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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering from a spinal cord injury can be a life-altering event. This is why, when you seek legal counsel to address your concerns and fight for your rights, it’s vital that the firm you choose comprehends every facet of these complex cases. At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated exclusively to personal injury claims including those involving Spinal Cord Injuries. Backed by a team of knowledgeable attorneys with proven track records in Illinois courts, our rigorous attention to detail sets us apart as formidable advocates for clients dealing with spinal cord injuries. Selected among top-tier lawyers who handle such severely incapacitating injuries in Elmwood area due to our high level of expertise, we offer personalized service on all fronts: navigating insurance disputes; negotiating settlements or pursuing trials if necessary; arranging access to medical specialists whenever needed -we aim at nothing less than giving each client their best shot at full compensation possible because we believe that justice should never be compromised.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Elmwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that spinal cord injuries can be life-altering and traumatic experiences. As Illinois-based personal injury attorneys, our trusted legal team is well-versed in the unique complexity of such cases and is dedicated to helping you navigate this challenging time with compassion and expertise.

The spine is a critical component within our body’s nervous system, serving as the primary conduit for neural messages between the brain and the rest of your body. Any damage or injury incurred could have serious implications for several functions ranging from movement to sensory perception. Spinal cord injuries are often categorized under two broad types: complete and incomplete. A complete injury means there has been a total loss of motor function below the level of injury; whereas, an incomplete one implies that some measure of function still remains beneath the injured area.

Spinal cord injuries may result from various causes such as car accidents, work-related incidents or falls, sports activities, medical negligence, acts of violence among others. Each type carries a different weight when pursuing legal options for damages which include but aren’t limited to medical bills compensation, lost earnings recovery due to disability till date and future estimates, pain and suffering reimbursement etc.

Bearing in mind these points:

– Quick action is vital – The sooner your case ends up in expert hands like those at Carlson Bier following a spinal cord injury incident would make collecting evidence or eyewitness testimony more manageable.

– Look out for early signs – symptoms indicating possible spinal damage includes difficulty walking or maintaining balance along with severe back pain; numbness or tingling in extremities; paralysis in any part of your body; breathing troubles.

– Consult immediate help – Don’t delay seeking medical attention even if you feel okay initially post-injury because many times serious problems may not surface immediately.

Life after sustaining such an injury can look very different than what was once familiar territory. Here at Carlson Bier, we believe it’s essential not only to secure economic compensation for our clients but also ensure proper resources are accessed to help cope with new challenges. This could be in the form of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, support groups or counseling services.

Notably, spinal cord injury cases involve extensive medical evidence and require deep scientific understanding coupled with legal acumen – an intersection that not every lawyer is comfortable negotiating. However, we’ve spent years building trusted relationships with a network of highly regarded medical professionals and expert witnesses who can testify on your behalf when necessary. They can provide factually accurate insights into the nature of your injury and its long-term consequences – details which play key roles in getting fair settlements.

Understanding where you stand legally while juggling significant health concerns can feel like one additional uphill battle. That’s why at Carlson Bier – thanks to our skilled team armed with experience working countless personal injury lawsuits – we make certain you’re armed with information needed to confidently embrace whatever comes next during this distressing period.

If you’re dealing with a recent diagnosis following an unfortunate accident causing spinal cord injuries or know someone facing such adversity; remember, you don’t have to face it alone! Click on the button below to get started by finding out how much your case may be worth. Let us help protect your rights and guide you towards securing adequate financial recovery so you can focus more on healing and less on navigating these daunting legal pathways alone. Trust in Carlson Bier as here; you aren’t just another client but part of our extended family wherein your welfare genuinely matters most.

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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 Elmwood

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Expert in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Wounds

Giving professional legal advice for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Negligence

Ensuring dedicated legal support for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal support to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Neglect

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Trip Occurrences

Expert in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking redress for their damages.

Neonatal Traumas

Delivering legal aid for families affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Collisions

Accidents: Concentrated on supporting sufferers of car accidents secure equitable payout for damages and destruction.

Motorcycle Accidents

Committed to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

18-Wheeler Crash

Extending adept legal representation for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for harms.

Construction Collisions

Focused on advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Brain Traumas

Committed to offering compassionate legal advice for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

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

Jogger Collisions

Specializing in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and adept legal assistance to ensure justice.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in supporting persons with vertebral damage, offering professional legal representation to secure redress.

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