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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to bicycle accidents in Mark, trust Carlson Bier – a leading Illinois personal injury law firm well-versed with local intricacies and regulations. We specialize in representing victims of bicycle accidents, ensuring they get their deserved representation towards claiming appropriate reparations. Our skilled lawyers at Carlson Bier thoroughly comprehend the complexities surrounding these cases, which involve intricate state guidelines often dependent on accident specifics and locale facts. With our unparalleled expertise within this sphere, coupled with an exhaustive knowledge base on local laws pertaining to bicycle accidents – we bring you unrivaled legal assistance geared explicitly for case success. Furthermore, at Carlson Bier every client gets personalized attention from our experts; your pains are heard comprehensively allowing us to devise strategic approaches that secure maximum possible compensation for your distressing experiences. Selecting Carlson Bier as your legal ally can make all the difference whilst battling bike crash lawsuits – because we dedicate ourselves wholly toward achieving justice synonymous with each victim’s individual needs and aspirations. Trust us – choose progress!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Mark Illinois

At Carlson Bier law firm, we understand that the aftermath of bicycle accidents can be a trying and tumultuous time. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our mission is to help individuals navigate through these challenging times with utmost integrity and professionalism.

Bicycle accidents, often resulting from negligent road users or hazardous traffic conditions, can lead to severe injuries that significantly impact victims’ lives. The consequences are sometimes catastrophic, necessitating extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation along with possible loss of income due to inability to work. In addition, emotional distress arising from the accident experience can have long-lasting effects.

As your legal representative, we strive to ensure you get justice and fair compensation for your pain and suffering:

• We start by analyzing your case meticulously, collecting evidence to establish fault.

• We negotiate aggressively yet professionally with insurance companies on your behalf.

• If necessary, we will not hesitate to take your matter before a judge in pursuit of validation for your claims.

Our team at Carlson Bier has profound knowledge regarding specific laws pertaining to cyclist’s rights in Illinois. For instance, it’s crucial for cyclists as well as motorists to know that under state law:

• Cyclists must obey all traffic lights and signs.

• Cyclists have the right-of-way when they stay on the right side of the roadway.

• It’s illegal for vehicles to overtake bicycles within the same lane while turning at an intersection or driveway.

In situations where bicycle accidents occur due one party violating any part of this regulation – such as a vehicle failing to grant bicyclists their rightful ticket or breaking traffic rules – our dependable legal expertise comes into play.

Moreover, proving liability in bicycle accident cases can sometimes be complex than it appears; contributory negligence—a concept which asserts if injured bicyclist contributes even slightly towards causing an accident they might lose their claim—may come into context. This is why having knowledgeable lawyers like those at Carlson Bier advocating you can prove transformative.

Finding the right personal injury attorney is paramount to ensuring that justice is served and rightful compensation achieved. Our success built on consistent positive outcomes for clients, many arising from bicycle accidents, reinforces our credibility in handling your case.

Being your dependable partner through this legal journey, we offer a no-obligation initial consultation to evaluate your unique situation, factoring into decisions like whether taking insurance company settlement or pursuing a court case would best serve you. Here at Carlson Bier, we are committed to the cause of placing our client’s interests first and delivering nothing short of excellence.

We understand as invaluable freight of knowledge as this might be, it can initially appear overwhelming. This is why we’ve designed an interactive tool to help give more personalized insights into potential claim value based on specifics about injuries sustained during bike accident—helping bolster understanding before stepping into litigation process if need be. Therefore, we encourage you; take this remarkable step towards knowing what your case could potentially be worth by clicking on the button below—you have absolutely nothing to lose and perhaps so much more clarity and confidence to gain! At Carlson Bier law firm, taking control starts with YOU—we’re ready when you are.

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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 Mark

Pedal Cycle Collisions

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

Burn Injuries

Offering professional legal advice for people of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Hospital Misconduct

Delivering experienced legal assistance for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Handling cases involving faulty products, offering skilled legal guidance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Abuse

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Tumble Injuries

Adept in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Traumas

Supplying legal guidance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Incidents

Crashes: Devoted to aiding individuals of car accidents receive appropriate remuneration for wounds and impairment.

Motorbike Mishaps

Committed to providing legal support for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Mishap

Providing experienced legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for injuries.

Worksite Collisions

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Neurological Harms

Focused on offering dedicated legal representation for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in managing cases for persons who have suffered damages from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Accidents

Specializing in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Passing

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and adept legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Harm

Committed to defending individuals with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal support to secure justice.

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