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About Carlson Bier Associates

Serious spinal cord injuries bring substantial physical, emotional and financial burdens to injury victims in Clayton. However, they needn’t face these challenges alone. The law firm of Carlson Bier proudly provides expert legal representation for those dealing with the repercussions of such debilitating injuries. Our firm has cultivated a deep understanding of spinal cord injury cases that extends beyond the legal realm into the medical complexities involved in treating them – positioning us perfectly to represent your case effectively.

Our commitment is advocating fiercely for our clients’ rights, ensuring all deserving compensation is recovered successfully. Beyond damages for past & future medical expenses and lost earnings capacity; we strive also to gain recompense on pain suffered, diminished quality of life and psychological distress.

Carlson Bier’s grasp over intricacies related to spinal cord injuries combined with our staunch dedication towards each client’s cause guarantees you a formidable ally guiding through this difficult phase strategically. With Carlson Bier handling your case in Clayton, be assured that you have leading experts by your side every step along this journey.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Clayton Illinois

Understanding the complexity and potentially devastating impact of spinal cord injuries is a critical factor when deciding on legal representation. At Carlson Bier, our personal injury attorneys specialize in these intricate cases, delivering extensive expertise and personalized support to clients across Illinois.

Spinal cord injuries can be life-altering events. In many instances, they result from avoidable accidents or negligence such as vehicle collisions, falls, sporting mishaps or even medical errors. The impacts are far-reaching, often involving severe physical disability and emotional trauma. That’s why it is essential to partner with an experienced law firm like Carlson Bier that fully apprehends not only the medical implications but also critically how these types of injuries can transform lives drastically.

The human spinal cord carries vital messages between brain and body; any damage could disrupt this signal flow resulting in numerous possible outcomes:

– Partial or complete loss of motor control

– Reduced sensation leading to numbness

– Respiration complications

– Issues with bowel and bladder functionality

But there’s more than just physiological issues involved here; the aftermath of a spinal cord injury significantly influences every aspect of daily life:

• Personal mobility: Depending upon the severity of their condition, victims may need wheelchairs for mobility purposes or assistance with everyday tasks.

• Psychological health: Living markedly changed circumstances – particularly sudden change – exact extraordinary psychological toll affecting emotional health including anxiety disorders and depression.

• Financial burden: When faced with long-term care needs teamed with reduced (or lost) earning capacity places significant strain on victims’ financial sustainability.

Carlson Bier’s dedicated legal team puts decades-long experience into fighting for your rights as we understand that recovery extends beyond mere physical healing—it encompasses fiscal reassurances too.

The intricacy surrounding spinal cord injury litigation cannot be overstated. Cases require thorough medical understanding since the extent of damage can fluctuate considerably dependent upon individual circumstances like injury location along the spine—therefore accurate evaluations are paramount. Our astute team collaborates with top medical professionals to ensure your case benefits from the best expertise possible, bolstering our courtroom representation.

In Illinois, we passionately believe that if your injury is attributable to another party’s negligence, you deserve compensation. At Carlson Bier, our ultimate goal is doing our utmost to recover maximum damages for you—covering areas like:

– Current and anticipated medical costs

– Rehabilitation services

– Lost wages

– Physical and emotional pain

Our unmistakable track record speaks volumes as we’ve helped thousands successfully navigate the legal labyrinth of spinal cord injury litigation throughout Illinois. But remember, statutes of limitations apply in personal injury cases; in other words, time is essential – so swift action will fortify your case.

With boundless compassion coupled with robust legal proficiency demonstrated over decades’ worth experience helping victims just like you, enlisting Carlson Bier’s exceptional advocacy signifies prioritizing both your recovery journey and financial future.

But don’t just take our word for it! Discover how much your case could be worth by clicking on the button below – because understanding can make all the difference as you chart a new course following a spinal cord injury. And while no law office can promise specific results—we tirelessly strive towards maximizing every conceivable relief avenue available under Illinois law because at Carlson Bier – we believe deeply that justice matters to every victim of avoidable accidents.

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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 Clayton

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Providing skilled legal support for patients of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Clinical Negligence

Extending specialist legal services for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving problematic products, offering expert legal help to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Malpractice

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Trip Mishaps

Adept in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking recovery for their damages.

Infant Harms

Delivering legal assistance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Dedicated to guiding individuals of car accidents obtain fair remuneration for harms and destruction.

Motorcycle Accidents

Committed to providing legal advice for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Semi Incident

Delivering specialist legal services for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just claims for injuries.

Worksite Accidents

Dedicated to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in delivering expert legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Traumas

Adept at addressing cases for persons who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Loss

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and professional legal representation to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Expert in defending persons with backbone trauma, offering expert legal representation to secure settlement.

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