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About Carlson Bier Associates

When confronting the life-changing aftermath of a spinal cord injury, navigating legal complexities should not compound your stress. Seeking representation from Carlson Bier, experienced Spinal Cord Injuries attorneys, is an imperative step towards reclaiming control and justice. Our litigation team has cultivated vast expertise in spinal cord injuries law across both Illinois State and Atkinson area cases. We assertively pursue rightful compensation for our clients to ease their financial burdens tied to medical care costs and lost wages. What sets us apart? The personal attention we lavish on each client’s case ensures a tailored approach that matches unique circumstances—a commitment mirrored in our successful track record with numerous satisfied clients throughout Atkinson who commend our exceptional services.. Trusting Carlson Bier spells entrusting your case to unwavering advocacy, seasoned professionalism, profound understanding of the intricacies surrounding this specific practice area; indeed it means choosing the best lawyers available for Spinal Cord Injuries related litigation.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Atkinson Illinois

As the trusted professionals at Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with a refined focus on spinal cord injuries. We are committed to covering all corners of Illinois, using our extensive knowledge to provide you with intricate details and guidance needed to navigate through any situation related to this type of trauma. A spinal cord injury involves damage to any part within the spinal cord or nerves located at the end of the spinal canal–compromising balance, strength, sensation, and other functions. This group of injuries can pose life-altering changes and result in distressing effects.

For your convenience and understanding, we have laid out key aspects that relate to such cases:

• Spinal Cord Injury Types: There are primarily two types—complete and incomplete. Complete implies a total loss of sensation and motor function below the level of injury while an incomplete injury means some functionality is retained.

• Causes: Any blow that fractures or dislocates vertebrae may cause spinal cord injuries. Motor vehicle accidents account for almost half these instances followed by falls, acts of violence such as gunshots/stabbings which form about 15% cases along with sports-related incidents which are approximately 9%.

• Symptoms: Loss of movement & sensations like touch/temperature below the affected area; spasms/exaggerated reflexes; pain; difficulties breathing due to impaired chest wall functions- these symptoms vary based on severity & location on your spine.

Spinal cord injuries can significantly affect lives physically, mentally, emotionally as well as financially. While facing such extreme circumstances it’s important to know that right legal support safeguards interests effectively ensuring rightful compensation helping you navigate scattered pieces back together.

At Carlson Bier our firm works diligently in pursuit of justice for those who’ve sustained these often debilitating injuries advocating strong representation for victims retaining their rights under Illinois law delivering maximal damages attainable against parties responsible for causing harm consciously or negligently. Our team’s comprehensive experience dealing with spinal cord injuries helps us understand complexities that come attached, allowing us to provide personalised solutions based on individual needs and circumstances.

We empathize with burdensome challenges faced by victims & their families due to unanticipated trauma. Not only is it our duty as the legal representatives but also an inner obligation towards society, to be your guiding light during these testing times.

Ensuring promptness in reaching out for medical help must be the first step post a serious injury due to any accident or mishap. It’s critical since immediate treatment can reduce long term implications considerably.

Our attorneys work alongside network of experts in varied fields assisting you from start till end incorporating robust strategies addressing intricate levels of the legal process building strong cases customized to specific situations which ensure fruitful results enabling our clients resume normal life faster while focusing undividedly on recovery.

At Carlson Bier, we turn over every stone so that injustices done are not left without repercussions offering support throughout this journey right through financial hardships surrendering nothing less than what’s rightfully ours under law reclaiming hope & dignity victimized at hands of wrongful events.

If you or someone close has suffered from a spinal cord injury, now is the time to step up and claim your rights; allow justice verifies its existence by shining bright amidst darkest incidents life throws unexpectedly at innocent lives.. Giving your case into trustworthy hands guarantees relief from unnecessary distress enabling healthier healing phases.

As you walk down this path towards asserting your rightful claims against all responsible parties, click the button below will shed light upon potential worth of your case allowing a clearer picture regarding various aspects of pursuing interactions further driven by laudable intentions ensuring fair representation at every juncture handled proficiently by our experienced team. Your fight becomes ours as together we guide accountability where it belongs sending forth resounding messages that wrongdoings have consequences worthy enough shattering peace until justice prevails restoring balance lost due mishaps ensuring best possible outcomes under Illinois law.

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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 Atkinson

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Burns

Offering professional legal support for victims of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

Extending expert legal advice for victims affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Accountability

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, providing professional legal services to victims affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Slip Accidents

Expert in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking recovery for their damages.

Neonatal Traumas

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to helping individuals of car accidents obtain appropriate settlement for harms and damages.

Motorcycle Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal support for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

18-Wheeler Incident

Offering experienced legal services for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for hurts.

Construction Collisions

Dedicated to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Head Injuries

Focused on providing expert legal representation for clients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Damages

Proficient in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

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

Neural Injury

Dedicated to defending persons with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal services to secure recovery.

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