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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to seeking legal assistance for spinal cord injuries, trust none other than Carlson Bier. Our firm is dedicated and experienced in handling spinal cord injury cases and our expert attorneys understand the complexities of these sensitive matters. We work tirelessly to ensure your rights are protected, ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve. Every decision made is done so with your best interest at heart as we comprehend every nuance of Illinois law pertaining to personal injuries such as these.

In Burbank and throughout Illinois, many have trusted our representation because we not only talk about being there for them—we prove it through action! As champions who relentlessly fight on behalf of those affected by devastating life changes like a serious spinal cord injury, our commitment has always revolved around one idea – restoring justice unto those who need it most!

Our thorough preparation coupled with strong negotiation tactics give us an edge that invariably delivers favorable results when dealing with insurance companies or opposing lawyers. Trust that choosing Carlson Bier equips you with aggressive advocates dedicated solely towards defending your rights related to Spinal Cord Injuries.Language: English

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Burbank Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our law firm specializes in personal injury cases, with our focus being on spinal cord injuries. As Illinois-based attorneys with a commitment to our local community, we believe it’s essential to understand the gravity and intricacy of spinal cord injuries.

Spinal Cord Injuries refer to any damage or harm caused to the spine’s structure. This damage can disrupt everyday motions and activities by obstructing the communication between your brain and body. They often result in complete or incomplete paralysis which greatly impacts one’s quality of life.

Many aspects need consideration when addressing Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI). Predominantly, there are two key types: Traumatic and Non-Traumatic SCIs. Traumatic SCI typically arises from high-impact accidents such as vehicle collisions or falls that suddenly compress or fracture your vertebrae. Non-Traumatic SCI results from non-accidental causes like inflammation or disease.

• Immediate medical attention alongside rehabilitative therapy is vital for improvement post-injury.

• Sustained lifestyle changes have been recognized as mandatory for overcoming day-to-day struggles.

Coping with a spinal cord injury is stressful not just physically but mentally, emotionally, and financially too. Moreover, if another person’s negligence led to this detrimental scenario, you’re entitled to legally claim damages. And here at Carlson Bier, we will help assert your rights against those responsible parties.

Our role as Personal Injury Attorneys comes into play; functioning due diligence within legal proceedings founded upon years of acquired knowledge specific to these unfortunate circumstances. Our experience allows us:

• To assess Medical Expenses – encompassing emergency services right up until rehabilitative therapy.

• Evaluate Loss of Income – gauging loss occurred during recovery and potential future income loss.

• Ascertain Pain & Suffering – quantifying emotional distress may seem subjective but has proven payable.

Acquiring compensation isn’t simply about retribution; it’s about aiding you in your recovery, and ensuring the at-fault party cannot inflict harm upon others. It’s a leap towards progressing back to existing in a world which was unjustly altered due to another’s negligence.

Dealing with this overwhelming process can be arduous as getting accustomed to life post-injury. However, as personal injury attorneys based out of Illinois, we will guide you through each step; swiftly and efficiently working on your case for accountability & justified compensation while alleviating some of your stress during this already laborious time.

Proactively understanding your rights can be empowering amidst feeling immobilized by such traumatizing injuries. Through accessible discussions with our team at Carlson Bier, approved strategies are devised specific to cases rendering them robust against any defense from the legally responsible parties– maximizing justifiable claims whilst accommodating an inherent respect for due legal processes.

Time is critical when dealing with SCI cases; necessary procedures should be initiated promptly after obtaining medical treatment post-injury. Immediate reporting aids in collecting meticulously accurate information crucial within legal proceedings that substantiates claims strategically.

In essence, venturing onward after acquiring a spinal cord injury isn’t effortless – but having a reliable and compassionate law firm like Carlson Bier advocating on behalf takes one large burden off your shoulders. We endeavor ourselves towards fighting for justice assisting individuals & families who exasperatingly find themselves within perplexing and tumultuous times created by unfortunate events elicited due to other’s negligence or irresponsibility.

Please click the button below if ready to seek retribution righteously reflective of endured damages whilst adjusting to life changes instigated by spine injuries: find out exactly what compensation could signify for you so we may proceed into a future where fairness reins even after surviving instances of devastating calamity.

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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 Burbank

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Giving skilled legal support for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Hospital Malpractice

Providing experienced legal services for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Obligation

Taking on cases involving defective products, offering adept legal assistance to victims affected by faulty goods.

Aged Misconduct

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble and Slip Injuries

Specialist in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking justice for their damages.

Childbirth Injuries

Supplying legal help for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Mishaps: Committed to supporting individuals of car accidents gain fair remuneration for harms and impairment.

Motorbike Accidents

Focused on providing representation for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Semi Accident

Providing experienced legal representation for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for hurts.

Construction Site Collisions

Focused on assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Brain Impairments

Committed to extending specialized legal support for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Adept at addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Unjust Death

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and skilled legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Focused on advocating for victims with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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