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In the wake of a bicycle accident, lay your trust in the capable hands of Carlson Bier. We grasp the intricacies inherent to Illinois state law and extend our expert legal counsel for victims involved in cycling accidents with compassion, efficiency, and dedication. Based upon extensive trials experience coupled with unprecedented success records—our resolve is steadfast—to advocate strongly on behalf of injured parties within North Riverside and its vicinity. The aftermath can be complicated; let us streamline it for you. Not only do we have deep domain knowledge about Bicycle Accident litigation but we are also devoted to making this traumatic process less overwhelming. Cherry-picking from an array of available attorneys might result in confounding choices—but not when selecting Carlson Bier as your personal lawyer to battle bicycle accident cases becomes undeniably easy due to our commitment towards clients’ best interest at heart—all while keeping impeccable professional standards intact year by year.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in North Riverside Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted personal injury law firm based in Illinois. As specialists in the field of personal injury law, we provide an unmatched combination of knowledge, experience, and commitment to each client we represent. Our particular focus on Bicycle Accidents allows us to bring our comprehensive understanding of related laws to bolster every case that comes our way.

Bicycle accidents can result in serious injuries that could disrupt not only your health but also your livelihood. The trauma from these events is nearly always multi-faceted and far-reaching which often necessitates the involvement and intervention of experienced legal personnel such as ourselves at Carlson Bier.

Accidents involving bicycles usually occur due to negligent driver behavior like speeding, distracted driving or failing to yield right-of-way. It’s important you know how crucial immediate action is when you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident:

• Seek Medical Attention: Your health should be your primary concern. Promptly receiving medical care following an accident ensures documentation of any injury sustained.

• Document Evidence: If possible, take photos at the scene, write down what happened while memories are fresh and gather witness information.

• Report the Incident: Notifying local authorities helps officially document the incident and ensures all relevant details are accurately recorded.

• Consult with a Personal Injury Lawyer: Engaging with a professional like Carlson Bier early on aids in building a strong case foundation.

Navigating complex insurance policies post-accident can also be daunting without guidance from professionals versed well on such matters. Insurance companies might attempt minimizing claims through various tactics which left uncountered could lead towards settlements that don’t fully meet costs incurred due to the accident or for necessary subsequent treatments.

Here at Carlson Bier, we understand this intricate relationship between legal processes and their associated physical-emotional stressors; hence our aim goes beyond merely obtaining financial compensation for you – we strive ensuring you regain independence and retain dignity amidst challenging circumstances.

Our intimate comprehension around laws governing bicycle accidents allows us to determine liable parties efficiently and effectively. Whether your accident was caused by a careless motorist, poor road condition, or defective biking equipment, we can help identify all accountable entities and relentlessly push for rightful compensation.

Your rights matter. What you’re put through matters. At Carlson Bier, our dedicated personal injury attorneys approach every case with the understanding that you are more than just a victim – you’re an individual whose life has been disrupted unjustly.

By choosing to work alongside us at Carlson Bier, you are investing in compassionately attentive personalized services brimming with legal acumen attained through years of experience; while we relentlessly champion your cause via expert navigation around legal procedures pertinent to securing maximum recovery owed to you ensuing a Bicycle Accident.

As cycling enthusiasts gradually take over roads initially designed majorly for motorists safety concerns arise persistently making knowledge about who is liable during bike-vs-car accidents crucial as it could go either way depending on specific facts surrounding cases like whether both cyclist/motorist were negligently operating their respective modes of transport…etc

Whether doing regular commuting or enjoying recreational rides when bicyclists face unfortunate incidents involving cars understanding key elements regarding how fault gets determined becomes essential given potential high-value compensation associated (caps notwithstanding).

Our firm commitment lies primarily within finding equitable resolutions meeting our client’s needs entirely – this stands testament inherent genuine desire helping injured bikers heal better via competent representation against all odds posed within multi-faceted problematic landscapes such as these.

Proceed displaying trust towards us unconditionally knowing well we’ve got each detail covered right from initial consultation up until final resolution leaving no stone-unturned fighting earnestly towards getting what rightfully belongs yours ideally so remember scars left behind traumatic events like crashes truly run deeply but together finding path healing might just become tad bit easier undertaken jointly hand-in-hand.

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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 North Riverside

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or risky conditions.

Fire Injuries

Supplying skilled legal assistance for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Clinical Incompetence

Providing expert legal representation for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Fault

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal help to individuals affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Misconduct

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

Tumble and Slip Occurrences

Specialist in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking compensation for their injuries.

Birth Damages

Delivering legal help for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Accidents: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents get appropriate payout for damages and damages.

Motorcycle Crashes

Focused on providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Semi Crash

Extending professional legal support for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for losses.

Building Site Collisions

Focused on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Committed to providing expert legal advice for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Wounds

Adept at managing cases for persons who have suffered damages from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unjust Fatality

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and skilled legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Neural Impairment

Dedicated to assisting persons with paralysis, offering specialized legal representation to secure redress.

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