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When a bicycle accident disrupts your life, you want experience and expertise on your side. Carlson Bier caters to the legal needs of those affected in Pontiac. With an exemplary track record for handling personal injury cases including bicycle accidents, we strive to level the field against large insurance companies and corporations. Our attorneys profoundly understand how unexpected mishaps impact lives; hence, they adopt a meticulous approach in their investigation with unwavering dedication to ensure maximum compensation for clients’ injuries or loss. We are precedent-setting advocates setting new standards within Illinois’ legal community through our zealous representation resulting in several landmark verdicts benefiting injured cyclists – making us well-poised as your top choice among Bicycle Accident lawyers servicing Pontiac.Belying geographical boundaries while being committed equally towards all clients leading them towards comprehensive recovery is our priority.We at Carlson Bier pride ourselves on this commitment- because everyone deserves justice.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Pontiac Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we champion the cause of personal safety and understand just how critical a safe and secure environment is for every bicycle rider in Illinois. Guided by our drive to protect your rights, our team of seasoned attorneys galvanize their vast experience in handling personal injury cases to provide you the representation that you deserve. We are here to educate, guide and most importantly advocate for victims of bicycle accidents.

For any person to fully comprehend what’s at stake when faced with a bicycle accident situation in Illinois, it is essential to know these significant points:

• Any form of negligence from drivers towards cyclists on the road could result in an accident.

• Accidents may stem from distracted driving or non-adherence to traffic rules.

• A cyclist has the same rights as any other vehicle on the road.

• Inadequate infrastructure or design faults could also potentially lead to hazardous situations.

Often times, bicycle accidents lead not only to physical trauma but also present emotional distress along with substantial financial burden for medical care and rehabilitation. This can culminate into a domino effect causing upheaval in life holistically impacting various aspects such total loss of income due working days lost due injury recovery timeouts and compounding mental stress resulting from stark lifestyle changes during recovery period.

With this understanding, comes the commitment by us at Carlson Bier asserting that obtaining rightful compensation for all present and future damages should be more than just an afterthought. Our elite group of personal injury attorneys understand that compassionately guiding you through the legal process distinctively reflects who we are as professionals committed to serving you wholeheartedly.

Navigating through insurance claims post-accident often seems like traversing a maze – complicated claim processes hinder quick assistance when needed crucially; making it clear that having professional guidance is invaluable while dealing with insurance companies.

The approach at Carlson Bier is firmly rooted in realizing decisive justice characterized by maximum settlement value possible for your case – all, predicated on well-established legal principles and our tireless zeal for client advocacy. Our record of substantial verdicts is testament to the fact that we leave no stone unturned in ensuring you receive every bit of compensation you are entitled to.

Though situated not in Pontiac but indeed serving clients throughout Illinois, Carlson Bier excels at handling a wide array of personal injury cases with bicycle accidents being one of its niche specialties. It is warranted to note that while addressing your need for rightful justice, we also lay equal importance on imparting educative insight about each step involved in such legal predicaments – thus offering ardent representation as well as informed counsel.

A bicycle accident should never undo the joy and freedom associated with riding; it should rather push us all to work harder towards creating safer spaces for everyone. By choosing Carlson Bier, you opt not just for an attorney but a companion who stands by your side at this challenging phase – simplifying complexities, resolving doubts and most importantly pursuing justice relentlessly.

Your journey towards achieving lawful right starts here with us today! To get a clear understanding on the extent and value of your case without any obligation whatsoever from your end, click on the button below now. Embark upon this crucial path toward claiming what rightfully belongs to you under professional guidance from Carlson Bier.

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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 Pontiac

Bicycle Crashes

Specializing in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Burn Wounds

Offering professional legal help for victims of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Clinical Misconduct

Offering experienced legal assistance for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Taking on cases involving defective products, providing skilled legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Trip Mishaps

Expert in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking recovery for their damages.

Newborn Wounds

Delivering legal aid for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Devoted to helping sufferers of car accidents obtain fair remuneration for harms and losses.

Motorbike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal support for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Big Rig Accident

Providing professional legal services for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Worksite Incidents

Engaged in assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cognitive Traumas

Dedicated to delivering specialized legal services for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Committed to legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Neural Damage

Focused on advocating for clients with paralysis, offering professional legal support to secure compensation.

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