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Enduring a burn injury can be devastating. Physical pain and the emotional toll are daunting enough without added legal complexities — that’s where Carlson Bier comes into play. Built on a strong foundation of expertise, we specialize in handling Burn Injuries lawsuits within Stone Park and throughout Illinois. Our dedicated attorneys relentlessly strive to advocate for victims’ rights, securing substantial settlements aimed at aiding victims with their recovery journey while easing financial burdens borne from such tragedies. Choosing Carlson Bier denotes working with attorneys who absolutely prioritize your well-being above all else, our quintessential reputation speaks volumes about our unfettered dedication to fight for undiluted justice even in the most complex cases. It takes thorough knowledge and fierce commitment to bring forth admirable results in personal injury law; two key elements etched deeply into our attorney team’s ethos.Here at Carlson Bier, we don’t just handle cases – we build relationships based on trust, empathy and persistence.

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Burn Injuries Lawyers in Stone Park Illinois

Burn injuries are one area of personal injury law practice that the Illinois-based law firm Carlson Bier handles with utmost dedication and expertise. Our commitment is to empower our clients by informing them about their rights during such trying periods and building a credible case that bolsters their path towards recovery.

Burn injuries can be devastating, both physically and emotionally, leading to long-term consequences depending on the severity of burns incurred. They can emanate from diverse contexts such as negligence in domestic settings, occupational hazards, or auto accidents among others. These burn injuries could result in hospitalization, skin grafts, physical therapy, trauma counseling, or lifelong disfigurement.

At Carlson Bier, we understand the intricacies surrounding these incidents which often lead to overwhelming medical bills and potential lasting pain or disability. We help navigate legal proceedings for victims of burn injuries while targeting fair compensation:

• Thorough Research: We gather all requisite information essential for your case including police reports if an accident caused your burn injury.

• Medical Consultation: Collaborating with trusted medical professionals who analyze how intense the hurt is and the resulting implications on health.

• Strategizing Adequate Compensation: Our lawyers incorporate all financial aspects relating to your injury into making a solid claim – covering lost wages due to incapacitation or loss of employment itself.

It’s crucial that such incidents aren’t trivialized- Illinois law rightfully acknowledges even minor cases like first degree burns where only the outer layer of skin is affected. First-degree burns cause minimal skin damage but may still leave you dealing with discomfort and some impairment during daily tasks. Second-degree burns involve deeper layers causing blisters and potentially more serious risks like infection if not treated appropriately.

More severe cases comprise Third-degree burns which penetrate down to the fat layer beneath skin potentially causing numbness due to nerve damage—it’s possible these types of burns require surgery or other intensive treatments like rehabilitation therapy following recovery. Fourth-degree Burns go ever deeper damaging muscles or bone and are always considered major medical emergencies that can result in life-altering physical consequences.

The Carlson Bier team believes that those responsible should be held accountable, whether it’s a company failing to implement safety measures or a landlord neglecting their legal obligation of keeping their property safe for tenants. It is our responsibility to enable clients regain control of their lives by ensuring the party responsible fully addresses incurred damages.

Burn injury litigation requires meticulous attention-to-detail, combined with in-depth knowledge of Illinois personal injury law – strengths we pride ourselves on at Carlson Bier. Recognizing that victims of burn injuries are forced into debilitating circumstances sparks our relentless pursuit towards securing maximum compensation for every client’s unique situation.

Should you or someone you know be experiencing this challenging ordeal, reach out to the dedicated attorneys here at Carlson Bier. Our promise is to diligently work towards achieving the best possible outcome so as not only address immediate financial concerns like medical expenses but also make certain all future costs related to your injury are catered for.

As an Illinois-based law firm deeply committed to such causes, it would be our privilege helping alleviate stress around understanding how rights can be vindicated following burn-injury incidents. We believe wholeheartedly in facilitating quick recovery while exploring options so justice is served—indeed no claimant stands alone when allied with Carlson Bier!

Reclaiming your well-being and peace after surviving traumatic burn injuries may seem overwhelming—but remember – you’re not alone during this journey! The right legal assistance contributes significantly towards lessening these burdens allowing focus on healing both physically & emotionally. Eager about knowing what relief could look like through proper representation? Click on the button below for an assessment on what your case might be worth: because at Carlson Bier, one way we help convert pain into power includes garnering formidable settlements complementing your healing journey accordingly!

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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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Burn Accident FAQ​

There are three main types of burn injuries:

  • First-degree burns: These burns affect the outer layer of skin, the epidermis. They cause redness, pain, and swelling.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns affect the epidermis and the dermis, the second layer of skin. They cause redness, pain, swelling, and blistering.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns destroy the epidermis and the dermis, and can also damage the underlying tissues. They cause white, leathery, or charred skin.

Burn injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Heat: This includes flames, hot liquids, steam, and hot objects.
  • Electricity: Electrical burns can be caused by contact with live wires or outlets.
  • Chemicals: Chemical burns can be caused by exposure to acids, alkalis, and other corrosive substances.
  • Radiation: Radiation burns can be caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or to other types of radiation.

The signs and symptoms of a burn injury will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Redness
  • Pain
  • Swelling
  • Blistering
  • Charred skin
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Shock

The treatment options for burn injuries will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common treatment options include:

  • First-degree burns: These burns typically heal on their own within a few days. However, it is important to keep the area clean and moist.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns may need to be treated with medication or surgery.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns typically require surgery and skin grafts.

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Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your burn injury was caused by the negligence or recklessness of another person or party. A burn injury lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Stone Park

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Giving professional legal help for victims of major burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Physician Malpractice

Extending dedicated legal advice for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Fault

Handling cases involving dangerous products, providing adept legal assistance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Slip Occurrences

Professional in handling trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking restitution for their losses.

Infant Damages

Providing legal support for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Accidents

Collisions: Devoted to supporting patients of car accidents secure equitable payout for hurts and impairment.

Bike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Trucking Accident

Ensuring expert legal advice for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for harms.

Building Collisions

Committed to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Neurological Harms

Focused on delivering expert legal assistance for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

Expertise in managing cases for victims who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Focused on legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Fatality

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and expert legal assistance to ensure justice.

Vertebral Impairment

Expert in defending patients with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal representation to secure compensation.

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