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When involved in bicycle accidents, seeking the seasoned counsel of Carlson Bier’s attorneys offers immediate relief and solid reassurance. Our team has dutifully served Illinois for years, honing a distinguished specialty in navigating claims related to bike mishaps. Familiar with Sumner’s unique local culture surrounding cycling and dedicated to offering our unparalleled legal services here as well though we are not based there, our expert guidance ensures all your rights are respected while making compensation negotiation less daunting. Count on us; this is far more than business for our team—we genuinely care about every client’s situation., working tirelessly until justice prevails We go above and beyond to readily debunk insurance companies’ attempts at underpaying deserving victims. Backed by decades of experience representing clients just like you from across Illinois state including Sumner; together we can build a compelling case that secures your deserved settlement and peace-of-mind recovery after experiencing an unfortunate incident on two wheels.Choose Carlson Bier—for wisdom forged in the fire of fair battles fought valiantly on behalf of cyclists.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Sumner Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that among the numerous avenues through which personal injuries may occur, bicycle accidents stand out significantly. We’re acutely conscious of the risks inherent in riding a bike and the potential severity of ensuing injuries. When an individual becomes involved in a bicycle accident in Illinois due to someone else’s negligence or fault, there are legal remedies available to them.

The State of Illinois is no stranger to cases involving bicyclists colliding with moving vehicles while using our roads. Accidents range from minor incidents like abruptly opening car doors to full head-on collisions. As an established law firm specializing in personal injury claims, Carlson Bier brings exceptional expertise and understanding when dealing with bicycle accident matters.

Several factors play pivotal roles contributing to these unfortunate incidents:

• Unexpected Obstacles: Bike lanes strewn with leaves or other debris could lead to obstacles for cyclists.

• Construction Work: Unmarked construction areas can pose hazards leading to abrupt stops or changes in direction.

• School Zones: These are high-risk areas due to heavy traffic mixed with children not always being aware of their surroundings.

On account of these reasons and many more, cyclists must be attentive at all times; however, despite reasonable precautions taken by cyclists, accidents still happen often mainly due to others’ negligence or disregard for safe driving practices. At Carlson Bier, we believe firmly that should you become victimized as a result of such negligence; you ought not shoulder the burden alone.

Victims typically suffer numerous hardships – physical pain associated with resultant burns, fractures, internal bleeding coupled with emotional distress and financial strain arising from medical bills and lost wages.

When handling bicycle accidents cases, our approach involves:

* Understanding Your Circumstances: Each case varies obtaining thorough insights into your situation help us comprehend completely how the said incident has impacted on your life.

* Detailed Investigation: Gathering supportive evidence important navigating potential battlegrounds required proving liability.

* Evaluating Damages: Close assessment of incurred economic costs, emotional distress and future implications contributes essential to secure you fair compensation.

* Timely Presentation: The statute of limitations for accidents in Illinois is two years; hence meticulous preparation and timely filing are critical.

Let Carlson Bier undertake the hard work on your behalf, assist you in dealing with insurance companies and handle all legal concerns while you concentrate solely on recovery. We fight tenaciously recouping losses for our injured clients be it legwork collecting evidence or litigating assertive claims against liable parties.

Illinois Bicycle Law mandates drivers yielding right of way at intersections, making moves safely respecting cyclists’ paths and avoiding unexpected obstructions. At Carlson Bier we ensure these laws protect individuals like yourself suffering due to others’ negligence; seeing you win rightful settlement commensurate to suffered injuries.

So, why should you choose Carlson Bier? Beyond extensive knowledge within personal injury law domain associated especially with bicycle accidents gained from decades handling such cases – what sets us apart is our devotion towards each client bestowing personalized attention keeping their welfare at heart. That’s how we’ve earned our reputation ensuring just restitution fighting relentlessly for rights while supporting injured riders through traumatic times anchored always by an exemplary track record hallmarking prowess in navigating complex legal landscapes characteristic of Illinois Personal Injury Litigation.

At this point, certainly a myriad questions swirl around your mind – mostly perhaps regarding potential worth a probable claim might hold. Let debilitating worry cease today stepping instead into lighted path empowering knowledge start piecing together aspects salient to your life post-accident.

For a practical sense concerning value behind your possible case – now’s time clicking button provided below subsequently discovering that information readily available offering guidance alleviating doubts! Trust Carlson Bier translating expansive expertise into powerful advocacy deserving accident victims throughout Illinois proving indeed there lays strength even amidst challenging moments solidifying resilience strengthening resolve not simply surviving but emerging triumphant owing firmly rooted faith consistently striving zeal unmatchable excellence personifying every aspect our persona at Carlson Bier.

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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 Sumner

Bicycle Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or risky conditions.

Flame Traumas

Giving adept legal support for victims of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Carelessness

Delivering professional legal services for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Obligation

Addressing cases involving defective products, supplying specialist legal help to customers affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Fall Incidents

Skilled in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking compensation for their damages.

Birth Damages

Supplying legal help for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Accidents: Dedicated to supporting victims of car accidents secure appropriate remuneration for damages and damages.

Motorcycle Accidents

Expert in providing legal support for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Truck Accident

Offering experienced legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Building Site Mishaps

Committed to defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Head Damages

Specializing in extending compassionate legal support for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Skilled in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Specializing in legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Undeserved Passing

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and adept legal services to ensure justice.

Neural Trauma

Expert in representing patients with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal services to secure settlement.

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