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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to bicycle accident cases in McHenry, nobody commands more respect than Carlson Bier. Our attorneys carry a wealth of knowledge and experience handling such complex issues, giving our clients the best possible representation. At Carlson Bier, we prioritize your rights and interests as a bicyclist in Illinois because we understand the need for comprehensive support after an unfortunate event like a bike accident. We are familiar with local traffic regulations relevant to bicycles and have successfully illustrated this through verdicts won against defendants who violated these rules causing harm or fatalities. Beyond winning lawsuits, we seek justice by holding negligent parties accountable for their actions. As staunch advocates fighting on behalf of our clients day-in-day-out, you will find that collaborating with us eases much legal stress from your shoulders while providing peace of mind; knowing seasoned professionals tirelessly endeavor for success on your case every step of the way is indeed relieving! Trust Carlson Bier – serving those impacted in bicycle accidents effectively across Illinois.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in McHenry Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the trauma and uncertainty that follows a bicycle accident. Our trusted team of personal injury attorneys is dedicated to rigorously advocating for the legal rights of bicyclists who have suffered injuries due to negligence or improper action by others on Illinois highways.

Bicycling has become an increasingly popular mode of transportation in recent years, but this increase has also led to more accidents, many leading to severe wounds and considerable medical bills. In fact, statistics indicate that over 1.4 million cycling-related injuries are reported each year across the United States.

Understanding Bicycle Accidents:

Many factors influence these unfortunate incidents:

• Driver negligence: Distracted driving remains one of the leading causes of bike accidents.

• Poor infrastructure: Insufficient bikeways and road infrastructural issues such as potholes can lead to devastating crashes.

• Lack of visibility: At night, it becomes challenging for motorists to see cyclists, often resulting in collisions.

If you or a loved one fall victim to such an incident, knowing your legal rights is crucial. An experienced personal injury attorney from our firm will explain how hurried settlement offers from insurance companies may not adequately cover long-term health effects or related costs from a bicycle accident.

Moreover, filing claims against municipalities or state entities for safety failures necessitates knowledge about strict time limits called “statutory notice periods.” Not following these precisely could jeopardize your chance at compensation.

Involving Legal Action:

Knowing what course legal action takes plays a significant role in understanding how Carlson Bier can assist you:

• Investigation: Our client-centred approach ensures thorough investigation into all aspects surrounding your accident.

• Advice & Counsel: We offer clear communication through every step ensuring all clients are well-informed.

• Negotiation with Insurance Companies: With our seasoned negotiation skills we aim at rightful reimbursements without falling prey to insurer tactics.

• Litigation – If a fair settlement cannot be reached outside court parameters; we aren’t afraid to litigate and take matters to trial.

It is essential to remember that under Illinois law, you have two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This period is known as the “statute of limitations.” Failure to act within this timeframe may lead to forfeiture of any possible compensation for your injuries.

At Carlson Bier, we believe in empowering our clients with knowledge and understanding, because when it comes to bicycle accidents, securing expert legal counsel immediately can make all the difference.

There’s no need for your path towards recovery and justice after a bicycle accident to be walked alone. Faucet into decades-long experience and tireless dedication of Carlson Bier’s personal injury attorneys. Use the compelling competence that has earned us widespread respect and reputation in pursuit of fairness for you or anyone close who fell victim off his bike due careless others’ mistake.

To wrap it up, everyone at Carlson Bier is committed toward rendering remarkable client service; prioritising communication and connection alongside persistent legal representation. We are an Illinois-based law office determined delivering unparalleled quality while standing firm on each client’s side throughout their recovery journey. Ergo, if you experienced distress from a bicycle accident?

Wait no longer before seeking fair compensation which equals valuing your peace of mind – something our law firm excels at translating into effective litigation success rate thanks loyal clientele trustful endorsements. Therefore, go ahead – click on the button below to find just how much your case could potentially be worth; let Carlson Bier attorneys gladly facilitate paving smooth way forward while prudently manoeuvring overarching complex legal potholes along reassuring route resulting yielded full-fledged rightful restitution!

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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 McHenry

Bicycle Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Offering skilled legal support for people of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Providing experienced legal services for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, delivering specialist legal support to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Misconduct

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

Slip & Tumble Injuries

Adept in managing trip accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking redress for their suffering.

Neonatal Traumas

Offering legal aid for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to helping victims of car accidents gain appropriate compensation for damages and losses.

Motorcycle Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

18-Wheeler Collision

Providing expert legal services for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for losses.

Construction Incidents

Dedicated to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cognitive Harms

Expert in delivering compassionate legal assistance for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Wounds

Specialized in handling cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Fatality

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and professional legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Committed to representing individuals with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal services to secure compensation.

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