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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to relating and dealing with the complex legalities surrounding spinal cord injuries, Carlson Bier is your stellar choice. Backed by years of experience in this specialized field, we bring profound insight to every case we handle — doing our utmost for those impacted by sudden life-changing accidents in Galatia. At Carlson Bier, our experts skillfully untangle intricate medical jargon while seeking just compensation for physical and emotional distress inflicted on victims of such incidents. Fiercely committed to representing clients from across Illinois state lines who have sustained spine-related trauma including paralysis or chronic pain, the expertise that guides us genuinely makes a difference. Our steadfast support goes far beyond court trials: To us, you’re not just another file but a real person deserving undivided attention amidst adversity faced after an unfortunate incident involving your spinal cord. Trusting us guarantees relentless pursuit of justice safeguarded under Illinois Law aimed at maximum possible relief ensuring life’s adequate progression post incident for sufferers of spinal devastation like yours. Navigate this tormenting ordeal with confidence – trust Carlson Bier today.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Galatia Illinois

Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs) are complex, life-altering events that invariably lead to drastic lifestyle changes and exorbitant medical costs. Carlson Bier understands the impact an SCI can have on both the injured party and their loved ones. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, with a proven track record of advocating fiercely for our clients, we strive to ensure victims of SCIs receive maximum compensation.

At the core of treating every spinal cord injury lies understanding its basic anatomy and types. The spinal cord serves as a conduit between your brain and body parts, transmitting signals back and forth. It is divided into four major segments – Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar, and Sacral – each responsible for different bodily functions. Damage anywhere along this intricate pathway can result in partial or total loss of sensory or motor function:

• When injury occurs at the cervical level, it typically results in Tetraplegia/Quadriplegia – paralysis affecting all limbs.

• Injuries at thoracic or lumbar level may cause Paraplegia – impairment in motor or sensory function of lower extremities.

It’s crucial to understand that not all injuries are alike: Complete SCIs cut off all communication below the injury level while Incomplete SCIs might retain some sensation or movement.

The onset of a Spinal Cord Injury is often sudden; common causes include traffic accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, sports injuries or violent encounters. The team at Carlson Bier possesses comprehensive knowledge about various causative factors related to such cases which helps us advocate effectively for our clients.

Dealing with an SCI requires much more than just managing immediate physical consequences; there’s a need to consider long-term implications too:

• Medical expenses- Emergency treatment procedures could involve surgery along with extended hospital stays. Furthermore, ongoing requirement of physiotherapy/rehabilitic therapy adds onto medical bills.

• Loss of wages- Since recovery process is long and strenuous, it’s likely the injured will be out of work for an extensive time period. In severe cases, return to old job might not be feasible.

• Home modification costs- Homes may need remodeling to accommodate wheelchairs or install handicap accessible amenities.

• Psychological trauma- Aside from physical pain, victims often grapple with grief, depression or anxiety due to sudden life changes.

Our legal team is well versed in cataloguing these sources of anguish while making a claim on your behalf.

Dealing with insurance companies can sometimes feel like battling a heavyweight foe single-handedly. While large corporations have teams working tirelessly to minimize their pay-outs, at Carlson Bier, we make sure we’re the skilled giants fighting your corner!

Navigating through the details of SCI alone can be daunting; hence it’s beneficial to retain professional legal assistance early in this journey. A knowledgeable personal injury attorney invests time understanding case-specific nuances and devising effective strategies aimed at securing rightful compensation.

Here at Carlson Bier, our aim is simple – arm you with knowledge about SCI and guide you confidently through legal complexities so that you receive the best possible outcome.

We encourage you not only to learn but take action as well: If you or someone close has been afflicted with a spinal cord injury due undoubtedly to another party’s negligence or intentional act, bear in mind that Illinois law provides for your restitution.

For professional help sorting through the intricacies involved and ensuring that all responsible parties are held accountable for their actions reflect on reaching out to us – take advantage of our free consultation today by simply clicking on the button below; find out what your potential claim could be worth. Remember every second counts when seeking justice! Carlson Bier believes strongly in fighting for what truly matters: You and Your Rights.

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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 Galatia

Bike Accidents

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

Fire Injuries

Offering adept legal assistance for people of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Hospital Negligence

Offering dedicated legal services for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Liability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, offering skilled legal services to clients affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Trip & Fall Injuries

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal support for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Collisions: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents get appropriate recompense for injuries and losses.

Motorcycle Collisions

Expert in providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Truck Crash

Providing professional legal advice for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for damages.

Building Site Accidents

Dedicated to assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cognitive Damages

Dedicated to delivering expert legal support for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Proficient in handling cases for people who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Undeserved Passing

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and experienced legal representation to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Specializing in advocating for victims with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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