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When faced with the distressing aftermath of a spinal cord injury, you need a legal partner who brings expertise, compassion, and relentless commitment to your case. Carlson Bier is that partner. Counted among the leading personal injury attorney groups in Illinois, we emphasize on cases related to Spinal Cord Injuries – one of our primary areas of specialty. What makes us distinct are our years of experience translating into an impressive record for securing fair compensation for injuries sustained due to negligent or willful acts by others. Carlson Bier’s success lies in drafting cogent arguments based upon exhaustive research while providing personalized service tailored around your unique circumstances and emotional needs during this trying time. Residents of Barrington Hills can rely on us as their go-to resource because we pride ourselves on serving clients across diverse locations in Illinois territory – understanding their local scenario & operating within its jurisdictional confines effectively and efficiently – Rather than dwelling upon geographical divides; choose professional excellence when it matters most – choose Carlson Bier today!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Barrington Hills Illinois

At the esteemed Carlson Bier law firm, a trusted personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, we understand the complexities and nuances of spinal cord injuries. We aim to provide you with comprehensive education about spinal cord injuries and what legal options are available to victims. This critical information can guide you in navigating the frequently overwhelming terrain that accompanies these catastrophic events.

Spinal cord injuries are devastating incidents that can drastically alter your life and those around you. Often caused by car accidents, falls, sports injuries or even violence, these traumatic events can lead to partial or complete paralysis, loss of sensation or functionality below the site of the injury. Several signs reveal that an individual may be suffering from a spinal cord injury such as extreme back pain, numbness or paralysis in any part of their body.

• Paraplegia: This condition paralyzes the lower half of your body including both legs.

• Tetraplegia/Quadriplegia: This results in some degree of paralysis in all four limbs.

• Triplegia: It takes away mobility and sensation from one arm and both legs.

Every case varies depending on factors like injury severity, location and patient’s support network. Medical burdens associated with this level of trauma are far-reaching – ranging from surgeries required immediately after injury to ongoing rehabilitative therapies and equipment needs – necessitating lifelong costs that could run into millions. Additionally, there is also the cost of lost income due to reduced earning capacity coupled with increased everyday living expenses tied to adapting one’s lifestyle post-injury.

Navigating through these complex medical-financial issues while grappling with physical recovery requires expertise assistance — this is where our seasoned team at Carlson Bier steps in. Armed with extensive experience handling these claims across Illinois, we work diligently on behalf of our clients advocating for their right to receive fair compensation.

Often personal injury cases aren’t just about dealing with insurance companies but against hospitals/practitioners as well; there might be a potential medical malpractice undercurrent. Hence, we keenly evaluate your case from multiple perspectives and map out the most strategic course of action to get you the justice you deserve.

Not only do we provide legal representation, but our firm also understands the importance of offering emotional support during such challenging times by partnering with key subject matter specialists who can assist in rehabilitation and adapting to new lifestyle changes that accompany spinal cord injuries.

At Carlson Bier personal injury attorneys, our commitment extends beyond client representation – we are dedicated allies for victims who have experienced trauma owing to someone’s negligence or wrongdoing. If you or a loved one is suffering from spinal cord injuries due to an accident or another’s negligence, now is the time to consider seeking legal help.

Don’t struggle alone. We understand your pain; let us lend our expertise where it counts the most. Let us evaluate if there is a viable personal injury case and what it could potentially be worth financially speaking. To find out more about how much compensation your case might warrant, please click on ‘Find My Case Value’ below. It’s important not to settle for less than what legitimately belongs to you– after all wouldn’t justice truly served equate compensating for lost quality of life? Trust Carlson Bier- Your trusted ally in this daunting journey towards reclaiming control over your life!

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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 Barrington Hills

Bicycle Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Providing expert legal advice for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Extending dedicated legal representation for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Taking on cases involving defective products, supplying expert legal services to victims affected by faulty goods.

Senior Malpractice

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Slip Occurrences

Expert in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking restitution for their damages.

Infant Injuries

Delivering legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Car Accidents

Crashes: Devoted to aiding victims of car accidents get appropriate payout for wounds and losses.

Scooter Accidents

Specializing in providing legal support for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Trucking Crash

Offering expert legal support for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for damages.

Building Site Incidents

Committed to supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to offering expert legal advice for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Injuries

Expertise in addressing cases for people who have suffered harms from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unjust Passing

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and expert legal assistance to ensure redress.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in assisting individuals with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal support to secure recovery.

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