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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to navigating the complex realm of Spinal Cord Injuries, you want an advocate who is knowledgeable and relentless. Enter Carlson Bier. Our seasoned attorneys have honed their skills in handling such sensitive claims over years of practice in Illinois. Backed by extensive experience, we are focused on providing unparalleled service and delivering results for our clients. We understand the profound impact a spinal cord injury can have on your life – emotionally as well as financially and physically – hence why we singularly pursue the maximum compensation that you deserve from those responsible for your situation. Rest assured, our team doesn’t rest until justice is served: when engaging with us at Carlson Bier, you enlist not just attorneys, but committed champions acting genuinely in your best interest regarding any Spinal Cord Injuries matter prevailing authentically within legal timelines. Explore enhanced legal representation today with Carlson Bier; because together we stand robust against injustice pertaining to Spinal Cord Injuries across Illinois!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Braidwood Illinois

When you or your loved one becomes the unfortunate victim of a spinal cord injury, it’s not just life as normal that is disrupted, but also your dreams and long-term plans. These devastating injuries often result in total or partial paralysis which affect our most basic abilities like walking or even holding a cup of tea; indeed, they can transform vibrant lives into ones dominated by hospital visits and physical therapy. Our team at Carlson Bier understands how overwhelming these changes can be and we’re deeply dedicated to standing up for the rights of people who have suffered from these serious injuries.

Spinal cord injuries primarily occur due to severe trauma like car accidents, falls or sports injuries. They entail damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves within the spine causing permanent alterations to strength, mobility and sensation below the injury site. Such impacts could disrupt careers, restrict independence and necessitate life-long medical care.

• The lumbar region (the lower back), cervical region (the upper part including neck) and thoracic region (middle portion) are generally impacted.

• Accidents resulting in fractured vertebrae usually cause spinal cord injuries.

• Symptoms encompass pain or an intense stinging feeling caused because of damage done to nerve fibers residing in the spinal cord.

Copious medical evidence will need to be presented when seeking compensation, such as full details about surgeries performed, medications prescribed alongside comprehensive past and potential future medical costs. All this information forms a vital component in proving not only fault but also financial recompense’s fairness before law courts.

Comprehensive legal services offered by Carlson Bier include representation throughout all personal injury litigation stages- preparation for trial if mediation negotiation doesn’t yield favorable results; strategizing best action-plans given each case’s specific circumstances plus provision of advice during confusing times so victims don’t accept prematurely low settlement offers before comprehending their condition fully.

Filing lawsuits related with spinal cord-injuries involve complex legal procedures but dealing with insurance firms also needs special expertise. Insurers usually try reducing the claim amount or denying it outright; however, our experienced lawyers at Carlson Bier can make sure your voice doesn’t remain unheard in court and will fight to ensure that your deserved compensation is not undercut.

With the latest advancements made in medical technology, there’s hope for recovery from spinal cord injuries but that hope comes coupled with astronomical costs. Our injury attorneys regularly negotiate for damages to cover:

• Current and future medical bills

• Loss of wages

• Pain and suffering

• Rehabilitation therapies such as physiotherapy

Our team at Carlson Bier acknowledges your uphill road towards recovery following a devastating spinal cord injury. We extend a guiding hand during nightmare times to help clients endure such turbulence via persistent advocacy on behalf of their rights ensuring maximum financial compensation thus enabling higher quality healthcare ahead.

Remember, securing legal representation promptly after an accident is crucial since proof collection becomes more challenging through passage of time. Hence, reaching out sooner helps secure solid compensations serving justice best.

Think about all you’ve lost due to your spinal cord injury – perhaps walking unassisted or enjoying activities like outdoor sports seem like distant memories now. Envisage the value these severed ties hold… Imagine getting some portions of life before the accident back – Would not this chance be worth exploring?

Spinal cord injuries are among the most traumatic ordeals anyone could ever go through- they leave health repercussions far beyond what meets eyes standing testament to physical pain suffered by victims who learn life anew-like infants learning first steps again only burdened with conscious memory about their old ways…

But wait! Remember: Where there is poignant loss, there is potential for resounding recovery too! To start reclaiming your past’s hurt slices one by one, click on the button below- let us assist you review how much your case might deserve as we vow together seeking fullest justice for physical damages sustained by you… Take Carlson Bier’s hand and allow us to provide the expert legal representation you deserve.

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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 Braidwood

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Focused on legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Supplying specialist legal help for people of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Clinical Incompetence

Offering dedicated legal advice for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Responsibility

Taking on cases involving faulty products, providing professional legal support to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Malpractice

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Slip Incidents

Expert in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking recovery for their suffering.

Childbirth Traumas

Offering legal aid for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Mishaps: Devoted to aiding victims of car accidents obtain just remuneration for wounds and destruction.

Motorcycle Crashes

Committed to providing legal advice for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Trucking Crash

Extending experienced legal services for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for hurts.

Building Collisions

Engaged in representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Brain Injuries

Dedicated to ensuring expert legal representation for clients suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Expertise in managing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Unjust Passing

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal services to ensure restitution.

Backbone Injury

Expert in representing patients with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal services to secure compensation.

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