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About Carlson Bier Associates

When grappling with the aftermath of a severe Spinal Cord Injury, it’s critical that you secure compassionate and skilled legal representation. As such, Carlson Bier has been the trusted ally for numerous citizens throughout Illinois who have encountered this challenging predicament. Our specialization in these complex proceedings enables us to expertly guide clients through their distinct cases. Understanding your unique needs is our forte; hence, we diligently tailor strategies to seek substantial compensation that aids your recovery and adjustment process post injury.

Our remorseless determination when dealing with insurers ensures no stone goes unturned in pursuing what is rightfully yours – fair settlement for ongoing medical expenses or hardship endured due to life-altering changes borne from a Spinal Cord Injury. Carlson Bier’s distinguished team equates not only potent statewide reach but also illustrates dedication irrespective of city lines across Illinois.

Choosing Carlson Bier signifies placing confidence in an entity rooted in professionalism coupled with unparalleled knowledge on matters concerning Spinal Cord Injuries—a beacon guiding you towards optimum resolutions during turbulent times after sustaining debilitating injuries.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Geneva Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are personal injury attorneys with a specialty in Spinal Cord Injuries. We prioritize your well-being and rights as we strive to secure the justice and compensation you deserve based on Illinois state law. Our firm is acutely aware of how life-altering spinal cord injuries can be; resulting in loss of movement, sensation or autonomic functions which can drastically affect your quality of life.

Understanding the basics of spinal cord injuries is vital. Fundamentally, these types of injuries result from damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spine. Most commonly caused by physical trauma like motor vehicle accidents, falls or sports injuries – often leading to lifelong changes such as tetraplegia (formerly known as quadriplegia), paraplegia, triplegia or hemiplegia.

As specialised personal injury attorneys, here at Carlson Bier, we offer unrivaled litigation services for victims suffering from these serious injuries:

• Tetraplegia: It’s a severe kind that typically leads to loss in sensation below the neck area— it may include both arms and legs.

• Paraplegia: This results in impaired motor or sensory function, predominantly impacting lower body parts such as legs.

• Triplegia: Victims experience sensory or motor control loss in one arm and both legs because only three limbs suffer an impact.

• Hemiplegia: Resulting primarily from brain damage instead being direct spinal damage— affects either side body which includes arm and leg on same side.

Further complications associated with spinal cord impacts involve issues like bladder control difficulties, lending an unwelcome additional challenge for affected individuals.

Our proficient legal team consistently leverages their extensive knowledge about Spinal Cord Injury cases coupled with world-class legal strategies against liable parties—in our pursuit towards achieving deserved compensation pertinent medical care costs rehabilitation therapy loss earnings pain suffering other related damages on your behalf.

Because the statute of limitations is different for every case, it is best to reach out to a legal professional as soon as possible following the accident. Delay in initiating legal action may result in loss of necessary evidence or exceeding the statutory period during which you can file this lawsuit.

At Carlson Bier, we comprehend how daunting legal matters can be while dealing with stress and high emotions associated with traumatic incidents like spinal cord injury. We aim to make this process less arduous by providing top-notch legal services devoid financial risk as part our ‘No Win- No Pay’ philosophy; if we don’t win your case, you owe us nothing!

While navigating through such challenging times in your life, you need a team that truly aligns its interest with yours— diligently upholding justice while caring about your wellbeing. The strong reputation of Carlson Bier is founded on years of relentless pursuit of our clients’ rights and closure.

Don’t sell yourself short by settling for less compensation than what you rightfully deserve under Illinois law – ensure maximum reimbursement proportionate to pain suffering ancillary adversities faced due deliberate negligence wrongful actions another party— It’s not about making money, but rather restoring normalcy back into life after calamitous setback caused unintentionally.

We invite you to learn more about Carlson Bier’s proficient work by clicking on the button below; obtain a complimentary fact-based assessment ascertaining potential monetary values specific your spine injury-related personal damages claim worth. Allowing us to help identify responsible parties hold them accountable their carelessness doesn’t impose lifelong consequences upon innocent individuals like yourself, without deserved justice restitution.

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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 Geneva

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Proficient in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Fire Wounds

Offering professional legal support for people of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Physician Malpractice

Delivering dedicated legal support for victims affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Accountability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal assistance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Malpractice

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

Tumble & Trip Incidents

Specialist in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking justice for their suffering.

Newborn Injuries

Extending legal help for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Focused on assisting victims of car accidents get reasonable settlement for damages and harm.

Bike Crashes

Focused on providing legal services for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Providing professional legal representation for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for hurts.

Building Site Crashes

Engaged in advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Neurological Harms

Expert in ensuring compassionate legal representation for clients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Skilled in managing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Focused on legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Demise

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and adept legal representation to ensure justice.

Vertebral Injury

Expert in representing clients with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure settlement.

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