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When in need of expert legal representation following a bicycle accident, look no further than Carlson Bier. We are not just lawyers; we bike riders ourselves and understand the specifics of such incidents beyond what’s found in statute books. As an Illinois-founded law firm specializing in personal injury cases, we’re intimately familiar with state-specific regulations pertaining to cyclist rights on public roads. Our expertise can be your armor against powerful insurance entities that often aim to minimize payout after accidents occur by challenging various elements deemed as liability factors.

Time is crucial when lodging a claim involving bicyclist injuries – prompt action has higher chances of ensuring fair compensation from guilty parties or insurance providers involved. Let us take this burden off your shoulders while you focus on recovery. At Carlson Bier,the pursuit for justice is led by seasoned professionals armed with dedication, experience and tactical strategy sure to hold negligent parties accountable for their actions.

Trust our commitment at Carlson Bier– making your path smoother towards achieving rightful restitution after sustaining injuries due to biking mishaps lies at heart of our service philosophy.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Palmyra Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that a bicycle accident can be an extremely traumatic and life-altering occurrence. As highly skilled personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we hold extensive knowledge in tackling bicycle accident cases with unwavering dedication – striving for your maximum compensation against the liable party.

Bicycle accidents encompass instances where a cyclist has been injured due to another’s lack of care or recklessness. Such accidents typically involve other vehicles but also may occur by hitting open car doors, slipping on dangerous surfaces, or collisions with pedestrians. These mishaps often result in severe injuries such as broken bones, lacerations, brain injuries or spinal damage – all potentially leading to heavy medical bills, time off work and considerable strain.

To successfully pursue a claim, it’s critical to establish negligence from the party causing the accident. Motorists have an obligation to share roads responsibly with cyclists and any failure contributing to an accident may infer liability. Further actionable offenses include reckless driving like speeding or ignoring traffic signals; distracted driving involving phones or other devices; drunk driving; or striking a cyclist while opening car doors without due caution.

• Negligence: Proving the at-fault party acted negligently.

• Reckless Driving: Determining whether aggressive driving techniques were used.

• Distracted Driving: Assessing if mobile phones or electronic gadgets were involved.

• Drunk Driving: Establishing if drunk-driving contributed toward the accident.

• Dooring Incidents: Evaluating whether there was irresponsible behavior when opening car doors near passing cyclists.

Recognize crucial steps following any bicycle accident for strengthening legibility of claims:

1) Seek immediate medical attention regardless of perceived severity,

2) Report the incident promptly to law enforcement agencies,

3) Collect evidence including photographs of scene/injuries/vehicles involved,

4) Record details about factors contributing to collision,

5) Never accept blame nor make impacting statements without legal advice,

6) Reach out for professional legal consultation from seasoned personal injury attorneys like us at Carlson Bier.

Victims must remember inherent rights during the aftermath of traumatic incidents. Illinois law establishes a two-year statute of limitations for filing personal injury claims, hence acting promptly aids in a successful resolution.

• Right to Medical Treatment: Always seek immediate medical attention.

• Reporting the Accident: The incident should be reported to relevant authorities.

• Collecting Evidence: Obtain as much evidence as possible for future reference.

• Documentation: Keep records of all pieces related to the accident and injuries sustained.

• Legal Advice: Don’t forget–you have the right to professional legal representation.

Our record showcases vast experience representing clients ensuring their rightful damages covering medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering among others. We pride ourselves on our commitment to personalized guidance throughout your claim’s process – aiming for fair treatment and rightful compensation reflecting your loss’ reality.

As we navigate these often complex corridors of bicycle accident litigation together, our pledge rests on transparency and open communication – keeping you abreast every step towards pursuing justice for your case. Our resolve remains steadfast; guiding victims through complicated legal processes underscoring our ethos – Advocacy with Humanity. You can trust that Carlson Bier will walk this path by your side, offering expert representation ensuring no stone is left unturned in achieving what you rightfully deserve.

In conclusion, if you’ve been unfortunate enough not just personally but legally as well following a bicycle accident know there are experts ready to help bring forward your claim professionally. Your next step? Click below – let’s explore what your case may potentially be worth under Illinois state law. With unwavering commitment toward securing justice for bicycle accident victims across Illinois – Carlson Bier looks steadfastly toward addressing restless concerns behind becoming another statistic within grim accident tolls; handing control back into where it belongs – with survivors confidently charting onward journeys within life’s unpredictable paths ahead… one pedaling stride at a time.

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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 Palmyra

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Scald Injuries

Offering adept legal assistance for individuals of major burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Physician Carelessness

Offering expert legal assistance for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Liability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, providing adept legal guidance to clients affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Slip Incidents

Adept in managing trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking recovery for their harm.

Childbirth Harms

Extending legal help for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Crashes: Dedicated to helping individuals of car accidents secure reasonable compensation for wounds and impairment.

Scooter Collisions

Specializing in providing legal advice for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Trucking Incident

Extending expert legal advice for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for injuries.

Building Site Accidents

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

Cognitive Harms

Expert in providing compassionate legal support for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Skilled in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unfair Fatality

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal assistance to ensure justice.

Vertebral Damage

Focused on representing patients with paralysis, offering dedicated legal services to secure settlement.

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