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When facing the daunting aftermath of a spinal cord injury, engaging experienced legal representation is crucial. Carlson Bier have etched out an excellent reputation with their unwavering commitment to fighting diligently for victims in these exact cases. They fully comprehend the profound impact such injuries can inflict on life quality, and put tireless efforts into securing rightful financial compensation for medical expenses, loss of earnings and more.

Carlson Bier exhibits unmatched acumen in tackling complex litigation associated with spinal cord injuries. Their decades-long successful track record demonstrates their adeptness at representing clients skillfully across varying circumstances surrounding each unique case. Utilizing an exhaustive investigative approach, they work meticulously to gather key evidence that will serve as pivotal leverage when negotiation or trial time comes.

Broadly recognized across Illinois for their sophisticated expertise in personal injury law pertaining to Spinal Cord Injuries cases,Carslon Bier redefines justice by placing victim’s needs first; prioritizing your peace during overwhelming times.Their goal: resolving cases favorably while helping restore normalcy back to lives shaken by unfortunate incidents.Count on Carlson Beir’s seasoned expertise and compassion— making them an optimal choice when seeking competent legal assistance post-spinal cord injury.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Brooklyn Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are deeply committed to providing expert legal counsel to victims of unfortunate personal injuries, particularly when it comes to the devastating impact of Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs). As an Illinois-based personal injury attorney group with years of experience and competence in our portfolio, we believe firmly that proper understanding about SCI plays a determinant role towards justice. Here’s some important information regarding spinal cord injuries.

The spinal cord is responsible for carrying messages between the brain and body parts for control of bodily functions such as movement and sensation; therefore damage to this part can largely interfere with these critical commands. The primary causes of SCIs include falls, car accidents, violence with firearms or knives accounting majorly for them. It’s important to take note that any sudden blow or cut on your spine could lead to grave consequences.

Let’s delve into specific types of spinal cord injuries:

• Quadriplegia – This affects both the upper and lower sections of your body including all four limbs.

• Paraplegia – This refers to impairment in motor or sensory function mostly affecting the lower half of the body.

• Hemiplegia – A type involving paralysis on one side of the body only.

Symptoms may vary based on severity but they generally include loss of sensation which encompasses feeling heat, cold and touch; difficulty breathing and poor coordination amongst others. The fight against SCIs often necessitates long-term medical attention such as surgeries followed by progressive physical therapy as well as life changes like usage bathroom aids.

However daunting dealing with an SCI can be, having knowledgeable support tailored for you makes a remarkable difference. Legal representation is vital since it provides benefits beyond financial compensation alone – also ensuring accountability from guilty parties involved while protecting victims’ rights during court processes after traumatic events causing serious injuries like SCIs.

Taking proactive steps towards seeking rightful funds deserved upon occurrence is crucial. Insurance companies often manipulate victims by offering subpar settlements hence if you or loved one sustains spinal cord injuries; do not sign anything without consulting a proficient lawyer first. As with any legal proceedings, you have to adhere to applicable statutes and take necessary steps immediately.

The Carlson Bier attorney group is built around the promise of utmost dedication, tireless work ethics and compassionate assistance towards all our clients. We deeply understand the devastating effects of SCIs on individuals’ lives and we stand ready to lend our expertise for ensuring due justice.

In the complex world where insurance company interests may conflict with those injured, we’re here by your side- advocating for your rights determinedly. We’re proud of results previously obtained in SCI cases – sealed through top-notch representation skills matched with competent knowledge that have often led to substantial recoveries hence reflecting accuracy in case evaluation besides efficiency when arguing out before juries during trials thus affirming victims’ trust upon our dedicated services.

Moreover, at Carlson Bier we don’t charge any fees unless there’s recovery made indicating how much faith is applied towards each case entrusted upon us. To get started, click on the button below so as to find out exact potential claim values associated with your specific circumstances provided through free consultations done confidentially and without obligation of proceeding further if you don’t feel comfortable doing so.

Trust our experienced personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier: because when dealing with life-altering consequences following the devastation caused by Spinal Cord Injuries, sound legal advice should be least amongst worries for both victim plus their loved ones during such challenging times punctuated by uncertainties surrounding future health status including constant fears about medical costs arising from extensive rehabilitation required often for managing symptoms associated within this category-based trauma effectively over lifetime durations concerned.

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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 Brooklyn

Bicycle Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Flame Wounds

Extending adept legal support for people of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Physician Misconduct

Ensuring specialist legal advice for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Taking on cases involving defective products, supplying adept legal services to consumers affected by harmful products.

Senior Abuse

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Stumble Occurrences

Professional in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Injuries

Extending legal support for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Incidents: Concentrated on guiding clients of car accidents get appropriate settlement for wounds and impairment.

Bike Incidents

Specializing in providing legal services for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Truck Crash

Offering professional legal advice for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for damages.

Construction Collisions

Focused on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Head Impairments

Committed to ensuring dedicated legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Wounds

Expertise in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Passing

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Neural Injury

Expert in supporting victims with spine impairments, offering expert legal services to secure settlement.

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