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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering from burn injuries can turn your life upside down, and it is crucial to have professional legal representation in these challenging times. Carlson Bier offers a skilled and dedicated team of attorneys who specialize in Burn Injuries cases. Our substantial experience in Illinois and successful track record make us an optimal choice for those seeking justice for their pain. We are committed to helping you navigate through these tumultuous waters, striving tirelessly to secure the rightful compensation for your injuries which may reflect on medical expenses and loss of earnings – both past, present, and future predictions. At Carlson Bier we pride ourselves on utilizing expert knowledge coupled with compassionate advocacy during this overwhelming period. The resilience shown by our esteemed clients deserves nothing less than our utmost commitment one hundred percent of the time: a hallmark service standard here at Carlson Bier that validates why many cite us as their preferred Burn Injuries representative firm across Illinois.

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Burn Injuries Lawyers in Depue Illinois

Burn injuries are one of the most traumatic personal injuries a person can endure. At Carlson Bier, we understand the agony brought on by such an event. Ensuring you receive justice for your pain and suffering is our firm’s primary goal as experienced Illinois Personal Injury Attorneys.

In the aftermath of a burn injury, victims face numerous challenges – physical, emotional, and financial ones. Burns can vary from minor to severe, with each degree requiring different methods of treatment:

– First-degree burns: These affect only the outer layer of skin causing pain and redness but usually heal within a week.

– Second-degree burns: This level extends beneath the surface to damage underlying tissues; it causes more intense discomfort and blistering. Healing time may extend up to several weeks.

– Third-degree burns: The worst kind involves all layers of skin and risks destroying nerves resulting in numbness. Treatment often includes grafting or synthetic alternatives while recovery may take months or even years.

As medical expenses pile up rapidly following such traumatic events, finances often become a key concern. The cost of treating a significant burn injury can be astronomical, reaching into hundreds of thousands of dollars over a lifetime for surgeries, medicines, physiotherapy sessions, counseling support services, etc., not forgetting potential loss in earnings due to inability or considerable delay in returning to work post-injury.

If your burn was caused by someone else’s negligence – whether it was due to defective products catching fire unexpectedly or improper safety measures at your workplace – remembering that you have legal options becomes crucial during these challenging times. It’s necessary that individuals comprehend their rights so they might secure adequate compensation needed to cover all associated costs arising out of this tumultuous experience.

Carlson Bier works diligently with various experts like accident reconstruction analysts, product engineers along with healthcare providers who assist us in establishing proof required by law courts demonstrating how exactly these incidents unfolded consequently leading towards victim’s acute suffering inflicted upon them unjustifiably. Our extensive knowledge and skills in Illinois personal injury law have enabled us to present our clients’ cases compellingly, maximizing their potential for just recompense.

Understanding the complexities of burn injuries also means acknowledging the impact on the victim’s mental health. On top of physical trauma, victims may face issues like anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It’s equally important that compensation sought includes funds enabling access to necessary psychological assistance helping individuals and families grapple effectively with emotional distress following such incidents.

Furthermore, in wrongful death circumstances due to severe burns suffered by loved ones, close family members are entitled to claim losses including funeral expenses along with pain and suffering undergone before death. Though no financial reimbursement can fill voids left behind by deceased family members, Carlson Bier strives passionately seeking justice via optimal settlements ensuring families do not bear these unfortunate burdens alone.

If you’ve sustained a burn injury because of another party’s negligence or recklessness, remember: You’re not alone – help is available; you can fight back; you deserve just reparation aligning with your crucial needs emerging from this distressful situation. Time-sensitive nature of personal injury lawsuits necessitates acting without delay securing attorneys who’ll act decisively on your behalf while compassionately understanding unique difficulties faced individually during recovery phases.

Carlson Bier possesses an authoritative presence within Illinois’ legal community valuing commitment towards pursuing truth relentlessly aiding clients recover financially but more importantly helping them regain pieces of tranquility shattered by horrific experiences of burn injuries endured undeservingly.

And now it’s your turn – click the button below if you wish attain valuable insights about how much your case might be worth – do not remain silent; let Carlson Bier offer compassionate support leading towards brighter days lying ahead amidst turmoil times enveloping stories bearing untold adversities.

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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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Burn Accident FAQ​

There are three main types of burn injuries:

  • First-degree burns: These burns affect the outer layer of skin, the epidermis. They cause redness, pain, and swelling.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns affect the epidermis and the dermis, the second layer of skin. They cause redness, pain, swelling, and blistering.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns destroy the epidermis and the dermis, and can also damage the underlying tissues. They cause white, leathery, or charred skin.

Burn injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Heat: This includes flames, hot liquids, steam, and hot objects.
  • Electricity: Electrical burns can be caused by contact with live wires or outlets.
  • Chemicals: Chemical burns can be caused by exposure to acids, alkalis, and other corrosive substances.
  • Radiation: Radiation burns can be caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or to other types of radiation.

The signs and symptoms of a burn injury will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Redness
  • Pain
  • Swelling
  • Blistering
  • Charred skin
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Shock

The treatment options for burn injuries will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common treatment options include:

  • First-degree burns: These burns typically heal on their own within a few days. However, it is important to keep the area clean and moist.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns may need to be treated with medication or surgery.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns typically require surgery and skin grafts.

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Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your burn injury was caused by the negligence or recklessness of another person or party. A burn injury lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Depue

Bicycle Crashes

Proficient in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Fire Damages

Extending expert legal assistance for victims of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Hospital Malpractice

Extending specialist legal advice for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, delivering skilled legal support to individuals affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Abuse

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Tumble Incidents

Adept in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking redress for their damages.

Childbirth Wounds

Offering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Crashes

Incidents: Committed to supporting individuals of car accidents gain fair payout for harms and damages.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Expert in providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Trucking Mishap

Extending specialist legal support for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for losses.

Building Crashes

Focused on defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Neurological Injuries

Specializing in extending dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Crashes

Expert in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Passing

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and adept legal representation to ensure redress.

Spine Harm

Dedicated to representing clients with spine impairments, offering specialized legal support to secure recovery.

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