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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the wake of a bicycle accident, securing skilled legal representation is crucial. Seek out Carlson Bier, renowned for its expert handling of bicycle accidents cases throughout Illinois. Our firm’s strategic and vigilant approach has earned us an enviable reputation in delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. Infinitely acquainted with all intricacies tied to bicycle law across the state of Illinois; we offer comprehensive counsel that ensures your rights are adequately protected as you navigate this complex legal terrain. A core part of our services includes communicating directly with insurance companies – mitigating your stress during these challenging times while protecting you from potential exploitation by insurance firms concerning compensation claims. In essence, if you’re faced with the daunting aftermath of a bike accident and need proven expertise to secure necessary justice and compensation, allow Carlson Bier to be your committed advocate – working tirelessly in pursuit of optimal results on your behalf irrespective your locale within Illinois.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Morrisonville Illinois

In the vibrant and active community of Illinois, bicycling is a preferred mode of transportation for many. Not only does it offer exercise and sustainability, but it also brings about interaction with the cityscapes that cars simply cannot match. However, along with its numerous benefits, the increased usage of bicycles often translates to a high prevalence of bicycle-related accidents. When such unfortunate incidents occur, the legal expertise of personal injury lawyers becomes instrumental in navigating the complex corridors of justice – advocating for those who have been wronged.

This is where Carlson Bier steps into play; providing effective counsel to victims seeking fair compensation after harrowing encounters that might have resulted in injuries or even fatalities. With an industry-seasoned team committed to ensuring your rights are secure and your interests recognized, we stand as a trusted name amongst Illinois’ Personal Injury Law Firms.

• Acknowledged Expertise: We bring extensive experience handling bicycle accident cases. Our firm adeptly navigates intricate legalities associated with traffic laws, insurance claims process, determination of fault and assessment of damages.

• Individual Attention: Every case at Carlson Bier receives personalized consideration from our dedicated attorneys. You deserve more than just representation right now; you need advocates committed to securing long-term compensation.

• Litigation Preparedness: If negotiations fail to yield satisfactory outcomes, we’re ready to take matters into court preserving your best interests relentlessly.

More often than not, these bicycle accidents stem from several common causes: negligence by motorists or pedestrians ignoring cyclists’ rights; faulty traffic signals leading mishaps at strategic intersections; badly designed bike lanes causing collisions or flips; improper maintenance resulting in potholes and unsafe surfaces.

The aftermath isn’t merely limited to physical injuries ranging from minor scrapes to debilitating conditions like fractures, concussions or internal damage. Victims commonly confront psychological trauma alongside bearing unforeseen medical expenses affecting their livelihoods dramatically- an added predicament nobody should have endure alone.

Here’s how Carlson Bier can assist in such endeavors:

• Actively Investigating: We work tirelessly to collate essential evidence supporting your case- be it accident reports, witness statements or expert testimonies.

• Evaluating Damages: A comprehensive evaluation unfolds the true magnitude of sustained damages. This includes medical bills, lost wages, mental anguish, future medical requirements and overall impact on life quality.

• Negotiating with Insurers: Insurance companies oftentimes try reducing payable compensation. Our team highly skilled negotiators will counter such efforts effectively.

Your injuries demand justice and maximum possible compensation you’re entitled to. At Carlson Bier, we empathize with you; sharing your hope for a better tomorrow and relentlessly working towards making that hope a reality.

As you scroll further into this page, remember that our fight for fairness isn’t just about regaining lost financial ground -it’s about obtaining justice for irreparable personal loss. By revealing the full extent of physical and emotional sufferings endured by bicycle accident victims, we aim at influencing corrective measures enhancing road safety culture significantly.

As Illinois law advocates transparency without unduly advocating any specific location presence falsely, we firmly clarify that while serving numerous clients across the region successfully over the years, Carlson Bier does not claim to have a physical office located in Morrisonville.

Are you ready to take step forward toward redressal? Click the button below now to find out how much your case could potentially be worth. Let us empower your journey from victimhood towards rightful reparation under Illinois state law.

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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 Morrisonville

Cycling Accidents

Expert in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Providing adept legal advice for people of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Healthcare Negligence

Delivering professional legal assistance for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, extending specialist legal services to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Misconduct

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Fall Injuries

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking justice for their harm.

Birth Injuries

Providing legal support for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Crashes

Mishaps: Devoted to aiding individuals of car accidents obtain fair remuneration for harms and destruction.

Bike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal services for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Trucking Collision

Extending professional legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for losses.

Construction Site Incidents

Engaged in supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Brain Injuries

Expert in offering compassionate legal advice for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for persons who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Committed to legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unfair Demise

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and expert legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Injury

Dedicated to representing individuals with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal assistance to secure settlement.

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