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About Carlson Bier Associates

As an authoritative entity in the business of personal injury law, Carlson Bier stands as your optimal choice for bicycle accident legal assistance. Our nuanced understanding of state and local laws has been shaped by decades of competent representation due to our commitment toward upholding justice and serving Illinois residents who are victims of cycling mishaps. If you find yourself involved in a bike misfortune around Riverton, it’s crucial to select a firm like ours that remains consistently updated on prevalent issues within this jurisdiction. We deeply understand how daunting the aftermath can be: navigating insurance claims, fighting for rightful compensation- every step can become monumentally challenging with increasing complexities. Relying on us, the expertise at Carlson Bier will streamline this process while ensuring your rights remain protected throughout proceedings because we value each victim’s unique story and treat it accordingly with ultimate respect & dedication. Choosing Carlson Bier means choosing seamless professional guidance tailored specifically for those impacted by bicycle accidents.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Riverton Illinois

As an Illinois-based personal injury law firm, Carlson Bier takes great pride in utilizing our extensive legal experience and knowledge to provide effective representation for clients who have been involved in bicycle accidents.

Statistically, the rising number of cycling incidents across the state points to a severe concern that needs immediate attention. Interactions with motorists constitute a considerable percentage of these occurrences, which often lead to serious injuries that can significantly impair one’s physical and psychological faculties. Victims come away with more than mere flesh wounds; recurring nightmares, emotional distress, accumulated medical bills or loss of wages are not uncommon after-effects.

Understanding the specifics around such unfortunate events is instrumental towards making proactive measures for prevention and restitution. For instance, do you know that according to the statute 625 ILCS 5/11-1502 of Illinois Vehicle Code; cyclists possess all rights applicable to vehicle drivers? Or how about the specific provisions on helmet laws, night-time reflector requirements or regulations governing riding on sidewalks?

Strategic pointers worth noting include:

• Given equal vehicular rights to bicyclists—as per state law—motorists must maintain due respect and awareness for them on roads.

• Cyclists are obligated by law (where specified) to use bike lanes when available.

• Wearing a helmet while cycling may not be statutory but can become critical defence during negotiations for compensation following an accident.

• It is illegal for anyone over twelve years old to ride bicycles upon sidewalks (unless specifically permitted).

Victims usually grapple with numerous uncertainties post-incident: How will they recover? Who’s responsible? Where should they even begin sorting through layers of intricate legalities? Losses sustained extend beyond medical costs—they encompass wage losses from downtime at work as well as future earning capacity if injuries limit occupational prospects.

This is where we—Carlson Bier—step in zealously advocating to secure your deserved redressal and peace-of-mind as swiftly as possible. Our squad of dedicated personal injury attorneys painstakingly breaks down complex jargon into easily digestible chunks, comprehensively guiding you through each step in the legal process.

At Carlson Bier, we rigorously examine case specifics and investigate corresponding evidence, while strategically planning to counter any defensive maneuvers from opposing parties. Be it a hit-and-run incident or complex factors warranting exhaustive analysis—for instance comparative negligence—we remain committed towards advancing your cause for optimum results: maximum compensation and minimum distress.

Navigating procedures post-bicycle accidents can be overwhelming for the uninitiated; thus, retaining proficient counsel ensures nothing slips through cracks—unleashing potential pitfalls later on. Equally crucial is early action to guard against statues of limitations lapsing such claims under Illinois laws.

Our team remains poised at every juncture assisting extensively with:

• Annoying documentation: Filing accompanying paperwork correctly so you don’t bear unnecessary burdens.

• Copious research: We exhaustively comb through all details around incidents identifying any overlooked facet potentially swinging outcomes in your favour.

• Fearsome negotiation skills: This allows us to square off against formidable insurance company lawyers compelling them into negotiations that favour your interests commensurately.

Why choose Carlson Bier? Because our ethos pledges unwavering commitment towards achieving material justice for victims—just like you—who’ve endured physical harm, psychological slices or financial wounds due to others’ negligent conduct around cycling incidents!

We understand how vital regaining normalcy after enduring trauma can be—it transcends mere pecuniary aspects. Therefore, we treat every case as unique—with utmost care—as though dealing with our own family member’s predicament!

Having pertinent queries addressed offers a preliminary sense of security—which is why we invite you to explore further. Click on the button below to discover just how much your case could potentially be worth under our experienced guidance! Traversing roads fraught with uncertainty might seem daunting—but remember—you’re not alone. Let Carlson Bier stand by you as your assured, solid rock amidst tumultuous tides that can besiege such circumstances. The first step to regaining control starts with a single click—dare to take it today!

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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 Riverton

Bicycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Offering specialist legal help for victims of severe burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Physician Misconduct

Offering expert legal advice for victims affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Liability

Handling cases involving defective products, extending specialist legal assistance to clients affected by harmful products.

Aged Neglect

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Trip Accidents

Professional in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking redress for their harm.

Newborn Harms

Providing legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Accidents: Concentrated on aiding clients of car accidents secure fair remuneration for harms and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Focused on providing legal assistance for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

18-Wheeler Incident

Offering experienced legal advice for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for injuries.

Construction Incidents

Concentrated on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Damages

Expert in offering dedicated legal services for victims suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Injuries

Adept at handling cases for persons who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Collisions

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

Unjust Loss

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal services to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Injury

Expert in assisting victims with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure recovery.

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