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About Carlson Bier Associates

Have you been involved in a bicycle accident in Rochester? The aftermath can be overwhelming – medical bills, property damage, not to mention the emotional trauma. You need an expert legal representative who knows exactly how to help – that’s where Carlson Bier comes into play. Specializing in personal injury law with a focus on bicycle accidents, we have upheld justice for countless cyclists and fought rigorously against insurance companies that refuse fair compensation. Our well-versed team at Carlson Bier, has extensive experience dealing with laws directly linked to biking incidents which make us resilient advocates. Choosing Carlson Bier means opting for meticulous investigation of your case and dedicated commitment towards securing maximum recovery for your losses and damages. Allow us to shoulder this burden so you can focus fully on your healing journey, free from the stress of bureaucracy and paperwork associated with case preparations or court proceedings regarding bike-related mishaps.The choice is clear: when it comes to handling Bicycle Accidents cases proficiently ,Carlson Bier champions excellence.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Rochester Illinois

At the law firm of Carlson Bier, our skilled personal injury attorneys comprehend the dangers that cyclists face on Illinois roads every day. Every year, countless bicycle accidents happen due to negligent or inattentive motorists and often leading to severe injuries with lasting implications. We are committed to representing victims of such unfortunate incidents, promoting awareness about bicycle safety, and pushing for your rights legally.

Cyclists have similar privileges as other road users but they’re also uniquely vulnerable. Apart from bruises and scrapes common in minor accidents, collisions can cause serious injuries like broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage etc. These can rob you of your quality of life or render you unable to work permanently.

It is critical to illustrate some key elements following a bike accident:

• Seeking immediate medical attention

• Gathering information at the scene (including photos & contact details if available)

• Filing an official police report

All these steps will document your case’s narrative effectively; aiding in subsequent legal proceedings.

The most frequent causes of bike accidents include reckless driving by motorist—speeding, ignoring traffic signals—or construction obstacles left carelessly on paths designated for bikers. Whatever be the cause of the accident , it’s imperative that fault is established accurately for fair compensation claims.

If you’ve been injured in a bicycle accident through no fault of your own under Illinois law—you retain the right to demand damages. This may entail compensation not solely covering medical expenditures but also acknowledging pain and suffering caused alongside potential future loss earnings depending upon severity of the incident.

Trust is essential when finding representation after such a traumatizing event. At Carlson Bier we champion effective communication—with clients informed step-by-step during their claim process; always ensuring clarity & reducing stress during these challenging times

We also understand how daunting pursuing a lawsuit must seem post-accident—often provoking more anxiety than relief while recuperating from ordeal physically as well emotionally. Hence why we advocate for a ‘no-win, no-fee’ policy. Simply put, our attorney fees are contingent on winning your claim. We shoulder the risk so you can focus on healing—secure in knowledge that we’re striving tirelessly to obtain rightful compensation due.

Remember: Just because you were cycling at the time of accident doesn’t make it any less impactful than other traffic accidents; hence legal ramifications ought to be alike too. Your injuries matter and so do your rights associated with them.

Our attorneys are experienced within litigation involving bicycle accidents and very knowledgeable about complexities these particular cases might involve—a testament to our perseverance & dedication towards ensuring justice isn’t compromised upon for victims of bike crashes across Illinois.

We take pride in lending our expertise and extensive resources to ascertain each case receives utmost attention, irrespective of its size or nature. We’ve built our reputation serving Illinois residents diligently over years within personal injury space—an evidence of dedication towards extraordinary service delivery while remaining transparent in approach.

As unfortunate as bicycle accidents tend to be—fighting for fair compensation shouldn’t have to amplify that distress further. Our devotion towards making this process easier is what sets us apart – a coveted combination of empathy & legal prowess under one roof! So let’s mitigate suffering together via comprehensive legal assistance riding past this storm concurrently; chalking an effective strategy without enduring added burden whatsoever.

Get started on your journey to recovery knowing Carlson Bier’s trusted professionals stand firmly by side—equipped with right tools at disposal offering invaluable counsel during potentially most difficult phase life posed until now At end day all accounts count—not only where legal matters concerned but also entailing emotional support required thereafter helping regain control destiny once more!

Venture below…discover potential worth tied up within your case today via clicking button provided…time has come demanding reciprocity rightfully yours bestowed finally—experience magic Carlson Bier personified into action alongside witnessing how truly valuable partnering a compassionate personal injury attorney like us invariably becomes following unfortunate incident such as bicycle accidents inflicted upon innocent victims. The journey towards justice begins right here at Carlson Bier—your trusted personal injury attorney group in Illinois!

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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 Rochester

Cycling Crashes

Expert in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or risky conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying expert legal assistance for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Providing specialist legal representation for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Fault

Handling cases involving problematic products, extending expert legal services to consumers affected by defective items.

Senior Abuse

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble and Trip Injuries

Skilled in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking justice for their harm.

Neonatal Damages

Supplying legal support for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Incidents

Crashes: Committed to supporting patients of car accidents secure just payout for hurts and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal support for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

18-Wheeler Crash

Offering specialist legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for harms.

Worksite Accidents

Focused on defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Brain Impairments

Specializing in delivering dedicated legal support for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Specialized in managing cases for people who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Focused on legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unjust Loss

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and adept legal services to ensure fairness.

Backbone Injury

Dedicated to advocating for victims with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal representation to secure justice.

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