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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you or a loved one has been involved in a bicycle accident, you understand the stress and pain such an incident can inflict. At Carlson Bier, we are committed to making this difficult time easier for our clients as they navigate the complexities of personal injury law. We take great pride in fighting for justice and compensation on behalf of bicycling victims throughout Illinois, particularly in New Athens. Our knowledgeable team is well-versed with the nuances specific to bike accidents – from handling claims against motorists who fail to respect cyclists’ rights, to negotiating fair settlements with insurance companies that often undervalue your claim. Trusting your case to Carlson Bier means partnering with industry leaders whose reputation is built upon consistent delivery of aggressive representation coupled with compassionate guidance through every step of your legal journey. Benefit from our history of securing substantial compensation packages and take advantage of our exceptional contingency fee structure; remember — we don’t get paid unless you do! Choose us at Carlson Bier: staunch advocates propelling bicycle safety forward.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in New Athens Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, the quintessential choice in Illinois for legal representation particularly specialized in seeking justice for victims of bicycle accidents. We are incredibly passionate about securing rightful compensations for our clients who have been injured due to others’ negligence. Over the years, we have established an impressive record of favorable outcomes that speak volumes about our unmatched expertise and absolute dedication.

The realm of bicycle accidents is multilayered and intricate, often causing severe injuries ranging from minor cuts/bruises to life-altering damages like Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) or spinal cord injuries. Key elements such as defendant’s liability, proving negligence, gathering evidence, handling insurance companies can dramatically impact how your case proceeds.

• The Defendant’s Liability – To succeed in a personal injury lawsuit you must prove that the defendant was responsible for your accident.

• Proving Negligence – In many cases involving car-bicycle collisions, it could be due to driver error — speeding, distracted driving or even violations of cycling laws.

• Gathering Evidence – From police reports to CCTV footage or witness testimonials may strengthen claim authenticity.

• Dealing with Insurance Companies – Our legal wizards skillfully navigate through insurance-related complexities ensuring adequate coverage without unfair deductions.

Statistics indicate that significant number of accidents result from motorists failing to yield right-of-way to bicyclists at intersections. Therefore it’s essential you know and understand your rights as a bicyclist under Illinois law which guarantees equal usage rights on all public roadways barring expressways. You deserve retribution if these rights were violated leading up your unfortunate incident.

We help bridge this information gap map out following steps clearly- preponderance of credible evidence; precise identification & quantification of equitable compensation claims against injurious impacts sustained like medical bills; loss wages; enduring pain/suffering or monetary value lost owing future income incapacity inflicted by permanent disability potentially affecting quality-life permanently making it onerous sustain normalcy .

A prominent aspect to note is that Illinois follows the comparative negligence rule. If you are found partially at fault for the accident, your eligible compensation might get reduced proportionately. Hence, it’s imperative to have our proficient legal team by your side to ensure optimal representation emphasizing on defending against any attempts of shifting blame onto you.

Deciphering law nuances can be a daunting task especially when recovering post-incident trauma which is why we believe in making your path less arduous with our steadfast guidance and unconditional support making sure justice serves its course diligently. Our expert attorneys proactively tackle all relevant aspects – whether negotiating with insurance companies or litigating aggressively in the court-room – striving fervently to secure maximum deserving compensations rightfully due for your harm and losses endured.

The time-frame for filing personal injury lawsuits within Illinois, known legally as ‘Statute of Limitations,’ is typically two years from date of accident occurrence, but there exist certain exceptions too . Considering this “time-bound” factor coupled with intricacies surrounding bicycle accident cases necessitate the need for urgent action alleviating risks concerned over jeopardizing rightful claims entitled .

Remember that choosing an experienced legal partner enhances chances markedly – navigating through intricate legalese; securing verifying substantial evidence ; plus taking tenacious stands against uncooperative defendants insurances proving indispensable most litigation-scenarios !

We invite you now to get started on understanding what compensation value may be potentially achievable considering specifics related your case circumstances! To facilitate this process further, we’ve encapsulated a feature where you can click on ‘Find Out How Much My Case is Worth’ button below calculating estimated claim worth enlightening about potential monetary recovery based upon details provided us regarding unique-case scenario . Trust Carlson Bier today helping exercise rights duly attain justice genuinely deserved !

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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 New Athens

Bike Accidents

Proficient in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Providing adept legal support for victims of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Clinical Carelessness

Offering expert legal representation for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Liability

Addressing cases involving defective products, extending skilled legal assistance to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Trip Injuries

Professional in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking recovery for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

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

Automobile Collisions

Mishaps: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents gain just remuneration for hurts and harm.

Motorbike Incidents

Committed to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Semi Mishap

Ensuring expert legal services for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for losses.

Construction Site Incidents

Engaged in representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Brain Harms

Dedicated to delivering professional legal representation for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Wrongful Fatality

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and professional legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Expert in assisting individuals with paralysis, offering expert legal representation to secure redress.

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