accidents’ claims impressively.

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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 Geneva

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Expert in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Damages

Giving professional legal advice for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Providing experienced legal assistance for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving defective products, extending professional legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Tumble Mishaps

Specialist in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking justice for their injuries.

Newborn Wounds

Offering legal aid for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Crashes: Focused on helping patients of car accidents obtain just payout for harms and losses.

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal services for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Crash

Offering specialist legal services for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for harms.

Worksite Mishaps

Focused on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cerebral Impairments

Focused on ensuring compassionate legal services for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Injuries

Expertise in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Crashes

Expert in legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Unjust Demise

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and professional legal representation to ensure redress.

Neural Injury

Committed to defending clients with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal services to secure compensation.

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