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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re the victim of a bicycle accident in Winfield, choosing the right legal representation can make all the difference. Carlson Bier offers superior assistance tailored to your specific needs for bike incidents. We understand that following such an ordeal many complex questions arise which require prompt and accurate answers. Our extensive experience with Illinois law positions us as experts in this field. The seasoned team at Carlson Bier is dedicated to providing meticulous attention to every detail of your case, ensuring maximum compensation for your distress and losses. Proficiently versed with legislation related to cyclist accidents we smoothly navigate through potential hurdles towards favorable court verdicts or fair settlements outside it based on individual circumstances surrounding each incident.

We endeavor tirelessly working on behalf our client’s rights bringing justice closer after painful mishaps transforming tragedies into hope and resilience. Choosing Carlson Bier means prioritizing peace-of-mind during tough times while seeking rightful recompense effectively protecting personal interests against insurance companies’ tactics or negligent parties’ claims defences thus gaining deserved advantages standing firm with confidence amidst adversity’s challenges emanating from unfortunate bicycling accidents in Winfield hinging upon unsurpassed proficiency exhibited by genuine commitment mirrored by proven results portraying unwavering dedication consistently delivered fulfilling promise represented by quality assurance synonymous with trust inherent within name – Carlson Bier!

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Winfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the catastrophic repercussions that can follow a bicycle accident. As personal injury attorneys with a focus on bike accidents in Illinois, we bring an impressive breadth of specialized knowledge to your case. Our goal is to assure you get the aid required for recovery and see justice served.

Bicycle accidents often result in severe injuries due to the lack of protection provided by cycling equipment. The devastating impact these accidents have could land one with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, multiple fractures or worse. It’s also important to remember that the emotional scars following such an incident could be just as grueling as physical ones.

Statistics reveal an alarming number of bicycle-related collisions occurring yearly in Illinois—with most of these accidents arising from negligence or reckless driving. A distracted driver, speeding motorist or poorly maintained roadways are common contributing factors, leading to grave cyclist injuries or even fatalities.

The aftermath of being involved in such a mishap can be daunting — managing medical bills while simultaneously grappling with insurance companies and legal procedures. That’s where our expertise comes into play at Carlson Bier. Navigating through laws specific to bicycle accident cases requires substantial legal acumen—something our seasoned team has honed over years of service catering specifically to this area.

• Claims Investigation: Our staff will promptly gather information about the accident scene—reviewing police reports, interviewing witnesses and even bringing forensic specialists onboard if needed.

• Medical Documentation: We assist in collecting all necessary medical documents that explicitly showcase your incurred expenses along with conclusive proof about your treatment course.

• Negotiations & Litigation: Whether it’s handling pushy insurance companies looking primarily after their own interests or bellied-up against corporations in court trials—we at Carlson Bier work relentlessly committed towards securing maximum compensation for our clients.

Our involvement stretches beyond courtroom proceedings—we’re here advocating for safer roads too! We actively collaborate with advocacy groups campaigning for safer bicycling infrastructure across Illinois.

Keep in mind that Illinois operates on a comparative fault principle which implies, if you’re found partially responsible for the accident—you could potentially receive reduced damages. Don’t fret over divining how much blame falls where since our well-versed attorneys can efficiently handle this complex valuation process.

At Carlson Bier, your injuries are personal to us and our legal advice is tailored to suit your situation best; taking into account the specific regulations applicable all across Illinois without crossing jurisdictional bounds. Much like a precious one, we’ll be by your side throughout this adversity-leading the charge with strategic action plans honed from years of handling personal injury cases just like yours.

Remember—it’s important to act promptly following an accident considering the set statute limitations for filing compensation claims. Delayed actions could potentially risk losing what you might rightfully deserve.

It’s essential you’re not left bearing costs arising from someone else’s negligence alone when professional help’s only a click away! At Carlson Bier, we’re standing ready to lend a helping hand—assisting with paperwork or ensuring fair compensation settlements get reached – allowing you focus on healing rather imposed burdens down your path towards recovery.

Take steps to acquire what’s rightfully due! Simply put, don’t let another moment pass before checking out how Carlson Bier can guide you through making an informed decision about maters so crucial to your path toward recovery and peace. Click the button below right now—to find out just how much value your case holds…because every bit counts as you champion back towards restarting life post such a disastrous setback.

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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 Winfield

Bicycle Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Injuries

Extending professional legal help for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Clinical Misconduct

Delivering specialist legal services for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving defective products, offering skilled legal guidance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Trip Mishaps

Professional in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking restitution for their losses.

Infant Harms

Providing legal aid for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Crashes: Committed to helping victims of car accidents gain equitable compensation for wounds and destruction.

Motorcycle Accidents

Specializing in providing legal advice for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Truck Collision

Providing professional legal advice for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for damages.

Building Site Mishaps

Concentrated on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Brain Impairments

Dedicated to offering specialized legal advice for patients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Specialized in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered damages from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Wrongful Passing

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Neural Injury

Expert in supporting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal services to secure recovery.

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