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If you, or a loved one, are searching for a specialized attorney to help navigate the complexities of spinal cord injury litigation in El Paso, Carlson Bier is your trusted option. Our talented team applies their comprehensive understanding of state law and deep-rooted legal practice experience to deliver exceptional representation for our clients who are experiencing life-altering effects from spinal cord injuries. At Carlson Bier, it is foremost on our agenda to ascertain that you receive maximum compensation. We prioritize explaining all the legal aspects as transparently and thoroughly as possible—ensuring no stone left unturned in your pursuit of justice. You can trust us with the intricacies linked to establishing liability conclusively dealing with insurance companies involved in these matters while positioning your case optimally for success. Compassionate about bolstering each client’s recovery journey with top-tier expertise, we tirelessly champion your rights – underlining why choosing our dedicated professionals at Carlson Bier is truly invaluable when faced with circumstances involving spinal cord trauma.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in El Paso Illinois

The team at Carlson Bier understands the life-altering impact that a Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) can have on an individual and their loved ones. As trusted Personal Injury Attorneys based in Illinois, we are dedicated to providing you with valuable information regarding SCIs, and guiding you through your legal options meticulously.

Spinal Cord Injuries result from damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves attached to it. This type of injury often leads to permanent changes in strength, sensation and other bodily functions below the site of damage. Key factors contribute significantly to SCIs:

• Motor Vehicle accidents: They’re responsible for more than half of all new SCI cases annually.

• Falls: Particularly common among individuals over 65 years old.

• Acts of Violence: Nearly one-tenth of SCIs occur due to incidents involving firearms and knife wounds.

• Sports related injuries & Recreational activities: These constitute about 10% percent of all SCIs.

• Diseases like cancer, arthritis etc., also lead to a significant amount of SCIs.

Recognizing symptoms is crucial as they can range from pain or an intense stinging sensation caused by damaged nerve fibers in the spine to complete loss of muscle function or sensory disturbances. People who’ve experienced significant trauma should seek immediate medical attention even if there’s no apparent evidence suggesting SCI initially

Treatment for SCI begins with stabilizing the spine immediately after injury; doctors aim at preventing further damage. Rehabilitation programs along with psychological support play a pivotal role during recovery.

At Carlson Bier, we understand that beyond dealing with physical hurdles, coping with an SCI entitles surmounting major financial obstacles too – rising healthcare costs coupled with income lost due to reduced work ability. And though insurance policies may help cover some expenses, often it proves inadequate when calculated against lifetime care associated with severe SCI.

With extensive knowledge about personal injury law coupled profound understanding about complexities surrounding SCIs, our attorneys put together a case scrutinizing every detail. We are dedicated to ensuring that compensation covers all aspects – current and future medical costs, rehabilitation expenses, lost income in addition to pain and suffering.

The state laws of Illinois entitle you to seek damages for SCIs if they were caused due to negligence or deliberate action of another individual. Proving liability requires careful legal investigation – but our accomplished team at Carlson Bier is adept at collecting evidence, negotiating with involved parties and meticulously building the strongest possible case so as to secure maximum possible compensation for your SCI claim.

We understand that selection of a law firm is an important decision; we believe it should be based on the attorney’s proclivity towards obtaining appropriate recompense for injured clients coupled with demonstrated acumen in managing complex litigation professionally. At Carlson Bier – we stand headstrong by these principles.

Spinal Cord Injury cases can be extremely complex, and require great depth of knowledge about personal injury law relating specifically to this kind of injury. Every year, thousands in Illinois suffer from devastating spinal cord injuries due to the negligent or intentional acts of others. As formidable advocates for our clients’ rights and welfare, our primary mission is helping you regain financial stability during life’s most difficult times.

With vast experience in handling Personal Injury cases involving SCIs, Carlson Bier has become synonymous with professionalism, expertise & diligence among client communities across Illinois; trusting us means being assisted by some finest attorneys deputed on your behalf so as securing justice becomes seamless undertaking rather than an overwhelming ordeal.

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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 El Paso

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Flame Wounds

Offering skilled legal services for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Clinical Incompetence

Delivering professional legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Taking on cases involving defective products, extending specialist legal support to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Trip Accidents

Expert in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking justice for their injuries.

Infant Harms

Providing legal help for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Collisions: Focused on assisting victims of car accidents obtain appropriate compensation for harms and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Expert in providing representation for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Trucking Crash

Offering experienced legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Focused on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Brain Impairments

Specializing in extending specialized legal services for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Traumas

Expertise in managing cases for persons who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Collisions

Committed to legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Demise

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and adept legal support to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Committed to assisting clients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal assistance to secure justice.

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