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In the challenging aftermath of a burn injury, you require more than just medical help. You need powerful legal representation which Carlson Bier can provide to you in Granite City. We specialize specifically in handling Burn Injuries’ cases and possess a comprehensive understanding of associated complexities. From third-degree burns caused by failed safety regulations at work, right down to residential fires due to faulty appliances, our seasoned attorneys are dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services while your focus remains on recovery and recuperation. Often culminating from negligence or ignorance, if your sufferings could have been prevented, we strive tirelessly in holding those accountable for their actions or lack thereof. Moreover, having us by your side ensures that every aspect is methodically evaluated before establishing an indisputable claim and conclusively safeguarding maximum compensation rights. Partner with Carlson Bier’s unique strategic approach towards Burn Injuries – a formidable combination of insightfulness regarding medicinal nuances coupled with astute litigation prowess – as we chart out the best course toward successful reparation justice for you.

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Burn Injuries Lawyers in Granite City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our team of expertly trained personal injury attorneys are dedicated to representing individuals in Illinois who have suffered from burn injuries. Understanding the nature of a burn injury and knowing how it can dramatically alter someone’s life forms the backbone of our approach; we strive to bring you justice while helping you navigate the path towards recovery.

Burn injuries vary significantly in severity and cause: they may result from accidents involving fire, electricity, chemicals or even radiation. Irrespective of their source, burns can be extraordinarily painful and require long-term treatment. Here are some vital facts about them:

• They often result in substantial physical trauma.

• Severe burns may necessitate skin graft surgery.

• They could lead to permanent scarring or disfigurement.

• The rehabilitation period is usually lengthy and requires consistent physical therapy.

We acknowledge that facing these challenges can be daunting, both physically and emotionally. However, what many victims fail to understand initially is how financially devastating these injuries could potentially be as well. Rising healthcare costs coupled with lost wages (owing to an inability to work) make for a grim economic scenario.

Luckily, options exist to alleviate this financial stress; if your burn was due to another person’s negligence or intentional harm, you might qualify for significant compensation under Illinois law. This claim could include emergency medical expenses, costs related to ongoing care such as surgeries and physiotherapy sessions as well future income loss due to impaired working capabilities.

Yet navigating through legal jargon alone can often seem overwhelming – rest assured knowing that at Carlson Bier, your struggle is ours too!

Our experienced lawyers will work tirelessly on your behalf by conducting detailed investigations into your case—we’ll first establish liability by identifying the party responsible for causing your injury. Then our devoted team will focus on gathering appropriate evidence—medical bills/reports along with employment documents—to demonstrate convincingly before the court about how your injury has impacted all aspects of your life. We’ve built our reputation on providing exceptional legal services, offering you unwavering support during this challenging time.

Our victories aren’t just evident in the numerous cases won – they are reflected in the individual lives we have assisted, both inside and outside of courtrooms. Our experience equips us to handle burn injury claims across various workplace environments including construction sites, factories and commercial kitchens amongst others; furthermore we are skilled at representing victims of residential fire accidents as well.

Transparency is key for us—our attorneys operate on a contingency fee basis meaning if you do not receive any compensation, you don’t owe us anything! We believe that every victim deserves justice irrespective of their financial standing hence offer free initial consultations too.

Remember, time is critical when filing personal injury lawsuits — Illinois law stipulates a limit known as the statute of limitations within which your case needs to be filed. Hence it is essential that you seek expert legal guidance immediately following the accident.

The reason Carlson Bier stands apart in personal injury litigation circles is because of our dedication—we tirelessly advocate for burn victims preserving their rights under Illinois Law whilst striving for maximum compensation.

At Carlson Bier, every claimant’s story matters to us—as one navigates through these tough times, we prioritize understanding individual circumstances offering sound and personalized advice accordingly. Having helped countless burn survivors reclaim financial stability post accidents fuels our commitment!

Are you or someone dear coping with burn injuries? If so then consider taking that first step toward safeguarding your future today by tapping into our legal counsel’s expertise based right here in the state of Illinois. Each case has its unique facets—only once we understand yours can we employ effective methodologies ensuring those responsible are held liable appropriately while determining what potential compensation might look like for your specific situation.

Do not bear this burden alone: allow us at Carlson Bier to fight for the justice and restitution you deserve.Go ahead – click on the button below to find out how much your case is worth. Our proficient and compassionate team awaits you on the other side, ready to help you regain control of your life post a debilitating burn injury!

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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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Burn Accident FAQ​

There are three main types of burn injuries:

  • First-degree burns: These burns affect the outer layer of skin, the epidermis. They cause redness, pain, and swelling.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns affect the epidermis and the dermis, the second layer of skin. They cause redness, pain, swelling, and blistering.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns destroy the epidermis and the dermis, and can also damage the underlying tissues. They cause white, leathery, or charred skin.

Burn injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Heat: This includes flames, hot liquids, steam, and hot objects.
  • Electricity: Electrical burns can be caused by contact with live wires or outlets.
  • Chemicals: Chemical burns can be caused by exposure to acids, alkalis, and other corrosive substances.
  • Radiation: Radiation burns can be caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or to other types of radiation.

The signs and symptoms of a burn injury will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Redness
  • Pain
  • Swelling
  • Blistering
  • Charred skin
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Shock

The treatment options for burn injuries will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common treatment options include:

  • First-degree burns: These burns typically heal on their own within a few days. However, it is important to keep the area clean and moist.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns may need to be treated with medication or surgery.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns typically require surgery and skin grafts.

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Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your burn injury was caused by the negligence or recklessness of another person or party. A burn injury lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Granite City

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Giving adept legal services for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Physician Malpractice

Providing dedicated legal support for victims affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Obligation

Taking on cases involving defective products, extending professional legal help to customers affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Slip Injuries

Professional in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their harm.

Neonatal Traumas

Providing legal help for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to guiding victims of car accidents gain reasonable settlement for injuries and harm.

Motorbike Accidents

Committed to providing legal support for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Collision

Extending specialist legal assistance for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for harms.

Construction Site Crashes

Committed to advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Brain Damages

Committed to offering professional legal support for victims suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in managing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Focused on legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unjust Loss

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and experienced legal representation to ensure fairness.

Backbone Trauma

Expert in advocating for clients with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal representation to secure justice.

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