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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you are seeking unparalleled representation for a spinal cord injury case, look no further than Carlson Bier. Our dedicated team of personal injury lawyers has significant experience managing Spinal Cord Injuries cases, possessing the requisite knowledge and skill to navigate these intricate claims successfully. With an impressive track record, we strive relentlessly towards helping our clients secure the maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost income and other damages associated with their spinal cord injuries.

Excelling in negotiation as well as litigation skills, the unique approach we take at Carlson Bier includes customizing each strategy according to your specific injury circumstances.. While we never underestimate the far-reaching impacts such life-altering injuries have on victims’ lives; it is our mission to assure that every client receives quality care during this tough journey.

Our Specialty: Fighting Spinal Cord Injuries Cases where others fail – That’s what sets us apart from other law firms. The unwavering commitment of Carlson Bier towards securing justice remains unmatched! When deciding why choose Carlson Bier for handling your case or representing family members suffering from spinal cord injuries– remember this — our substantial resources paired seamlessly with vast expertise will deliver effective results! Trust your fight to us; exercise your right while making wise decisions.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Roanoke Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we realize the traumatic and life-altering consequences of spinal cord injuries. Our team of dedicated personal injury attorneys firmly believe that understanding these impacts is a vital part of pursuing justice against those responsible for causing such harm.

Spinal cord injuries can be complex, involving various medical and legal issues worth understanding for anyone seeking adequate compensation. The pertinent issues revolve around the cause of injury, effect on quality of life, severity, and available treatment options.

The causes vary widely from falling objects at construction sites to traffic accidents and slip-and-falls. Understanding which scenario applies to your case allows us to identify potentially liable parties as well as guide our strategy in litigating or negotiating your claim.

In terms of impact on quality of life, spinal cord injuries often result in drastic changes. These may include loss of mobility (paraplegia or quadriplegia), respiratory difficulties, challenges with bladder and bowel control among others; consequently leading to expensive long-term care requirements.

Severity plays a significant role in predicting likely outcomes both medically and legally speaking. It’s imperative to bear in mind that even seemingly minor symptoms should not be overlooked as they could signal more serious issues internally.

Treatment options range from conservative approaches such as physical therapy to invasive surgery depending on each unique case’s background. No matter what level of care you require due to spinal cord trauma, it undoubtedly comes with considerable financial implications largely amplified if the injured party served as the primary breadwinner.

How does this information relate back to the realm of personal injury law? At Carlson Bier, we use our professional understanding about these types of cases:

• Identifying viable defendants.

• Calculating potential damages including cost estimates closely associated with future care.

• Creating compelling argument based on accurate medical-legal research.

• Negotiating effectively hence leveraging maximum settlements on behalf our clients.

Through offloading these concerns onto experienced attorneys like us who specialize in handling such cases, you can concentrate on your recovery knowing we’ve got a well-formulated legal gameplan applicable in Illinois.

Regardless of the circumstances leading to your spinal cord injury or its severity, Carlson Bier comes with the experience necessary in helping our clients achieve justice. Our lawyers understand how these injuries change lives and aim to hold accountable those responsible while fighting for compensation on-line with your needs as it pursues your rights under Illinois law.

You might be unsure about potential options pertaining legal remedies or perhaps overwhelmed by complexity associated with pursuing personal injury claims especially when not fully emotionally or physically recovered. At this point, we encourage you to take that bold step today towards seeking justice for yourself or loved one deeply impacted by spinal cord injuries.

When anyone suffers due to another person’s negligence, they deserve maximum compensation possible designed at easing burdens generated from paying substantial medical bills hence achieving best future care needed allowing for a semblance of normality within their changed reality.

Click on the button below now! Find out how much your case is worth without any obligation whatsoever. Explore possibilities available tailored towards providing relief due unjust actions causing unimaginable suffering via spinal cord damage whilst upholding respect and empathy – values representing what Carlson Bier stands firm upon.

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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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Spinal Cord Injury FAQ​

Spinal cord injuries are commonly caused by traumatic events such as vehicle accidents, falls, sports injuries, and acts of violence like gunshot wounds. Medical conditions like arthritis, cancer, or infections can also lead to spinal cord damage.

Symptoms of a spinal cord injury can vary depending on the severity and location of the injury. Common symptoms include loss of movement, loss of sensation (including the ability to feel heat, cold, and touch), loss of bladder or bowel control, exaggerated reflex activities or spasms, changes in sexual function, pain or an intense stinging sensation caused by damage to the nerve fibers in the spinal cord, and difficulty breathing, coughing, or clearing secretions from your lungs.

The permanence of a spinal cord injury depends on the severity and type of injury. Complete spinal cord injuries, where all feeling and ability to control movement are lost below the spinal cord injury, have a lower chance of recovery. Incomplete injuries, where there is some motor or sensory function below the affected area, may allow for significant recovery. However, there is currently no cure for a spinal cord injury.

Immediate treatments for spinal cord injuries focus on minimizing further damage and include immobilization, surgery, and medications. Long-term treatment involves rehabilitation, which can include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and counseling to help with the emotional aspect of the injury. Technological advances such as exoskeletons, electrical stimulation devices, and ongoing research into cell regeneration and repair are also promising areas for treatment.

The impact of a spinal cord injury on daily life varies widely and depends on the severity of the injury. It can lead to reduced mobility or paralysis, requiring the use of wheelchairs or other assistive devices. It often necessitates modifications to living spaces, vehicles, and workplaces. Spinal cord injuries can also impact personal care, bladder and bowel management, and sexual health. Support systems, adaptive technologies, and rehabilitation can play significant roles in helping individuals lead fulfilling lives post-injury.

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Areas of Practice in Roanoke

Bicycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or risky conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Supplying specialist legal advice for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Physician Negligence

Providing expert legal advice for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, providing adept legal services to individuals affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall & Fall Incidents

Professional in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking justice for their injuries.

Neonatal Damages

Supplying legal support for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Incidents: Focused on guiding patients of car accidents obtain appropriate compensation for wounds and destruction.

Bike Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Truck Mishap

Delivering expert legal support for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for hurts.

Building Accidents

Committed to advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Head Harms

Expert in delivering professional legal services for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Adept at dealing with cases for persons who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unjust Demise

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and expert legal representation to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Committed to assisting clients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal services to secure justice.

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