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When navigating Wenona’s streets, bicycle accidents can unfortunately occur. If you’ve had the misfortune of such an experience, look no further than Carlson Bier for expert legal counsel. We specialize in personal injury cases and have extensive knowledge pertaining specifically to bicycle accidents. Our dedicated attorneys strive tirelessly to safeguard your rights and secure rightful compensation for incurred damages such as medical bills or lost wages due to injury. Through every phase of your case, you can trust our experienced team at Carlson Bier; we strategize thoughtfully with precision unique to each client’s circumstance and persistently negotiate with insurers on your behalf. Serving all across Illinois, our commitment is unwavering and consistent regardless of geographical location – whether it be within bustling city limits or tranquil suburban areas like Wenona. While unfortunate incidents leave one disarrayed, know that no matter where life takes a turn in Illinois – we’re there too! Choosing Carlson Bier means choosing peace of mind after a traumatic event like a bicycle accident.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Wenona Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are passionate advocates dedicated to defending the rights and interests of individuals who have been victims of bicycle accidents. As seasoned personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, with deep knowledge in bicycle accident litigation, we understand the devastating impacts that such injuries can potentially cause both physically and emotionally on affected parties.

Every year in Illinois alone, numerous cyclists suffer from serious injuries or even lose their lives due to an increase in bicycle mishaps. Several of these incidents happen because motorists often disregard traffic rules or fail to notice cyclists on roads. At Carlson Bier, comprehending this escalating issue is critical as it helps us provide proficient representation for our clients.

We aim at educating you with the necessary information regarding bicycle accident laws in Illinois for proactive protection:

• In Illinois, bicycles are regarded as vehicles under traffic laws; hence cyclists hold equal rights just like any other vehicle drivers.

• It’s mandatory that bicyclists stick to the right edge lane whenever feasible.

• Unless turning left or bypassing obstructions/closer vehicles, cyclists must maintain one-way road traffic management.

• Cyclists should signal correctly before all turns or stops and they must yield right-of-way when entering a roadway.

• Only authorized personnel wear a helmet above 8-years-old.

Bicycle accidents result from various scenarios such as driver’s negligence – constant texting while driving, drunk driving; environmental factors – poor road conditions consisting of potholes; aggressive or unleashed dogs causing unwarranted disturbances leading to falls/accidents.

Undeniably traumatic outcomes can transpire from these unfortunate events which encompasses multiple serious injuries involving head traumas (concussions), broken bones/fractures (wrists & collarbone), skin abrasions (“Road Rash”), sprains and strains, dental/jaw injuries extending further upto PTSD symptoms (difficulty sleeping) caused majorly due to anxiety related issues post-encountering such life-threatening situations.

Professional legal action is crucial in securing a proper compensation that you may be entitled to under Illinois law. The key factors taken under consideration when determining bicycle accident claims encompass – the extent of injury, rehabilitation costs, lost wages due to inability to work, pain & suffering affected because of the accident and property (bicycle) damages.

At Carlson Bier’s dedicated team of attorneys will go above and beyond with legal expertise refined by years of experience; thorough investigation strategies on your behalf will entail contacting witnesses, obtaining police reports along with other salient pieces to ensure your case is fortified towards maximum compensation benefits for the incurred hardships.

Unambiguously navigating through this daunting process especially during such vulnerable times can seem overwhelming for victims already drained out dealing with medical procedures or therapies. Having Carlson Bier by your side informs our commitment – providing therapeutic solutions in these tough circumstances whilst creating an impact through effective, efficient representation ensuring rightful settlements are made helping you return back to everyday life journey relieved from financial pressures weighing heavily upon such daunting experiences.

It’s true none prepared you for this unexpected ordeal but remember, you don’t have to face these challenging moments alone! Our skilled personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier are here not only committed towards influencing necessary justice but also prioritising compassionate understanding because we believe – It’s not just about winning cases rather making real differences!

We encourage you today – trust us negotiate settlements compensating effectively reducing final medical bill negotiations on behalf leading coherent closure best suited managing lifetime liabilities caused unexpectedly. Remember it’s in claiming rightly where lies justified closure imparting fresh confidence moving forward decisively steering any unforeseen storms courageously tomorrow!

Want more clarity regarding your rights or curious exploring what might be achievable if choosing professional legal actions? Click below – let our skillful experts evaluate how much compensation can potentially await in your bicycle accident claim because we believe everyone deserves access right ways lead turning around just another day filled hope conferred ahead brighter tomorrows! Here at Carlson Bier, your fight is our fight and we’re ready to take it on. Let us help you navigate this difficult time with ease and earn the compensation you deserve.

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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 Wenona

Bike Mishaps

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

Flame Traumas

Providing professional legal support for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Medical Negligence

Providing experienced legal services for persons affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, supplying skilled legal services to clients affected by defective items.

Elder Misconduct

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip and Stumble Occurrences

Professional in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking justice for their damages.

Newborn Harms

Offering legal guidance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Crashes: Dedicated to helping clients of car accidents receive reasonable recompense for wounds and losses.

Scooter Collisions

Committed to providing representation for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Semi Collision

Ensuring professional legal representation for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Building Site Accidents

Engaged in defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Neurological Damages

Expert in extending specialized legal support for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Wounds

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered harms from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Death

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Injury

Expert in advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering professional legal representation to secure compensation.

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