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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve experienced a bicycle accident, it’s crucial to consult with an attorney who deeply understands the specifics of such cases. Look no further than Carlson Bier – your steadfast advocate for Bicycle Accidents in Illinois. Our accomplished team has been serving Illinois residents for years and possess a detailed understanding of state laws regarding bicycle accidents. Not limited by geographical boundaries, we cater to Manteno community members involved in bike accidents too while strictly adhering to state advertising laws.

At Carlson Bier, we have earned our reputation through relentless commitment and unmatched dedication towards representing the rights of bicyclists injured due to negligence or inattention on roadways. Combining expertise gained from numerous successful representations with tactical negotiation skills makes us your most formidable ally when seeking fair compensation.

We pride ourselves on offering personalized legal strategies that are tailor-made according to individual case details ensuring maximum possible recovery.AFter all,Bicycle Accidents require special focus, and at Carlson Bier- that’s what they get.Getting you back onto life’s path is our ultimate mission; believe in Carlson Bier because resilience rides here!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Manteno Illinois

At the Carlson Bier law firm, we stand as your defenders and advocates when bicycle accidents turn your world upside down. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we understand the gravity of these occurrences from both a physical and legal perspective.

There’s an alarming increase in bicycle-related incidents across the state. Whether it’s due to driver inattention or failure to adhere to road rules by motorists, ill-maintained infrastructure, inadequate bike lanes – the reasons vary but the pain and devastation caused are constant. Such instances can lead to serious injuries including bone fractures, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage or worse scenarios that may result in permanent disabilities or even fatalities.

We offer expert personal injury legal representation for victims afflicted with such mishaps. Our proficiency doesn’t just stop at compensating for medical bills- there are many unseen damages overlooked by individuals not familiar with personal injury laws in Illinois:

• Lost wages: If you’re forced out of work due to recuperation or disability resulting from an accident; we will fight for your compensation.

• Pain and Suffering: Physical discomfort isn’t always obvious yet is consequential. We make sure you get compensated for enduring pain.

• Emotional distress: Mental anguish following an accident is undeniable but often neglected legally because its impact isn’t physically visible; rest assured we take this into account.

• Loss of enjoyment: Your favorite hobby might no longer be feasible post-accident causing a loss of enjoyment effect which can also be ground for making a claim.

Through meticulous case preparation complemented by aggressive representation in court, our team stands beside you every step of the way ensuring you obtain rightful justice while focusing on healing without legal worry clouding over your head.

What sets us apart? Unlike other law firms who handoff cases among paralegals, each client at Carlson Bier gets dedicated attention from our top-notch attorneys useful particularly in overcoming insurance settlement obstacles effectively driving up compensations deservedly towards you.

It’s essential to remind bicyclists of their inherent right under Illinois Motor Vehicle Code. This provision permits bicyclists the same road privileges as motor vehicles drivers, alongside conveying equal responsibility towards abiding by safety and traffic laws. With our knowledge regarding these intricacies, we upholder your legal rights stringently repelling attempts to victimize you into accepting minimal compensation amongst others.

Bicycle accident cases require immediate attention since crucial evidence can quickly vanish. Therefore, securing an attorney straight away will help preserve sensitive evidence whether it be skid marks on roadways or eyewitness recollections etc., swiftly building a strong case aligning with facts.

We sympathize that no amount of money truly compensates for injuries suffered; however, it’s also undoubtable that financial relief eases difficulties in attaining required medical care and sustaining life post-accident during recovery or beyond if permanent damage has been sustained.

Navigating through bicycle accident law claims doesn’t need to seem labyrinthine with us at your side: Carlson Bier thrives on tearing down legal complexities transforming them into simplified understanding empowering YOU – Our client.

Now imagine this scenario handled for you seamlessly translating confusion into reassurance while setting on course towards justice – just one click away. Let’s work together holding those responsible accountable aiding you in reclaiming control over your life. Click below now and get YOUR claim assessed at absolutely no cost! See how much your case is worth today without obligation.

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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 Manteno

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Supplying professional legal services for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Hospital Carelessness

Providing dedicated legal services for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Obligation

Managing cases involving faulty products, offering expert legal support to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Misconduct

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Tumble Accidents

Skilled in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking justice for their injuries.

Neonatal Injuries

Supplying legal help for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Incidents: Devoted to aiding clients of car accidents secure reasonable payout for damages and damages.

Motorbike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal assistance for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Truck Collision

Extending adept legal support for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for losses.

Worksite Accidents

Concentrated on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Brain Traumas

Focused on offering dedicated legal assistance for persons suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Expertise in managing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Loss

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Harm

Expert in advocating for victims with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure justice.

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