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Suffering a burn injury can be an overwhelming event that disrupts every aspect of your life. Severe burns often require extensive medical treatment and in some cases, lifelong care. As experienced Burn Injuries attorneys, Carlson Bier is committed to helping the residents of Brighton Park navigate through these difficult times with grace and strength. Our seasoned team specializes in decisively fighting for our client’s rights and maximizing their recovery while providing them full support throughout their legal journey. We understand how painful it is emotionally, physically and financially when you or a loved one suffers from a burn injury – having us on your side means we work relentlessly to get you what you rightfully deserve! With an outstanding record at both negotiations table & courtroom battles, the focus of Carlson Bier is always rooted in securing justice for all involved parties; not just words but tangible results which make significant changes in injured lives. Choosing Carlson Bier as your legal counsel means entrusting only the best to vindicate your interests.

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Burn Injuries Lawyers in Brighton Park Illinois

Burn injuries can lead to serious physical and emotional trauma. Whether you have suffered a burn injury from a building fire, due to defective products or as a result of workplace accidents, the highly-qualified team at Carlson Bier is committed to providing extensive legal support that caters directly to your needs. Our personal injury attorneys, anchored in Illinois, specialize in achieving maximum compensation for burn victims and helping them gain justice.

Understanding the complexity of burn injuries is paramount when searching for adept legal representation. Burns are categorized into three levels:

• First-degree burns typically affect only the skin’s outer layer.

• Second-degree burns damage both the external layer and underlying layers of skin.

• Third-degree burns cause severe destruction extending through every layer of skin, often resulting in permanent tissue damage.

Each level presents unique challenges regarding medical costs, future treatments or procedures, and potential disruption to one’s livelihood — not discounting the mental anguish frequently accompanying such trauma. Carlson Bier approaches these facets head-on by diligently working on your behalf against those responsible.

An alarming aspect about burn injuries is that they usually involve more than just initial hospitalization costs. They may necessitate ongoing medical care such as reconstructive surgeries or psychological counseling for post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In addition:

• Rehabilitation for physical functions can be prolonged and expensive.

• Severe burns might require specialized equipment for simple day-to-day tasks.

• The loss of income during recovery affects victim’s financial stability drastically.

• Severe disfigurement might result in significant psychological suffering and social stigma.

At Carlson Bier we intertwine our knowledge about specificities related with different types of burns—such as chemical burns which could have long-term effects on organ function—with years-long expertise dealing with insurance companies who might attempt shifting blame onto victims or undervaluing claims. We work relentlessly so you attain optimal outcome possible.

Moreover, we acknowledge that navigating through legal processes following an injurious event can be overwhelming for most individuals. In addition to our rich legal expertise, we strive to provide compassionate client-centric service. As your representative, we ensure that you have a complete understanding of every step in this undertaking, distilling complicated legalese into easily understandable layman’s terms.

While recovering from burns can be an arduous journey towards normalcy, the process becomes less formidable when you are not alone; partnering with us means having support on hand at every junction of your recovery path hence guaranteeing peace of mind during these testing times. Our investigation procedure entails conducting thorough research about the accident which caused these injuries and gathering irrefutable evidence against liable entities. From negotiations outside courtrooms to comprehensive trials, each lawyer stands ready to offer indispensable counsel pertained to your unique situation thereby ensuring that justice is rendered.

One crucial point potential clients must remember: under Illinois law, there is a statute of limitations for personal injury cases involving burn injuries. You typically have up to two years from the date of injury or discovery thereof to file a lawsuit. Act quickly so as not miss out on vital opportunities to claim compensation deserved.

We understand how life-altering a burn injury can be —physically and mentally—challenging resilience as never before while bringing forth unprecedented predicaments that necessitate immediate addressing and eventual resolution . By allowing Carlson Bier represent you through this complex landscape fraught with legal processes and negotiations therefore ensures journey’s facilitation within ideally minimal strain on affected parties involved especially injured victims seeking reparation accessibly speedy way possible .

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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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Burn Accident FAQ​

There are three main types of burn injuries:

  • First-degree burns: These burns affect the outer layer of skin, the epidermis. They cause redness, pain, and swelling.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns affect the epidermis and the dermis, the second layer of skin. They cause redness, pain, swelling, and blistering.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns destroy the epidermis and the dermis, and can also damage the underlying tissues. They cause white, leathery, or charred skin.

Burn injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Heat: This includes flames, hot liquids, steam, and hot objects.
  • Electricity: Electrical burns can be caused by contact with live wires or outlets.
  • Chemicals: Chemical burns can be caused by exposure to acids, alkalis, and other corrosive substances.
  • Radiation: Radiation burns can be caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or to other types of radiation.

The signs and symptoms of a burn injury will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Redness
  • Pain
  • Swelling
  • Blistering
  • Charred skin
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Shock

The treatment options for burn injuries will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common treatment options include:

  • First-degree burns: These burns typically heal on their own within a few days. However, it is important to keep the area clean and moist.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns may need to be treated with medication or surgery.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns typically require surgery and skin grafts.

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Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your burn injury was caused by the negligence or recklessness of another person or party. A burn injury lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Brighton Park

Cycling Mishaps

Specializing in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Providing expert legal assistance for people of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Healthcare Malpractice

Providing specialist legal advice for victims affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Responsibility

Managing cases involving dangerous products, supplying adept legal assistance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Abuse

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Slip Accidents

Expert in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking compensation for their damages.

Neonatal Injuries

Delivering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Mishaps: Dedicated to assisting patients of car accidents receive appropriate recompense for harms and losses.

Bike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal support for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Truck Mishap

Providing adept legal assistance for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for hurts.

Building Accidents

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

Brain Damages

Expert in extending professional legal assistance for persons suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Specialized in handling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from dog bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unfair Passing

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and skilled legal assistance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Impairment

Expert in advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering expert legal support to secure recovery.

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