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About Carlson Bier Associates

Experiencing a bicycle accident can unravel your life, but Carlson Bier is here to help. As experts in personal injury law with years of experience specializing in bicycle accidents, our satisfied clients affirm that we know what it takes to fight for your rights and secure favorable outcomes. We advocate assertively for cyclists injured due to others’ negligence because we believe in empowering the biking community by making roads safer.

Although navigating legal complexities following an accident involves profound challenges, you’re not alone. To ease your overwhelming burden, entrust us with ensuring proper management of insurance claims and contentious negotiations as we strive relentlessly toward maximizing settlements or verdicts on your behalf.

Carlson Bier skillfully addresses intricate aspects related to bike crash incidents; from diving deep into accident scenes investigations through clashing fiercely against insurance firms customs.

Residing within Illinois,-we’ve generated significant impact throughout multiple territories–including Hudson—thanks to our committed approach towards cases state-wide rather than being confined territorially.

Choose Carlson Bier today—we serve as devoted advocates who take pride defending bicyclist’s rights across diverse locations while prioritizing each client’s unique needs throughout every step of this collective journey.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Hudson Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are not just attorneys studying the codebooks, but rather individuals who deeply understand your human rights. We have a dedicated team, well-versed in personal injury law with an emphasis on bicycle accidents throughout the state of Illinois.

Bicycle accidents can cause severe distress and injuries which could necessitate long-term care. The impact extends beyond physical trauma, affecting emotional health as well. That’s where the professional insight of our team at Carlson Bier comes into play. By analyzing your case from every possible perspective, we bring you comprehensive solutions that are attuned to your individual needs. We strive to ensure you or your loved ones receive ample compensation for medical treatments, lost wages due to inability to work full-time, and for pain and suffering endured because of someone else’s negligence.

Understanding Bicycle Accidents:

• Negligence is often at the heart of these accidents – it might be due to an intoxicated driver, operational failure of traffic lights, improperly parked cars or even poorly maintained streets.

• There is a wide spectrum of injuries suffered in bicycle accidents that range from minor scratches and bruises to spinal cord damage, permanent paralysis or even fatality.

• In cases where negligent parties dispute liability or insurance companies undervalue claims, legal intervention becomes critical.

Having handled myriad cases in this sphere over years within Illinois State jurisdiction gives us a firm grip on how local courts perceive these incidents. As such:

We help assess the viability of your case after initial free consultation

Our fee structure operates largely on contingency basis – pay only when you receive compensation

We facilitate thorough investigation leveraging our resources paired with negotiation tactics

Navigating through the aftermath of a devastating incident like a bicycle accident without experienced guidance can lead one down treacherous paths fraught with obstacles set up by insurance corporations primarily looking out for their interests – not yours! At Carlson Bier.

The Carlson Bier law firm fully complies with Illinois’ stringent geographical advertising regulations. Rest assured, we serve clients throughout Illinois State diligently in various personal injury domains while maintaining the highest ethical standards prescribed by our profession.

As you ponder whether to seek legal remedy for your bicycle accident predicament, we invite you to use the resources at our disposal, which include a comprehensive case evaluation tool. By clicking on the button below, you can start this simple yet enlightening process that gives greater clarity into how much your case could be worth. Empower yourself today with our professional expertise guiding you towards brighter future outcomes.

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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 Hudson

Cycling Mishaps

Focused on legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Offering adept legal services for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Hospital Incompetence

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

Commodities Liability

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering expert legal guidance to victims affected by faulty goods.

Aged Neglect

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Slip Accidents

Skilled in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Injuries

Providing legal guidance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Incidents

Mishaps: Dedicated to helping clients of car accidents gain just payout for harms and harm.

Motorcycle Crashes

Committed to providing representation for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

18-Wheeler Crash

Extending specialist legal support for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for harms.

Construction Collisions

Focused on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Head Traumas

Committed to extending professional legal services for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Damages

Specialized in managing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Fatality

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and experienced legal support to ensure compensation.

Backbone Harm

Focused on defending individuals with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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