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Seeking legal assistance following a bicycle accident? Turn to Carlson Bier, your experienced and dedicated ally in these challenging times. Our top-tier team of attorneys has built an impressive record of victories in personal injury cases across Illinois. The nuanced complexities associated with bicycle accidents require superior understanding and skillset, which is where Carlson Bier shines. We meticulously work to determine fault, negotiate with opposing parties, pursue full compensation for damages like medical bills or lost wages – all while championing justice on behalf of those affected by unfortunate incidents out on the roadways. With legal proficiency that exceeds expectations combined with personalized service that puts you first, we stand ready to help every step along the way towards recovery. Strive not just for any attorney but even more for bespoke representation from Bicycle Accidents Lawyers committed wholly towards clients’ welfare — Carlson Bier should be your priority choice.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Paw Paw Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize as personal injury attorneys and are deeply knowledgeable about the intricate details of bicycle accidents. We serve the people of Illinois who have suffered harm due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. Our goal is two-fold: to educate you about your rights and options after experiencing a bicycle accident, and to guide you professionally through what can often be a confusing maze of legal proceedings.

Riding a bicycle is not just earth-friendly and cost-efficient; it’s also good for one’s health. Unfortunately, this doesn’t immunize cyclists from potential mishaps on the road. Bicycle riders can sometimes end up involved in serious accidents leading to severe injuries or even fatalities because they lack the physical protection offered by motor vehicles.

Bicycle accidents can occur primarily based on several reasons:

– Distracted driving by motorists

– Motorists failing to yield right-of-way at intersections or while turning

– Roads improperly designed or maintained

Each occurrence carries unique circumstances with different applicable laws, hence understanding these factors becomes crucially important when filing a claim for compensation.

Several types of injuries are common in biking incidents, some more severe than others:

– Traumatic brain injuries

– Broken bones

— Spinal cord injuries

Many may not know that they have rights under Illinois law to seek compensation for losses sustained in an accident. These losses might include medical expenses, lost wages during recovery time, pain and suffering experienced due to the incident, loss of income capability if disabled from the accident among many other possible damages.

However, successful navigation through insurance claims and litigation procedures needs expert guidance – which is where we come into play at Carlson Bier. We strive hard but empathically towards ensuring you receive every bit of remuneration legally owed post experiencing such traumatic life-alterations.

We help manage all aspects related to your case – filing suits against negligent parties involved in causing your bike accident; negotiating settlement offers from insurance companies who may be more concerned about protecting their bottom lines than compensating you fairly for your injuries; and if warranted, aggressively litigating your claim to trial for obtaining maximum compensation.

Our skilled team of personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier represents bicycle accident victims throughout Illinois. How each bike accident case unfolds can look very different based on numerous factors, such as the severity of the victim’s injuries, the duration for recovery needed, whether there is any long-term impairment or disability suffered due to the incident – which underline why experienced legal assistance is vital in cases like these.

No one can turn back time and undo what happened during a bike ride gone wrong, but our endeavor would certainly be to ease the financial stress associated with it. Our reputation precedes us in successfully handling these sensitive issues and delivering results that matter most – fair compensation relative to pain, suffering and enormous medical costs incurred owing to accidents.

Prioritizing client satisfaction while functioning with utmost integrity – these aren’t just hollow words we use. These are driving principles inside every courtroom where we argue passionately on behalf of our clients’ rights and entitlements. We are not simply there to represent you legally but also understand that emotional support plays an equally important role in dealing with these traumatic life events.

We invite you now to take action towards reclaiming your life post this heartbreaking incident. It begins by clicking on the button below as a step closer towards both empowering yourself with updated information regarding how much potentially could your case be worth and taking control of demanding justice rightfully owed after experiencing what could arguably be considered one of life’s hardest hits. At Carlson Bier, while we cannot guarantee particular results since each case presents unique circumstances clustered around individual specifics involved – nonetheless, we assure unwavering commitment till reaching fair resolution that respects every client’s trust placed upon us along 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 Paw Paw

Cycling Incidents

Focused on legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Providing professional legal advice for individuals of major burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Clinical Negligence

Delivering specialist legal advice for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Obligation

Addressing cases involving faulty products, delivering adept legal guidance to victims affected by harmful products.

Elder Misconduct

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Trip Injuries

Specialist in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking recovery for their damages.

Infant Injuries

Offering legal help for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents get fair recompense for wounds and destruction.

Motorbike Crashes

Committed to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Semi Incident

Extending experienced legal services for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for injuries.

Worksite Crashes

Engaged in representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Neurological Traumas

Dedicated to ensuring compassionate legal support for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

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

Foot-traveler Accidents

Specializing in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Unfair Death

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and expert legal representation to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to representing patients with paralysis, offering specialized legal services to secure compensation.

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