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About Carlson Bier Associates

Bicycle accidents in Mount Greenwood can lead to serious consequences, disrupting lives and causing lasting damage. Carlson Bier is the leading choice for bicycle accident representation in Illinois due to its sterling record of successful outcomes and a deep understanding of the local legal landscape. Grounded in extensive experience dealing with bicycle accident claims, our team manifests diligence while championing victims’ rights, ensuring they receive appropriate compensation for their injuries and losses suffered. Our approach is thorough yet empathetic; we guide bicyclists through every step of the complex legal process. For those residents involved in such unfortunate incidents across Mount Greenwood; it’s not just about securing monetary reprieve but achieving justice as well. The commitment that drives Carlson Bier equips us perfectly to navigate you towards getting your life back on track after a distressing event like a bicycle accident occurs—making us an irrefutable consideration when seeking lawyer services related to Bicycle Accidents within Illinois.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Mount Greenwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the inherent risks associated with cycling and the devastating impact a bicycle accident can have on your life. As experienced personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we strive to represent and advocate for victims of such accidents, endeavoring to obtain fair compensation for their injuries, pain, and suffering.

Bicycle accidents are unfortunately common occurrences potentially leading to severe physical harm or even death. A major contributor to these incidents is negligence by vehicle drivers who fail to respect cyclists’ rights or simply don’t pay the necessary attention when they share the roadways. Further causes include defective bicycle parts and unsafe road conditions due in part to inadequate maintenance.

There are several types of common injuries associated with bicycle accidents that you should be aware of:

– Traumatic brain injuries resulting from a blow or jolt to the head

– Spinal cord injuries that might lead to temporary or permanent paralysis

– Broken bones which require extensive periods for recovery

– Road rash, an externally visible skin injury caused by friction against rough surfaces

– Psychological trauma including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Additionally, pedestrians often stand at risk too. Amongst cases handled by our firm at Carlson Bier includes those involving careless cyclists causing accidental collisions with individuals walking on sidewalks or crossing roads.

Comprehending legal recourse following a bicycle accident can prove complex; however, holding negligent parties accountable is pivotal in securing justice and rightful compensation for victims. We believe it’s essential that in circumstances where another party’s recklessness has caused your injury—whether it’s a distracted driver, faulty equipment manufacturer or negligent pedestrian—you have competent counsel well versed in Illinois law representing you.

Taking prompt action is crucial in building strong legal claims as gathering evidence soon after an incident generates more accurate portrayals of events that transpired and increases the likelihood of obtaining maximum damages payable for incurred losses.

Our firm adopts strategies tailored towards each client’s unique situation banking on years’ worth of experience in successfully litigating and resolving bicycle accident cases. We understand that you may be dealing with medical expenses, loss of income due to inability to work, as well as physical pain and emotional distress. Our primary commitment is pursuing your rightful claim assiduously ensuring negligent parties are held liable for their actions.

We encourage you to navigate this trying time having professional assistance from Carlson Bier—industry leaders famed for championing victims’ rights and securing just compensation on their behalf.

Your journey towards recovery deserves the appropriate resources, which includes obtaining legal advice from attorneys experienced in personal injury cases related to bicycle accidents. By so doing, you can focus solely on your health while we concentrate on fighting for your rights.

Don’t let a cycling accident redefine your life without a fight – protect your rights with the expert aid of our dedicated attorney team at Carlson Bier who can help guide you through complex Illinois laws pertaining to personal injuries arising from bicycle accidents. Remember, it’s not just about winning claims—it’s about restoring pieces of lives unknowingly taken away by unanticipated incidents.

Are you curious about what potential financial awards might lie within view according to particulars attributable towards your case? Click the button below to utilize our interactive tool providing estimations regarding what possible compensation amounts subjectible due following diverse circumstances linked inherently to bicycle accidents in Illinois could look like. Let Carlson Bier empower you—a step closer towards achieving justice begins here.

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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 Mount Greenwood

Bicycle Collisions

Focused on legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or perilous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Giving expert legal services for patients of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Healthcare Carelessness

Ensuring professional legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Responsibility

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal guidance to customers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Stumble Accidents

Specialist in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking compensation for their losses.

Newborn Traumas

Offering legal support for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Incidents

Collisions: Concentrated on assisting sufferers of car accidents gain equitable recompense for hurts and impairment.

Scooter Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal support for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Semi Mishap

Extending expert legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for losses.

Building Crashes

Dedicated to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Damages

Expert in delivering specialized legal representation for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Traumas

Proficient in handling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unjust Demise

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and skilled legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Trauma

Expert in defending victims with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure redress.

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