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About Carlson Bier Associates

As a trusted name in personal injury litigation, Carlson Bier has consistently provided robust legal representation to individuals facing the challenges of spinal cord injuries. We understand that these significant and often life-altering setbacks require not only medical attention but also vigorous legal support to address matters related to compensation claims and settlements. Rest assured, as your advocate, we are at the forefront in navigating such complex legal landscapes efficiently. Our experienced team ensures you receive the maximum possible financial restitution for your physical, emotional and financial burdens post-injury.

What sets us apart? Carlson Bier has honed its proficiency within Illinois’ intricate laws pertaining to spinal cord injuries over years of practice, delivering unrivaled guidance during trial proceedings or settlement negotiations. The trust demonstrated by our clients is based on our commitment to personalized service; each client’s case is handled with paramount consideration ensuring their individual circumstances are factored into achieving an optimal outcome.

With unwavering dedication towards representing Spinal Cord Injury victims across Illinois state lines, ensure you’re represented right; choose Carlson Bier for excellence in pursuing justice.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Alexis Illinois

At the esteemed personal injury law firm of Carlson Bier, based in Illinois, we specialize in handling intricate cases relating to Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs). As experts with a wealth of experience on board, we believe that our clients deserve the most detailed and comprehensive information related to their conditions.

Spinal Cord Injuries typically occur due to a sudden trauma or blow to the spine that fractures or dislocates vertebrae causing devastating changes affecting virtually every physical aspect as well as the psychological wellbeing of injured individuals. Depending on the severity and location of the SCI, symptoms can vary from pain or numbness to paralysis – either partial or total.

• The two main types of SCIs are ‘Complete’ where there is no sensation below the level of injury; and ‘Incomplete’, when there is some function below that level.

• One adverse consequence could be Tetraplegia (also known as Quadriplegia) which denotes impairment in all four limbs along with bodily functions.

• Paraplegia relates to loss of function below waist-level impacting leg mobility primarily but also having ramifications for internal functions.

It’s important not just understanding these terms but exploring potential avenues for remedy too.

Acute medical intervention & rehabilitative treatment form part of care regimes aimed at maximizing functionality whilst managing associated complications. Ongoing research is continually pushing boundaries leading to innovations like neural stem cell trials.

We at Carlson Bier understand that while coping with such catastrophic injuries can hinge largely upon medical advancements, it becomes imperative considering legal recourses like financial compensation playing an equally significant role towards improving quality-of-life post-SCI.

This route however comes with inherent complexities navigating through cross-referenced laws and regulations requiring proficient know-how combined with empathetic handling – both hallmarks distinguishing us here at Carlson Bier. Our dedicated team offers years-long expertise building resilient claims backed by supportive evidence optimizing success rates thus promising our clients unwavering trust.

With such intricacies at play, compensation calculation can differ per case based on variables like lost wages or projected losses, medical bills past & future plus notably ‘Pain and Suffering’ including emotional distress. Here skillful negotiation backed by comprehensive understanding of insurance policies come into play to avoid under-settlements.

Given our tier-one reputation in Illinois as personal injury attorneys offering unparalleled legal services across the region we advise all individuals or their families grappling with repercussions of SCIs to consider arranging a consultation with us to evaluate your options from an informed position. The tenacity exhibited by team Carlson Bier when working on your behalf translates into tangible results ameliorating lifelong impacts due to traumatic spinal cord injuries.

In this fast-paced world, each moment is pivotal – so why delay exploring what could be a life-altering decision? Be assured that every query receives careful attention reflecting the gravity it deserves thus enabling you in making sound choices leading towards restoring control over disrupted lives – reaching beyond limitations!

No one prepares for a SCI but knowing where to turn post-incident is crucial. At Carlson Bier, we believe in extending our expertise towards assisting clients making informed decisions catering not just present needs but also discussing potential long-term implications addressing how compensations could extend financial help while dealing with unforeseen challenges that might surface down the line resulting out of initial injuries.

Therefore, don’t hesitate! Instead act promptly bringing aboard seasoned professionals like us standing ready unleashing every effort turning adversity into a restorative journey fortified through justice. Click on the button below now find out more about what your case may potentially be worth because when facing difficulties one doesn’t have to endure alone – Team Carlson Bier remains passionately committed ensuring you stand supported throughout unfolding chapters stemming from unfortunate Spinal Cord Injuries.

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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 Alexis

Bike Mishaps

Expert in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Burn Burns

Offering adept legal support for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Clinical Malpractice

Delivering specialist legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Liability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal assistance to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Neglect

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

Fall and Tumble Injuries

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking recovery for their suffering.

Childbirth Wounds

Extending legal assistance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Accidents: Focused on assisting patients of car accidents gain reasonable settlement for hurts and harm.

Motorbike Incidents

Specializing in providing legal advice for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Semi Mishap

Extending adept legal assistance for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for damages.

Building Incidents

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Head Impairments

Committed to extending compassionate legal representation for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Adept at tackling cases for people who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unfair Death

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and skilled legal services to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Committed to advocating for patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal assistance to secure redress.

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