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At Carlson Bier, we’ve garnered an esteemed reputation as expert spinal cord injuries attorneys. Our unwavering commitment to justice resonates not only in Illinois but beyond its borders too. Aware of the profound challenge that a spinal cord injury can impose on your life, our legal team thrives on navigating complex cases with unmatched competence and astute attention to detail. We believe every client deserves specialized care and guidance; thus, we shoulder the burdensome legal proceedings while you focus solely on recovery.

We are adept at securing optimal outcomes by meticulously analyzing medical reports, probing into contributing factors like faulty products or safety protocol violations along with harnessing testimony from leading medical experts. Trust us to fight zealously for rightful compensation covering your healthcare costs, lost wages, pain suffering, thereby restoring a degree of normalcy in these challenging times.

Ultimately at Carlson Bier quality service goes hand-in-hand with proficiency. Choose us as your reliable ally who relentlessly seeks just solutions representing you uncompromisingly when it matters most – during spinal cord injury litigations.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Bluford Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on our steadfast commitment to representing individuals who have suffered spinal cord injuries. We understand the immense impact these injuries can have on a person’s life-physically, emotionally, and financially. Often the result of automobile accidents, sports activities, falls or violence, spinal cord damage is a severe form of traumatic injury that can lead to partial or complete paralysis, life-changing mobility issues and other devastating effects.

Spinal cord injuries are any harm inflicted upon the spinal cord that results in permanent change in body functions. These damages often stem from sudden blows or cuts to the spine that fracture or dislocate vertebrae. Consequently, this may bruise or tear into spinal cord tissue affecting their capacity to relay messages between the brain and body parts leading to changes in function such as loss of mobility or feeling.

• Primary Spinal Cord Injuries – Occur at the instance of trauma during an accident.

• Secondary Spinal Cord Injuries – Develop over time after the initial injury due to inflammation, swelling and fluid accumulation around your spinal area.

These complex forms of trauma require thorough medical attention for proper diagnosis through assessment strategies like physical examinations along with imaging tests including X-rays, CT scans and MRI scans. A swift diagnosis is crucial not only for management purposes but also for legal reasons if one seeks compensation after such unfortunate incidents.

Here at Carlson Bier our trusted personal injury attorneys provide comprehensive counsel regarding your rights following a spinal cord injury situation. Having handled numerous cases encompassing various degrees of severity within Illinois State boundaries, you’ll benefit from our vast knowledge base complemented by years of refined experience navigating intricate court systems championing for deserved compensation

Recovery from spinal cord injuries encapsulates more than just accruing costly medical bills; it’s about getting your life back on track which often includes restoring lost wages during treatment periods as well rehabilitation programs tailored towards reintegration into normalcy post-injury.

At the heart of our practice is a deep-rooted passion for justice and fair compensation. We fight vigorously in each case to ensure that every individual gets the settlement they deserve, which often involves intricate negotiation dealings with insurance companies or contentious courtroom battles should an agreeable resolution fail.

As one navigates their way through spinal cord injury aftermaths preset with multitudes of challenges, we extend our role beyond legal representation dedicating full commitment striving towards aiding your recovery endeavors.

While these injuries can be severely life-altering, understanding every intricacy involved plays a crucial role in measure towards maximum possible recovery–physically, emotionally and financially. At Carlson Bier, our key principle is placing our clientele’s best interests at the forefront characterized by honest conversations about what you can expect throughout your process to attain justified compensation.

We are well aware that no amount of monetary compensation can completely make up for the drastic life changes imposed on you by such injuries but we staunchly believe in holding accountable those responsible for your predicament offering some form of relief from accrued medical expenses among other damages incurred.

Got questions? Our dedicated team of legal professionals stands ready to offer detailed responses illuminating on various aspects surrounding spinal cord injury scenarios within Illinois jurisdiction boundaries – minus any costs or obligations. Kindly reach us today!

The journey toward healing after sustaining a spinal cord injury may seem daunting; however, knowing your rights and understanding possibilities available is a significant stride toward recovery. We encourage you not to face this alone – allow us at Carlson Bier lend our expertise making certain those responsible pay duly! Curious if there’s potential value embedded in your case? Feel free to click on the button below for comprehensive details regarding the worth aspect pertaining specifically to YOUR case!

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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 Bluford

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Proficient in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Flame Wounds

Giving skilled legal support for patients of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Providing expert legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Accountability

Taking on cases involving defective products, supplying specialist legal services to individuals affected by harmful products.

Senior Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip and Slip Mishaps

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Traumas

Offering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Collisions

Mishaps: Concentrated on supporting victims of car accidents receive reasonable settlement for harms and losses.

Motorbike Incidents

Expert in providing legal services for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Offering expert legal assistance for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for damages.

Worksite Incidents

Committed to supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Damages

Specializing in extending dedicated legal advice for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Proficient in tackling cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Committed to legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unfair Death

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and expert legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spine Harm

Specializing in assisting individuals with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal representation to secure redress.

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