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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with the life-altering implications of a spinal cord injury, having dedicated legal representation at your side can be invaluable. Carlson Bier is renowned across Illinois for its vigorous pursuit of justice in such cases. Specializing exclusively in personal injury law, our attorneys bring decades of experience and an impressive record of success to the table when you engage us as your Spinal Cord Injuries attorney.

We have honed our skills over countless courtroom battles, understanding the nuances involved in litigating these specific injuries thoroughly. With Carlson Bier by your side after suffering from catastrophic spinal cord trauma, we ensure that all compensation channels are explored meticulously.

 

Our nuanced approach ensures no stone is left unturned while fighting for your rights as a victim. We understand that every case differs and so should our strategy; this dynamic method differentiates us within the realm of personal injury law firms.

Seeking out legal help with a team like ours assures that every facet of your story will meet a compassionate ear blended with an aggressive pursuit for justice. When selecting Carlson Bier among available options lends credibility to claim by conveying assertiveness without arrogance – which truly sets clubs apart from other competitors! Choose wisely – choose expertise backed up with empathy; trust on Carson Beir: Genuine Advocates to navigate through curtains blurring hopes due post-Spinal cord incidents.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Edwardsville Illinois

When seeking justice and compensation for a spinal cord injury, partnering with a dedicated personal injury attorney is crucial. Carlson Bier, an esteemed law firm based in Illinois, prides itself on championing the cause of those injured due to another party’s negligence. Among our specializations is representation for victims of spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord injuries can radically change your life—a change that must be recognized legally if you’re to move forward confidently.

A spinal cord injury typically results from significant trauma or impact during events such as vehicular accidents, falls, sports traumas, and instances of violence. Understanding the severities associated with these injuries is vital as they vary greatly:

– Incomplete Spinal Cord Injuries: While some motor or sensory function remains below the injury site, its extent depends on the severity and exact location of damage.

– Complete Spinal Cord Injuries: Such an injury entirely eliminates motor and sensory function below the level of harm.

– Tetraplegia/Quadriplegia: This condition means impairment or loss in both arms and both legs following high cervical spinal cord damage.

– Paraplegia: It refers to paralysis from approximately waist down caused by injuries to thoracic spine’s lower segment.

Our team remains up-to-date with medical research and developments regarding these serious conditions. Carlson Bier deeply understands how drastically they can disrupt one’s lifestyle; affecting physical well-being, employment opportunities, relationships, mental health status and many more aspects.

Financial implications are severe too—hospital stays attributed to acute SCI may last weeks without factoring potential long-term care requirements including therapy sessions or home aid assistance post-discharge—all accumulating formidable medical expenses quickly. What’s more? Affected individuals might grapple with lost wages due to work incapacity while dealing with occupational retraining costs where applicable.

Remember — time plays a pivotal role when filing personal injury claims inclusive of spinal cord damages in Illinois. The statute of limitations marks a two-year countdown following the accident date during which you must present your claim. After this deadline, Illinois’ judiciary system is most likely to refuse hearing the case irrespective of its merits.

At Carlson Bier, our skilled personal injury attorneys are committed to guiding you through these complex legal processes; representing and advocating for your rights skillfully while demanding fair compensation for incurred damages—medical expense reimbursement, compensation for suffering and pain, loss of consortium (if applicable), lost income as well as potential future earning losses amongst other allowances.

We adopt a comprehensive approach while building a strong case catered specifically towards you; gathering data meticulously involving police reports or witness testimonies, tapping into expert consultations (like medical practitioners who can provide in-depth view around injury implication extent) plus any contributory negligence factor examination that might skew lawsuit outcome in your favor.

Nurturing an attorney-client relationship based on empathy, respect and relentless support forms our philosophy’s heart at Carlson Bier. We aim to shoulder the burden thrust upon spinal cord injury victims, enabling them to focus entirely on rehabilitation and recovery—the true essence of justice served.

Curious about potential claims worth? Now’s the time! Allow us championing your right to fair recompense today. Click the button below—we’re eager to assist towards mapping out succeeding steps aligned with both professional counsel and persistent representation guaranteeing optimal results from your personal injury claim. Trust us—you needn’t navigate this challenging legal landscape alone.

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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 Edwardsville

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Focused on legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Traumas

Offering expert legal help for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Physician Malpractice

Delivering expert legal assistance for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Responsibility

Addressing cases involving problematic products, supplying professional legal help to customers affected by defective items.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Stumble Injuries

Professional in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking redress for their injuries.

Childbirth Harms

Providing legal support for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Accidents

Accidents: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents get equitable settlement for damages and harm.

Motorbike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal advice for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring adept legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for hurts.

Building Mishaps

Dedicated to supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Brain Impairments

Specializing in offering professional legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Specialized in dealing with cases for people who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Crashes

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

Unfair Passing

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and professional legal support to ensure redress.

Spine Trauma

Expert in representing patients with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal guidance to secure redress.

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