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When faced with the intimidating aftermath of an unfortunate bicycle accident in South Lawndale, expert legal assistance can provide hope amid despair. Carlson Bier is positioned to handle any such adversity and navigate you faithfully through your personal injury claim process. Our extensive knowledge across Illinois’s unique personal injury laws constitutes a significant factor that sets us apart, bolstering our resolve as proficient attorneys specializing in Bicycle Accidents litigation. We empathize intimately with victims dealing with traumatic injuries or loss, fighting tirelessly to obtain rightful compensation for all damages incurred due to these harrowing incidents. Carlson Bier prides itself on high-caliber advocacy while maintaining cordial client relationships throughout the challenging process. The firm’s dedication against negligent parties who fail to respect bicyclists’ equal road rights illustrates strong commitment vis-à-vis clients deserving promising representation revolving around Bicycle Accidents lawyering needs at an affordable cost without compromising quality service delivery standards within Illinois and beyond.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in South Lawndale Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to providing top-tier legal representation for victims of bicycle accidents across Illinois. Our vast experience in handling personal injury cases enables us to provide the expertise necessary when representing individuals who have been injured due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct in a bicycle accident.

Bicycle accidents can result in severe and sometimes fatal injuries. As a cyclist, you should know your rights and understand what you may be entitled to should an accident occur. At the heart of our mission at Carlson Bier is education — we believe that by equipping you with knowledge about local laws concerning bicycle safety and accidents, we empower you not just as clients, but also as road users.

There are several key aspects that need attention when discussing bicycle accidents:

• The Role of Negligence: Expertise matters most when determining culpability in these incidents – it typically hinges on whether another party’s negligence caused the accident.

• Helmet Laws: Though there’s no state law mandating helmet usage for bicyclists in Illinois; depending on the circumstances, absence of one could influence the claim process.

• Traffic Rules Compliance: Cyclists must adhere closely to all traffic rules and signs just like any other road user. Any deviations from this can significantly reduce compensation awarded after an accident.

• Visibility Precautions: Using reflectors during low visibility conditions is essential – failure to do so might impact liability determination post-accident.

Being cognizant of these factors provides cyclists with a practical guide for safe conduct on roads while simultaneously alerting them to potential implications should an accident occur.

Regardless of how cautious you are while cycling, there remains a risk quotient stemming from others’ negligent behaviors. If unfortunately involved in such an incident, securing competent legal aid becomes crucial. Prompt reporting is advised alongside photographic evidence collection (if possible) which act as indispensable grounds during lawsuit trials.

Here at Carlson Bier, we thoroughly analyze every individual case, providing personalized counsel to ensure optimal client success. Clients’ worries about upfront fees are assuaged as we operate under a contingency fee basis. Simply put, if you don’t win your case, we don’t charge you our attorney’s fee.

Though legal terms and procedures might seem daunting labyrinths for many, our proficient team at Carlson Bier breaks it down into comprehensible chunks for each of our clients. Our collaborative approach guarantees that all queries are promptly addressed, leaving no room for doubts or ambiguities.

Furthermore, over the past few years, the law regarding personal injury claims related to bicycle accidents has evolved significantly in Illinois. One notable development is the ‘Dutch Reach’ law promoting safer ways for drivers to open their car doors preventing potential collisions with cyclists – an erstwhile common cause leading to numerous bike crash lawsuits.

Time after time, the Carlson Bier team have established themselves as formidable advocates – skillfully negotiating compensation amounts that accurately reflect clients’ pain and suffering on top of covering medical expenses and lost wages.

Your journey towards justice shouldn’t be clouded by fears or apprehensions — entrust your case to us at Carlson Bier ! We invite you warmly to determine just how much your claim could potentially yield: simply click on the button below for an evaluation detailing what your case worth could be. Remember, taking this first step today can exponentially alter tomorrow’s reality!

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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 Lawndale

Bike Crashes

Focused on legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Supplying adept legal advice for patients of major burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Medical Malpractice

Offering experienced legal assistance for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Accountability

Addressing cases involving faulty products, providing specialist legal guidance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Mistreatment

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Trip Mishaps

Adept in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking compensation for their harm.

Infant Harms

Providing legal support for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Crashes: Committed to assisting patients of car accidents gain appropriate recompense for wounds and destruction.

Motorcycle Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Semi Accident

Ensuring specialist legal advice for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just claims for hurts.

Construction Site Mishaps

Concentrated on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Cerebral Damages

Specializing in offering specialized legal advice for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in addressing cases for persons who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Focused on legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Demise

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and professional legal services to ensure restitution.

Spine Damage

Specializing in assisting persons with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure recovery.

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