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About Carlson Bier Associates

Experiencing a spinal cord injury is life-altering, often leading to devastating physical and emotional turmoil. Getting the right legal representation at such times becomes crucial, so Carlson Bier stands ready to serve you in Wyoming with exceptional dedication and expertise. As renowned Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys operating ethically throughout Illinois and beyond its borders, we have successfully advocated for countless individuals seeking justice following severe injuries.

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to providing the utmost legal support within our specialty of dealing specifically with complex spinal cord cases. Our vast experience allows us to meticulously tackle every unique detail surrounding these challenging circumstances from medical reports assessment to navigating tedious claim processes on behalf of our clients.

We vehemently pursue maximum compensation possible under law for your injury consequences involving extensive treatments, rehabilitation costs or loss earnings while enforcing accountability for negligent parties involved. Notably recognized by peers and clientele alike for unrivaled diligence coupled with compassionate service; let Carlson Bier be your preferred choice as adroit Spinal Cord Injuries Attorneys championing your rights during this arduous journey towards recovery.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Wyoming Illinois

Spinal cord injuries pose a serious threat to the personal well-being and health of any individual, altering their lives significantly. Such injuries commonly result from accidents or incidents involving considerable physical impact—an unfortunate event that Carlson Bier is all too familiar with and highly skilled at representing in Illinois law courts. As a leading personal injury law firm based solely in Illinois, we are committed to advocating for the compensation deserved by victims of such traumatic events.

For your better understanding, spinal cord injuries are often broadly categorized into two main types: complete and incomplete. A complete spinal cord injury refers to the total loss of function below the level of the injury; there’s absolutely no sensation or motor function in this respect. The victim’s experience relating to an incomplete injury varies—it could range from some movement or sensation up to nearly full capacity depending on how significant the damage suffered was.

Two key perspectives matter immensely when it comes your legal claims related to these catastrophic injuries—causation and negligence. For causation, it must be shown beyond reasonable doubt that the defendant’s action led directly to your sustained spinal cord injury. Then, negligence comes into play only when it becomes necessary to prove that due care wasn’t exercised by the defendant under circumstances where they were legally obligated to do so—which ultimately resulted in your injury.

Carlson Bier prides itself on having distinguished Illinois-based personal injury attorneys who possess vast knowledge along with considerable experience regarding these concepts—in addition, our team goes above and beyond normal duty calls so as ensure you get fully compensated for your suffering and losses resulting from a spinal cord accident.

Why does this matter? Having proper representation ensures justice prevails! We stand alongside you during all court proceedings right up until successful verdicts have been delivered—we meticulously gather hard evidence essential towards proving both causation together with negligence parts involved in your case.

However, winning a case involves more than just this—we believe understanding worth of one’s claim plays pivotal role when going after means necessary to put you on path of recovery. This includes medical costs, pain & suffering subjected to, lost wages following inability function, potential future earnings if permanent disability has been diagnosed—accounts for every cent rightfully belongs the affected party.

Carlson Bier advocates tirelessly for spinal cord injury victims throughout Illinois seeking justice by holding responsible parties accountable–navigating complexities often associated with such personal injury cases. Our clients benefit from assured dedicated legal team that not only brings forth aptitude—understanding technical side of things—but an empathetic approach towards understanding disruption sudden life-altering injuries can inject familiar daily routines.

Remember: time remains critical factor in these situations. Statute limitations within Illinois imposes strict two-year deadline where filing personal injury lawsuits concerned commencing from incident date. Thus, it’s paramount reach out experienced law firm as Carlson Bier early on so potential claims aren’t forfeit due lack timely action.

Your odds being successful amplify exponentially when equipped with right expertise at disposal—that’s exactly what we offer here Carlson Bier! We are about more than just talking—we rely evidence-based approach showcasing years handling similar cases successfully while strategically employing our resources fully exhaust all possible avenues before accepting any form settlement offers.

Let’s conclude this journey reclaiming justice together! Now is the time to take control and arm yourself with a formidable force composed of experienced attorneys, industry experts and unwavering commitment toward achieving your rightful compensation.

Your case might be worth a lot more than expected – do not settle for less or wait till the clock runs out; click on the button below now to find out how much your case is truly worth! With Carlson Bier standing resolutely by your side, you will never have to navigate the choppy legal waters alone ever again.

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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 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 Wyoming

Cycling Accidents

Specializing in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Providing adept legal assistance for people of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Hospital Carelessness

Offering specialist legal support for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, delivering professional legal guidance to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Trip Injuries

Skilled in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking justice for their injuries.

Infant Damages

Providing legal aid for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Collisions: Committed to helping sufferers of car accidents gain reasonable recompense for wounds and harm.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Committed to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Big Rig Collision

Extending professional legal advice for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Building Site Collisions

Engaged in representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Neurological Injuries

Focused on providing dedicated legal services for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Committed to legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Demise

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Spine Trauma

Focused on representing victims with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal services to secure compensation.

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