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For bicycle accident cases in Lakewood, the choice is clear: Carlson Bier. Unparalleled experience coupled with a relentless dedication to justice makes us the ideal companion for any victim navigating through this taxing time. Over the years our team has developed a specialized knowledge base of legal complexities pertaining to Bicycle Accidents that may arise in Illinois law. As advocates committed to enforcing cyclist’s rights, we will provide you with diligent representation and personalized attention ensuring your interests remain at the forefront throughout proceedings. Here at Carlson Bier, our primary objective is securing fair compensation and rectifying lost safety for those affected by cycling accidents. The bike lane should be a zone of freedom not fear — if you ever find yourself embroiled in such an unfortunate incident within Lakewood or beyond, know that facing it alone isn’t your only option – Carlson Bier’s dedicated group of attorneys are here ready to fight unwaveringly alongside you until justice is served.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Lakewood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we take pride in our expertise and experience as a leading personal injury law firm based in Illinois. We specialize not just in an array of personal injury cases, but also specifically cater to those who have been unfortunate victims of bicycle accidents. With increasing bike ridership, these accidents are becoming a widespread concern across the state. Accidents involving bicycles can result in serious injuries or even death due to their limited protection compared to motor vehicles.

Bicycle accidents often occur due to several reasons as complex as negligence on part of other motorists or as simple yet dangerous like poorly maintained roads. A good portion of these accidents may be attributed to distraction by drivers, driving without due care or consideration for others, especially cyclists, ignoring traffic signals and signs, and high speed among others.

Should you find yourself having suffered injuries from a bicycle accident because of someone else’s neglectful behavior or improper maintenance of public space such as potholes and hazards on bike paths; it’s crucial that you know your rights so you can receive fair compensation:

• Compensation for medical costs incurred for treating injuries

• Lost wages owing to hospitalization or recovery downtime

• Any potential future earnings that could be affected due to the severity of your injuries.

• Rehabilitation costs for facilitating your return back to normal function

Understanding the intricacies involved is essential when dealing with cases related to bicycle accidents – between battling insurance companies that attempt to minimize payouts and navigating convoluted legal systems; litigation outcomes heavily rely upon knowledgeability in this particular domain. This is where Carlson Bier steps into play. Our seasoned attorneys possess copious amounts experience representing bicycle accident victims coupled with an updated understanding about state-specific laws.

We at Carlson Bier fuse our outstanding legal acumen with personalized attention delivering a formidable punch against any unjust circumstances facing our clients ensuring they obtain rightful recompense aiding them get back up on their feet-literally and figuratively-again. Equipped with skills honed over the years, we pledge to stand by you, lending our undisputed expertise in bicycle accident compensation law.

Our approach is meticulous and thorough- starting from piecing together minute details about the incident so as to establish negligence on part of the offender, followed by a comprehensive medical review of all injuries sustained. We further engage in aggressive negotiation with insurance companies ensuring they do not undercut rightful compensation hence securing maximum recovery for our clients.

Having said that, an important aspect of navigating these legalities lies also in understanding potential challenges that may emerge. It’s pivotal to have undeniable evidence and credible witnesses supporting your claim as defendants may contend otherwise — such as arguing inappropriate bicyclist behavior being responsible for the accident.

Put simply, having experienced personal injury attorneys proficient with bicycle accident laws can make a world of difference when you’re looking for justice post such unfortunate incidents. Therefore, choose Carlson Bier if seeking robust representative power taking the fight head-on against large insurance corporations or negligent personalities working towards leveling the field for you.

The aftermath of a severe injury can be overwhelming; nevertheless remember that within Illinois legal framework (as should be universally), exercise caution while accepting early settlement offers without discussing it with an attorney first—especially whilst recuperating from an incident as traumatic as a severe cycling accident.

So don’t wait or hesitate; unfold every possibility awaiting your rightful obligations by reaching out now! Are you curious about how much your case could potentially be worth? Why mull over it any longer? Making this determination requires specialized knowledge which we possess and would love to utilize towards forwarding your cause.

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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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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 Lakewood

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Scald Wounds

Supplying skilled legal advice for victims of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Hospital Malpractice

Extending specialist legal advice for clients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, supplying professional legal support to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Abuse

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble and Stumble Injuries

Expert in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking compensation for their harm.

Newborn Traumas

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Incidents: Focused on assisting individuals of car accidents secure fair compensation for injuries and harm.

Motorbike Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Delivering adept legal services for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for injuries.

Worksite Accidents

Concentrated on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Brain Traumas

Specializing in extending dedicated legal support for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Traumas

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Committed to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Fatality

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

Backbone Harm

Specializing in defending persons with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal representation to secure compensation.

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