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When you’ve been in a bicycle accident, it’s critical to have powerful legal representation on your side. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in as an exceptional advocate for Long Lake cyclists. Our attorneys are seasoned practitioners with a deep understanding of Illinois’ laws regarding cycling accidents and injuries. We relentlessly fight for our clients’ rights, navigating the complexities of personal injury law with ease and expertise. Beyond just handling claims, we’re committed to keeping Long Lake’s cycling community protected by immersing ourselves in local bicycle safety initiatives and educational forums. With dusk-to-dawn dedication, advanced litigation skills, and compassion at heart– all attributes that define Carlson Bier’s success– we pursue maximum compensation for the accident victims we represent while also striving towards safer roads through advocacy work. Choosing us means you’re not only picking top-tier lawyers but also supporting the efforts towards minimising future bicycle accidents.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Long Lake Illinois

Bicycle accidents can result with serious, sometimes tragic consequences. As seasoned personal injury lawyers based in Illinois, at Carlson Bier we understand just how life-changing these types of accidents can be. Our legal team is dedicated to serving and protecting the rights of bicyclists who have fallen victim to negligence on the road.

Specific laws govern cycling behavior in Illinois which not every rider or motorist may be aware of. For instance, riders are regarded as “vehicles” on the roadway equally, meaning they are required to comply with traffic signals and signs similarly as a car driver would. However, these special considerations for cyclists don’t exempt motorists from their obligation to practice safe driving either.

Various factors contribute to bicycle accidents:

• Distracted driving: Any distraction that takes away a driver’s attention from the road poses significant risks to others around them.

• Driving Under Influence (DUI): Impaired judgement due to drugs or alcohol often leads to severe accidents involving innocent parties.

• Aggressive driving: Tailgating, accelerating quickly even in congested traffic conditions, or switching lanes without signaling captures instances where recklessness could turn fatal.

• Ignoring safety regulations: Disregard towards stop signs or failure at yielding right-of-way especially during turns frequently culminate into disastrous incidents.

Such unexpected events can drastically impact your psychological well-being along with obvious physical injuries. Painful fractures, potential brain trauma and strain-related disorders remain common consequences among many others following an accident.

Crucial steps must be followed if you encounter a bicycle accident:

• Seek immediate medical attention regardless of whether you think you’re critically hurt.

• Alert law enforcement authorities immediately so there’s officially documented evidence available for your case later on.

• Avoid discussing any details relating to fault when conversing with other parties involved related directly or indirectly – remember anything said might be employed against you in court.

• Document relevant facts about the scenario where possible – as this will serve as useful content when the time comes to reconstruct your case.

• Consult with a specialist personal injury attorney soon after the incident – understanding all legal specifications at an early stage can protect you in numerous ways.

At Carlson Bier, we operate on a ‘no win no fee’ basis which simply means if we fail to win your case, you owe us nothing. Our team of experienced attorneys is equipped with thorough knowledge in Illinois law related to bicycle accidents and ensures that victims receive their deserving compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering along with any loss of wages caused by the accident.

We offer free consultations where we attentively listen to every minute detail surrounding your situation – our aim is always towards exploring options that would provide maximum value to our clients. Regardless of how complex, rest assured our lawyers’ collective experience will find justifiable resolutions even within intricate cases they might be dealing with.

Let us emphasize it’s essential for prospective clients like yourself to understand no two bicycle accident scenarios are alike – therefore neither could prospective claims be identical. Determining liability varies on a number of factors including but not limited too: eye-witness accounts, official police reports along with physical evidence from the site where incident occurred, so investing quality time upfront becomes paramount once again while discussing specifics to your particular circumstance.

When suffering from an accident related trauma and its subsequent repercussions seem overwhelming, let Carlson Bier lend assurance that you aren’t alone during such trying times. Web’Bove invested decades in guiding victims through the litigation process guaranteeing every step feels less daunting than anticipated initially.

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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 Long Lake

Bike Crashes

Proficient in legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Flame Wounds

Offering professional legal help for patients of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Healthcare Misconduct

Providing expert legal advice for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Liability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, delivering adept legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Elder Mistreatment

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Slip Mishaps

Expert in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Injuries

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Collisions: Focused on assisting sufferers of car accidents get appropriate recompense for wounds and harm.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on providing representation for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Offering experienced legal support for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for damages.

Construction Site Collisions

Committed to advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cerebral Damages

Committed to extending compassionate legal advice for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in addressing cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Death

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and professional legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Injury

Expert in representing individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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