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Navigating the complex, often stressful waters of spinal cord injuries necessitates assistance from a dedicated and superior legal professional. At Carlson Bier, we stand by your side through thick and thin, providing impeccable expertise and personalized attention in such challenging times. Our team specializes primarily on cases involving spinal cord injuries – harnessing their broad knowledge to avidly defend your rights with utmost precision. From gathering applicable medical evidence to tactfully managing negotiations with insurance companies, our seasoned professionals go above-and-beyond in ensuring you get the highest possible compensation for your intense suffering. Our relentless dedication sets us apart as an ideal partner when it comes to handling Spinal Cord Injuries settlements & litigations. With years of experience serving Illinois residents – including those in Goreville – we are determined to advocate zealously for justice on behalf of all spinal cord injury victims within our jurisdictional reach.

At Carlson Bier, stellar advocacy isn’t just a promise; it’s what we deliver effectively and ethically every time! To maximize protection after a crippling blow like spinal trauma requires no less than the best defense — this is where Carlson Bier delivers exceptionally well.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Goreville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in representing clients who have suffered spinal cord injuries due to another party’s negligence or intentional infliction of harm. A spinal cord injury is a life-altering event. The impacts are not just physical but emotional and financial as well. Such high-stakes situations necessitate the aid of experienced personal injury attorneys whose expertise can guide victims through the legal landscape for the best possible outcome.

Spinal cord injuries may be either complete or incomplete. In the case of a complete spinal cord injury, there’s a total loss of motor functionality and sensation below the level of the injury. Incomplete injuries, on the other hand, allow some function beneath the affected area – though these functions vary widely from person to person.

Implications of such accidents may entail:

• Paralysis including paraplegia and quadriplegia

• Loss of respiratory function

• Difficulty controlling bowels or bladder

• Sexual dysfunction

These changes invariably affect every facet of a victim’s life leading to significant medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and suffering. At Carlson Bier Associates LLC., our focus is on helping you navigate these complex issues during this challenging time in your life by offering compassionate service paired with aggressive advocacy.

We tirelessly advocate for compensation that fully covers medical bills related to your accident – including future costs associated with long-term care or rehabilitation – loss of income or earning potential if you’re unable to work following your accident; noneconomic damages like pain & suffering among others that directly emerge as consequences wrought by your injuries.

In successfully securing appropriate settlements, we review:

1) Veracity evidence: By gathering all available records related to treatment received post-accident.

2) Expert consultation: Collaborating with certified health practitioners for an accurate assessment regarding future medical needs.

3) Detailed analysis: Meticulously identifying every responsible individual/entity that contributed towards causing your injury.

If necessary, our attorneys can take your case to court. Having litigated numerous spinal cord injury cases, we tirelessly advocate for your rights and strategize effectively on your behalf in front of a jury.

Please be aware that Illinois law has established statutes of limitations which sets boundaries within which personal injury claims must be filed. Hence it is crucial to commence proceedings as early as possible ensuring you don’t relinquish your legal rights to claim compensation due to an expired timeline.

At Carlson Bier Associates LLC., we comprehend that navigating life after sustaining a severe spinal cord injury can be daunting. Amid such challenges, the prospect of launching legal action may seem overwhelming, but please remember you’re not alone.

Choosing our proficient team to represent you means selecting dedicated advocates who believe in justice and are committed towards securing maximum compensation on your account reflecting the full extent of damages inflicted upon yourself or a loved one affected by this tragic event.

In reality, determining the worth of any particular claim involves multiple aspects warranting detailed examination & assessment making it almost impossible for anyone lacking appropriate subject-matter expertise to correctly estimate their potential recovery worth – hence comes our role!

Here at Carlson Bier, our experienced attorneys provide a complimentary initial case evaluation tailoring professional advice corresponding specifically with each individual’s unique situation.

Knowing how much stress Clients experience amid their ongoing ordeal; rest assured understanding there will never occur any upfront costs until we successfully obtain a settlement award from those responsible parties liable for causing your injuries – That’s our commitment towards you! Please feel free to click on the button below now; Let’s find out together just how much compensation YOU might rightfully deserve so that you can focus exclusively on restoring peace back into your life while we handle all legalities aligned with gaining maximum financial relief for your future stability and wellbeing.

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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 Goreville

Cycling Incidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Burns

Offering adept legal support for individuals of major burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Medical Carelessness

Ensuring experienced legal services for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Fault

Addressing cases involving problematic products, providing expert legal support to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Abuse

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Slip Accidents

Expert in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking justice for their harm.

Birth Injuries

Delivering legal assistance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Incidents

Crashes: Committed to supporting individuals of car accidents secure fair payout for hurts and damages.

Motorcycle Incidents

Focused on providing legal services for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Big Rig Crash

Ensuring adept legal assistance for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for damages.

Building Crashes

Committed to advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Head Injuries

Focused on delivering professional legal assistance for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Adept at dealing with cases for victims who have suffered damages from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Expert in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unjust Passing

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and adept legal services to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Dedicated to assisting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure settlement.

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