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When facing the adversities associated with a bicycle accident, seeking qualified legal representation is essential. Carlson Bier’s team of accomplished Bicycle Accidents attorneys is dedicated to securing your rights, ensuring you obtain settlements that are both fair and just. Excelling in their field due to extensive experience combined with an empathic understanding of the difficulties endured post-accident, these tireless defenders fight for each client as though they were family. Upholding Illinois law regulations diligently ensures protection from all aspects – be it physical or emotional trauma arising out of negligent cases.

Relentlessly serving individuals across several vicinities including Lake Forest, Carlson Bier’s commitment extends beyond bounds oftentimes set by geography. They do not merely promise outcomes but derive them through rigorous analysis and strategic application wrapped within unwavered personal attention.

While setbacks such as accidental mishaps can be disheartening , knowing there exists a reliable supporter like Carlson Bier provides immense comfort during challenging times enabling effective recovery while simultaneously addressing justice needs efficiently – making them the preferred choice when seeking comprehensive aid in Bicycle Accidents litigation scenarios.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Lake Forest Illinois

At Carlson Bier, a leading law firm in Illinois, we channel our passion and dedication into advocating for victims of personal injury. One particular area we specialize in is bicycle accidents – an unfortunate occurrence that causes numerous injuries each year in the state. Our wealth of experience and commitment to justice qualify us as your steadfast ally should you ever find yourself facing such a situation.

When it comes to bicycle accidents, several factors come into play. These include but are not limited to:

• The reckless or negligent behavior of drivers: Often, these incidents arise when motorists overlook bicyclists on the road due to distraction or carelessness.

• Failure to follow traffic rules: Not adhering to stop signs or signals can lead to dire consequences.

• Product defects: Sometimes, it’s the equipment at fault including defective helmets or faulty brakes which may precipitate an accident.

• Bad weather conditions: Inclement weather like heavy rain, snowfall or fog can contribute significantly toward increasing the frequency of accidents.

Bicyclist safety should never be taken lightly. It is essential that both cyclists and motor vehicle drivers understand the ramifications and act responsibly on shared roads because everyone deserves safe passage regardless of their mode of transportation. However, if you do find yourself affected by an accident while cycling, it’s crucial that you know your rights – this is where our expertise shines through.

As experienced attorneys with myriad cases under our belts, we can navigate the complex legal structure surrounding bicycle accidents with finesse. Pursuing a case involves multiple steps such as determining liability accurately, evaluating damages incurred post-accident and lining up medical expert testimonies. Whether it’s aggressive negotiation with insurance companies who try to downplay compensation amounts or fighting passionately in court for justice, Carlson Bier is committed tirelessly towards securing maximum compensation for your losses.

One important aspect after any bike injury is prompt medical attention; internal injuries aren’t always immediately visible outwardly but could potentially cause significant health issues. In addition, this contributes to strengthening your legal claim since it provides proof of injuries suffered due to the accident.

Do not forget – if you incur a bicycle-related injury, it is vital that you engage professional legal counsel as soon as possible. Evidence needs preservation, witnesses need interviewing and there are critical deadlines for filing lawsuits post an accident – all these tasks our experts can manage effectively. At Carlson Bier Law Offices, we offer comprehensive support with sensitivity and rigour mixed harmoniously together.

Addressing another significant aspect regarding personal injury claims, Illinois is a comparative negligence state. This means even if you are partially at fault for your bicycle accident, you may still be eligible for some form of compensation. The nature of such laws further emphasizes the importance of retaining capable legal representation; accurate evaluation and representation could indeed make a substantial difference in the outcome of your case.

Our law office cossets clients with lucid communication about their cases’ plausible courses every step of the way and honest assessments regarding potential outcomes – thereby fostering relationships based on trust. Acting decisively irrespective of whether settling or going to trial offers the best chance at justice is our promise to our clients.

Expertise aside, compassion forms an integral part of our approach too; Our attorneys understand viscerally how physically debilitating and emotionally distressing these accidents can be. We thus take seriously our role in supporting victims through every stage from initial recovery to final resolution.

In conclusion, establishing liability following bike accidents demands an intricate understanding of both cycling-related laws and traffic regulations in general – areas where we possess considerable knowledge gleaned over years representing clients adeptly. Reach out today by clicking on the button below to discover how much your case could potentially be worth knowing full well that Carlson Bier harbors cavalry committed tirelessly towards advocating powerfully for injured cyclists’ rights across Illinois.

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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 Lake Forest

Bike Accidents

Proficient in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Burn Traumas

Extending specialist legal services for people of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Hospital Negligence

Delivering dedicated legal services for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, supplying expert legal help to clients affected by faulty goods.

Senior Malpractice

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Trip Injuries

Specialist in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking redress for their losses.

Neonatal Traumas

Delivering legal support for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Accidents: Devoted to aiding patients of car accidents gain reasonable compensation for injuries and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on providing legal services for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Truck Collision

Delivering expert legal representation for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just claims for damages.

Construction Site Mishaps

Committed to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Brain Injuries

Specializing in ensuring expert legal advice for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Traumas

Proficient in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Crashes

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

Unjust Passing

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and skilled legal support to ensure redress.

Vertebral Trauma

Specializing in advocating for persons with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal services to secure redress.

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