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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the devastating reality of a spinal cord injury, you need a trusted ally in your fight for justice. This is precisely what Carlson Bier offers to every client we serve. Rooted deeply in Illinois, our team has serviced clients including those residing in Bloomington who have suffered traumatic spinal cord injuries due to negligence or accidents. Our expert attorneys recognize and understand the long-term implications these injuries can cause, both emotionally and financially. We are dedicated advocates for victims’ rights and will ensure that our legal strategies align with your best interests at heart.

Using progressive methodologies informed by years of experience, our seasoned lawyers navigate through complex litigation processes effortlessly while maintaining communication at each stage of the process. Trust us; no one understands Illinois laws quite like we do! Thus you can be confident about achieving fair compensation legally owed to you.

Selecting Carlson Bier signifies choosing commitment towards enforcing justice together with unmatched expertise within this field specifically – we don’t just practice law; here at Carlson Bier, law is part of who we are as professionals passionate about serving spinal cord injury victims efficiently and empathetically.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Bloomington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the nuances of personal injury law. Our dedicated team, based in Illinois, offers a wealth of knowledge and experience that can be invaluable to you as you navigate the complex legal landscape following a spinal cord injury. No one expects to encounter a life-changing event like this, but when it happens, you need trusted professionals to advocate on your behalf.

Spinal cord injuries entail not only significant physical pain and suffering but also emotional stress and financial instability. These repercussions often come hand-in-hand with hefty medical bills, rehabilitation costs, and loss of income due to inability to work. Carlson Bier endeavors to offer empathetic yet tenacious representation for those grappling with such plight.

The severity of spinal cord injuries can drastically differ from one individual to another -with ramifications that range from temporary mobility impairments all the way through complete paralysis. At times, these incidents are tied to negligence or wrongdoing by another party which brings about distinctive circumstances that merit legal action.

• Accidents involving automobiles frequently contribute towards many cases of spinal cord injuries

• High-risk activities such as extreme sports can lead to serious instances of back and neck damage

• Faulty equipment or ill-maintained facilities may cause harm resulting in long-term disability

With careful analysis of medical records, accident reports, witness statements and other pertinent details surrounding an incident Carlson Bier guards your rights passionately. We acquire substantial elements for formulating strong claims for compensation in favor of our clients while tailoring strategies in specific alignment with each victim’s unique scenario.

Alongside addressing immediate needs such as medical expenses linked with initial treatment phase; ensuing complications caused by spinal cord injuries must not be disregarded either :

• Rehabilitation therapies including occupational therapy or physiotherapy are crucial components within recovery process

• Home modifications might become obligatory for accommodating reduced mobility

• Psychological counseling could turn out beneficial in coping with emotional challenges involved

More importantly though is addressing loss of earning potential and diminished quality of life as major aspects in claims for compensation. After all, a holistic consideration of these current and future costs is integral to calculate the comprehensive amount in damages that you rightfully deserve.

Navigating through legal corridors post a spinal cord injury can appear daunting. With an overwhelming range of medical jargon and legal expressions involved, relaying your case convincingly might seem like an uphill task without professional assistance at hand. That’s exactly where Carlson Bier comes into the picture

As personal injury attorneys, we excel at simplifying complex narratives by presenting clear arguments before opposition parties or insurance providers. Our focused advocacy emphasizes on procuring the highest levels of compensation for our clients – mitigating financial strains encountered along their road to recovery.

Facing this experience alone can feel isolating but that doesn’t have to be the case when working with Carlson Bier Our absolute commitment towards delivering justice means you can rely fully on us while staying engaged with your recuperation and rehabilitation endeavors in full swing.

The hallmarks of our service include extensive legal knowledge about spinal cord injuries, empathetic understanding towards victims’ circumstances, devoted representation tailored as per individual needs ,and result-oriented strategies aimed at meeting optimum outcomes

We invite you to further explore the value we provide: take advantage of our FREE Case Evaluation tool . By clicking on the button below, you’ll receive expert insight regarding what your case may potentially be worth based upon specifics contributed from your end This no-obligation offering could well serve as your first crucial step towards gaining restitution deserved for distress endured Don’t wait any longer ; Let Carlton Bier bridge the gap between where you stand today and rightful reparation due tomorrow.

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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 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 Bloomington

Bike Collisions

Proficient in legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Providing skilled legal support for victims of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Medical Carelessness

Providing professional legal representation for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering adept legal guidance to victims affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Malpractice

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

Stumble & Trip Incidents

Skilled in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking recovery for their suffering.

Infant Damages

Supplying legal aid for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Incidents: Committed to guiding patients of car accidents obtain equitable recompense for injuries and destruction.

Bike Accidents

Focused on providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Trucking Incident

Ensuring specialist legal representation for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just claims for harms.

Construction Accidents

Dedicated to defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Neurological Injuries

Specializing in extending expert legal advice for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Injuries

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Focused on legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Undeserved Passing

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Injury

Focused on supporting victims with paralysis, offering professional legal representation to secure settlement.

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