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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the aftermath of a bicycle accident, securing legal representation that prioritizes your interests is of utmost importance. Deciding on Carlson Bier is choosing a standard-bearer for excellence within Illinois’s personal injury law circles. Our extensive experience and forward-thinking tactics set us apart as top-ranking advocates for victims in the often complex realm of bicycle accident cases. We address each case with individualized attention, developing dynamic strategies tailored to meet our clients’ needs. In-depth understanding garnered from years navigating these specific cases equips us better than most to represent you effectively – ensuring maximum recovery while minimizing further trauma or disorientation stemming from the incident. Even though we aren’t based in New Boston, we have significant expertise spanning across various cities within Illinois which readily extends to encompass our services there too! Remember: seeking compensation after a debilitating accident doesn’t have to be daunting when coupled with the right ally – Choose Carlson Bier!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in New Boston Illinois

As personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier, we understand the complexities surrounding bicycle accidents in Illinois and are committed to providing comprehensive information about your rights. Our firm specializes in advocating for bicyclists who have been injured due to someone else’s negligence resulting in significant losses – be it physical, emotional, or financial.

A bicycle accident has unique aspects that separate it from car accidents or other forms of personal injuries. Neglecting these differences might result in poorly represented cases. They often occur because motorists fail to yield right-of-way to a cyclist at intersections, unsafely pass cyclists on the road, or simply underlook the presence of a cyclist when making turns or changes lanes.

Key points one should know regarding bicycle accident cases include:

• Under Illinois law, bicycles are entitled to full use of a lane just like any other vehicle.

• Traffic laws apply equally to all vehicles including bicycles; hence ‘right-of-way’ rules hold for many situations involving motorist-cyclist interactions.

• A vast majority of collisions occur near intersections with automobile drivers failing to yield properly causing most accidents.

The aftermath of a bicycle accident can be physically devastating and emotionally distressing, leaving victims grappling with exorbitant medical bills while confronting potential lifestyle changes. Moreover, filing claims can involve intricate webs of legalities proving liability is essential yet challenging due to witness misperception bias against cyclists.

At Carlson Bier law firm, our expert team helps navigate these complex waters. We diligently collect evidence in order to maximize compensation by elaborately demonstrating motorists’ fault and empowering you through every step despite insurance companies exploiting biases against cyclists.

A successful claim must show:

• The driver had a duty towards the safe operation around the cyclist.

• The driver breached that duty (eg by violating traffic laws)

• This breach caused your injuries

• You faced damages as a consequence

Our clients appreciate that we bring experience from both handling opposing insurance company tactics and vigorously representing the rights of bicycle accident victims. Not all damages are easily visible like medical bills and lost wages – we explore psychological trauma, quality-of-life losses, or future expense implications to make a comprehensive case for you.

Moreover, please bear in mind that there is a statute of limitations for filing personal injury claims in Illinois— within two years from the incident date. Thus, engaging professional legal help promptly after an accident can be extremely beneficial.

We wholeheartedly believe that every potential client should receive detailed assistance in understanding their situation before deciding how to proceed. While law can be complex and daunting, we strive to break down this complexity into understandable terms so you can make decisions best suiting your needs. As our firm’s location specifically serves the areas where we have offices physically present in Illinois, we maintain high ethical standards conforming with local laws; hence refreshing transparency is always on our agenda when delivering these services.

Your journey towards fair compensation after traumatic bicycle accidents might appear challenging initially but remember – you are not alone! The dedicated team at Carlson Bier is here to provide consistent support covering your legal ground while you focus solely on recovery.

Suffering due to others’ negligence certainly demands justice – it’s about what’s right! To genuinely undertake this fight by arming yourself with all possible knowledge and a solid legal team behind you – click the button below. Let us assess your case thoroughly providing an accurate reflection of what value its worth holds.

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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 Boston

Bicycle Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Burn Traumas

Supplying professional legal assistance for individuals of major burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Clinical Malpractice

Offering specialist legal representation for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, delivering skilled legal help to consumers affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

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

Stumble and Fall Occurrences

Specialist in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking restitution for their suffering.

Birth Harms

Supplying legal guidance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Accidents: Devoted to aiding victims of car accidents secure appropriate recompense for injuries and impairment.

Motorcycle Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal support for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Extending specialist legal advice for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for hurts.

Worksite Incidents

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

Head Damages

Specializing in extending expert legal advice for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Adept at managing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unjust Fatality

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and adept legal representation to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to supporting victims with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal representation to secure redress.

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