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With a proven track record for pursuing justice in spinal cord injuries cases, the law firm of Carlson Bier sets the bar high. The attorneys at Carlson Bier understand that a spinal cord injury can be a devastating turn of events, one which demands legal support that is both empathetic and relentless. Skilled in navigating the intricacies of Illinois State law pertaining to personal injury cases, they are adept at confronting negligent parties or corporations to ascertain their clients receive rightful compensation. Infusing over years’ experience with professionalism and dedication they zealously advocate on behalf of individuals living with spinal cord injuries rooted from vehicular accidents or any related trauma incidents across various localities including Bement; all while honoring compliance with state laws regulating lawyer advertising. They fully comprehend how critical it is for each client battling such severe physical disruptions to have an attorney who understands not only their case-specific medical complexities but also appreciates profound emotional impacts personally experienced by such victims and their loved ones alike. Choose Carlson Bier – steadfast champions in advocating rightfully deserved reparations for individuals impacted by life-altering Spinal Cord Injuries.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Bement Illinois

At the law firm of Carlson Bier, we possess a dedicated team of personal injury attorneys who understand the complex intricacies involved in legal representations for Spinal Cord Injuries. Acts of negligence or accidents can tragically culminate in spinal cord damage, leaving individuals with life-altering repercussions.

When it comes to Illinois’s Personal Injury laws, our leading-edge knowledge plays an instrumental role in helping our clients navigate through these tumultuous times. We prioritize providing pertinent educational content about this often daunting condition – imparting invaluable insights and effectively debunking myths that may encircle spinal cord injuries. There is power in awareness, after all!

Your comprehension of Spinal Cord Injuries starts by knowing the basics:

• A spinal cord injury implies any impairment to the spine that results in temporary or permanent alterations in its function.

• These injuries most commonly result from physical trauma such as vehicle accidents or falls.

• Symptoms can include loss of sensory functions and mobility deficiencies.

Understanding what such an injury entails is critical, but so too is knowing which course of action you should follow post-injury. Spinal Cord Injury cases necessitate expertise due their highly specific nature – medical costs could escalate over time & there might be ramifications on your overall quality of life.

Our experienced attorneys at Carlson Bier deeply comprehend these technical jargons and murky waters — we are intent on ensuring crystal-clarity for all readers:

• As per Illinois Personal Injury Law’s “Statute of Limitations”, victims have a two-year duration (from when their injury was discovered) to file their lawsuit.

• It is pivotal to document all symptoms persisting post-accident as accurately and promptly as possible – ambiguity may prove costly during proceedings.

• Quantifying damages goes beyond immediate medical expenses; ongoing care costs, mental anguish, physical suffering, lost wages due past incapacity – equally hold high stakes in negotiations.

However complex your predicament might seem, finding answers shouldn’t have to be. At Carlson Bier, we keep the legal jargon minimal and focus on providing you with a practical tread-through path for your recovery journey.

With an impressive track record, our esteemed team leverages skilled medical trusts and a robust network of vocational experts to ensure you’re adequately compensated; returning at least some semblance of normalcy amidst challenging times. We practice due diligence before proposing settlement figures – meticulously accounting all aspects that may affect our clients’ lives post their traumatic ordeal—financially or otherwise.

We pride ourselves in making each client feel heard, understood & represented in true spirit; because your life matters just as much after the accident as it did prior to it! Hence, in every step of the way, transparency remains our prime modus operandi – keeping you updated concerning case progressions or new developments.

At Carlson Bier law firm located in Illinois, fostering empowerment through knowledge is not simply something we provide – it’s something we believe in. We understand that dealing with Spinal Cord Injuries can be overwhelming and navigating Personal Injury laws doubly so; such circumstances call out for empathy alongside expertise – this is exactly where we step in!

A click away lies the potential for taking back control over chaos that has unfairly stormed into your orderly existence. Right below us on this page beckons a button that could potentially alter the trajectory of your newfound reality:

Discover what possibilities lie ahead – uncover how much value exists within your case today by clicking on the ‘estimate worth’ button below. A spinal cord injury needn’t dictate your future; perhaps it’s time you took charge by seizing opportunities brought forth via state-of-art legal representation offered by none other than us here at Carlson Bier!

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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 Bement

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Offering expert legal assistance for patients of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Physician Misconduct

Extending professional legal services for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Accountability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, offering specialist legal assistance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Abuse

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip & Slip Incidents

Specialist in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking compensation for their damages.

Birth Traumas

Offering legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Crashes: Committed to aiding patients of car accidents gain fair compensation for damages and destruction.

Scooter Crashes

Specializing in providing representation for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Semi Collision

Offering expert legal advice for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for losses.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cognitive Damages

Specializing in offering professional legal support for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Skilled in managing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Committed to legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Demise

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and skilled legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to representing victims with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure justice.

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