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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to representing clients with spinal cord injuries, Carlson Bier stands out as the premier choice in Illinois. Our team is renowned for its commitment and dedication to securing justice for those affected by such life-altering traumas. Whether through negotiating compensations or fiercely advocating in court, we leverage our rich legal experience to achieve optimal outcomes for you. For those residing in Blandinsville seeking representation, take note: although we work tirelessly across the state of Illinois, local advocates simply cannot match our caliber of prowess expertise when it comes to spinal cord injury cases. Entrust your case with Carlson Bier – where thousands have found relief amidst their physical and emotional turmoil induced by these unfortunate accidents. Not only are we well-versed in navigating the intricacies of personal injury laws related to spinal damage but our empathetic approach ensures that each client feels cared for during this challenging journey. Remember: if you’re seeking superior advocacy after a spinal cord injury within Illinois’ jurisdictions – consider no other than Carlson Bier.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Blandinsville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexity of Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs) and are committed to providing you with comprehensive legal support. SCIs often result from unfortunate incidents such as car crashes, physical violence or falls – instances where due care was not afforded leading to damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spinal canal. The consequences can be severe, ranging from loss of strength and sensation below the level of injury to complete paralysis.

When facing such a profound impact on the quality of life, legal issues are probably not foremost among your concerns but consider this: understanding your rights and what compensation you might be entitled to is a critical factor in adjusting to life post-injury. At Illinois-based law firm, Carlson Bier, these matters are our specialization.

We don’t just handle cases – we educate clients so they grasp a full understanding about SCI’s indefinite effects:

• Permanent changes may happen in body functions like mobility or sensation.

• Loss of independence may lead victims suffering from anxiety or depression.

• Rehabilitation is necessary which includes physical therapy and use of assistive devices.

• Lifelong medical care potentially causing financial strain on victims and families.

Our devoted personal injury attorneys firmly believe in supporting you through every step of your journey towards justice. With years spent battling for maximum settlements for our clients, we have accumulated an extensive knowledge base concerning all aspects related to SCIs – including medical terminology, procedures, long-term impacts as well as an intricate understanding of insurance policies that attempt to limit settlement amounts.

Together with dedication and compassion that define us at Carlson Bier, access to renowned independent investigators bolsters our negotiation power during settlement discussions or makes for a robust case if a trial becomes necessary. Harnessing their expertise allows us better position how injuries occurred while enabling accurate determination for attributing liability.

Navigating through aftermaths following a SCI can be overwhelming; combating disorienting paperwork trails should not be a journey you venture on alone. Allow us the privilege to guide you down this path ensuring your legal rights are protected while you concentrate on physical and emotional healing.

Finally, if exploring unknowns around legal compensation for SCI is daunting, our team has made it easier. In response to those uncertainties, we have established an innovative feature just a click away – by simply engaging the button below, you’ll be able to estimate how much your case could be worth. Known for our transparency and commitment towards exceptional client care, we guarantee that utilising this tool comes with no obligations; it merely presents an opportunity of understanding potential compensations should you choose a step toward justice.

At Carlson Bier, we’re more than lawyers operating in Illinois – we extend a helping hand to people grappling with life’s sudden changes through dedicated support and guidance rooted in comprehensive expertise about Spinal Cord Injuries. Let us help ensure your post-injury life doesn’t compromise what justice owes you.

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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 Blandinsville

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Extending specialist legal advice for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Healthcare Misconduct

Extending specialist legal assistance for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Accountability

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip and Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking restitution for their suffering.

Childbirth Wounds

Supplying legal support for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Car Incidents

Collisions: Concentrated on aiding sufferers of car accidents obtain equitable remuneration for injuries and destruction.

Motorcycle Incidents

Expert in providing representation for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Offering experienced legal advice for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for losses.

Building Mishaps

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Brain Impairments

Focused on providing compassionate legal support for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Proficient in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unjust Passing

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal support to ensure justice.

Neural Harm

Committed to defending victims with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure compensation.

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