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When you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident, trust Carlson Bier to fight for your rights. As renowned personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we bring our expert legal acumen to Hodgkins as well. Our top-notch team specializes in handling lawsuits related to bicycle accidents, striving relentlessly until justice is delivered. We understand the dynamics of bicycling tragedies and their far-reaching impacts; hence we cater services that are at the threshold of conscientiousness and resilience. While skilled in law implementation practices throughout Illinois, Carlson Bier maintains a significant specialty regarding cases from Hodgkins’s jurisdiction. With us by your side, be assured of receiving superb advocacy coupled with personalized attention towards every minute detail on your case — an approach stemming from our founding philosophy “righting wrongs”. Thereby assisting victims navigate through recovery: physically, emotionally and financially while securing optimal compensation they rightfully deserve – drive behind every action at Carlson & Bier Law Firm. When seeking professional representation following a bicycling incident choose wisely–choose Carlson & Bier!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Hodgkins Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the unfortunate reality of bicycle accidents in Illinois, a plight that affects far too many cyclists annually. As personal injury attorneys, our expertise lies in providing invaluable legal assistance to victims and their families during these trying times. To ensure you are informed of your rights and the next steps to take following a bicycle accident, it is our mandate to offer comprehensive educational content on this subject.

Bicycle accidents predominantly occur due to negligent vehicle drivers not adhering to rules around sharing roadways with cyclists. The physical damage that victims suffer can have severe implications on their physical health, work productivity, financial stability or overall quality of life. Sadly, several cases also result in fatalities making it crucial for survivors or family members left behind to seek rightful compensation.

To begin comprehending what constitutes negligence in bicycle accidents:

– Understand that any party who fails to uphold their duty towards safe driving on Illinois roads can be held at fault.

– Any form of distracted driving like texting while driving exhibits blatant disregard for fellow road users and could possibly be termed as negligence.

– Vehicle drivers who keep inadequate distance between them and a cyclist may cause harm unnecessarily leading up personal injury claims occupancy or wrongful death suits.

In order to successfully pursue your claim after a horrible occurrence such as a bike crash in Illinois, knowledge about laws consistently guiding such matters is critical because all elements play an essential role when seeking compensation:

– Firstly, note that under Illinois law there’s generally two years’ time limit (statute of limitations) from the date of accident within which one would need file suit for injuries suffered as result an incident involving bicycles cars pedestrians other…

– Secondly, understanding contributory negligence is insightful; this principle denotes instances where if victim seen contributing negligent behavior they might see reduced award payout potentially receiving nothing depending occasion

-Conclusively secretive bicycle riding typically illegal bikeways should never ride against traffic flow right sidepath unless safety reasons dictate otherwise . Keeping these pointers mind could help safeguard rights when cycling roadways other public spaces across state

If you or someone close have been impacted by a bicycle accident, navigating this legal maze might prove intimidating. At Carlson Bier, our wealth of experience in representing personal injury victims comes to aid during such times. We meticulously comb through every element of your case, utilizing it while building an ironclad argument for your rightful due.

Remember, having the right counsel doesn’t just mean being represented; it means being heard and understood. Despite the heart-wrenching circumstances, we stand committed to secure justice for all our clients. With us on your side, trust us to exhibit an unassailable vigor in defending your rights as we closely follow all Illinois rules governing fair representation.

Our commitment extends even beyond winning cases; it encompasses restoring hope and normalcy at the wake of adversity that bicycle accidents bring about. Drawn from years of unparalleled service delivery to numerous satisfied clients throughout Illinois, let Carlson Bier represent both you and values care so deeply

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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 Hodgkins

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Focused on legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Giving skilled legal help for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Clinical Negligence

Offering experienced legal services for persons affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Obligation

Managing cases involving unsafe products, extending professional legal services to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Abuse

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Fall and Trip Incidents

Adept in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking compensation for their damages.

Newborn Traumas

Supplying legal support for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Concentrated on assisting victims of car accidents get reasonable compensation for injuries and damages.

Bike Crashes

Committed to providing legal assistance for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Truck Collision

Offering professional legal support for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for injuries.

Building Site Accidents

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to providing expert legal assistance for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Harms

Proficient in tackling cases for people who have suffered harms from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Expert in legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unfair Loss

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and professional legal representation to ensure fairness.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in defending clients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal representation to secure justice.

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