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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident in Montgomery and need legal representation, look no further than Carlson Bier. As your personal injury lawyer, we offer specialized expertise in handling complex bicycle accidents cases. With our skilled attorneys at the forefront of your fight for justice, you can feel confident navigating the difficult aftermath of an accident. We understand how devastating these incidents are and are here to ensure your rights are protected even when things don’t seem optimistic.

Carlson Bier is popularly recognized for securing substantial compensation ensuring medical bills or lost wages do not burden victims following bike-related mishaps. Our dedicated team creatively uses established strategies combined with dynamic approaches towards achieving favorable outcomes –because every case matters to us as much as it matters to you.

Choosing Carlson Bier means tapping into years of experience, unparalleled aggression towards defending client’s interest coupled with tremendous respect for ethical standards within Illinois legal practice framework. You’re getting more than just professional support; you’re getting proven expertise tailored specifically for Bicycle Accident cases like yours.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Montgomery Illinois

Our law firm, Carlson Bier, carries a diligent pledge to ensure legal protection for individuals who have had the tragic misfortune of enduring personal injuries as a result of bicycle accidents. A consequence not only of negligence but also of downright ignorance, these accidents lead to extensive physical damage and profound emotional distress. Understanding this aspect in holistic detail is paramount when it comes to seeking assistance from an attorney group that places your welfare at its very heart.

Bicycle accidents are unforeseen catastrophes that leave lasting impacts – they disrupt daily activities, inflict pain and suffering, compromise productivity, generate medical expenses and may lead to loss of earnings. If you have been involved in such an incident in Illinois, our competent team at Carlson Bier can help target avenues for rightful compensation whilst outlining critical information about handling these jarring situations.

The impact of widely neglected safety precautions becomes evident through the grimy lens of injury statistics – recklessness on part of motorists or cyclists themselves leads to thousands of casualties annually. It means immense relevance lies within key preventive measures such as:

• Using right-of-way rules wisely.

• Ensuring high visibility during dark hours by wearing reflective clothing or equipping bikes with lights.

• Maintaining a safe distance from large vehicles like trucks which often neglect blind spots where cyclists might be positioned.

These points intend vital cautionary advice concerning the occurrence of accidents; however, if the mishap has already struck, it represents crucial evidential elements that contribute towards building robust legal cases.

It’s imperative that anyone involved in a bicycle accident obtain immediate medical attention regardless if their injuries seem minor initially. Delays can potentially worsen health conditions and additionally impede any relevant claims sought thereafter— documenting these medical evaluations assists determinately when convincingly portraying the matter’s severity before insurance companies or courtrooms.

Furthermore, contacting law enforcement promptly after an accident benefits you twofoldly—not only does it provide an official record validating your unanticipated predicament, but it also establishes crucial proof needed in shaping foolproof legal evidence. Capturing clear photographs of the accident scene, your injuries, and any damages to your bike and subsequently keeping this evidence safe can deeply support one’s claim.

In such situations where bicycle accidents become intricate encounters intertwined with legal complications, a competent attorney is required who understands Illinois’ bicycle laws thoroughly as well as comprehends individual circumstances delicately yet objectively. That’s precisely where we at Carlson Bier contribute—to meticulously untangle these dilemmas by offering decisive expertise drawn from years of assiduous practice—delivered personally for each distressed client.

We perceive every case uniquely, pursuing comprehensive justice while constructing a personalized legal plan that aligns efficiently with the complexities embodied in each incident. We strive towards obtaining maximum compensation for medical expenses incurred, physical suffering endured (inclusive of permanencies), property damage sustained, and wages lost during recovery or ongoing disability amongst others.

Our service commitment extends beyond merely outstanding proficiency—a personal injury lawyer from our team will oversee your case with thoughtful compassion as you tunnel through this challenging epoch—approaching matters professionally whilst concurrently eliminating language hindrances which inhibit effective communication channels between attorneys and clients.

As advocates dedicating consistent efforts towards victims’ rights protection involved in bicycle accidents across Illinois, we at Carlson Bier invite you warmly – click on the button below to ascertain your case worth today! Remember—you have nothing to lose; after all, we operate under fields extending ‘no win-no fee.’ So take the first step now towards reclaiming rightful justice — one that might not only unravel financial respite but could spur heightened safety standards reshaping future road norms aesthetically benefiting millions!

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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 Montgomery

Cycling Mishaps

Dedicated to legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or perilous conditions.

Burn Burns

Supplying specialist legal advice for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Healthcare Incompetence

Ensuring specialist legal advice for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Obligation

Handling cases involving problematic products, offering specialist legal help to customers affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Malpractice

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Tumble Accidents

Skilled in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking compensation for their losses.

Birth Harms

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to helping sufferers of car accidents gain reasonable recompense for wounds and impairment.

Scooter Accidents

Expert in providing legal advice for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Trucking Mishap

Providing adept legal support for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for losses.

Building Crashes

Focused on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Brain Harms

Committed to providing specialized legal support for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Adept at handling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Crashes

Focused on legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unjust Passing

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and professional legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to representing victims with vertebral damage, offering professional legal guidance to secure justice.

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