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About Carlson Bier Associates

Navigating the legal landscape following a spinal cord injury can be overwhelming. Rest assured that Carlson Bier, Illinois-based personal injury lawyers, have established exceptional expertise in handling these challenging cases. Our competent and compassionate team has crafted an approach that blends assertive advocacy with supportive client care to exemplify our commitment towards fighting for justice served for those suffering spinal injuries. With a remarkable track record ideal from Bartonville’s perspective, we strive to understand your unique situation fully before designing a bespoke strategy tailored just for you. We pledge transparent discourse about realistic outcomes coupled with relentless pursuit of securing the best available compensation to alleviate financial stress tied up in medical bills and rehabilitation expenses. Spinal cord injuries disrupt lives deeply; at Carlson Bier, we’re invested not only in representing your case but also helping rebuild pieces of stability amid upheaval brought on by such significant trauma—We treat you as more than just clients -you are indeed part of our shared community fight for justice against negligence causing profound harm.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Bartonville Illinois

Representing the rights of spinal cord injury victims in Illinois, Carlson Bier law firm specializes in personal injury law. Here at our office, we understand the immense physical and emotional stress that can result from a severe spinal cord injury, an ordeal often compounded by financial burdens caused by staggering medical bills and inability to work.

Spinal Cord Injuries are life-altering occurrences that can culminate in varying degrees of life-long disabilities. The harm to the spinal cord is capable of causing irreversible damage influencing both the individual’s movement and sensations – some may lose movement partially (paraplegia) while others might become completely paralyzed (quadriplegia). Spinal Cord Repercussions often include loss of sensation – inability to feel cold, heat or touch; Impaired breathing – sufferers might require ventilatory assistance to aid respiration; Pain or an intense stinging feeling due to damaged nerve fibers within your spinal cord.

The professional team here at Carlson Bier is pivotal for any person who has sustained a debilitating injury such as this through no fault of their own. A thorough understanding of these injuries facilitated by advancements in neurology enables us to not only discern the vast complexity of each case but also develop strategies tailored specifically towards attaining maximum compensation for every client.

Delving into further detail about what sets us apart:

• We’re staunch advocates who fight tireless for victims’ rights.

• Our extensive experience encompasses various types of accidents – e.g., automobile crashes.

• Unwavering commitment towards utmost professionalism & client care.

• Tremendous success record- Thousands have received rightful compensation under our guidance.

It’s worthwhile mentioning that under Illinois Law, persons responsible for causing bodily harms such as Spinal Cord Injuries resulting out negligence or reckless behavior are held accountable financially. They’ll be compelled to indemnify all ensuing past and future medical bills; pain & suffering; disability-related expenses; lost wages; punitive damages etc. Determining liability in some cases could be difficult so having a strong legal ally is essential. Our team persistently works to ensure that every liable party is held accountable.

It’s worth repeating – Time is of essence when dealing with spinal cord injuries because the claims process tends to take longer than other personal injury matters. Immediate action ensures preservation of evidence, obtaining essential witness statements and timely filing with insurance companies among others. Be assured Carlson Bier operates on a contingency basis, meaning you don’t owe us any fees unless we secure compensation for your case.

Let our firm guide your step towards truth and justice if you or a loved one has suffered from a spinal cord injury due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness. With extensive knowledge about the nature and consequences of such devastating damages, backed by formidable negotiation and litigation skills, let us help shed light through these dark times.

As much as prognoses after spinal cord injuries differ greatly depending on how severe damage is- utilizing an expert hand to fight along your side can make all the difference not only regarding financial recovery but also securing appropriate medical care & rehabilitation services.

You deserve proficient representation without confusion or difficulty understanding how the intricate mechanism of claims work – We at Carlson Bier work meticulously toward ensuring this. Our goal is always centered around helping victims pour through distressing circumstances ahead by providing unwavering support throughout their ordeal.

Don’t shoulder this burden alone…you need not journey unaided through dense wilderness that often signifies representing oneself in such issues…Take advantage of competent guidance provided by our seasoned legal veterans.

Finally, we urge you not hesitate – Acting swiftly holds paramount importance in instances like these. Reach out now! Use the button provided below and find out what your critical injury claim might be potentially worth! Let’s connect today – Act promptly before time fades away important details relevant to deliberating justifiable compensation amounts for you or your special ones faced with tragic circumstances encompassing unbearably severe spinal cord injuries. Seek out justice – contact Carlson Bier now!

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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 Bartonville

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Supplying specialist legal assistance for people of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Providing specialist legal services for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Responsibility

Taking on cases involving faulty products, offering expert legal services to customers affected by defective items.

Senior Neglect

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

Slip and Stumble Injuries

Professional in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking justice for their suffering.

Childbirth Wounds

Extending legal support for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Accidents

Crashes: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents get reasonable remuneration for damages and impairment.

Scooter Incidents

Expert in providing representation for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

18-Wheeler Accident

Extending experienced legal support for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for losses.

Building Incidents

Dedicated to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Cognitive Damages

Committed to extending professional legal representation for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Injuries

Adept at dealing with cases for people who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unfair Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and skilled legal services to ensure justice.

Spine Trauma

Committed to assisting persons with paralysis, offering expert legal assistance to secure settlement.

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