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About Carlson Bier Associates

Victims of bicycle accidents in South Jacksonville deserve comprehensive legal representation. As such, Carlson Bier is an exceptional choice for their needs. Based on our wealth of experience handling personal injury cases all over Illinois, we understand the intricate laws governing bicycle incidents and are wholly equipped to support your case effectively. Our established prowess in securing maximum compensation for myriads of injuries incurred highlights our dedication towards achieving judicial fairness for each client’s unique situation.

At Carlson Bier, we champion swift action because rapid response fortifies a powerful lawsuit from day one. We prioritize gathering crucial evidence volitionally supplied by eyewitnesses and procured from accident sites promptly before they distend or vanish seamlessly into obscurity.

Furthermore, our synergistic relationship with reputable medical professionals aids us immensely in cross-examining insurance companies’ claims adjusters’ accounts objectively and accurately.

Ultimately choosing Carlson Bier signifies siding with superior advocacy rooted firmly in justice and unparalleled expertise designed distinctively to secure a more prosperous future after enduring traumatic bicycling mishaps.So don’t endure alone; choose efficiency; choose assurance: Choose Carlson Bier today!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in South Jacksonville Illinois

Dealing with the aftermath of a bicycle accident can be daunting. Amidst medical bills, recovery time, and insurance claims, it’s crucial to have knowledgeable support on your side – especially when seeking legal redress for the harm you’ve suffered. At Carlson Bier, we boast a team of highly skilled personal injury attorneys ready to guide you through this challenging process. Established in Illinois, we bring years of experience in tackling complex bicycle accident cases and strive to secure optimum compensation for impacted victims.

Bicycle accidents often result from various situations including reckless driving by motorists and hazardous road conditions due to city or state negligence. This leads us into an exploration of common causes that often arise:

• Negligent Motorists: Drivers may ignore traffic rules, overlook cyclists on roadways, or drive under the influence.

• Dangerous Roads: Poorly maintained roads or those lacking adequate cycling paths may contribute to accidents.

• Equipment Failure: A malfunctioning part can cause cyclists to lose control and suffer harm.

Knowing these potential triggers assists in identifying who might be liable for your distress following a bicycle incident. Remember though that determining liability requires an evaluation of all aspects surrounding the incident plus any additional relevant factors.

A key misconception about bicycle accidents is that they are less severe than car collisions because of slower speeds involved – but this could not be further from the truth. Cyclists lack protective barriers present in motor vehicles which exposes them even more during impact – leading to significant injuries such as concussions, broken bones and even paralysis.

For these reasons, we cannot stress enough how essential it is promptly seek both medical attention and legal advice following such incidents. Whatever specifics your scenario entails; whether driver fault or dealing with resistant insurers – our aim at Carlson Bier is ensuring you are thoroughly compensated for damages you’ve endured from medical expenses down to emotional trauma across jurisdictions within Illinois where our physical offices reside.

And why trust Carlson Bier? Beyond comprehensive expertise embedded in decades of practice, our personalized approach sets us apart. We recognize that each case bears unique facts and circumstances — we holistically assimilate these then leverage our talented network to secure maximum compensation for each client.

Moreover, Carlson Bier provides an easy initiation process with the initial consultation absolutely free! Think of it as a chance to figure things out – what your case looks like and how our personal injury attorney can help you reach desired objectives without any financial commitment on your part.

We also employ contingency basis billing which is risk-free as you pay only if we successfully settle or win your lawsuit. This model motivates us to go above and beyond in asserting your legal compensation rights; after all, our rewards are tied directly to those recovered in lawsuits lodged on behalf of our clients..

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves in having your interest at heart throughout every step – from medical recovery all the way through the lawsuite’s conclusion.To ensure everyone gets a fair shot at justice, regardless of their financial capabilities, our firm practices under a “no recovery-no fee” policy. This means that unless we recover damages for you either through settlement or winning the trial, you will not be billed for any services rendered by Carlson Bier.

Through this journey called “Justice,” we stay committed to patient guidance while availing necessary resources to build iron-clad cases aimed at securing excellent results whilst explicitly expediting delivery of compensations deserved. Having logged years fighting various bicycle accident cases across Illinois; rest assured that with Carlson Bier by your side- success isn’t just probable…it’s imminent!

So why delay any further? Click on the button below right now and let’s evaluate together how much may rightfully belong to you following the unfortunate happening. Remember, taking prompt action heightens prospects of reaching successful restitutional claims hence initiating proceedings immediately works greatly toward aftermath control post-incidence ensuring paths allowing best outcomes remain wide open.

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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 Jacksonville

Cycling Accidents

Expert in legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Injuries

Extending professional legal assistance for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Healthcare Carelessness

Offering expert legal support for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Obligation

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, delivering expert legal guidance to clients affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Slip Accidents

Expert in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking compensation for their damages.

Birth Damages

Supplying legal guidance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Collisions: Concentrated on aiding sufferers of car accidents secure appropriate recompense for hurts and impairment.

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing representation for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Trucking Accident

Offering specialist legal support for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for losses.

Worksite Mishaps

Dedicated to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Focused on delivering dedicated legal assistance for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Loss

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and experienced legal services to ensure fairness.

Spine Damage

Committed to defending clients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure justice.

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