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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering from a Spinal Cord Injury can result in life-altering consequences, leading to physical burden and financial upheaval. When faced with such adversity, it’s critical to turn towards sound legal help capable of navigating the complexities surrounding your personal injury case. Carlson Bier is the wisest consideration for a Spinal Cord Injuries lawyer that you could make.

As experts in personal injury law, we specialize in representing clients who have suffered from spinal cord injuries due to accidents or other trauma. Our highly skilled attorneys are renowned statewide for offering meticulous representation, which aims at maximizing compensation while minimizing hassle. At Carlson Bier, compassion pairs with expertise; understanding our client’s plight fuels us relentlessly towards seeking justice.

Achieving favorable settlements and verdicts on behalf of our clients throughout all Illinois speaks volumes about our commitment and calibre . While we may not be physically present within Andover city limits ,we do cater to its residents having their best interests at heart during one of life’s most critical moments

Choosing Carlson Bier isn’t just an option; it emulates your unwavering spirit fighting against odds – as staunchly as ours advocating for you!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Andover Illinois

Navigating the complexities of spine-related injuries can be a daunting task to bear on your own. At Carlson Bier, your welfare is our priority. As an Illinois-based personal injury attorney group, we specialize in dealing with cases involving spinal cord injuries. We firmly believe that those suffering from such life-changing trauma should possess the right information and resources necessary to understand their situation.

Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) are often caused by forceful impacts damaging either part or all of the spinal cord—the primary conduit responsible for transmitting messages between the brain and body. Most SCIs result primarily from destructive accidents, falls, or violence—though they may occasionally arise due to diseases like cancer. Typically characterized by loss of sensation or motor function below the level of injury, SCI’s severity varies widely—from transient numbness to complete paralysis.

Within these broad categories exist two types: “complete” SCI which utterly severs communication lines between brain and body portions beneath the point of injury leading to total numbness; and “incomplete”, wherein some neural connections remain intact—providing potential avenues for recovery. Understanding these basic distinctions is paramount when assessing possible outcomes and devising rehabilitation strategies

Typically following a severe accident resulting in suspected SCI, individuals need immediate immobilisation before being transported carefully to preventing further damage—a protocol known as “spinal precautions.” Once hospitalised, various methods viz diagnostic imaging, physical exams, etc., establish the presence—and degree—of SCI.

Trauma management usually begins conservatively—with stabilization considered paramount—often necessitating medicines and surgery—to relieve pressure on the spinal cord besides maintaining its alignment/integrity.

– Rehabilitation therapy focuses upon improving current functionality while addressing potential complications according’to each patient’s needs. Potential therapies include Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT) along Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), among others.

Post-recovery introduces challenges too—even relatively minor irritations/infections could undermine progress—demanding constant vigilance and appropriate preventative measures.

Beneath these clinical complexities, the cost of managing SCI is also substantial. The initial treatment depends on injury severity but always sizable—with lifetime costs ranging into millions for severe cases. Besides medical expenses, additional financial burdens include lost earnings given the reduced/eliminated capacity to work.

At Carlson Bier, we understand these realities too well—as your partner in such times—we are committed to assisting you not only to recover medically but also financially by pursuing compensation via legal channels. Our primary mandate: ensuring those responsible for causing harm do bear their fair share—for costs incurred directly because of injuries sustained especially future expenses vis-a-vis rehabilitation care/loss in earning!

A comprehensive understanding of Spinal Cord Injuries is crucial—not just from a psychological perspective—but more critically—it holds ramifications upon how successfully victims adapt post-SCI towards achieving fullest possible recovery while coping with enduring challenges—maintaining optimal physical/emotional health alongside maximizing independence/quality life. At Carlson Bier—we’re there beyond merely picturing clients’ needs—to walking that challenging journey together—from initial evaluation until eventual resumption normalcy (as far as possible)—to champion your rights vigorously.

We invite individuals facing SCI-related difficulties—or anyone seeking clearer insights regarding potential/legal implications—to seek our professional aid/opinion via contact provided below—who knows? You may yet discover new hope amidst adversity!

As part of our commitment towards enabling informed decisions about pursuing compensation claims related to spinal cord injuries , we encourage you to utilize the complimentary case assessment tool available on this page; determining where justice lies can be an empowering step toward healing—and possibly—the start it takes reclaiming past due compensations rightfully owed unto you! Click below to get started in assessing what your case might be worth and initiate steps towards your deserved justice today.

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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 Andover

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Expert in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Giving expert legal advice for patients of intense burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Medical Incompetence

Extending professional legal support for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Responsibility

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, providing skilled legal help to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Slip Incidents

Expert in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking recovery for their losses.

Infant Damages

Providing legal aid for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Incidents

Crashes: Focused on assisting individuals of car accidents receive equitable recompense for wounds and losses.

Bike Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal support for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

18-Wheeler Incident

Offering professional legal advice for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for harms.

Worksite Collisions

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

Head Damages

Specializing in ensuring expert legal support for clients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Harms

Expertise in addressing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Focused on legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Undeserved Death

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and expert legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spine Trauma

Dedicated to advocating for persons with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure compensation.

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