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About Carlson Bier Associates

Struggling with the aftermath of a bicycle accident? Carlson Bier, a top-notch personal injury law firm in Illinois, is your trusted ally. Our proven track record speaks volumes for our dedication to championing clients’ rights. Bicycle accidents can result in severe physical injuries and overwhelming financial burdens. At Carlson Bier, we navigate through these complexities to secure just compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage and pain & suffering. We’re not solely focused on the legal side – we genuinely care about getting you back on your feet. Still wondering why consider us as your attorney? It’s simple: we offer unparalleled expert representation tailor-made to every client’s unique circumstance fueled by our relentless engagement with River Grove bicycling community stirrings and affairs; giving us an advantageous insight into local bicycle laws that directly translates into our prowess in litigation or negotiation settings alike– always striving for the best possible outcome for all parties involved.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in River Grove Illinois

At the esteemed law firm of Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on providing specialized legal services for victims of personal injuries throughout the state of Illinois. A significant part of our litigious work includes advocating for those unfortunate individuals who have sustained grave injuries in bicycle accidents.

Bicycle accidents can happen in an unexpected instant but leave a lasting impact on a person’s life. Everyday bicyclists find themselves sharing streets with motor vehicles and due to this coexistence, painful collisions occur even when practicing safety rules to the letter. These accidents can lead to serious and sometimes irreversible damages including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, bone fractures, dislocations, or worse.

When involved in such heart-rending situations, victims may face enormous financial stress from medical bills piling up and ongoing treatments required for recovery. They often grapple mentally with pain and suffering resulting not just from their physical wounds but also loss of earnings capacity if they’re unable to resume regular jobs.

However bleak it may seem at first glance, there is reliable recourse available. As personal injury attorneys specializing in this field; we insist you must know your rights as a bicyclist victim:

• You hold the right to seek monetary compensation for your medical costs.

• You possess the legal right to pursue damages for your lost income.

• And you absolutely deserve recompense for any mental anguish endured as a result of someone else’s negligence.

It’s imperative that beyond knowing your rights; you are aptly guided through these complex claims processes which can be confusing especially during post-accident trauma. This is where dedicated legal expertise comes into play.

Carlson Bier possesses years of combined experience skillfully assisting hundreds of bicycle accident victims across Illinois retrieve rightful compensation due them by pursuing aggressive negotiation tactics with insurance companies or taking matters through trials if necessitated.

We intricately understand how these cases operate — reviewing police reports and witness statements while gathering crucial evidences such as traffic camera footage. Our team is committed to meticulously preparing the strongest case possible for you, upholding your best interests at heart.

Timeliness matters considerably in cases of bicycle accidents due its direct impact on gathering strong evidence. Consequently, we strongly encourage victims to seek expert legal advice quickly post-accident and refrain from discussing any aspects of their ordeal directly with insurance adjusters without a lawyer present.

Carlson Bier is not just an office name rather it’s a deeply trusted brand that represents comprehensive knowledge and devotion towards our clients’ welfare. We stand uniquely placed among law firms within Illinois serving personal injury claimants, such as bicycle accident victims because we invest the time needed to know each client personally.

Our commitment doesn’t cease with achieving successful verdicts or settlements; we go beyond by helping our clients facilitate repair or replacement for damaged bicycles, guide through medical treatment or helping recover lost wages all while studying how these factors relate to their overall compensation.

Transparency is key to lasting relationships and it reflects in our engagement model where regardless of financial standing every potential client receives free initial consultation essential in decision-making before formally pursuing a claim or lawsuit.

Enduring a traumatic experience triggers many questions — What will this mean for my future? Who will pay my medical bills? How am I going to take care of my family if I can’t work?

No doubt, experiencing these emotions feel overwhelming but remember – You are not alone! Carlson Bier stands alongside you during this challenging journey determinedly navigating towards rightful justice under Illinois personal injury law provisions.

Are you ready to embark this journey with us and find out what your case might be worth? Don’t wait another minute pondering over it; click on the button below right now! Seize this opportunity ensuring you secure every benefit entitled under law.Be assured that when working with Carlson Bier; justice isn’t merely sought but ardently achieved. With us by your side, let’s together transform this distressing situation into one of triumph against adversity.

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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 River Grove

Bicycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Traumas

Extending adept legal help for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Medical Carelessness

Ensuring expert legal representation for victims affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Obligation

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, delivering adept legal assistance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Senior Malpractice

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble and Fall Injuries

Expert in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking recovery for their injuries.

Infant Wounds

Extending legal help for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Incidents: Devoted to aiding victims of car accidents secure appropriate remuneration for hurts and harm.

Scooter Incidents

Specializing in providing legal services for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring experienced legal representation for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for damages.

Building Collisions

Committed to assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Head Harms

Expert in offering specialized legal support for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Expertise in managing cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Specializing in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unfair Demise

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Neural Impairment

Expert in advocating for individuals with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal representation to secure settlement.

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