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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you, a loved one or someone near to you in Girard has experienced the life-altering impact of a spinal cord injury, Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law is dedicated to fighting diligently on your behalf. As specialized Spinal Cord Injury attorneys, we possess comprehensive understanding of both medical and legal aspects associated with such grave injuries. With our track record of stellar outcomes in Illinois, our confidence and mastery can guide you through these challenging times. Choose us for our unwavering commitment as strong advocates throughout this grueling process. We are devoted entirely towards acquiring substantial compensation that mirrors the severity of your emotional pain, physical suffering as well as property damages incurred due to negligence or deliberate intent by others.

Relying on linguistic tactility and an endearing empathy landmarked over decades-long expertise within personal injury law; Carlson Bier’s range interprets uniquely into both strategy and execution when dealing with sensitive Spinal Cord afflictions– truly setting us apart from other practitioners. Reach out today – we’re here to help navigate your pathway toward justice.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Girard Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in handling personal injury cases, particularly those pertaining to spinal cord injuries. We are committed to educating our clients about the intricacies involved in such complex litigation processes. Our Illinois-based law firm combines years of experience, profound understanding of state laws and unwavering dedication to secure justice for victims of spinal cord injuries.

Spinal Cord Injuries are devastating medical conditions that may result from sudden damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spinal canal. They often cause permanent disruptions in strength, sensation, and other body functions below the site of injury. Consequently, spiIf you or someone close to you suffers a Spinal Cord Injury due to another’s negligence whether it is as a result of slip and fall incidents, construction accidents or motor vehicle collisions: Equipped with an experienced team of attorneys and paralegals who empathize with your pain and frustration after enduring such unfortunate circumstances.

Understanding some key facts about Spinal Cord Injuries can help when navigating through legal proceedings:

– Immediate medical attention following a possible Spinal Cord Injury could mitigate long term impact.

– The severity depends on two factors: where along your spine (i.e., neck, mid-back, lower back) the injury occurs and how much nerve damage has been done.

– Post-injury rehabilitation involves multidisciplinary approach focusing on occupational therapy, physiotherapy among others.

– There exists differential financial compensation for either ‘complete’ (loss of all control below area affected by SCI) or ‘incomplete’ forms(SCI causing intermittent loss).

Helping claimants understand their legal rights can significantly influence their case outcome; hence we at Carlson Bier take great pride in thoroughly detailing every step in this process. As highly skilled personal injury lawyers serving residents across Illinois–but not situated specifically in Girard–we rapidly assess your situation within the legal frameworks applicable.

We diligently explore negligent roles that may have contributed to your spinal cord injury, the availability of insurance coverage, and other potential sources of compensation. We also take comprehensive account of financial expenses incurred as a result like medical bills, loss of income or potential earning capacity due to permanent disability which could span into years without limit. Beyond that, we strive for additional scenarios where damages such as pain, suffering and mental anguish can be claimed.

Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries is complex; these cases require more than just legal expertise – they demand empathy and profound respect for victims’ experiences. At Carlson Bier we don’t just represent our clients – we guide them through challenging times ensuring resources are utilized maximally towards securing deserving justice.

Our track record speaks volumes: within Illinois’, we’ve zealously represented countless victims- never surrendering until our client’s interests were fully protected under law’s protective shield irrespective of adversaries faced by us in courtrooms. Whether you’re initiating a claim or fighting an appeal against unsatisfactory judgment previously delivered to you, rest assured that finding answers amid a sea of questions becomes exponentially easier with Carlson Bier by your side!

We firmly believe that knowledge depicts power. Thus, equipping you with exhaustive information about Spinal Cord Injuries is central to our approach. Each case represents unique circumstances; consequently each approach should be tailored accordingly rather than resorting to ‘cookie-cutter’ methodologies commonly adopted elsewhere.

At every stage: From initial consultations right through eventual trial proceedings (if required), one reality stays constant at Carlson Bier – Our practice revolves around You! With singular focus on serving your best interests during this most devastating chapter in life.

Every step at Carlson Bier is embarked considering one ultimate goal- Getting You & Your Loved Ones’ lives back on Track after enduring distress caused due to Spinal Cord Injury-related personal injury lawsuit! Don’t waste another moment wondering what could be done… Discover how much your case might potentially yield today!

Click on the button below to connect with our Spinal Cord Injury specialists at Carlson Bier. We are ready for a no-obligation review of your case details that could help you navigate this complex journey toward seeking rightful compensation under Illinois law.

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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 Girard

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Fire Traumas

Extending adept legal advice for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Healthcare Negligence

Delivering professional legal advice for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Accountability

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

Senior Malpractice

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

Trip & Tumble Injuries

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking justice for their injuries.

Infant Harms

Providing legal aid for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Crashes: Focused on aiding individuals of car accidents get appropriate settlement for harms and destruction.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing legal support for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Trucking Crash

Offering experienced legal services for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for damages.

Construction Site Crashes

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

Cerebral Impairments

Focused on providing professional legal support for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Damages

Adept at managing cases for persons who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Dedicated to legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and skilled legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Focused on advocating for patients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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