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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you, or someone close to you, have been involved in a bicycle accident in Willowbrook, it’s imperative that your legal representation be experienced and proactive. That’s where Carlson Bier comes into play. As proficient personal injury lawyers specializing in bicycle accidents, our focus is on ensuring the rights of injured cyclists are upheld vigilantly and tenaciously. We understand the complexities of Illinois traffic laws and employ this knowledge to construct a convincingly strong case for every client we serve. Our extensive experience dealing with insurance companies positions us uniquely to help maximize your compensation; guiding you through each step during this challenging period. Choose Carlson Bier when seeking unrivaled assurance; our relentless commitment towards protecting cyclist’s rights sets us apart from the rest; delivering expert legal counsel isn’t just what we do- it’s who we are. Trust Carlson Bier as your go-to choice for skilled legal defense – here for you today and always!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Willowbrook Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize as personal injury attorneys in Illinois with a wealth of experience and skill specifically related to incidents involving bicycle accidents. Our expertise has proven instrumental when helping victims on the road to recovery both financially and emotionally.

Bicycle Accidents often occur due to negligence on part of motor vehicle operators. Too often, drivers fail to give cyclists the space and attention they deserve which can lead to devastating collisions causing significant injuries or even death. The law provides several protections for bicyclists, including regulations that enforce safe passing distances and restrictions against vehicles-sharing bike lanes.

It is important for victims of bicycle accidents to understand their rights under Illinois law. If you’ve been injured while cycling due to someone else’s negligence, here are some critical points:

• You may initiate charges against the negligent person or entity; this could be another cyclist, an automobile driver or even local government if a poorly maintained road contributed to the accident.

• Your entitlement is not solely limited to medical expenses but potentially extends to recouping loss earnings, compensation for pain suffered along with psychological trauma.

• Wearing protective gear like helmets does not limit your claim; despite wearing them if you sustain injuries, your claim remains entirely valid under Illinois law.

Navigating legal complexities can be a daunting task when handling it by oneself. That’s where we come in! At Carlson Bier, our team combines compassion with rigorous legal representation ensuring maximum benefit from settlements.

We believe that justice served equates recovering full and fair compensation including medical bills, lost wages plus punitive damages such as physical agony endured or emotional suffering inflicted because of diminished quality life after an accident. Operating no win-no fee basis allows us peace mind knowing financial obligations won’t interfere achieving restitution deserved

To determine liability in a bicycle crash case rests upon establishing negligence. For example: if a motorist disregarded traffic signals or breached acceptable conduct rules thus leading up your injuries then they held liable providing justice sought after!

Notably, even if you are found partially at fault in the accident, Illinois operates on a comparative negligence theory. This means that provided your fault does not exceed 50%, you may still recover damages from other parties proportional to their responsibility.

Our firm commitment as personal injury lawyers is helping the victims of bicycle accidents in obtaining the rightful compensation they deserve while ensuring that their legal journey remains smooth and hassle-free from start to end.

We understand how critical these moments can be and hence our strategies and guidance remain tightly knitted with empathy coupled with superior knowledge of Illinois Bicycle Laws. Our mission is about ensuring fair practice triumphs against negligent behavior causing bicycle accidents and disruptions thereof. The route to justice need not always be complex when you have Carlson Bier by your side.

Getting started is simple; click on the button below to see how much potential your case holds. We’ll go an extra mile understanding your story, comprehending its worth finally leading through successful claims till we achieve what’s rightfully yours — fair restitution for unwarranted suffering.

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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 Willowbrook

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Specializing in legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Scald Burns

Providing adept legal help for victims of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Hospital Negligence

Delivering specialist legal services for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, delivering skilled legal support to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Malpractice

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Tumble Injuries

Adept in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking recovery for their losses.

Childbirth Injuries

Offering legal aid for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Devoted to guiding victims of car accidents receive appropriate remuneration for wounds and destruction.

Scooter Accidents

Focused on providing representation for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

18-Wheeler Incident

Delivering expert legal representation for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for hurts.

Building Site Incidents

Focused on assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Brain Injuries

Dedicated to extending specialized legal support for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Wounds

Proficient in managing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Specializing in legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Unfair Fatality

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and adept legal support to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Expert in supporting persons with backbone trauma, offering professional legal support to secure redress.

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