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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the aftermath of a bicycle accident, trust in Carlson Bier to navigate through your legal challenges. As an esteemed personal injury law firm, we’ve garnered respect for our expertise specificially within the realm of bicycle-related accidents throughout Illinois. We deeply understand that each case is unique – as distinct as the residents of Oreana themselves – and require tailored solutions to ensure justice is served. Our tenacious attorneys relentlessly advocate for victims’ rights, amplifying their voices amid seemingly insurmountable adversities. Rest assured Carlson Bier’s deep-seated knowledge about local laws aids in achieving verdicts that honor clients’ losses and future potential hardships caused by such unfortunate incidents. With our laser focus on transparency, integrity and customer-care; we pride ourselves on prioritizing client needs above all else. You deserve unparalleled representation during these trying moments; you deserve Carlson Bier—the optimal choice when seeking just recompense post a traumatic bike accident scenario.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Oreana Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we remain profoundly committed to advocating for victims of bicycle accidents in Illinois. Nothing prepares you for the emotional and physical toll taken by a sudden accident, and understanding your rights under Illinois state law is fundamental to pursuing justice successfully.

In our bustling community, bicycles are not merely recreational vehicles but necessary means of commuting daily. Sadly, this increases the potential for tragic bicycle accidents that subsequently lead to traumatic injuries or in severe cases – fatalities. Navigating these unfortunate circumstances coupled with deciphering damages you may be entitled to can pose immense challenges which underscore the importance of skilled personal injury attorneys like us at your disposal.

It’s essential knowledge that as a bicyclist on Illinois roads, you’re granted similar rights as motor vehicle operators. Thus, any negligent behavior from motorists that results in harm serves as grounds for legal action.

Here are crucial aspects governed under this law:

• Motorists must maintain a safe distance when overtaking bicycles.

• It’s illegal to abruptly cut off cyclists during traffic transitions.

• Leaving car doors open into cyclists’ path is an offense.

Unfortunately often, even acknowledging these provisions does not guarantee safety during cycling endeavors. Depending on the severity of harm inflicted post-accident; whether physical wounds necessitating medical attention or emotional distress stirring sleep deprivation and anxiety – all bank up hefty expenses worth considering in your claim pursuit.

The real potency of personal injury claims resides essentially within its broad scope. At Carlson Bier, we vividly understand attribute factors such as:

• Pain

• Medical bills

• Loss earnings

• Suffering

play pivotal roles when deducing fair compensation amounts; hence each argument advanced delves deep beyond what seems visible initially evident then skillfully marrying it against predominantly recognized legal principles ensuring maximum attainable damages reimbursement.

Dealing with insurance companies amidst all unfolding chaos strikes even more discomfort complicating recovery processes further thus proper attorneys guidance comes handy shielding clients from harsh tactics deployed by such entities to push for early and often inadequate settlements. Carlson Bier prides in its record of achievement holding off these high-handed insurers until proper justice is accorded appropriately.

Bear in mind, Illinois law limits (described as “statutes of limitations”) the duration during which one can rightfully file a personal injury lawsuit following an accident – this restriction ranges duly on an accident-to-accident basis hence it’s critical seeking legal aid sooner rather than later for time might not be a luxury at your dispense. Let us help you pinpoint exactly where your case falls within this stipulated timeline and work tirelessly toward pursuing what best serves your wellbeing interests.

In addition, cyclists must adhere to certain regulations including those against cycling while under influence – violation of these rules could substantially affect a claim leading to partial or complete forfeit depending on the particulars involved.

At Carlson Bier, we aren’t merely committed to processing claims frantically; rather our interest stretches deep into clientele lives steady holding their hands through tumultuous times invested fully in seeing they regain stability post-tragedy and only then that we consider ours victory too.

Don’t allow yourself drown further in worry letting liable parties escape deserved liabilities and sanctions. You deserve unreserved dedication fighting passionately for your fairness undeterred by underlying complexities or any other associated deterrent.

Take advantage of our robust network resources sharpening our skills progressively over substantial durations yielding an utmost wealth unmatched industry understanding alongside favorable ties with key stakeholders ensuring optimal results for all clients equally regardless size or gravity instanced situations bear.

Now that you are better acquainted with core elements surrounding bicycle accidents bearing firsthand experience of how meticulous and proficiently Carlson Bier channels justice pursuit endeavors let’s partner up establishing remarkable recovery stories together highlighting exemplary representation symbolizing real societal change embodying future-driven bureaucratic shifts leveraging severe life drawbacks today steering growth mainstream prowess tomorrow.

Click on the button below to find out how much your case could potentially be worth. Our dedicated team stands by eager to walk you through the process building robust defense strategies affirming that indeed, at Carlson Bier we genuinely look out for you securing full rights enforcement because your win is our triumph. Connect with us right away and let’s embark on this journey together.

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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 Oreana

Bike Collisions

Proficient in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Scald Injuries

Supplying specialist legal support for victims of severe burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Clinical Misconduct

Extending expert legal representation for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Responsibility

Handling cases involving dangerous products, supplying expert legal guidance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Slip Occurrences

Adept in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their harm.

Newborn Damages

Supplying legal assistance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Incidents: Dedicated to supporting victims of car accidents get fair settlement for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal services for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Semi Collision

Delivering specialist legal services for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for losses.

Worksite Incidents

Engaged in supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Head Injuries

Focused on offering dedicated legal assistance for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at addressing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Death

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Vertebral Harm

Specializing in defending victims with vertebral damage, offering professional legal guidance to secure redress.

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