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About Carlson Bier Associates

Navigating the aftermath of a bicycle accident can be challenging, and that’s where an established legal team like Carlson Bier steps in. As personal injury attorneys who specialize in bicycle accidents, they deliver sterling competence grounded in years of experience handling cases just like yours. With bicycling-related incidents on the rise in our communities and roadways across Limestone; informed, proficient representation becomes critical to guard one’s rights effectively. Wholeheartedly committed to serving every client’s unique needs, Carlson Bier offers a comprehensive suite of services addressing varied aspects around bike accidents- from securing suitable compensation for injuries suffered to negotiating proper settlements with insurance providers. Understanding Illinois laws to their core is this firm’s forte – ensuring ultimate advantageous protection for you at all times during your case proceedings. Make no mistake about it—you deserve the very best when it comes to legal representation post-bicycle accident—and Carlson Bier unequivocally embodies this level of exceptional expertise and commitment.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Limestone Illinois

Renowned for our tenacity and commitment to justice, Carlson Bier is an Illinois-based personal injury law firm that passionately represents victims of bicycle accidents. Our team comprises seasoned attorneys who specialize in personal injury litigation, possessing a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in various types of bike mishaps. We work diligently to pursue rightful compensation for our clients’ physical injuries, mental anguish and financial loss.

Bicycle accidents can occur due to numerous reasons involving both cyclists and motorists alike. Some common causes include:

– Failure by motorists to yield right-of-way at intersections

– Sudden car door openings without checking for oncoming bicycles

– Negligent or reckless operation of either party’s vehicle

Our adept lawyers possess extensive experience handling such claims, successfully navigating the myriad intricacies involved in establishing liability after a bike accident.

Regrettably, the impact of bicycle accidents goes beyond merely causing physical harm. Victims often encounter serious disruptions to their daily lives – loss of earnings during recovery periods, medical expenses incurred because of accidental injuries along with potential property damage associated with these incidents. At Carlson Bier, we understand these challenges and strive relentlessly on behalf of our esteemed clientele to ensure an equitable outcome.

At Carlson Bier law firm, we recognize that seeking legal recourse after enduring such traumatic experiences can be daunting. Hence we aspire to make this process as seamless as possible for our clients by adopting meticulous investigation procedures and evidence compilation practices. These activities aid immensely in building sound legal arguments designed specifically around each client’s unique circumstance.

We are proud not just for offering outstanding legal representation but also providing comprehensive education about all aspects related to personal injury laws relevant to bicycle accident cases. This empowers individuals like you with enhanced awareness about your rights under Illinois state law while equipping you better handle potential future scenarios effectively.

The lawyers at Carlson Bier remain updated with legislative changes pertaining to rider safety guidelines — thoroughly interpreting those into actionable insights that ascertain maximum protection afforded to you by the state’s laws. Moreover, our clients receive strategic, legal advice aimed at safeguarding their rights during interactions with insurance companies and other concerned parties.

Though we ardently promote rider safety first and foremost, sometimes accidents happen regardless of precautionary measures undertaken. In such events, victims may take comfort in knowing that a dedicated team of experienced personal injury attorneys is willing to fight for their rights, seeking rightful compensation on their behalf from negligent parties.

No matter how big or small your case might seem — please remember that each claim holds considerable significance within its own right given the potential implications on your life adjoining it. Never underestimate the power inherent within your decision to seek professional legal help after being involved in a bike accident incident. Our lawyers remain steadfastly committed towards bringing you peace of mind amidst trying period which resonates profoundly with our sprawling clientele base across Illinois.

Before we end here, consider this: have you ever wondered about the monetary value attached to your case? This question forms an integral part of any legal lawsuit process as it directly relates to what could potentially be recovered in damages. We invite you — esteemed visitor, curious about calculating these financial implications linked with your particular bicycle accident case – click on the button below intended solely for this purpose. Unveil possible scenarios around potential compensation figures payable should you decide to pursue litigation over an unfortunate biking incident occurring within Illinois jurisdictions.

Partner with Carlson Bier today and allow us to serve as your guide through this often overwhelming process. Let’s explore together how much justice equals in dollars for your specific circumstances!

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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 Limestone

Bicycle Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Burn Damages

Extending specialist legal support for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Physician Carelessness

Offering expert legal assistance for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, offering expert legal assistance to consumers affected by defective items.

Senior Neglect

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Tumble Incidents

Professional in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking restitution for their losses.

Newborn Damages

Supplying legal aid for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Incidents

Incidents: Focused on helping victims of car accidents get reasonable settlement for harms and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Specializing in providing representation for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Truck Accident

Delivering professional legal representation for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for losses.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Head Impairments

Expert in delivering specialized legal representation for victims suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Focused on legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Fatality

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Neural Trauma

Committed to advocating for clients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal representation to secure recovery.

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