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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the aftermath of a spinal cord injury, it’s crucial to secure competent and reliable legal representation. That’s when Carlson Bier enters the picture; champions in providing dedicated advocacy for victims of Spinal Cord Injuries statewide, inclusive of Glencoe. Our accumulated experience enables us to skilfully navigate intricate medical matters, ensuring your rights are fiercely guarded. Moreover, our mastery in negotiating compensation grants our clients a distinct edge during settlement discussions or court proceedings.

Inarguably an industry leader within Illinois’ legal realm around this subject matter, we strive on diligent preparation and meticulous case management techniques that maximize effectiveness at every stage of litigation.

Our compassionate approach eases your journey through these testing times while securing just compensation required for rebuilding lives post-incident.

Choosing Carlson Bier ensures you gain access to seasoned lawyers with proven competence in spinal cord injuries litigation. We hold elite capability in skillfully addressing complex scenarios associated with such critical incidents—a testament to our prowess spans across trial victories and lucrative settlements obtained over time

Trust Carlson Bier – steadfast advocates committed towards orchestrating outstanding results for those grappling with spine-related afflictions.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Glencoe Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our team of dedicated personal injury attorneys specialize in a variety of cases, particularly those involving spinal cord injuries. This type of injury is critical and demands immediate medical attention as it can be life-altering both physically and emotionally. If you or a loved one has suffered from a spinal cord injury due to the negligence of another party, we are here to advocate for your legal rights.

A spinal cord injury happens when there’s damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves within the spinal canal. This often results in permanent changes in body functions such as mobility or feeling. There are numerous causes including motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, sporting events, physical violence, diseases such as cancer or even work-related mishaps. The severity might range from minor bruising to full-scale paralysis based on factors like force inflicted and location of the impact.

Key points to remember:

• Spinal Cord injuries usually result in significant life adjustments

• Recovery could demand lifelong medical support

• Rehabilitation is needed to relearn basic bodily functions

The aftermath of such an incident brings forth medical expenses, loss of income due to disability, psychological distress among other challenges. It’s important that victims understand their legal avenues must receive fair compensation for these unexpected hardships.

Here at Carlson Bier located in Illinois, we have extensive experience representing clients with various types of personal injuries especially those resulting from serious accidents leading to spine damages. Our undivided focus allows us better insight into the intricacies involved; equipping us efficiently whilst advocating for all possible forms of recovery available under law.

With Carlson Bier by your side:

– You will get personalized care focused on your specific needs

– We strive towards maximum reimbursement covering current as well as future expenses related down this path

– Prompt communication throughout litigation process until resolution

Personal Injury Law can be complicated but having proficient representation simplifies matters significantly – allowing you time and energy focus on what truly matters – healing.

We believe that those suffering due to someone else’s irresponsibility deserve justice. At Carlson Bier, we are committed to helping our clients recover their life back after a spinal cord injury. Thanks to many years of practice, our lawyers have won multiple cases securing fair compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and future care costs among other damages incurred due to such personal injuries in Illinois.

Acting promptly post injury occurrence is paramount since there’s time limit within which you can initiate legal action under Illinois law so engage us as soon as feasible. The more immediate we start working on your claim; more efficient our chance at gathering unspoiled evidence which considerably strengthens your case.

Navigating this journey alone could be daunting but you don’t have to. We are ready and willing to guide you every step of the way – from comprehending the incident, determining responsible parties and establishing claims validity ensured by thorough evidence mapping leading successfully through litigation process until just resolution is reached.

The most common question concerns overall worth of an individual claim – valid given myriad factors involved like medical expenses incurred & expected or earnings lost potentially during recovery phase amongst others. This becomes influenceable based on experience and acumen your representation brings forth – reinforcing advantages when partnering with established professionals like Carlson Bier.

Analysing all facets intertwined within your particular situation thoroughly along comprehension over extensive precedents sets premise where assessing indicated valuation becomes possible effectively yet sounding reasonable compellingly thus improving negotiation standing significantly ahead in line for successful lawsuit negotiations going forward representing clients rightfully across Illinois area.

So why wait? Click the button below now for a comprehensive evaluation detailing what might be potential value attached your case absolutely free provided exclusively by seasoned advocates experienced extensively in Personal Injury Law here at Carlson Bier dedicated towards empowering each client walk down this challenging path fairly while maintaining dignity intact throughout upholding justice each step taken within legal advocate sphere diligently here in Illinois.

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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 Glencoe

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Offering professional legal advice for people of major burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Ensuring specialist legal representation for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, offering expert legal services to victims affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Neglect

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

Fall & Stumble Occurrences

Professional in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking compensation for their damages.

Newborn Traumas

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

Motor Crashes

Incidents: Focused on supporting individuals of car accidents obtain reasonable settlement for harms and damages.

Motorbike Accidents

Focused on providing legal assistance for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

18-Wheeler Accident

Offering specialist legal assistance for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Building Incidents

Engaged in assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Committed to ensuring professional legal representation for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

Expertise in managing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Dedicated to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Death

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and expert legal representation to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Impairment

Specializing in advocating for individuals with spine impairments, offering expert legal services to secure redress.

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