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When you have become a victim of a bicycle accident in San Jose, navigating the complex world of legal proceedings is demanding. This is where Carlson Bier steps into play. With an extended history in efficiently handling personal injury cases related to bicycle accidents, this Illinois-based law firm provides rigorous advocacy for clients who deserve justice and compensation for their sufferings. The attorneys at Carlson Bier are dedicated professionals who delicately handle each case with the sole aim to achieve maximum settlements. Utilizing extensive knowledge and resources available at their disposal, they ascertain that every element of your case is thoroughly examined leading on to successful litigation or negotiation process. As you recover from such traumatic events as bicycle accidents—physical injuries or emotional distresses—you need not bear an added burden of working around legal intricacies; let established experts like Carlson Bier serve your rightful purpose instead considering them as your Bicycle Accidents lawyer can be the best choice towards getting compensated fairly and justifiably.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in San Jose Illinois

Carlson Bier understands that navigating through the complications and uncertainties of a bicycle accident can be overwhelming. As an established Illinois personal injury attorney group, our sole focus is to provide expert guidance and legal representation to those involved in such incidents; ensuring your rights are protected and your deserving compensation obtained.

Bicycle accidents, small or big, may result in unexpected trauma, financial burden, not to mention immense physical pain. Recognizing these challenges, we are here with comprehensive professional services backed by our vast experience dealing with issues related to bicycle accidents.

Several elements play into determining liability in a bicycle accident which can include violations of traffic laws or regulations and negligence by drivers. Close analysis of incident reports along with evidence collection at the scene is needed. Accidents also closely tie into insurance companies as they routinely attempt to minimize their liability by rejecting claims or offering reduced settlements.

The consequences following a bike accident can leave you struggling physically and financially:

– Medical costs: Injury treatment could cost thousands depending on its severity

– Loss of income: Inability to work due to injuries could severely impact your livelihood

– Property damages: Your bike might need repair/replacement

– Pain & Suffering: Emotional distress caused due to the accident

Your safety is priceless and when it’s compromised due to someone else’s negligence it’s essential that justice is served. We possess in-depth expertise in all facets of cycling-related cases – from analyzing details of the event, negotiating with insurance firms, careful observation for damage evaluations up until securing significant compensations for clients via settlements or successful trials.

Illinois statute law provides cyclists involved in accidents certain rights including obtaining full compensation for damages suffered till date – from medical bills (present & future), earning capacity loss or permanent disabilities brought about by the incident. Carlson Bier ensures these statutory rights aren’t forfeited but rather enforced strictly while fighting your case.

What makes us stand out amongst other personal injury attorneys?

– Extensive experience: Handling countless bicycle accident cases successfully

– Team of experts: include researchers, legal aides & practicing attorneys

– Tireless commitment: Providing top-notch legal aid that ensures the best outcome possible for our clients

We are well aware of how traumatic incidents like these can shatter lives in mere split seconds. At Carlson Bier, we strive to prevent further hardship and guide you through this strenuous process by taking a consultative approach towards understanding and building your case.

The first step is always about acquiring detailed information related to the event – which unfortunately doesn’t end at the site but often includes going up against insurance firms who will do whatever it takes to pay as little as possible. But with us by your side, you can be assured of relentless representation.

You deserve complete transparency during this challenging phase hence we ensure consistent communication, keep you updated on proceedings while patiently answering all queries & concerns. We believe empowering our clients with knowledge helps them make informed decisions resulting in optimized outcomes.

Know that fighting back after a bike accident shouldn’t feel like an insurmountable task! If you or someone close is caught in such unfortunate circumstance remember – You’re not alone!

Being adept Illinois personal injury attorney group, we assure no stone remains unturned when it comes to safeguarding your rights whilst attaining just compensation under state law provisions. Recognize that this difficult time demands expert guidance and authentic advocacy that’s ready to champion your cause relentlessly.

Thus, don’t delay any further! Click the button below right now and discover exactly how much your personal injury case could potentially be worth! Let Carlson Bier steer you towards rightful justice after a devastating bicycle accident.

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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 San Jose

Cycling Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Extending specialist legal advice for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Ensuring dedicated legal advice for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Fault

Taking on cases involving defective products, delivering specialist legal services to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip and Slip Occurrences

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking redress for their injuries.

Infant Damages

Supplying legal guidance for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Collisions

Mishaps: Focused on assisting sufferers of car accidents get equitable settlement for harms and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Specializing in providing legal support for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Trucking Crash

Ensuring professional legal services for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Committed to representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Neurological Harms

Focused on delivering expert legal assistance for individuals suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Injuries

Proficient in handling cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Committed to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Undeserved Demise

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and expert legal support to ensure restitution.

Backbone Trauma

Expert in defending patients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal assistance to secure settlement.

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