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In the aftermath of a bicycle accident, many are left with overwhelming legal concerns and mounting medical bills. Carlson Bier, esteemed personal injury lawyer firm in Illinois, has expertise dealing specifically with bicycle accidents. Their disciplined lawyers understand that every bicycling incident is unique, requiring thorough investigation and skilled interpretation of state laws to ensure victims get financial compensation needed for recovery. Carlson Bier takes pride in providing personalized attention — understanding client needs totally while ardently fighting for their rights on legal frontiers. What sets them apart? Trustworthy record of positive verdicts and settlements derived from years of commitment towards securing justice for bicycle accident victims irrespective of case complexity or complication level; attesting their status as topnotch personal injury advocates in this realm. Albeit your location being Westfield facing such unfortunate circumstances call upon the credible services that Carlson Bier offers to those fraught by bicycle-related misfortunes bringing back confidence when it’s immensely required.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Westfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on our deep understanding and legal expertise in personal injury law, particularly in bicycle accidents. Based out of Illinois, our foremost goal is to provide paramount service that upholds the rights of individuals that have experienced negligence leading to injury or loss.

Cycling can be an exhilarating yet inherently risky pastime or mode of transport for many, becoming a major contributor to traffic accidents each year. To mitigate this risk, it’s essential to know your rights as a cyclist under the law because when accidents happen due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness you need all possible defenses.

Bicycle riders are afforded the same protections as drivers with respect to road use and safety considerations; however, certain factors propel those engagements into areas requiring special consideration under personal injury law:

• Cyclists lack physical protection: While helmets offer some deterrent against serious head injuries, cyclists typically have less protection than car occupants during crashes.

• Motor vehicle accident compatibility: Interactions between motor vehicles and cyclists often result in critical injuries due to high-speed differentials and mass disparities.

• Road sharing issues: Despite laws enforcing equal road sharing rights for cyclists and motorists alike, many drivers treat cyclists as secondary users increasing accident risks.

• Traffic rules misinterpretation: Misunderstanding or ignoring traffic rules by either party often culminates in collisions with disastrous consequences for bicyclists.

Understanding these unique situations helps Carlson Bier work tirelessly towards procuring maximal compensation for clients suffering pain, trauma or financial burdens after bicycle-related accidents. Our professional team assists at every process phase; from accident investigation through evidence collection ensuring precise claim submissions according to applicable laws.

Furthermore, it’s worthwhile knowing where contributory negligence comes into play within Illinois – where failure to obey bicycle-specific regulations may lead to reduced compensation pursuance. This encapsulates matters such as utilizing designated bike lanes correctly-version with negligent behaviors biking while intoxicated standing out prominently.

Personal injury legislation extensively covers multiple claims, including vehicle-bike collisions, bike-pedestrian accidents, single-bike crashes due to hazardous road conditions or faulty cycling equipment. Compensation sought primarily targets medical expenses and ongoing care costs; however it extends into lost wages through reduced/lost productivity due to injury, pain and suffering endured plus long-term impairment considerations.

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe that bicyclists deserve safety on the roads equal to any other traveler. If you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident not attributable to your individual negligence but instead accredited towards another party’s action or omission – our personal injury attorneys can help hold them accountable without the need for undue litigation stress placed upon yourself. Moreover, we operate under a no-win-no-fees basis showing how deeply committed we are towards justice attainment for victims of personal injury especially those involving bicycle accidents.

While this overview has hopefully offered valuable insights surrounding bicycle laws within Illinois and how they apply to specific cases – each circumstance varies considerably necessitating case-by-case evaluation by seasoned legal personnel. Investing time exploring prospective options might just go a lengthy distance confirming what you’re entitled to in unfortunate circumstances.

In order for us at Carlson Bier to provide personalised advice effectively determining probable claim worthiness according to your unique situation – please click on the button below today. Initial consultations remain free where our professional team eagerly await discussing possible courses of action tailored expressly according to observed client needs guaranteed enhancing your chances being fairly compensated as per rightful legal entitlements.

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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 Westfield

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Traumas

Providing specialist legal services for victims of intense burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Medical Malpractice

Providing dedicated legal support for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Accountability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal guidance to victims affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Trip & Tumble Injuries

Skilled in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking redress for their suffering.

Newborn Damages

Offering legal guidance for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Accidents: Focused on supporting patients of car accidents gain just payout for hurts and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Expert in providing legal support for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

18-Wheeler Crash

Extending professional legal support for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for losses.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Cognitive Traumas

Expert in ensuring expert legal advice for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Traumas

Specialized in handling cases for persons who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Loss

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and skilled legal representation to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Expert in supporting victims with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal support to secure redress.

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