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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident in Franklin Park, Carlson Bier can adeptly represent your interests. As accomplished personal injury lawyers based in Illinois, we understand the unique aspects of motorcycle accidents and their ensuing legal complexities. Your case requires the specialized knowledge and expertise we provide to ensure that your rights are protected—our track record is a testament to our success. From ensuring thorough investigation at the collision site to scrutinizing medical records for discrepancies, Carlson Bier will be on your side every step of the way.

We comprehend how critical prompt legal assistance is following an accident: as time-sensitive details form crucial elements within tort actions. Our exceptional experience working with clients like yourself manifests invaluable aid when dealing with insurance companies or heading towards litigation.

Through empathetic listening and proactive advocacy, we streamline this process—designed around strategizing winning solutions catered specifically for you amidst challenging times.

At Carlson Bier, dedication transcends beyond practice—it’s about serving justice rightly.

Know that whenever you need it most—the best representation concerning motorcycle accidents—Carlson Bier stands prepared because ‘your protection is our profession’.

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Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Franklin Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to advocating for riders who suffer personal injuries due to motorcycle accidents. As seasoned professionals in the Illinois legal arena, our team of accomplished personal injury attorneys stands ready to provide you with exhaustive information and robust representation. A motorcycle accident can irrevocably alter your life in a split second. Our mission is to ensure that you’re not alone during these trying times.

Motorcycle accidents present unique challenges compared to other motor vehicle incidents. Lacking the protective barriers provided by cars or trucks, cyclists often sustain severe injuries ranging from road rash and broken bones to traumatic brain injury or even loss of life. Conducting an extensive study into the specifics surrounding every individual accident is paramount for understanding its implications and planning a strategic response accordingly.

The key factors taken into account while delving into such incidents include:

– Collision Details: The angle at which another vehicle hits the motorcycle greatly influences injury severity.

– Safety Gear: Appropriate protection can drastically reduce physical damage sustained during an impact.

– Speed Factor: Higher velocities tend to cause more serious repercussions.

Once we have evaluated all salient points associated with your case, our attorneys will leverage their extensive expertise across years of experience dealing with similar circumstances in Illinois jurisdiction.

Understanding one’s rights under Illinois law forms the basis of initiating any legal proceedings post-motorcycle accidents. You may be entitled to claim compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering as well as lost wages if your normal working capacity has been affected due to accident-related issues. The clock starts ticking immediately after an accident with respect to important deadlines for filing claims; however, many people unintentionally overlook critical details under stressful situations.

Let us bear this burden on your behalf so that you can focus on healing without stress – be it physical or financial. At Carlson Bier, we operate on a contingency fee basis; which means we don’t get paid until we successfully settle or win your case at trial.

Involvement in a motorcycle accident can be a daunting experience, especially when confronted with insurance companies eager to minimize your compensation. Our attorneys at Carlson Bier have the skills required to negotiate aggressively on your behalf. We ensure that insurers respect your rights and you get the maximum possible benefit under Illinois law.

Whether it is striking a fair settlement or arguing your case before a judge, our experienced personal injury lawyers are prepared to go the extra mile for you. With their enviable record of securing substantial settlements and verdicts for clients across countless successful cases, they bring a wealth of legal acumen unparalleled by many in this field.

Motorcycle safety doesn’t just end with following traffic rules and wearing protective gear. It extends into having knowledgeable legal representation standing firm on your side when an unfortunate event occurs. So if you or someone dear to you has suffered due to another’s negligence on the road while riding a motorcycle, let us navigate these complex waters together.

When it comes down to evaluating such situations, we understand that each case is unique and promise customized strategies tailored specifically for yours’ nuances. Everyone deserves justice, every story matters; ours begins with telling yours vividly – painted through our rigorous commitment towards honest representation.

No one should endure unnecessary hardship because of someone else’s negligence. Get the help that makes all the difference – Contact us today at Carlson Bier – Where integrity meets advocacy! Knowledge is power; harness its strength by clicking on the button below to analyze how much your potentially life-altering situation could be worth as per Illinios regulations.

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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 Incidents

Focused on legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or risky conditions.

Fire Wounds

Supplying skilled legal assistance for victims of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Offering professional legal assistance for victims affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Liability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal guidance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Misconduct

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Trip and Stumble Incidents

Expert in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking compensation for their harm.

Newborn Injuries

Providing legal support for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Dedicated to assisting sufferers of car accidents receive reasonable remuneration for wounds and damages.

Scooter Mishaps

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Semi Crash

Extending specialist legal assistance for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for losses.

Construction Incidents

Committed to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in extending dedicated legal support for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Expertise in handling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Expert in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unfair Passing

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal support to ensure justice.

Spine Trauma

Specializing in advocating for individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal assistance to secure redress.

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