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About Carlson Bier Associates

For those who have experienced the distressing reality of bicycle accidents, Carlson Bier is your ideal legal recourse. Strategically positioned within reach of Minonk residents, we specialize in personal injury associated with cycling mishaps. Our reputation for aggressive representation and unwavering commitment to justice has merited the highest esteem from our Texan clientele seeking fair compensation for their unfortunate predicaments. Every member of our expert team relentlessly pursues favorable legal outcomes by getting involved deeply in each case, grasping its intricacies, and devising a high-impact litigation strategy that addresses it meticulously. At Carlson Bier, we offer comprehensive counsel concerning Illinois’ species laws related to bicycle accidents because understanding these regulations is inherent to secure a fair settlement or verdict effectively. By choosing Carlson Bier as your guiding hand after a bike accident in or around Minonk vicinity, you entrust yourself into caring hands that value your wellbeing over all else—delivering diligence seasoned with compassion—and bringing forth potential change out of challenging circumstances.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Minonk Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, personal injury attorneys with a laser focus on securing justice for victims of bicycle accidents. Our offices are based in Illinois, and we’re committed to providing practical guidance and robust representation for everyone affected by bicycle-related injuries.

Bicycle accidents can happen unexpectedly and they can significantly disrupt your life. At Carlson Bier, we understand the physical pain and emotional distress experienced by victims of such events. We specialize in handling claims resulting from these incidents so that you may rightfully recover compensation for your suffering.

The circumstance in which you find yourself now is complex; let’s distill it into some simple facts about Bicycle Accidents:

• Incidents involving motor vehicles often result in severe harm to cyclists due primarily to the lack of physical protection.

• Cycling at night increases your risks due to low visibility factors affecting both cyclists and drivers alike.

• Cyclists have as much right as any vehicle driver on the road. In many accident cases, motorists fail to respect this equal right leading to hazardous consequences.

Ensuring accountability for negligence or reckless behavior is crucial when pursuing a settlement after an accident. This could be someone failing to signal before turning thus colliding with a cyclist, failure of road maintenance authorities to maintain safe cycling paths, or manufacturers producing faulty bike parts contributing directly towards the accident.

Navigating through bicycle accident laws requires familiarity with Illinois state regulations and statutes as well as understanding how insurance companies operate. The law covers various aspects of an accident including fault, damage calculation methods, negotiation tactics among others.

What sets us apart? Karlson Bier believes all clients deserve exceptional legal services backed up by sympathetic human support during this challenging period. Rest assured that our firm will work tirelessly on your case offering detailed investigation services, extensive resources allocation alongside commitment driven outcomes aimed at maximizing your recovery potential.

Now onto one important question: Should I hire a lawyer? The answer is straightforward- Yes! After a bike collision incidence there several advantages you can expect including:

• Ensuring your rights are protected while dealing with insurance adjusters.

• Competent negotiation strategies preventing lowball settlement offers from insurance brokers

• Expertise during filing court paperwork, further eliminating your stress burdens.

• Receiving rightful compensation for damage to property or physical, emotional and financial pain endured.

Sounds like a lot? It indeed is but remember Carlson Bier will shoulder all this heavy-lifting as you focus on recovery. We handle everything so you don’t have to!

Understanding this journey might be daunting and filled with uncertainty; integrity, empathy, responsibility and trustworthiness form the bedrock of our promise to clients. That’s why we encourage anyone who has experienced a bicycle accident to stand up for their rights – reach out to us at Carlson Bier where legal allegation becomes simplified for your understanding.

We serve cyclists across Illinois with qualified expertise in local laws hence providing focused guidance adaptable within different municipal court systems towards securing a fair settlement amount. Every client’s case is meticulously examined & judiciously followed through demonstrating our persistent commitment towards achieving justice for every single victim under wrongful circumstances contributing towards bicycle accidents.

Still not sure how much your case could be worth? Click the button below now! Obtain an exclusive opportunity designed just for you offering expansive review concerning your unique circumstances by top-notch personal injury attorneys passionate about safeguarding cyclists’ rights throughout Illinois. Do not let another moment pass without knowing your full potential regarding rightful claim entitlements. Time equals justice in personal injury cases- Act fast; achieve peace of mind sooner than later as we relentlessly fight for what’s rightfully yours!

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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 Minonk

Bike Crashes

Focused on legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Giving skilled legal assistance for people of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Medical Negligence

Providing dedicated legal assistance for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Taking on cases involving defective products, offering expert legal guidance to customers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip & Slip Accidents

Expert in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking justice for their damages.

Childbirth Harms

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

Auto Accidents

Mishaps: Devoted to aiding sufferers of car accidents obtain appropriate remuneration for damages and damages.

Motorbike Accidents

Expert in providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing specialist legal advice for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for injuries.

Construction Incidents

Focused on representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Dedicated to ensuring compassionate legal advice for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unjust Loss

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and skilled legal services to ensure restitution.

Neural Trauma

Focused on advocating for victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal services to secure settlement.

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