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When seeking respite following a bicycle accident, it is essential to entrust your case to an experienced and competent legal ally. Carlson Bier may not be physically present in Highland but champions Illinois residents with a deep understanding of the state’s personal injury laws, particularly specializing in bicycle accidents. With a tenacious team of attorneys skilled at meticulously investigating accident details, unearthing crucial evidence, negotiating fiercely with insurance companies, or presenting compelling arguments in courtrooms if required – choosing them as your advocate promises expertise gathered over years of representation. They prioritize client care and believe that no one should bear extra hardship due to another’s negligence on the roadways. As such they are committed to securing full compensation for medical costs, lost wages & future income losses plus pain & suffering damages endured by their clients involved in bicycle accidents.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Highland Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are an accomplished team of esteemed personal injury attorneys specializing in a wide array of circumstances, one of which is bicycle accidents. As Illinois residents ourselves, we understand the perils that can befall cyclists on our bustling streets and tranquil roads alike. We firmly believe navigating Illinois’ legal landscape should not burden those who’ve encountered havoc while partaking in the simple joy of cycling.

Bicycle accidents can rear their head through various forms such as collisions with vehicles, pedestrians or other cycles, falls caused by uneven road surfaces or even due to defective bike components. Navigating intersections presents a particular risk as nearly 45% of all reported bicycle mishaps occur there. Furthermore, increasing urbanization and inadequate dedicated biking lanes contribute heavily to these alarming numbers.

It’s essential you equip yourself with proper knowledge when dealing with responsibilities and repercussions post-bicycle accident scenarios – both physically and legally. Here are some key points to remember:

• Immediately seek medical attention regardless of perceived severity for ensuring safety and creating secure official documentation.

• File a police report detailing your version of events.

• Preserve evidence like photographs of injuries, damaged gear or cycle parts along with collection any witnesses contact information.

• Avoid discussing fault at the scene or over social networks until consulting us.

Capitalizing on the comprehensive understanding that we acquire during years litigating personal injury cases including numerous bicycle accident incidents provides us a unique perspective into intricate insurance claim procedures involved in propelling your case further towards compensation you justly deserve.

We stand unwaveringly beside clients throughout proceedings removing stress off their shoulders allowing focus pivoting towards recovery from physical trauma while we navigate byzantine mazes bolstered by bureaucracy trudging relentlessly till achieving justified recompense for incurred damages whether they’re emotional distress, loss revenues attributable to downtime during recuperation period or payments disbursed treating medical conditions arising because mishap thrust upon whilst indulging in peaceful pastime pedalling around vibrant Illinois freeway system.

At Carlson Bier, our formula for success is an intricate combination of personalized attention to individual cases, meticulously crafted strategies based on exhaustive research and fierce negotiation coupled with advocacy in ensuring that justice remains accessible to all. We understand the pressing need for financial stability in wake of such devastating incidents; thus we operate on contingency basis charging no fees until your case successfully secures compensation you deserve.

We’ve helmed triggered transformations culminating into elated smiles budding over saddened faces utilizing strident strides marching towards objectives reflecting our unyielding resolve viz. realization rightful remuneration clients distressed due unfortunate accidental occurrences whilst pursuing wholesome family outings leisurely bike rides reveling amidst breath-taking Illinois landscapes bathed by pristine sunlight filtering through gently swaying trees dancing rhythmically serenaded by soothing melodies whispering winds hidden amongst rustling leaves.

Bicycle accidents can have seismic impacts permeating every aspect of life from health to career casting ominous shadows threatening engulf existence savoured earlier replace them bleak scenarios devoid happiness: however, we fervently believe nobody should endure these traumatic circumstances alone hence work diligently alleviating anguish experienced during these tumultuous times.

Your struggles are valid, and your distress matters significantly here at Carlson Bier. Let us navigate the challenging roads ahead while you focus wholeheartedly on recovery and regaining control over your life untouched by physically debilitating consequences following horrific negligence inflicted upon innocent bystanders catapulted unwillingly inside cyclones wreaking havoc causing untold suffering leaving ruinous damage trailing behind their monstrous journeys.

Are you curious about what your case is worth? Interested in potentially filing a bicycle accident claim but unsure of how to proceed? At Carlson Bier, we provide transparent consultations customized per client’s needs neatly packaged offer coinciding perfectly warranty guarantee absolute vacancy fee disbursement till victory joyously relishes banquet celebrating triumph achieved journey endured transpire across long fought battlefields where victories taste sweetest hardships endured longest.

We invite you to make use of the button below, allow us the privilege of unraveling complexities surrounding your bicycle accident and effectively projecting the potential value your case holds. Showcasing strength during times felt weakest, retaining control midst chaotic cacophonies defining rules game played with wasted time as wager backed by pain experienced victims cruel twist fate disregard for common decency due process diligently followed deserving genuine repentance granted.

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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 Highland

Cycling Accidents

Specializing in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Burn Traumas

Providing expert legal help for victims of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Physician Carelessness

Delivering specialist legal advice for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Obligation

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, offering specialist legal help to individuals affected by harmful products.

Senior Neglect

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

Trip and Fall Incidents

Adept in handling trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their damages.

Birth Wounds

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Mishaps: Devoted to helping sufferers of car accidents obtain fair payout for wounds and impairment.

Scooter Mishaps

Focused on providing legal advice for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Trucking Collision

Ensuring professional legal services for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for losses.

Construction Collisions

Focused on supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Brain Damages

Focused on delivering specialized legal representation for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in managing cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Specializing in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Unjust Fatality

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and experienced legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Damage

Expert in advocating for persons with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal assistance to secure justice.

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