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The trail of paperwork following bicycle accidents can be daunting. Often, the trauma and stress leave us too overwhelmed to follow due inquiry. In times such as these, allow the seasoned team at Carlson Bier to take control. Serving entire Illinois with an unwavering commitment to justice, we specialize in personal injury cases involving bicycle accidents. Our legal experts meticulously examine every fragment of your case providing an unyielding support towards positive resolution. We endeavor for maximum compensation on behalf of our clients while ensuring their peace throughout this taxing experience: from bargaining with insurance agencies to fighting tooth and nail in courts if necessary

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Smithton Illinois

In the bustling state of Illinois, biking offers a convenient and environmentally-friendly mode of transportation. However, amidst the exhilarating breeze and scenic routes, there lies a significant risk – bicycle accidents. At Carlson Bier Law Firm, our central focus is representing victims injured in bicycle accidents to ensure they receive just compensation for their physical and emotional trauma.

Bicycle accidents often result from negligent motorists failing to share the road safely with cyclists or due to hazardous conditions like poor street maintenance or defective bike parts. With surprising speed and force exchanged during an accident, bicyclists are prone to devastating injuries as they lack protection compared to vehicle occupants. Broken bones, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), spinal cord damage, severe lacerations – all gradually add up not only to enormous medical bills but also prolonged periods of emotional distress and disability.

As personal injury attorneys specializing in bicycle accidents at Carlson Bier, we deploy rigorous investigation strategies that study the circumstances surrounding the accident meticulously. We work closely with expert witnesses including accident reconstruction specialists, life-care planners & economists who help us evaluate future costs related to your injury. Correspondingly:

• We scrutinize police reports for errors.

• We interview eyewitnesses aiming for meticulous detail recall.

• Establish proof of negligence on behalf of motorist/vehicle operator/city municipality/bicycle manufacturer.

• Vigilantly push against insurance companies that typically undervalue claims.

Accident laws can be complicated for laypersons; hence we present complex legal jargon through simple language you can comprehend easily – because true power comes through understanding your rights! Here’s what you need to know about Illinois bike law:

• Every cyclist has equal right-of-way as any motorist unless explicitly stated by signs/signals

• Cyclists must use defined bike-lanes whenever possible

• Riding two abreast is allowed only if it doesn’t slow down traffic

Remember – establishing liability isn’t always straightforward; multiple parties may bear responsibility for your accident, including yourself. However, Illinois follows a doctrine known as “Modified Comparative Negligence,” meaning you could still recover a portion of damages even if found partially at fault.

It is here that Carlson Bier’s litigation experience comes into play. We commit to advocate fiercely on your behalf, ensure negligent parties are held accountable and strive relentlessly for the maximum compensation available under Illinois law. Here’s a snapshot of what we’ve obtained for our clients: Medical bills & future healthcare expenses, Lost wages & decreasing earning capacity, Pain – physical/emotional distress, Punitive damages in cases of reckless injury infliction

By choosing Carlson Bier to represent you after a bicycle accident in Illinois (not specifying city due to legal reasons), we assure personalized attention to every case; no client situation is ever too small or too complex for us to handle. Navigating through the aftermath of an accident can be overwhelming but rest assured knowing that our firm will provide empathetic yet professional support throughout. Aiming beyond just fiscal recovery, we focus on rebuilding your life post-incident while you concentrate solely on healing.

Carlson Bier takes pride in its fact-oriented approach aimed at delivering positive results quickly and efficiently regardless of case complexity. Our track record showcases numerous victories where we’ve fought tooth-and-nail representing victims like you. Furthermore, working on a contingency basis means you pay nothing unless we win – indeed your victory indicates ours!

If you fell victim to bicycle accidents and need expert legal advice grounded in years of practice dedicated purely towards personal injury array across Illinois (not referencing any specific city location), powerful representation awaits with Carlson Bier! Do not let confusion regarding rights or procedural formalities limit necessary action taken; explore our website and avail free consultation today itself!

Your journey towards fair compensation begins here with us. Your fight becomes ours from the moment you choose Carlson Bier; because each person deserves justice served right – every time! Now take control of your situation, click on the button below to find out just how much your case is worth with Carlson Bier – committed to create an Illinois safer for all bicycle enthusiasts.

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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 Smithton

Cycling Mishaps

Specializing in legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying professional legal assistance for people of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Healthcare Negligence

Providing professional legal representation for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Responsibility

Managing cases involving defective products, offering specialist legal support to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Neglect

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Tumble Mishaps

Expert in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking restitution for their damages.

Childbirth Harms

Supplying legal guidance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Crashes: Devoted to aiding clients of car accidents obtain reasonable settlement for wounds and destruction.

Bike Crashes

Specializing in providing representation for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Truck Crash

Offering expert legal representation for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for injuries.

Building Accidents

Engaged in supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cerebral Harms

Committed to delivering professional legal support for persons suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Specialized in tackling cases for people who have suffered traumas from dog bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Demise

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Spine Injury

Dedicated to assisting clients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal services to secure settlement.

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