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Navigating the aftermath of a bicycle accident can be an overwhelming ordeal. Amidst handling personal injuries, understanding legal complexities may seem daunting. This is where Carlson Bier steps in which has established itself as a premier legal consultant for Bicycle Accidents. Being resolute advocates who fight for victim’s rights head on, our seasoned attorneys equip you with comprehensive guidance throughout your claim process and fervently work towards secure maximum compensation on your behalf. Our adeptness to evaluate every intricate aspect of bicycle accidents along with aggressive negotiation skills, have resulted into substantial financial recoveries over years of practice empowering victims regain control over their lives post devastating incidents while ensuring justice takes its route. When considering an expert by your side through this challenging period addressing pivotal affairs like liability determination or damage evaluation and helping garner lawful recompense smoothly – reckon Carlson Bier; offering sheer excellence in advocacy across every case they represent defined by diligence, expertise & profound commitment! Trust us to turn intimidating litigation into promising victory! With Carlson Bier choose not just any lawyer but THE Bicycle Accident Lawyer!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Washington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are driven by a deep commitment to advocate for victims of personal injury accidents and safeguard their rights. We specialize in handling an array of personal injury cases, with a particular emphasis on bicycle accidents. Headquartered in Illinois, our prolific team comprises practiced attorneys who have a remarkable track record in championing the cause of clients tangled in bicycling mishaps.

Bicycle accidents are typically some of the most catastrophic events anyone can encounter, owing to the lack of physical protection that cyclists possess compared to drivers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports reveal that each year thousands fall victim to such calamities across the U.S., leading to severe injuries and sometimes even loss of life. The residual emotional trauma post such incidents can also be debilitating.

When you engage our services following a bicycle accident, you avail yourself of decades’ worth of acquired expertise and experience that enables us to objectively scrutinize every facet related to your case:

• Thorough investigation: Ascertaining fault can often be convoluted in bicycle accidents. Our lawyers meticulously investigate every aspect surrounding your unfortunate incident.

• Pursuit of compensation: We believe in tenaciously advocating for our clients to help them receive fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, pain and suffering among other damages sustained.

• Negotiation with insurance companies: Our formidable negotiation skills come into play when dealing with less-than-cooperative insurance corporations trying hard not pay fair reparations for people’s losses caused due to negligence or reckless conduct by their insured parties.

In Illinois, as per state law stipulations relevant statutes define specific obligations motorists owe toward bicyclists along with comprehensive regulations about safe cycling habits. Violating these mandated duties forms legal grounds for claiming negligence on part ill-informed or careless drivers causing harm.

Understanding how pivotal it is striking the right balance between advocating aggressively while maintaining sensitivity towards needs of distressed clients dealing aftermath painful catastrophes; Carlson Bier focuses primarily on rendering personalized, compassionate lawyering service without compromising high level of excellence we are synonymous for. Regardless complexities your situation poses related to bicycle accidents; count on us to stand beside you every step way.

At Carlson Bier, we not only pride ourselves in providing informative and sharper insights into personal injury law but also ensuring that our esteemed clients feel valued and heard throughout the duration of their case. Through this platform dedicated to bicycling accidents, our progressively minded attorneys aim at keeping people apprised about critical legal perspectives attending such incidents and contribute constructively toward promoting safe cycling cultures.

Remember: You’re not alone in your journey towards seeking justice post a bicycle accident. As committed personal injury lawyers based in Illinois, we strive tirelessly to ensure that victims like yourself have access to the high-quality legal representation they rightfully deserve. Click on the button below to find out how much your case might be worth as per our assessment grounded in an exhaustive evaluation of incident specifics and legal yardsticks applicable within Illinois jurisdiction framework. Allow us at Carlson Bier- championing victim rights against odds since inception- guiding you through it all.

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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 Washington

Cycling Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Flame Damages

Offering adept legal assistance for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Clinical Negligence

Extending experienced legal representation for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Obligation

Addressing cases involving faulty products, offering skilled legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Abuse

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Trip Incidents

Specialist in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Injuries

Supplying legal guidance for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Collisions

Collisions: Dedicated to guiding victims of car accidents gain appropriate compensation for wounds and destruction.

Bike Incidents

Expert in providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Semi Collision

Offering adept legal services for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for damages.

Worksite Mishaps

Engaged in assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Head Harms

Specializing in extending compassionate legal assistance for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Adept at dealing with cases for victims who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Passing

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal representation to ensure justice.

Vertebral Trauma

Dedicated to advocating for persons with paralysis, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure redress.

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