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In the aftermath of a bicycle accident, securing competent legal representation can have significant impact on how your case unfolds. At Carlson Bier, our team of adept personal injury attorneys specializes in tackling complex scenarios involving bicycle accidents with unparalleled precision and dedication. Being based in Illinois has allowed us to develop an advanced understanding for the state’s roads, safety regulations and common causes that lead to these unfortunate incidents. Our focused approach helps clients get through their trying times by ensuring we relentlessly fight for justice on their behalf and obtain deserved compensation for damages incurred during such mishaps.

Whilst many law firms claim expertise, at Carlson Bier, our proven track record speaks volumes about why we are one of the best picks when seeking a Bicycle Accidents Attorney within this state. With extensive experience navigating what often seems like labyrinthine lawsuits associated with cycling mishaps across urban landscapes or rural terrains – irrespective stylized nuances unique to each claim; trust that we will leverage every opportunity towards delivering favorable outcomes where client satisfaction reigns incontrovertible.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Nauvoo Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are your trusted advocate for personal injury cases in Illinois – and this includes those instances when you’ve suffered due to a bicycle accident. We understand the inherent risks cyclists face every day on roads where they must share space with motor vehicles. This coupled with the lack of protection that a cyclist has compared to motorists can lead to severe injuries or worse.

A bicycle accident is not limited solely to colliding with another vehicle; it encompasses a wide array of situations. It could occur from swerving out of the way of an opening car door or sliding over icy surfaces, enduring obstacles on bike lanes like unrepaired potholes, faulty brakes causing loss of control, and much more. The high preponderance for these dangers makes us resolute about equipping you with all the vital information regarding Bicycle Accidents.

• Illinois law observes Comparative Negligence principle: Should there be an instance where both parties have some degree of fault in the occurrence of the accident, compensation would still be available, albeit reduced proportionately based upon each party’s percentage at fault.

• Cyclists are protected under bicycling laws: In Illinois specifically, legislation treats bicycles as vehicles providing protection – legal “right-of-way” privileges involving stop signs and traffic lights apply equally for bicyclists just like any other drivers on the road.

• Legal time limitation exists: A quick move towards lodging claims is imperative usually within two years since short timelines apply for bicycle personal injury cases.

Insurance coverage plays a pivotal role in these scenarios too as Illinois mandates uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage in auto insurance policies which also covers hit-and-run accidents and even accidents caused by drivers without sufficient insurance coverages. Since knowing your rights leads to making informed decisions while seeking justice through compensation claims, understanding how this particular feature works is critical.

Carlson Bier’s team possesses decades worth hands-on experience diligently working with victims impacted by such unfortunate events. Our emphasis aligns to help you find the right direction through navigating laws and procedures, managing intricate claim filing processes, advising on dealing with insurance companies or litigation if it becomes necessary.

Our team is vastly informed about every nuanced characteristic of bicycle personal injury cases in Illinois – from understanding common accident-related injuries including fractures, traumatic brain injury (TBI), abrasions, spinal cord injuries etc., to discerning how these might affect your normalcy days after or far into the future like quality of life adaptation following Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), we’ve got you covered.

No matter how complex your case seems at first glance; vast expertise accompanied by meticulous attention to detail that Carlson Bier provides ensures a comprehensive analysis for obtaining the highest possible compensation. We believe in empowering our clients – and that encompasses more than just winning the case for them; we’re an ally who is steadfastly there throughout this journey by helping restore their lives gradually post such traumatizing incidents.

We realize that nothing can entirely make up for all the suffering endured due to accidents. Yet pursuing rightful justice against negligent parties responsible plays a paramount role thereby reestablishing balance in victims’ lives while potentially making our roads safer by bringing errancy into light aiding consistency of legal enforcement.

At Carlson Bier, we offer free consultations without assuming any up-front costs until your case sees success since ensuring transparency and maintain fair dealings is key towards building life-long trust. So why wait? Click on the button below now to unearth what value could potentially be recovered from your respective case as per Illinois Law. Betwixt devastating setbacks resides latent optimism cheering towards resurgence – together let’s take this step further striving for justice while creating safer travel ways within Illinois fostering sustained resilience.

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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 Nauvoo

Bike Crashes

Expert in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Extending skilled legal services for people of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Physician Misconduct

Providing expert legal services for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Liability

Addressing cases involving defective products, delivering professional legal support to individuals affected by harmful products.

Elder Malpractice

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Tumble Accidents

Adept in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking restitution for their suffering.

Birth Damages

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

Vehicle Incidents

Collisions: Committed to assisting victims of car accidents obtain appropriate settlement for hurts and harm.

Bike Accidents

Focused on providing legal support for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

18-Wheeler Accident

Delivering specialist legal services for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for hurts.

Worksite Accidents

Focused on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Focused on extending specialized legal representation for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Expertise in addressing cases for people who have suffered harms from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Loss

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and expert legal support to ensure redress.

Vertebral Trauma

Dedicated to defending persons with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure recovery.

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