FREE CASE CONSULTATION
312-622-2900
Facebook-f Linkedin Google Instagram

Spinal Cord Injuries Attorney in Deer Park

Let Carlson Bier Fight For You

Over $50 Million in Recoveries

Carlson Bier Reviews And Ratings 5 Stars Google Reviews - Best Personal Injury Law Firm In Chicago
Find Out if You Have a Case in 10 Seconds
Jeff Bier – Founding Partner At Carlson Bier Best Personal Injury Lawyer In Chicago
Carlson Bier - 14 W Superior St Ste. 1503, Chicago, Il 60654, United States

About Carlson Bier Associates

Securing just compensation after a spinal cord injury requires an adept legal approach. With Carlson Bier, you’re choosing experienced personal injury attorneys who prioritize your needs and fight earnestly for your rights. As seasoned professionals specializing in spinal cord injuries cases, we fully understand the physical, emotional, and financial impact such incidents can have on individuals and their families. We focus our resources to build a compelling case that articulates the gravity of your situation while seeking the compensation you rightfully deserve. Although many firms handle personal injury claims, Carlson Bier stands distinct with an exceptional track record in securing favorable verdicts for clients dealing with spinal cord injuries. Our reputation stems from our diligence in every step; meticulously collecting evidence, consulting medical experts and managing complex negotiations with insurance companies effectively. You need resilient representation that is empathetic to your plight but tenacious in pursuit of justice – which is precisely what Carlson Bier delivers consistently for clients residing anywhere within Illinois state lines or beyond—guaranteeing compassionate hard-hitting advocacy on behalf of every client we serve.

Meet Our Attorneys
About Carlson Bier

Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Deer Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the severity and physical implications of spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord injuries can be life-altering events that often mean more than just a hospital visit; they reset the trajectory of an individual’s life forever. Our dedicated team based in Illinois, is committed to representing injured clients like you.

Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs) predominantly emerge from sudden accidents or direct trauma affecting the vertebrae—the series of small bones stacking along your back. Understanding exactly what spinal cord injury entails lifts our ability to fight for your rights further as it potentially elevates the lifelong costs and complications associated with them.

– SCIs may range in severity from temporary numbness or tingling sensations to paralysis.

– These usually occur due to falls, sports-related incidents, motor accidents, and violent encounters.

– Immediate medical attention is necessary following SCI as early intervention lessens potential long-term effects.

The consequences of suffering such a catastrophe echo far beyond initial pain and treatment cost. Everyday chores could turn difficult if not impossible, career plans may require reevaluation, while emotional distress undoubtfully emerges on top of physical rehabilitation’s grueling course.

Recognizing these attributes make up half of our strategy at Carlson Bier; empathizing tirelessly with victims propels us into taking thorough research steps towards your case assessment. We meticulously examine circumstantial evidence surrounding the event causing spinal damage: eyewitness accounts and video footage are holistically tied together with comprehensive medical reports—outlining not only immediate harm sustained but also future health implications post-injury.

One unique facet tailored within our service confines involves consulting skilled economists besides medical professionals when mapping out compensation claim elements. To construct compelling arguments before insurers or courtrooms we translate estimations about lost income prospects over time alongside predicted rehabilitation expenses into digestible financial narratives tying robustly with personal experiences endured by every client – making sure you receive fair compensation for short and long-term losses brought upon by your spinal cord injury.

The law acknowledges you as a victim of another’s negligence—if proven guilty—and thus compensates appropriately for damages experienced within sufferable limits. However, complexities often arise amidst interpreting insurance policies, causes behind SCIs, and compensation entitlements therein; Carlson Bier’s purpose orbits around navigating these perplexed legal terrains for you. We exist to shoulder the burden of demanding rightful claims while you concentrate on recovery.

We remain fervently mindful about Illinois’ strict advertising parameters whilst delivering reliable legal services across the state. Our hard-earned reputation further enriches client trust through honesty and legal accuracy underpinning our operations—attesting that we refrain from falsely marketing ourselves at any place outside our physical offices’ jurisdictions.

Moreover, effectiveness doesn’t merely resonate in being able to present impactful cases: it echoes louder when clients are continually kept aware about their ongoing case matters. To amplify this transparency between us and you—a robust channel ensuring regular updates regarding lawsuit proceedings will be established to rid off worries associated with miscommunication or lack of information.

A spinal cord injury diagnosis is devastating—but remember—you don’t have to march alone on this recoupment journey. The professional team at Carlson Bier is more than equipped and eager to serve in constructing an irrefutable claim that secures maximum possible reparation for your grievances.

Predicated upon decades worth knowledge pool our seasoned attorneys dispense empathetic yet vigorous representation leading lawsuits towards landmarks victories frequently encompassing deserved six-figure settlements embodying justice marvelously!

We invite you now – take a step towards clarifying uncertainties lurking over potential benefits capacitated through leveraging effective litigation against wrongdoers who’ve unfortunately placed you into this difficult circumstance today. For crystal-clear estimation evaluating how much your loss could potentially yield in monetary benefits—Click below! Learn what holds true value of your suffering treated unjustly—with Carlson Bier.

Find Out How Much Your Case is Worth
Testimonials from Clients

Your Success Is Our Success

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.
Education & Information

Resources For Deer Park Residents

Links

Legal Associations and Lawyer Services

Online Legal Resources and Directories

Specialized Services and Educational Resources

Legal Blogs
SEE MORE

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

All Attorney Services in Deer Park

Areas of Practice in Deer Park

Bike Accidents

Specializing in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Giving specialist legal advice for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Physician Misconduct

Delivering specialist legal services for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, providing professional legal assistance to clients affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Abuse

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

Stumble & Trip Occurrences

Adept in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking compensation for their suffering.

Neonatal Harms

Extending legal guidance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Crashes: Focused on guiding clients of car accidents get appropriate remuneration for wounds and damages.

Scooter Collisions

Committed to providing legal advice for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Big Rig Collision

Delivering professional legal representation for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for losses.

Building Crashes

Concentrated on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Harms

Focused on ensuring expert legal assistance for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

Expert in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Demise

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and adept legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spine Injury

Specializing in representing individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal representation to secure recovery.

Instant Case Evaluation

Contact Us Today if you need a Person Injury Lawyer

312-313-2440