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Bicycle accidents can induce immersing damages physically, emotionally and financially. When you’re a rider involved in such an incident in Roxana – the trusted Carlson Bier attorney group stands steadfast by your side. Leaning on their mastery over personal injury law, they discern legal complexities with precision. They’ve successfully advocated for myriad clients who suffered bicycle-related accidents – turning daunting judicial tug-of-wars into assured settlements or litigation victories. Their comprehensive understanding of Illinois’s traffic laws aid in building overpowering cases that unequivocally project the fault of perpetrators. Besides lore-like knowledge, what distinguishes Carlson Bier is their compassionate approach to every client’s ordeal: justifying each claim economically as per specific individual hardship brought upon by these unfortunate bike mishaps; a paramount focus at Carlson Bier where full-fledged vindication is the target! Thus when navigating through challenging aftermaths of Bicycle Accidents in truehearted Roxana – count on Carlson Bier– pioneers transforming adversity into rightful compensation.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Roxana Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are passionate about representing people who have suffered a personal injury. Our expertise extends to a variety of injuries sustained in numerous scenarios, and we take special interest in bicycle accidents in Illinois. Understanding the dynamics and legal implications associated with this type of accident is crucial to protecting your rights and receiving just compensation.

Bicycle accidents can occur under various circumstances—reckless driving, driver’s negligence, poor road conditions or defective vehicle equipment—to name some instances. When these unfortunate events happen, they often result in severe injuries due to the vulnerability of cyclists on the roads.

Key Points About Bicycle Accidents:

-Unlike motorists, cyclists do not have any physical protection apart from perhaps a helmet; hence their injuries tend to be more serious

-Bicyclists have equal right to use the roads as motorists

-Bicyclists need extra precautions because drivers often overlook them on the road

-Accordingly, motor vehicle drivers bear additional responsibilities toward bicyclist safety

If you become involved in such an accident while cycling, it is significant that you understand your rights and how recompense procedures operate within Illinois law.

In Illinois, bicycle riders are entitled to compensation for medical bills directly related to their accident-induced injuries. Additional damages recovered may include loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering endured during recovery – both physical pain and emotional distress can be compensated.

Another noteworthy aspect of pursuing a claim following a bike accident entails establishing liability. The State of Illinois requires proof that another motorist’s negligence caused the collision: disregarding traffic laws or signs; driving under influence; distracted driving etc., would constitute examples of negligence.

The legal team at Carlson Bier has extensive experience dealing with cases similar yours. We work tirelessly navigating through intricate court procedures so you won’t need to face these oftentimes daunting tasks single-handedly. Furthermore,

the combined knowledge of our attorneys guarantees skilled interpretation of how laws apply uniquely towards every client’s case.

We approach all matters on a contingency basis, meaning you only pay us when we win your case. We strive for justice, and our objective is to ensure victims receive the highest possible compensation.

On our website, driving home our commitment to transparency, we provide numerous resources that aim to help educate and equip you in understanding your rights following an accident. Crucially, nothing comes close to personalized advice from a specialist who can guide you through every step of this intricate process—beginning with diving deep into the specifics of your situation and ending in optimistic completion

Here at Carlson Bier, our primary goal is making sure all bike accident victims have access to excellent legal representation no matter their situation or circumstance. We carry ample experience advocating for bike-accident victims against insurance companies—we understand their strategies and tactics—making us uniquely positioned to secure the best results saving you time while relieving stress associated with litigation.

Take advantage of everything Carlson Bier has on offer by clicking the button below. Not only will it give you a better understanding of how much your case may potentially be worth—it also represents your first step towards victory and achieving rightful compensation. Remember: The objective is securing what’s justly yours and we gladly stand at ready knowing exactly how best achieve this for you.

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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 Roxana

Bicycle Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Giving specialist legal support for people of intense burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Extending expert legal advice for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, extending adept legal help to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Abuse

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

Slip & Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their suffering.

Newborn Damages

Offering legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Mishaps

Accidents: Concentrated on helping clients of car accidents gain fair settlement for harms and losses.

Scooter Accidents

Specializing in providing legal support for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Trucking Mishap

Providing adept legal services for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for damages.

Building Site Mishaps

Committed to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Brain Harms

Committed to ensuring expert legal representation for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Accidents

Committed to legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unfair Fatality

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and skilled legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Harm

Focused on assisting clients with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal support to secure justice.

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