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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to bicycle accidents, the stakes are high and the complexities of law demand specialized expertise. That’s where Carlson Bier excels as a trusted authority in this field—one that stands apart with its transformative approach towards legal representation. Guided by an unwavering commitment to safeguard your rights, we relentlessly pursue justice for every individual cyclist involved in unfortunate mishaps on our streets. The poise and precision exhibited by Carlson Bier’s litigation team reflect profound knowledge about Illinois’ specific laws on bicycle accidents—an asset that becomes significant during negotiation or trial. We pride ourselves on offering personalized solutions with utmost transparency so you can shift focus from legal concerns to recovery. Renowned across South Chicago for these very capabilities, who else is more worthy of being considered when seeking skillful advocacy following a devastating bike accident? Therefore, if you need premium quality counsel and support after sustaining injuries in a cycling accident; think no further than Carlson Bier—the best by far!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in South Chicago Illinois

Specializing in personal injury cases, Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law proudly serves the state of Illinois with proficient expertise and impassioned commitment. At Carlson Bier, we understand that bicycle accidents form a distressing part of this area of law, often causing enormous physical suffering and financial upheaval for victims.

Bike riding possesses inherent risks due to factors such as lower visibility compared to larger vehicles and less physical protection. Often unaware or nonchalant, drivers may not share the road equitably, leading to serious bike accidents.

• You must follow the same traffic regulations as other motorists

• Riding your bicycle against traffic is illegal

• You have a right to use an entire lane when necessary

These are just some rules you need to be familiar with when negotiating city streets or serene countryside roads on your bike.

While wearing a helmet can drastically reduce the chances of severe head injuries, it doesn’t necessarily prevent injuries altogether. With cyclists stranded without an airbag or sturdy metal frame for protection during collisions; broken limbs, spinal cord injuries, lacerations – these catastrophic afflictions emerge all too commonly in the aftermath. The medical expenses for surgery and subsequent rehabilitation treatment can also quickly multiply into astronomical figures far beyond any average person’s ability to pay.

At Carlson Bier, our experienced attorneys work tirelessly in pursuit of justice for those who’ve encountered such unpleasant predicaments under no fault of their own. We evaluate every detail minutely associated with your accident – from police reports to witness statements – leaving no room for ambiguity while building a robust case rooted in factual evidence.

We will help establish liability by determining critical aspects like:

• Whether the driver was distracted or negligent

• If there were any infringed traffic laws

• The role (if any) that poor road conditions might have played

If you suffered unspeakable hardship due to reckless driving, ignoring stop signs/red lights or crosswalks interference – rest assured we will not overlook these critical pieces of information.

Insurance negotiations are another crucial facet from a technical standpoint where we extend our professional acumen. Recognizing the strategies insurance companies employ to minimize claims comes naturally to us, and we diligently work towards negotiating the maximum possible compensation on your behalf covering medical bills, lost wages, property damage, or pain & suffering.

Remember this vital claim tip:

• Never sign any documents provided by the other party’s insurance company without consulting with an attorney

By choosing Carlson Bier as your legal representative in bicycle accident cases, you place yourself in compassionate – yet aggressively strategic hands committed to securing justice for you. We always keep our clients’ best interests at heart while maintaining transparency throughout every step of the process – regularly updating you about case developments ensuring that there’s no ‘information black-out’.

At Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law – Your fight is our fight!

If you or someone close has been unfortunate enough to be involved in a bicycle accident recently address it immediately before overwhelming medical bills start piling up or deadlines to sue expire. It’s imperative that victims pursue their rights diligently following all necessary legal procedures. Don’t be left out in the cold due to lack of correct understanding about laws pertinent to personal injury situations; instead equip yourself with knowledge and adequate support.

Curious how much your case could potentially be worth? Truly fathom what exceptional representation looks like by reaching out today. Click on the button below and let us help establish if substantial remuneration may indeed be within your sights! Together let’s bring clarity amidst chaos – repossessing control over uncertain circumstances driven by unnecessary predicaments thrust upon unsuspecting individuals who deserved better!

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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 South Chicago

Bike Crashes

Proficient in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or dangerous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Giving skilled legal services for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Medical Negligence

Ensuring professional legal support for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Fault

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying adept legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Elder Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Slip Mishaps

Skilled in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Newborn Injuries

Offering legal guidance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Collisions: Devoted to supporting sufferers of car accidents receive reasonable recompense for hurts and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

18-Wheeler Crash

Extending adept legal services for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for injuries.

Worksite Mishaps

Engaged in assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Impairments

Focused on delivering dedicated legal representation for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Damages

Adept at tackling cases for persons who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Expert in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unjust Loss

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and professional legal support to ensure redress.

Vertebral Injury

Expert in advocating for patients with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal assistance to secure recovery.

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