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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident, the priority is to secure proficient legal representation that understands your unique needs. Carlson Bier has established its name as a leading personal injury law firm specializing in effectively representing those involved in bicycle accidents. We bring extensive expertise and rigorous diligence to every case we handle, providing our clients with exceptional defense irrespective of the complexities involved. The sterling reputation of Carlson Bier extends widely across Illinois including Hampshire, known for our commitment to client objectives and delivering comprehensive legal solutions. Our specialized knowledge allows us to assess each case thoroughly thus ensuring all essential aspects are addressed properly which often culminates into favorable outcomes for our clients. Whether it involves negotiations or tough courtroom battles concerning bicycle accidents,injury liabilities or recovery claims – trust that with Carlson Bier on your side, you have access to a dedicated team committed towards meeting your specific goals effectively while ensuring equity and justice are observed throughout your lawsuit process.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Hampshire Illinois

Carlson Bier, renowned in Illinois for skillful personal injury litigation, extends its capable legal services to victims of bicycle accidents. Our acknowledged expertise and commitment make us an exceptionally dependable choice to handle such claims.

Bicycle Accidents are unfortunately common but not all of them attract public attention. They often come unheralded with significant physical injuries and fiscal implications. As per statistics from the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), there is a substantial incidence rate across the nation, translating into countless cases that leave victims desolate and desperate for justice.

• Bicycling accidents entail traumatic brain injuries in 50% of instances.

• Imperatively, cyclists obey traffic regulations just like any other vehicle on the road.

• The most perilous times for cycling collisions involve late afternoon hours and non-intersection areas.

Beyond mere numbers, real stories persist – tales of loved ones gone too soon or lives irrevocably altered due to debilitating injuries. Injuries ranging from severe fractures leading to amputations, traumatic brain damage causing cognitive disorders to spinal cord injuries causing permanent paralysis form part of this disturbing picture. By bearing the severity and spectrum of these repercussions in mind, Carlson Bier offers dedicated services championing your cause with fervor unmatched elsewhere.

Central to our practice is advocating fiercely on behalf of those injured due to negligent cyclists or dyad vehicular negligence; taxicabs making sudden turns without signaling; car doors opening unexpectedly onto bike lanes or blind spots where cyclists aren’t seen until too late – we have dealt with countless such situations. There are various avenues through which compensation can be sought:

• Medical cost reimbursement

• Compensation for income lost during recovery

• Damages related to emotional distress

• Funds covering rehabilitative care

The nuance embedded within laws influencing bicycling accident claims makes it imperative you align yourself with astute legal expertise such as what we provide at Carlson Bier. Our track record in achieving settlements and court verdicts favorable to our clients is testament enough of our capabilities.

We earnestly believe you deserve optimal compensation and commit ourselves to pursuing your rights with dogged determination – no stone unturned, no legal maneuver left unexplored. We staunchly adhere to practising the highest ethical standards putting your wellbeing above everything else. This translates into quality representation ensuring your quest for justice doesn’t end up being an battle fought alone.

Dealing with bicycling accident aftermath can be arduous both emotionally and financially. Rest assured that when you partner with us, we’ll make every effort to alleviate these stressors by guiding you seamlessly through the complexities of a personal injury claim. At Carlson Bier, it’s not just about providing unparalleled expertise but offering empathy and understanding during what are undoubtedly difficult times.

At the juncture where you choose us as your dedicated legal ally, remember this: hiring us implies no upfront costs or hidden expenses. The premise of our association will always be “no win, no fee,” compelling us to strive tirelessly toward securing maximum reimbursement for all damages suffered.

With every mile covered on the trail toward legal recourse, know that behind each careful negotiation and strategic decision lies years of experience fortified knowledge about Illinois’ laws governing bicycling accidents which moulded countless success stories for numerous grateful clients; similar success awaits you.

Are there uncertainties lingering? Questions unanswered? Reach out now! Allow Carlson Bier’s industrious team opportunity to enrich your understanding further around pertinent legalities tied intricately to bicycle accident injuries. It’s time now for decisive action. Find out how much your case could potentially be worth by clicking on the button below; an informed decision today can transform tomorrow significantly for better!

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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 Hampshire

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Providing professional legal assistance for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Medical Negligence

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Managing cases involving dangerous products, offering skilled legal services to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Abuse

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Trip Mishaps

Skilled in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking restitution for their suffering.

Neonatal Traumas

Providing legal assistance for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Accidents: Committed to helping victims of car accidents get equitable payout for hurts and impairment.

Bike Crashes

Focused on providing legal services for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Trucking Mishap

Ensuring expert legal support for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for damages.

Construction Site Crashes

Concentrated on representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Specializing in delivering compassionate legal support for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Wounds

Specialized in handling cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Specializing in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unjust Loss

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and adept legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Harm

Focused on advocating for persons with backbone trauma, offering professional legal assistance to secure compensation.

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