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About Carlson Bier Associates

When navigating the repercussions of a spinal cord injury, your path toward justice should not be a journey you take alone. Put your trust in Carlson Bier; an attorney group with unrivaled expertise and commitment in this very specialized field. Kno­wn for their tenacity and results-driven approach, they work relentlessly to fight for what’s right: securing fair compensation for victims suffering from such life-altering injuries. With years of experience under their belt advocating justly on behalf of victims, Carlson Bier approaches each case individually and empathetically to achieve the best possible outcome. Their extensive knowledge allows them to design strategies unique to every situation, directly addressing your concerns while guiding you through each step within complex legal frameworks surrounding medical malpractice or negligence claims involved with spinal cord injuries no matter where it originated.. Choose dedicated representation that sees you as more than just a client lost amidst multiple cases – choose Carlson Bier because when it comes down to spinal cord injury matters- they are unsurpassed at attaining desired resolutions promptly and efficiently.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Danville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with a keen emphasis on spinal cord injuries. As an established law firm based in Illinois, we understand the severity and life-altering impact of such injuries that can hinder not only your physical capabilities but also dramatically affect your lifestyle.

Spinal Cord Injuries cover a broad spectrum of neurological impairments, ranging from complete to incomplete spinal cord lesions. Complete spinal cord injuries result in a total loss of function below the level of the lesion, while incomplete ones preserve some functionality. Here are some key aspects to consider:

• Motor Function Loss: This results in either quadriplegia or paraplegia. The former leads to compromised functionalities of all four limbs, whereas the latter affects both legs.

• Sensory Impairment: Victims may experience altered sensations or even complete loss of sensations below the point of injury.

• Psychological Impact: Alongside physical challenges, individuals often contend with mental health issues like depression and anxiety related to their newly acquired disabilities.

At Carlson Bier, we adopt a comprehensive approach while dealing with Spinal Cord Injury cases as these entail not just legalities but therapeutic costs too thus necessitating greater compensation to help victims overcome such traumatic events and lead respectable lives.

Illinois laws diligently protect victims’ rights ensuring they get rightful compensation for medical expenses including surgeries, hospital stays, medications, physiotherapy along lines of Physical Rehabilitation Therapies which aim at improving muscle strength and coordination besides enhancing mobility using assistive devices; Occupational Therapies concentrated on making daily tasks easier; Speech-Language Pathology services if speech or swallowing is affected given its proximity to neck-based injuries – ensuring you aren’t left alone post-injury.

Moreover rightfully you deserve remuneration for lost wages due to absence from work during recovery phase and further income losses if forced into early retirement because post-trauma you are no longer fit enough perform previous job responsibilities. Compensation extends beyond covering tangible expenses, as spinal cord injuries often lead to psychological distress and a decrease in life quality, which Illinois law acknowledges under ‘pain and suffering’ damages.

As esteemed legal practitioners at Carlson Bier, we draw upon our years of experience to guide you through the complexities of personal injury claims. Our team is up-to-date with Illinois personal injury laws such as Statute 735 ILCS 5/2-1116 which discusses the “modified comparative negligence” rule applicable if you are partly responsible for causing the accident that led to your injuries or Section 735 ILCS 5/13-202 setting a limit on how long you have after an accident/injury occurred to file a lawsuit (known as ‘statute of limitations’).

We believe in making this challenging journey bearable by shouldering your legal burdens. We meticulously scrutinize each case’s unique elements, negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of our clients while ensuring strict adherence to Illinois’s legal protocols. As dedicated advocates for Spinal Cord Injury victims, we pledge unwavering commitment towards maximizing recovery amounts enabling them reclaim control over their lives post-trauma.

If you or your loved one has suffered from a spinal cord injury due to someone else’s negligence or intentional act, it’s critical not just seeking medical intervention but also obtaining rightful legal compensation so headway can be made into enduring this traumatic phase more comfortably without having unnecessary financial stress added onto already tumultuous physical & emotional upheaval. Don’t wait – click on the button below now – let us assess your case free of any obligation on your part and clarify what monetary worth could possibly be attached thereto under Illinois law framework thereby giving you a firmer footing in deciding how best move forward during these testing times.

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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 Danville

Bicycle Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Scald Burns

Offering expert legal services for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Physician Misconduct

Providing specialist legal representation for patients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering specialist legal help to customers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Abuse

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Trip Mishaps

Specialist in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking recovery for their losses.

Birth Wounds

Supplying legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Collisions: Committed to assisting victims of car accidents receive appropriate settlement for wounds and destruction.

Scooter Incidents

Focused on providing legal services for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Trucking Mishap

Delivering expert legal assistance for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for hurts.

Worksite Crashes

Concentrated on defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Brain Injuries

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal assistance for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in handling cases for people who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Undeserved Death

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Damage

Expert in supporting victims with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure redress.

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