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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering a spinal cord injury can be life-altering, and Carlson Bier understands the emotional strain and financial pressure it entails. As experienced Personal Injury Lawyers based in Illinois, we’ve earned our reputable standing by providing comprehensive and compassionate legal aid to clients grappling with spinal cord injuries. Our expertise in representing these complex cases is unmatched; from navigating medical malpractice lawsuits to seeking fair compensation for your loss of income or added healthcare expenses. Despite facing immense adversity, you’re not alone – we will stand beside you during this difficult journey. We prioritize personal attention for each case while leveraging our profound knowledge about local regulations and specific considerations associated with spinal cord trauma incidents. Clients praise us for our unwavering dedication and fierce negotiation skills—paramount characteristics that help ensure optimal outcomes on their behalf.

Our goal at Carlson Bier isn’t merely to serve as your legal counsel but also become a beacon of hope during your road to recovery post-injury. Trust us to deliver justice because at Carlson Bier – advocating for you comes first!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Farmersville Illinois

Carlson Bier is your dedicated group of personal injury attorneys in Illinois, always at the ready to fight for justice on your behalf. We concentrate our expertise and resources on one exclusive area: genuine judgment and fair compensations for those who have suffered life-shaking injuries due to reckless or negligent acts.

One of our pivotal points of focus is Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI), an incapacitating condition that can totally change a person’s life within fractions of seconds. Let’s deepen our understanding about Spinal Cord Injuries:

– Severity and impact: SCI commonly results from a severe blow that fractures, dislocates or crushes the vertebrae which could ultimately cause aftermaths like pain, numbness or even paralysis.

– Classification: These injuries are generally segmented into Tetraplegia/Quadriplegia – when arms, hands, trunk, legs and pelvic organs are all affected, and Paraplegia – where parts below the waist experience varying degrees of sensory and motor loss.

– Causes: Some prime culprits behind Spinal Cord Injuries involve vehicular accidents, falls especially in elderly, acts of violence like gunshots or knife wounds along with sports/recreation injuries due to impact sports or diving in shallow water among others.

We understand how these alarming statistics create concerns about financial stability post-injury setbacks with medical bills mounting relentlessly. This distressing scenario calls for the need of experienced legal aid who could help you navigate through this critical time in seeking deserved compensation. From compiling medical records to building a solid case grounded upon facts, we at Carlson Bier stand as committed allies ensuring you get the rightful justice you deserve.

Settlements covering various aspects such as current & future medical expenses related to your spinal cord injury rehabilitation programs tend to be high given the life-altering nature of these circumstances which normally entail lifelong care provisions inclusive but not limited to physical therapy costs & home accessibility adjustments. Entrusting your legal battle to Carlson Bier not only offers you professional assistance but would also provide emotional support while shielding you from intimidating insurance companies and their tactics.

Our team fervently believes in bringing personalized attention to all our clients, understanding that each individual’s case presents unique complexities requiring tailored approaches. You can count on us to fight tooth and nail to guarantee that those at fault bear the full brunt of their irresponsible actions.

So if you or someone close has suffered a spinal cord injury due to another person’s negligence, trust Carlson Bier – your partners for justice in Illinois.

Everybody deserves fair representation and we are committed to making proper compensation achievable for every victim. We invite you, therefore, to click on the button below which will lead you through a series of user-friendly prompted questions regarding your case details. By doing so, this tool shall offer an estimated evaluation ascertaining how much your case is worth based entirely on information provided by lucidly breaking down prospective settlement ranges pertaining specifically yet not strictly limited to expenses incurred over medical treatment & rehabilitation costs among others ensuring complete transparency throughout. Assert the need for justice today with us at Carlson Bier – where winning forms not just part of our business, it symbolizes our entire commitment towards serving justice.

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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 Farmersville

Cycling Mishaps

Focused on legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Giving adept legal services for patients of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Healthcare Incompetence

Delivering experienced legal representation for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, offering adept legal services to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Abuse

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Trip Mishaps

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking redress for their losses.

Birth Wounds

Extending legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Mishaps: Focused on assisting clients of car accidents receive appropriate settlement for damages and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal advice for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

18-Wheeler Collision

Offering adept legal advice for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just claims for harms.

Worksite Accidents

Focused on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Brain Injuries

Specializing in offering expert legal support for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Proficient in handling cases for clients who have suffered damages from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Death

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and adept legal assistance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Injury

Dedicated to advocating for patients with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal representation to secure justice.

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