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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with spinal cord injuries, acquiring exceptional and insightful legal representation is crucial. Carlson Bier’s dedicated team of experienced attorneys specializes in personal injury cases involving Spinal Cord Injuries. Our objective is to assure your rights are protected and you receive the utmost compensation for your unfortunate circumstances. With our deep-rooted knowledge of Illinois law surrounding these complex cases, we’re committed to guiding clients from Energy through each step, offering assistance that aims at alleviating financial burdens imposed by medical expenses and loss of income. We understand the physical pain & emotional turmoil associated with such life-altering events; hence prioritize a compassionate approach while aggressively pursuing justice against responsible parties in courtrooms or negotiation tables on their behalf. Our commendable bilevel strategy which merges relentless pursuit for accountability & delicacy when interacting with victims has placed us on an esteemed pedestal within Illinois’ legal community regarding spinal cord injuries matters.The firm holds an unwavering passion towards relentlessly fighting for those affected ensuring they receive deserved remuneration whilst remaining updated about their case progress – this distinguishes Carlson Bier as a premier choice in seeking steadfast representation.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Energy Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the severity and impact spinal cord injuries can have on an individual’s life. As a law firm specializing in personal injury cases, our mission is delivering justice and peace of mind to victims of rear-end collisions, slip-and-fall accidents, workplace or construction site incidents which often result in these debilitating afflictions. Spinal cord injuries disrupt communication between the brain and body – impairing movement, sensitivity and other critical bodily functions.

Understanding what a spinal cord injury entails is essential for anyone affected by one or has loved ones facing this ordeal. The spinal cord acts as a messenger path between your brain and the rest of your body—any injury might lead to partial or complete loss of sensation and motor function. Due to its profound impact across various aspects of daily life, it’s classified into two types: Complete Spinal Cord Injury (CSCI) that leads to total loss of function below the level of injury; Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury (ISCI) results in some function below the level of injury being retained.

The signs are not always obvious immediately after an accident causing potential delayed diagnosis. However, prompt medical attention can significantly curb long-term damage. Common symptoms include:

– Difficulty walking

– Extreme back pain

– Loss of bowel control

– Impaired breathing

Our team at Carlson Bier realizes crafting a robust legal case for compensation requires comprehensive information about treatment options too. Physical therapy aids regaining muscle strength while occupational therapy focuses on improving independence in day-to-day tasks such as dressing or eating independently. Treatment may also encompass surgeries like decompression surgery where pressure from around the injured area gets reduced.

We urge you never underestimate psychological trauma component either – counseling should be sought alongside physical treatment interventions when battling with such significant life changes brought about by spinal cord injuries.

When handling your case at Carlson Bier, we do extensive research to compile evidence supporting your claim – this could range from obtaining surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses to scrutinizing official accident reports. Coupled with our in-depth knowledge of Illinois state laws applicable to personal injuries, we strive to ensure the best possible outcome for your situation.

A devastating reality anyone grappling with a spinal cord injury must know is that the path to recovery can be long and expensive – from diagnostics and treatments to prolonged therapy sessions compounded by loss of income during this time. At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe you should not shoulder the financial burden alone. That’s why our legal experts diligently fight for full compensation factoring medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages and other expenses relating directly or indirectly resulting from your accident.

What sets us apart at Carlson Bier is our compassionate approach coupled with unparalleled legal prowess – we keep clients abreast throughout the journey seeking justice while striving toward an outcome alleviating at least the financial strain this trying time inevitably brings. Our dedicated team commits wholeheartedly towards achieving maximum compensation for multiple aspects: current and future medical bills; pain and suffering; loss of companionship if loved ones have suffered; missed work due to recovery process among others.

Most importantly when choosing us as partners in seeking justice following spinal cord injuries you don’t pay unless we win! Attaining maximum compensation requires expertise honed over years like ours -commitment beyond just practicing law- caring about individual lives transformed through circumstances outside their control.

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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 Energy

Bike Mishaps

Expert in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Damages

Offering professional legal support for patients of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Hospital Malpractice

Delivering professional legal advice for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Obligation

Handling cases involving problematic products, providing professional legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Abuse

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Fall Mishaps

Adept in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their losses.

Childbirth Wounds

Offering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Accidents: Committed to aiding victims of car accidents get reasonable payout for wounds and impairment.

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal advice for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Semi Incident

Delivering adept legal support for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for damages.

Building Site Crashes

Concentrated on defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Traumas

Committed to ensuring professional legal services for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Traumas

Skilled in dealing with cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Passing

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and skilled legal assistance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Damage

Committed to defending patients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal assistance to secure recovery.

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