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When involved in a bicycle accident, you need an experienced attorney who understands the intricacies of injury law and can champion your rights effectively. Carlson Bier is that ideal choice for those seeking qualified legal representation. Whilst we skillfully serve clients across numerous cities, our proven success with previous cases in Stockton makes us a noteworthy option for bicycle accidents within this area.

Possessing deep familiarity with local laws involving cyclists, we are adept at assembling solid claims on behalf of victims enduring personal injuries. Our lawyers tenaciously fight insurance companies denying rightful claims using our vast knowledge and experience. For every single case taken up by Carlson Bier attorneys, we strive to achieve just compensation for medical expenses, lost earnings and other damages related to the incident.

Navigating legal battles alone is arduous; allow our skilled team light your path towards justice after a traumatic biking accident. Trust us as countless others have—with their pressing legal concerns—and witness first-hand why we thrive above competition when it comes to securing superior results in bicycle accident cases.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Stockton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, your safety and legal rights are our top priorities. Our personal injury law firm, based in Illinois, works tirelessly to support clients who encounter various forms of personal adversity including those stemming from bicycle accidents. Despite the joys and benefits that cycling offers, it also carries potential dangers that can lead to serious injuries or even fatal incidents.

When engaging in a bicycle ride, interaction with motor vehicles is inevitable. Unfortunately, this frequently turns into collisions causing traumatic harm to bicyclists because of the lack of physical protection compared to car occupants. Common causes involve distracted driving by motorists, failure to observe right-of-way rules at intersections or poorly maintained roads altogether. An understanding of these underlying factors is crucial when seeking justice for victims involved in such unfortunate occurrences.

Bicycle accidents can carry long-term consequences which often include:

• Physical injuries varying from minor scrapes to catastrophic harm like fractures or head trauma.

• Psychological suffering inflicted by the accident’s distressing experience.

• Financial loss from medical expenses and repair or replacement cost for damaged property.

• Loss of livelihood especially when the victim relies on cycling as their primary mode of commuting.

All these points emphasize why you need a dedicated legal representation that focuses extensively on the complexity surrounding personal injury cases tied with bicycle accidents. At Carlson Bier, we take pride in serving our clients diligently through combining industry knowledge and personalized approach where every case dispatched merits its unique strategy hence providing an edge during legal proceedings.

We recognize the multi-faceted nature buried within details linked with each incident hence initiating comprehensive investigations collecting essential evidence such as CCTV footage if available, photographical content detailing aftermath scenes, interviewing witnesses and drafting meticulous police reports aimed at reinforcing your claim.

Our commitment extends further into enlightening our esteemed clients about their rights under Illinois’ law safeguarding cyclists against negligent drivers ultimately resulting in safer roads encouraging more people onto bicycles reducing carbon emissions besides fostering healthier lifestyles yet retaining tranquil outdoor experiences.

Remember: You are not alone. We are here to ensure that your rights are protected, your recovery is prioritized, and you receive the compensation you deserve for your losses. Our experienced attorneys will guide you through every step of the legal process while providing empathetic support aimed at lightening this weighty burden carried in an effort to restore normalcy into your life.

At Carlson Bier, we believe justice delayed is justice denied which fuels our vigorous pursuit aimed towards holding those responsible accountable whilst securing substantial settlements or court verdicts ensuring their harmful actions do neot go unpunished. We understand how devastating this experience can be for victims hence valuing utmost transparency expressible by our no-win-no-fee pledge guaranteeing minimal financial risk should we fail to obtain compensation on your behalf.

Have you or someone close endured a bicycle accident in Illinois? nAs much as each situation remains unique in its own way making it difficult to quantify precisely without understanding the specific circumstances surrounding each event’s details thoroughly, we’re ready to provide diligent help fixing it. Know what translates into worthiness concerning personal injury case tied with bicycle accidents today!

Curious about how much your case could potentially be valued at? Click on the button below and let our team of dedicated personal injury attorneys guide you through finding out how much acclaim owed emanates from rightful arguments based on concrete evidence assembled collectively over time. Pursue righteousness knowing fully well that biking safely shouldn’t deprive anyone of their lives leaving behind grieving loved ones counting incurred losses sparked by negligent individuals whose actions could have been prevented if due caution was taken into account earlier before culminating into irreparable damages!

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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 Stockton

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Scald Burns

Providing adept legal advice for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Healthcare Carelessness

Providing professional legal advice for persons affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Fault

Managing cases involving defective products, providing specialist legal assistance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Malpractice

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip & Slip Accidents

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking compensation for their damages.

Infant Traumas

Extending legal support for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Mishaps: Committed to aiding patients of car accidents secure just remuneration for harms and impairment.

Bike Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Big Rig Crash

Delivering specialist legal advice for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for harms.

Building Site Collisions

Committed to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Harms

Committed to ensuring compassionate legal representation for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Wounds

Skilled in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

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

Undeserved Demise

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and professional legal support to ensure restitution.

Neural Damage

Focused on defending individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal representation to secure recovery.

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