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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering from a spinal cord injury is life-altering, and securing appropriate compensation should never be entrusted to amateurs or the uninitiated. With Carlson Bier at your helm, you can rest assured of an aggressive pursuit for justice that takes into account both present and future needs. Our firm brings substantial expertise in Illinois personal injury law—specifically spinal cord injuries—to those who need it most. As professional attorneys specializing in this delicate area of law we keenly understand the complex issues involved, such as paralysis complications & lifetime care costs to name but a few—and we are competent enough to navigate these challenges adequately during litigation processes. When choosing us as your legal representatives, not only do you subscribe to legal minds steadfastly committed towards ensuring that case merits always translate into optimal settlements but also an empathetic approach tailored around pain management techniques alongside comprehensive rehabilitation programs guidance—all aiming towards nurturing full recovery dreams despite adversity standing seemingly invincible initially.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Central City Illinois

Carlson Bier, a leading law firm in Illinois, specializes in personal injury cases and they have an exceptional team of attorneys with vast knowledge and expertise in handling spinal cord injury cases. Spinal cord injuries are severe, life-altering afflictions that demand focused legal representation. Our firm dutifully champions the rights of those afflicted by such injuries.

A spinal cord injury is typically characterized as traumatic or non-traumatic. Traumatic injuries result from acute trauma like motor vehicle accidents, sporting accidents, falls or gunshot wounds. Non-traumatic injuries develop slowly due to diseases such as arthritis, bone spurs or inflammation/infection of the spine. Early symptom recognition can significantly aid timely diagnosis and management.

Consider these consequential effects of spinal cord injuries:

• Paralysis: This could occur as paraplegia (lower body) or quadriplegia (both upper and lower body).

• Sensory changes: Loss of sensation including touch, heat/cold perception could ensue.

• Deep vein thrombosis/pulmonary embolism: Immobility may lead to blood clot formation which could cause stroke if it travels to the brain.

• Breathing difficulties: Can result from damage at certain levels of the spinal cord.

Understanding these repercussions underscores why you would need state-of-the-art legal representation for fair compensation claims.

Trust Carlson Bier attorneys who possess extensive experience representing individuals with spinal cord injuries. We ensure our clients receive the maximum compensation they deserve for medical expenses, loss of income or earning capacity, persistent pain/suffering among others.

Moreover here’s how we add value:

• Proven Expertise: Our lawyers reveal consistent proficiency in pursuing claims against negligent parties that caused the injury.

• Resource cultivation: We take time to gather comprehensive evidence –including medical records- essential for proving liability.

• Resilience & dedication: Our tenacity guarantees we fight hard to secure deserving settlements/verdicts even amidst the toughest opposition.

• Unrivaled negotiation skills: Depending on situation dynamics, we successfully negotiate with insurance companies to deliver fair settlements.

While assigning monetary value to pain and suffering can be complex, methods such as ‘Multiplier Method’ or ‘Per Diem Approach’ are generally utilized. However, every case is unique and various factors come into play when determining compensation amounts. Factors like severity of injury, total medical costs incurred past and future, lost salary/wages due to disability or loss of job might influence final settlement figures.

At Carlson Bier, we understand coping with spinal cord injuries involve challenges more significant than just recovering – it involves adjusting to a completely different way of life; this principle frames the main approach towards determining deserved justice for our clients. From offering pragmatic legal advice that provides clarity amidst confusion, liaising with healthcare providers about present/future treatment plans and effectively managing communications/negotiations between parties involved in order to ensure your rights are fully protected during these trying times; you’ll find ample justification engaging our expert services.

Deciding on representation should not add stress during this already taxing time period after enduring such an injury. Allow us assure your peace of mind while we competently navigate the complexities surrounding your claim process. Are you curious about the potential worth of your case? We encourage you to click on the button below where our dedicated team will provide an immediate evaluation at no cost nor obligation whatsoever. You owe it yourself to make confident choices moving forward; let us guide you along this path worthy pursuit for rightful compensation.

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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 Central City

Bicycle Mishaps

Expert in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Wounds

Supplying specialist legal help for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Clinical Negligence

Providing dedicated legal assistance for clients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving dangerous products, providing professional legal help to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Neglect

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip & Fall Occurrences

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Traumas

Providing legal aid for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Incidents: Focused on helping individuals of car accidents secure reasonable remuneration for wounds and harm.

Bike Mishaps

Committed to providing legal support for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

18-Wheeler Accident

Providing experienced legal support for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for hurts.

Construction Site Mishaps

Committed to representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Cerebral Traumas

Expert in delivering specialized legal advice for patients suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Expertise in tackling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Specializing in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unfair Fatality

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and skilled legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Neural Harm

Expert in representing individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal support to secure justice.

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