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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the wake of a spinal cord injury, you deserve compassionate and expert legal representation. That’s where Carlson Bier comes in. We are a distinguished personal injury law firm with extensive expertise in representing Spinal Cord Injuries victims. Our unwavering commitment to justice has earned us an impeccable reputation and trust among countless clients throughout Illinois for fighting relentlessly against powerful and uncooperative insurance companies. At Carlson Bier, we understand that every case is unique, so our dedicated professionals devote their time to offer tailor-made solutions rather than one-size-fits-all approach.

Through strategic negotiations or courtroom litigation when necessary, we consistently strive to maximize your compensation while minimizing your stress during this challenging era. With a wealth of insights into complex medical issues associated with spinal cord injuries like paralysis & motor function loss due to negligence or accidents on roads or workplaces, definitely makes Carlson Bier the optimal choice consideration as your adept legal advocate ensuring your rights are held paramount through the turbulent times following such devastating incidents.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Columbia Illinois

Spinal cord injuries are life-altering and can impose severe physical, emotional, and financial burdens on affected individuals. At Carlson Bier, we understand the gravity of your situation and offer robust legal representation to help you secure the compensation you rightfully deserve. As a leading personal injury law firm based out of Illinois, our specialized lawyers have profound knowledge in handling spinal cord injury cases.

Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs) often result from sudden trauma or impact that fractures or dislocates vertebrae. Despite their severity, they’re not always apparent immediately following an accident. Thus, it’s critical to seek medical attention if you suspect any damage to your spine after a traumatic event.

Key aspects about SCIs include:

– These injuries are classified as either Complete or Incomplete Spinal Cord Injuries.

– The location of the injury along the spinal cord determines its repercussions.

– Symptoms can range from loss of motor function to altered sensations such as numbness or tingling.

– Medical expanse for SCI’s treatment can be astronomical over a lifetime.

– Emotional trauma accompanies these physical adversities significantly impacting mental health.

Understanding these complex dynamics empowers us at Carlson Bier in skillfully advocating for victims suffering SCIs. Our objective is not merely restricted towards pursuing remuneration but also encompasses helping victims regain control of their lives post-injury.

Recovering damages after a SCI largely constitutes receiving adequate compensatory relief against care expenditure – immediate as well as future ones categorized under ongoing medical costs and long-term care necessities; lost wages due to temporary or permanent inability to resume work; psychological distress; pain & suffering owing to reduced quality of life & independence. Given various laws govern these proceedings, navigating through them may seem daunting without adept guidance. That’s where we step in at Carlson Bier with an acute understanding of Illinois laws pertaining to SCIs lawsuits.

Collaborating with experts across numerous fields – ranging from medical professionals for detailed injury analysis to life-care planners for anticipated future expenses, we leave no stone unturned in ensuring your rights are not violated. We will guide you through every step of the legal process, going to great lengths to identify liable parties and substantiating their responsibility in your adversities.

Time plays a pivotal role in personal injury cases, more so with SCIs where prognosis determines compensation needs crucially. Hence, it is essential to start building your case without any undue delay post the mishap resulting in an SCI.

In pain? Feel forsaken by destiny? The first ray of light can appear from knowing that you’re not alone. You have friends at Carlson Bier who stand by you during this life-altering venture and work tirelessly until justice prevails.

Your financial worries should never deter you from obtaining justice or seeking compensation after such severe injuries. Let us unfold before you a world where fighting back against adversity doesn’t seem like a mirage but a sure-shot possibility.

Let’s turn over a new leaf – together! Click on the button below and find out how much worth is locked behind the containment caused due to an unfortunate spinal cord injury event. Allow our experienced attorneys at Carlson Bier to help unravel those shackles – because everyone deserves fair judgment & right reparation; because YOU deserve no less than that!

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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 Columbia

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Focused on legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Flame Damages

Offering adept legal advice for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Medical Carelessness

Offering expert legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Fault

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying professional legal help to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip and Fall Mishaps

Specialist in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking compensation for their suffering.

Infant Damages

Providing legal aid for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Collisions: Focused on aiding patients of car accidents gain just remuneration for injuries and impairment.

Scooter Accidents

Expert in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Trucking Accident

Extending professional legal support for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Focused on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Dedicated to providing compassionate legal advice for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

Adept at dealing with cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Committed to legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unfair Loss

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and experienced legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Neural Damage

Committed to assisting patients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal services to secure justice.

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