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When you or a family member encounters an unfortunate bicycle accident, obtaining legal assistance should be your priority. Carlson Bier is your best choice for comprehensive support and experienced representation in these cases, especially within the Hillsboro community. Our firm values its role as a dedicated advocate for several accident victims whose lives have been disrupted by sudden tragedies due to road accidents involving bicycles. As leading personal injury attorneys in Illinois, we bring substantial knowledge, tactical prowess and exceptional litigation skills into each client engagement believing everyone deserves high-quality legal help following a bicycle-related mishap. We painstakingly analyze every detail of our clients’ case to ensure nothing slips through the cracks guaranteeing maximum compensation benefits are claimed on their behalf thus making us highly favored among residents seeking expert advice concerning Bicycle Accidents law related issues in Hillsboro area. Engage Carlson Bier today where professionalism meets compassion delivering optimal results always.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Hillsboro Illinois

The Carlson Bier law firm is your trusted partner when it comes to personal injury cases in Illinois. Specializing in Bicycle Accidents, we come with years of experience and a deep commitment to securing justice for accident victims.

Bicycle accidents can be both traumatic and life-altering, resulting in setbacks that go beyond the physical damage. Typically caused by factors such as driver negligence, doors suddenly opened by parked vehicles, crosswalk or intersection-related collisions, or even hit-and-run incidents, they may leave victims grappling with medical costs along with emotional pain.

Under Illinois law, bicyclists are treated as vehicles when operating on roadways. Thus they follow the same right-of-way as motor vehicles while also adhering to safety rules like wearing helmets and obeying traffic signals. This understanding of regulations is crucial during an accident claim because the court will consider whether or not all laws were followed leading up to the incident.

Furthermore, claims based on bicycle accidents tend to fall under two categories:

* Negligence: This can be established when other parties failed their duty of care towards you – encompassing anything from negligent driving by motorists to local authorities’ failure to maintain roads.

* Product Liability: You might make this claim if your bike was faulty due to manufacturing defects; thus contributing substantially to your accident

At Carlson Bier firm, we employ a highly systematic approach towards each case—conducting thorough investigations into causes of accidents, against potentially at-fault parties like drivers, manufacturers among others; getting reliable evidence gathered; handling complex paperwork regarding insurance firms; documentation support for your correct claiming sum.

Moreover:

* We provide counseling about possible outcomes depending upon variables like severity of injuries suffered due process complexity etc.

* We help navigate all facets of legal obligations post-accident so you can focus on recovery without administrative hassles.

* We act as robust advocates in court—if required—to secure full compensation entitlements you deserve for emotional trauma, medical expenses, job loss etc.

Our dedicated legal team fundamentally believes that bicycle accident victims deserve assertive representation behooving of their distressing situation. Our commitment to ensuring fair treatment and justice drives our approach, guaranteeing our clients a compassionate and comprehensive legal representation unparalleled in the realm of Personal Injury Law.

If you or your loved ones have experienced a Bicycle Accident in Illinois regardless of magnitude or complexity and are seeking professional guidance before proceeding with claiming compensation for any sustained injuries, Carlson Bier comes forward as an ideal choice. In spite of an unjust incident disrupting your routine, remember – you do not have to feel powerless or unprotected in its aftermath.

We urge all individuals who require a personal injury lawyer’s assistance after experiencing unfortunate bicycle accidents to recall their rights promptly – crucial step towards seeking the justice they truly deserve. Please do both yourself and those implicated justice by putting experience-tailored expert law practitioners at work!

Lastly, transparent dealings remain our hallmark as it is against Illinois law to falsely advertise the location of your headquarters. We operate under this strict ethos right while acknowledging how imperative location can be when choosing a lawyer amid such tumultuous times.

We now extend an invitation for you to take action enabling rightful resolution amidst adversity: Consult with professional lawyers at Carlson Bier firm today regarding your unique circumstances by clicking on the link/button below; free evaluation awaits! Discover what your case could possibly be worth; more importantly—experience first-hand professional & strategic yet compassionate guidance making enormous difference onto critical time post-accident ordeal!

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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 Hillsboro

Cycling Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Extending adept legal help for victims of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Clinical Malpractice

Extending specialist legal representation for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Obligation

Addressing cases involving problematic products, extending expert legal services to individuals affected by defective items.

Senior Neglect

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip and Tumble Mishaps

Adept in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking compensation for their suffering.

Infant Damages

Offering legal help for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Incidents

Collisions: Concentrated on helping clients of car accidents gain appropriate remuneration for damages and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Expert in providing legal advice for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Truck Accident

Providing professional legal assistance for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for hurts.

Building Incidents

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

Head Traumas

Committed to offering dedicated legal representation for persons suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Dedicated to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unfair Demise

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and professional legal support to ensure redress.

Backbone Injury

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

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