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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the wake of a bicycle accident, justice may become challenging to navigate. Enter Carlson Bier, your specialized Bicycle Accident attorneys based in Illinois and dedicated advocates for victims across all cities including Justice. With their comprehensive expertise in personal injury law, you can trust that they’ll expertly navigate the intricacies of your case – protecting your rights while seeking maximum compensation. Notably seasoned with decades of unparalleled experience, Carlson Bier has built its reputation on fostering legal excellence and nurturing client trust. They are committed to understanding your unique circumstances thoroughly before devising bespoke strategies tailored to ensuring successful outcomes. Priding itself on meticulous attention-to-detail backed by relentless advocacy in courtrooms or negotiations – whether it involves insurance claims or wrongful death suits – this premier law firm ensures that navigating post-bicycle accident repercussions is significantly less daunting for you than ever before.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Justice Illinois

At Carlson Bier, as seasoned personal injury attorneys, we acknowledge the rising interest and deep concern around Bicycle Accidents. In Illinois, cycling is not just a leisure activity or sustenance to one’s eco-friendly lifestyle but an essential means of commuting for its residents. However, all too often cyclists are unprotected on all sides due to negligent driving by automobile drivers. Our legal counsel is tirelessly dedicated to representing the rights of those injured in bicycle accidents.

Addressing this pressing issue begins at laying bare some critical aspects of it. For instance:

• Cyclists, when involved in an accident with a motor vehicle, generally bear more severe injuries than occupants of the car due to minimal protection.

• Traffic rules apply uniformly to bicycles as they do for other vehicles – adhering hard fastly to these safety laws can act as precautionary measures.

• To establish liability on part of the driver and potentially claim damages requires evidence that negligence was directly related to incident occurred and led to your suffered injury.

Quick action following a bicycle accident does more good than harm. Victims should ideally preserve their torn clothing or damaged bike as tangible evidence highlighting the extent of incurred damage. Simultaneously documenting medical records detailing physical injuries associated with case augments chances at maximal compensation.

Bike accidents may almost appear simplistic by nature yet shockingly complex when delving into intricacies—from negligence claims against responsible party right through indemnity recovery from insurance corporations tangled within layers upon layers of daunting policy jargon and procedures. This highlights need for proficient understanding and professional aid in navigating complications exclusive to such situations—your defense attorney.

In Carlson Bier’s legal repertoire exists dedication garnered over years; serving Illinois citizens involved in catastrophic bike incidents involving serious enduring injuries or tragic loss—it’s where our expertise shines best! When contacted immediately post-accident we promptly begin assembling meticulous documentation solidifying your rightful claim while you’re allowed time recovering peacefully physically & emotionally from ordeal under experienced watchful lawyers winning you deserved remuneration for injuries arising out of someone else’s negligence.

Our promise is comprehensive dedication to your case, followed by diligent research into every piece of evidence that supports it — understanding intricacies and how best to represent them under the relentless glare of court-room scrutiny. We don’t merely present your case in a compelling narrative structure—not at all—rather we strive maximizing potential claim value factoring within pain endured, disruption in lifestyle right through medical costs incurred & future treatments advised if any apart from loss off wages during recovery period.

At Carlson Bier, we recognize ground zero as not just another case number within vast legal landscape but an individual victim braving physical-emotional torment & societal stigma associated with bike accidents. Contingency-fee based representation pledged ensures only post successful settlement or award a certain pre-agreed upon percentage acts as our due counsel fee. This implies no upfront fees; enhancing accessibility ensuring justice isn’t mere privilege of few while also assuring us entirely dedicated towards earning deserved compensation because unless won—we bear financial risks involved encompassed within investigation costs incurred, expert witnesses consulted along with miscellaneous expenditures undertaken progressing suit filed adequately backed via solid corroborative evidence.

Are you an unfortunate victim of a bicycle accident? Seek justice and let us aid you redeem what rightfully belongs to you! The experience may have been traumatic and life-altering but remember, you are not alone. Allow us the privilege to help reclaim commendable balance amidst current turmoil fraught existence. Although feeling lost and overwhelmed is natural post such distressing circumstances-be confident there’s worthy recourse obtainable under Illinois law firmly on their side encouraging victims seek actionable injury claims against negligent perpetrators causing susceptible cyclists immense harm—even egregiously damaging sense security in entirety!

To take initial step towards recovery journey click button below for immediate guidance around remunerations likely entitled potentially altering lives significantly allowing renewed focus nurturing self back integrating securely together within societal fabric—a victorious survivor than victim living life fully on your terms! Click now discern what your case may be worth. Carlson Bier—we are happy assisting legitimate pursuit compensation ensuring you justice served promptly, professionally and proficiently!

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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 Justice

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Offering adept legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Medical Negligence

Ensuring expert legal services for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Accountability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, delivering specialist legal services to customers affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Fall Accidents

Specialist in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Damages

Providing legal help for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Mishaps: Committed to guiding clients of car accidents receive equitable payout for damages and losses.

Scooter Incidents

Expert in providing legal assistance for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring expert legal assistance for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for harms.

Construction Site Crashes

Focused on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Brain Damages

Dedicated to providing compassionate legal support for patients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Harms

Specialized in managing cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Specializing in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unfair Loss

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal services to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Harm

Dedicated to defending individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal support to secure justice.

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