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About Carlson Bier Associates

Carlson Bier stands unrivaled in offering representation for Spinal Cord Injuries cases. Our expert legal team brings to the table a remarkable breadth of knowledge and experience from years of providing unparalleled counsel and assistance to individuals sustaining serious spinal cord injuries. Choosing Carlson Bier means securing the best opportunity for justice served, as we maintain a commitment unmatched -to ensure your rights are safeguarded every step along these taxing pathways that lead towards proper redress and compensation. While our law firm isn’t stationed physically in Palmyra, we recognize its residents’ profound need for world-class legal services accessible within reach hence our dedicated effort to serve all Illinois residents cautiously without contravening any laws. We adopt an individualized approach pivoted on understanding each case’s intricate details before tailoring well-suited strategies aimed at achieving maximum results which have set us apart consistently; holdfasts on your journey towards needed resolution or recompense after such colossal upheaval synonymous with Spinal Cord Injuries.. For rightful advocacy fortified by proven expertise,Come onboard with Carlson Bier today!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Palmyra Illinois

As Carlson Bier law firm, we understand the profound impact that a spinal cord injury can have on an individual’s life and well-being. Our attorneys are experienced in personal injury cases, particularly matters relating to spinal cord injuries, which often bring about complex medical, financial, and emotional challenges for our clients. Based within Illinois bounds, we remain firmly committed to protecting your rights while delivering high-quality legal services leading towards maximum possible compensation.

Spinal cord injuries are traumas impacting the nerves within the spinal canal. These serious injuries may have timely consequences such as temporary or permanent changes in sensation, strength or other body functions below the site of injury. Extensive medical care is often required including hospitalization, surgery and ongoing therapy.

• Immediate symptoms could entail severe back pain and numbness

• Changes in sexual function may be experienced

• There is a risk of complete or partial paralysis

• Some victims develop respiratory complications

The far-reaching effects require substantial expenses for appropriate treatment that merely amplifies the physical and psychological burden of trauma.

Carlson Bier’s knowledgeable team possesses experience tackling issues unique to spinal cord injuries like lifelong disability evaluations or analyzing costs attributed to long-term rehabilitation. We stand prepared with skilled expertise towards navigating this intricate legal labyrinth ensuring due compensation during these difficult times.

Key elements that contribute towards successful litigation pertaining to Spinal Cord Injury encompass:

1) Establishing Liability: We work diligently to prove negligence causing your accident.

2) Documenting Damages: Solid documentation highlighting loss particulars aids in conjuring compelling damage arguments.

3) Optimizing Compensation: Through systematic negotiations or battles at trial if necessary.

As established lawyers rooted within Illinois jurisdiction boundaries—rest assured—we stringently adhere to ethical guidelines mandated by regulatory authorities; hence any misinterpretation implying otherwise stands incorrect.

Although you might be inundated with fears concerning escalating medical bills while grappling with adjusting towards a completely altered lifestyle due to a devastating accident- Take heart- you have not been left alone in this ordeal. Our professional personal injury lawyers exist to shoulder your burdens through dedicated legal services tailored towards ensuring due justice served on your behalf and fair compensation delivered exceeding mere monetary values, reflecting recognition of the significant upheaval consequently bestowed upon your life.

At Carlson Bier, we dedicate ourselves to shoulder all legal proceedings while allowing you space for recovery. We are driven by empathy, credibility and passion; we strive every day to lessen injustice suffered by victims caught off guard amidst life’s unpredictable twists and turns.

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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 Palmyra

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Proficient in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or risky conditions.

Flame Traumas

Giving specialist legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Clinical Incompetence

Offering dedicated legal advice for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Obligation

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, supplying skilled legal guidance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Mishaps

Professional in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking redress for their damages.

Neonatal Harms

Delivering legal guidance for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Incidents: Committed to assisting clients of car accidents obtain just settlement for damages and impairment.

Bike Crashes

Specializing in providing legal services for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Big Rig Collision

Delivering experienced legal advice for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for injuries.

Construction Site Incidents

Concentrated on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Neurological Damages

Expert in providing dedicated legal assistance for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Expertise in addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Focused on legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unfair Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and professional legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Backbone Trauma

Expert in defending patients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal guidance to secure compensation.

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