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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re seeking a formidable ally following a bicycle accident in Glencoe, Carlson Bier is the best choice for your legal needs. Our team of dedicated attorneys has substantial experience handling bicycle accidents and we understand the unique circumstances surrounding these unfortunate happenings. By leveraging our keen grasp on Illinois personal injury law, we provide strategic representation aimed at securing maximum compensation for our clients’ hardships. We believe that every bicyclist deserves protection and should not bear financial burdens due to others’ negligence on the road. This belief motivates us to contend vigorously with insurance companies, ensuring no stone is left unturned in fighting for your rights as an accident victim. Whether negotiating settlements or arguing cases before judges, Carlson Bier demonstrates unwavering commitment and proficiency consistently resulting in favorable outcomes.Committed to minimizing the impact of traumatic events in your life like bike accidents via quality legal services – this is what sets Carlson Bier apart.Choose excellence; choose peace-of-mind; choose Carlson Bier – because everyone deserves justice!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Glencoe Illinois

Bicycle accidents, unfortunately, tend to result in serious injuries. These types of incidents not only affect the physical well-being of victims but also have immense emotional and financial implications. As a prominent Illinois-based law firm, Carlson Bier has been zealously advocating for personal injury victims since its inception. Grappling with laws related to bicycle accidents and ensuring you receive fair compensation can be challenging when dealing with physical trauma concurrently. At Carlson Bier, it is our mission to shoulder these burdens for you.

Understanding the gravity of bicycle accidents and their potential outcomes are vital; thus it becomes essential to establish that your safety is paramount while cycling on busy roads. Here are a few essential pointers:

– Always wear protective equipment like helmets

– Ensure proper visibility by using reflective gear especially during low-light conditions

– Adhere strictly to traffic and biking laws

– Keep bicycles maintained for optimal functionality

Even after taking all possible precautions, if an accident occurs due to another’s negligent or reckless behaviour, it’s crucial to know your legal rights.

Primarily speaking about state-specific laws in Illinois involving bicycle accidents, the bike riders are granted the same rights as motorists under Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5/11-1502). This act ensures equal protection under law for both cyclists and drivers alike.

Now touching upon two critical aspects concerning bicycle accident cases:

1) Determination Of Fault:

Most bicycle crashes result from negligence either on part of the driver or cyclist themselves. The determination of fault rests upon factors such as refusal to yield right-of-way, speeding, driving under influence etcetera.

2) Recoverable Damages:

Victims who sustain injuries from such mishaps could seek remuneration covering several aspects including but not limited to medical expenses happened following their treatment post-injury period (both current & future), loss income during recovery span along with mental anguish suffered due this traumatic event.

Attaining adequate legal representation ideally forms the backbone of a successful claim. At Carlson Bier, our profound legal acumen is backed by years of experience in handling similar cases and an unwavering dedication towards safeguarding your interests.

We follow stringent protocols and conduct thorough investigations gathering evidential proofs to build robust case on behalf the victims against errant motorists resulting better chance for securing deserved compensation. Our expansive line services includes alleviating stress surrounding potential negotiations with insurance companies assuredly providing assistance every step way as we navigate through complex legal landscape related bicycle accident claims

A hallmark facet of our service represents open lines communication between our clients professional team lawyers ensuring that you’re informed throughout entire process – from initial consultation till reaching final verdict.

Intrinsically, at Carlson Bier, having your best interest at heart would always be second nature to us. It has always been our endeavor to convert intimidating complexities into solvable puzzles – in order to grant you the smoothest possible passage through often-complicated corridors of law.

Lastly, recognizing the value of your claim is substantially essential when planning any move forward after a cycling contretemps hence we invite you to take advantage local expertise area personal injury law. Whether it’s about learning more intricacies surrounding bicycle-related mishaps or assessing probable worth your case please click button below begin this journey together. Remember – no one triumphs in solitary. The path towards rightful remuneration is arduous but definitely achievable victory lies just ahead with Carlson Bier steering the course..

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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 Glencoe

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Giving specialist legal help for people of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Healthcare Misconduct

Ensuring expert legal representation for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Fault

Managing cases involving unsafe products, supplying skilled legal support to individuals affected by defective items.

Elder Neglect

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall & Tumble Incidents

Skilled in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking restitution for their harm.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal aid for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Accidents: Focused on helping clients of car accidents secure just payout for injuries and destruction.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Committed to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Trucking Collision

Ensuring specialist legal support for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for harms.

Construction Site Crashes

Focused on advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Brain Impairments

Committed to providing professional legal assistance for victims suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Specialized in handling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Specializing in legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Wrongful Loss

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and experienced legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Harm

Specializing in representing patients with paralysis, offering expert legal guidance to secure compensation.

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