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When dealing with bicycle accidents in Windsor, the skilled legal team at Carlson Bier is your best recourse. Accidents involving bicycles may present complex situations requiring an experienced attorney versed in personal injury law. These cases are not just a matter of litigation; they require an understanding of cyclists’ rights and traffic laws as well. Here’s where our Illinois-based law firm comes into play, having championed numerous claims related to bicycle mishaps involving collisions, road defects or negligence by other parties involved.

Our extensive experience ensures each client receives diligent representation designed for optimal outcomes. As advocates for victims’ rights, we have the tenacity and knowledge that set us apart from others within this specialized field owning to deep understanding on insurance claim procedures and adeptness courtroom strategies- vital tools when fighting against injustice meted out on the roads.

Choose Carlson Bier if you want top-notch legal support following unfortunate bicycle accidents – because securing justice requires more than just expertise – it also needs tireless commitment that drives us every day at Carlson Bier.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Windsor Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that navigating the aftermath of a bicycle accident can be challenging. Our law firm is experienced in handling personal injury cases within Illinois and our specialized staff have been working tirelessly to protect the rights of bicyclists for many years.

A bicycle accident can occur suddenly and result in devastating physical injuries, emotional trauma, not to mention considerable financial burdens. We comprehend this complex reality, and leverage our expertise to help you rebuild your life post-accident.

We typically represent clients who have suffered numerous types of injuries following a bike crash such as broken bones, head or brain trauma, spinal cord damage and severe abrasions. Each case brings with it unique complications but don’t worry; whatever complication you are facing right now may seem overwhelming – yet they are not insurmountable, because at Carlson Bier we navigate through such complexities every day.

Our approach towards each case involves comprehensive research and investigation into the specifics of the incident to ensure nothing gets overlooked. This includes analysis of the scene where the incident occurred, review of any available camera footage and interviews with any potential witnesses. It’s important to know that bicyclist has certain rights on roadways; when these rights aren’t respected by motorists accidents happen – meaning bikers could be entitled to compensation when involved in a collision due to someone else’s negligence.

To note few crucial steps an injured cyclist should consider after undergoing an accident:

• Seek immediate medical treatment

• Document everything related to your injury

• Avoid discussing details about your injury with anyone except your legal representative

• Preserve evidence like photographs of injuries or damages including damaged helmets or clothing

Remember all personal injury claims including those stemming from bike accidents operate on a statute of limitations which means there’s specific time limit for filing these claims following an accident. In Illinois that time frame is generally two years from date of incident or discovery of harm.

Trusting Carlson Bier as your personal injury attorney ensures you don’t have to face these challenges alone or uninformed, and most importantly it takes the pressure off you so as to focus on what truly matters – your recovery.

We pride ourselves on a successful record of obtaining maximum compensation for our clients and are committed seeing through each case from inception till resolution. Our dedicated lawyers are not only experienced , but also empathetic- they won’t rest until justice is served in your favor.

The cost following an accident can be financially taxing with expenses like medical bills, physical therapy costs and often lost wages as one might find themselves unable to return work immediately post-accident. Engaging Carlson Bier represents a longer term commitment towards getting back stability into our client’s life.

Take the much-needed step to recover from this setback because at the end of the day; it’s not just about winning a lawsuit but about reclaiming your life after the turmoil created by the unfortunate incident.

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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 Windsor

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Focused on legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Giving skilled legal support for victims of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Physician Carelessness

Offering dedicated legal assistance for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Responsibility

Handling cases involving problematic products, offering professional legal guidance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Neglect

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

Stumble and Trip Accidents

Expert in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking compensation for their suffering.

Neonatal Injuries

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Incidents: Dedicated to guiding clients of car accidents gain fair payout for hurts and losses.

Scooter Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal services for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Trucking Crash

Ensuring specialist legal advice for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for harms.

Worksite Mishaps

Focused on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Dedicated to delivering compassionate legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Harms

Adept at dealing with cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

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

Undeserved Death

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and professional legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Neural Damage

Dedicated to defending persons with backbone trauma, offering professional legal guidance to secure recovery.

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