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If you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident in Glasford, Illinois, consider placing your trust in Carlson Bier. Our expert team of attorneys possessing extensive experience and knowledge focused on personal injury law is invaluable if you need to navigate the intricacies of an accident claim. As specialists in Bicycle Accidents cases, we have the necessary legal foresight to identify liable parties accurately and ensure just compensation for the physical hardship suffered by our clients. Being well-versed with state-specific rules and legislation pertaining to bicycle accidents benefits us immensely while dealing with insurance adjusters or courtroom proceedings specific to these issues. At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on offering unmatched professional services that are client-focused – aiming at comprehensive case evaluations, strong advocacy during negotiations or trials, trustworthy legal advice that pays meticulous attention to each detail pertinent for maximum recovery possible post your unfortunate biking mishap within Glasford’s city limits. Trust Carlson Bier – A worth considering name when seeking a Bicycle Accident attorney.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Glasford Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are embodied with the primary mission of seeking justice for individuals who have fallen victims to bicycle accidents due to negligence, reckless driving or defective biking equipment. Every resident of Illinois deserves to enjoy a peaceful bike ride without fear—an assurance that should be provided by our governmental bodies, motorists and cycling gear manufacturers.

Our experienced team of personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier understand the risk factors associated with bicycling in our city and across various regions in Illinois. These include but are not limited to:

• Hazardous road terrain

• Carbon monoxide pollution from vehicles

• Broken or shattered glass on public roads

• Potholes and other forms of road defects

• Unchecked bushes along riding paths

These conditions present clear danger to cyclists and it’s imperative that each one is addressed appropriately.

In illustrating how well readers can benefit from our services, it’s crucial to analyze some key statistics surrounding bicycle accidents in Illinois. According to recent reports, around 1% of all trips taken daily in the USA are done by bicycles—a statistic translating into millions of bike rides per day just within the state borders of Illinois. Also noteworthy is the fact that an estimated 500 motor vehicle-related deaths occur annually involving bicyclists nationwide – a chilling reminder about the reality faced by many innocent cyclists on a daily basis.

Cognizant of these saddening statistics and realities, Carlson Bier has dedicated time resources towards understanding every aspect related to bicycle accidents – including common accident causes, protocol after incidence occurrence as well as knowledge about safety measures which should ideally be adopted by riders.

The goal here primarily revolves around offering valuable insight which allows potential clients (as readers) make conscious decisions whenever they find themselves affected directly/indirectly through such unfortunate circumstances. Whether you were injured while biking or know someone who was, steps that can aid your pursuit for rightful compensation may encompass:

* Gathering Evidence: Collecting appropriate evidence at the accident scene is vital one. This can be either physical (in terms of damaged bicycle, injuries etc) or in form of eyewitness testimonies.

* Medical Attention: Timely medical treatment becomes utterly important for victims in order to establish a clear link with the accident.

* Professional Legal Assistance: Involving experienced personal injury attorneys like us very early in your case can help effectively navigate complex legal waters while ensuring best possible outcome.

At Carlson Bier, we approach every case with great dedication and unparalleled commitment – working tirelessly to ensure that every victim who has suffered from a bicycle accident not only receives deserved justice but also recovers compensation suitable for incurred losses or damages. We pay keen attention to details as well as taking into account unique circumstances surrounding each individual’s case – thereby bringing to light essential specifics which could often be overlooked otherwise.

Moreover, it’s essential mentioning here that our law office abides by Illinois law religiously when relating with potential clients hence does not make unfounded claims about our geographical presence contrary to current regulations. Consequently, rest assured knowing you are partnering up with a reputable firm built on principles along proving quality service delivery.

The journey towards compensation following a bicycle incident doesn’t have to daunting or scary as long brought faith upon right people guiding you through it step-by-step! Therefore, if you’ve been involved recently (or during past anyway), do click ‘Find Out How Much Your Case Is Worth’ button below now get started process finding out how much claim might amount too seeing actualized soonest possible time frame—it all starts one courageous step forward today!

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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 Glasford

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Fire Injuries

Offering skilled legal advice for people of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Physician Malpractice

Delivering expert legal support for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Responsibility

Addressing cases involving defective products, delivering expert legal services to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Mistreatment

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking justice for their injuries.

Childbirth Damages

Supplying legal assistance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Accidents

Accidents: Committed to assisting patients of car accidents get just recompense for injuries and impairment.

Motorcycle Accidents

Committed to providing legal services for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Semi Crash

Ensuring professional legal representation for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for hurts.

Worksite Mishaps

Concentrated on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Brain Injuries

Specializing in ensuring compassionate legal advice for clients suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Specialized in handling cases for people who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Expert in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Death

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and adept legal support to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Specializing in assisting patients with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure recovery.

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