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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the devastating effects of a spinal cord injury, it’s critical to have strong legal representation. Carlson Bier has become synonymous with success in this realm, offering unparalleled expertise and aggressive advocacy for those who need it most. With decades of experience under their belts, our attorneys excel at litigating these complex cases across Illinois – always fighting for maximum compensation on clients’ behalfs’. We understand the lasting impact spinal injuries can inflict; be it physical trauma or emotional distress that follows you long after medical treatment concludes – nothing is overlooked when building your case. Our commitment goes beyond courtroom litigation too – we take an active interest in improving lives post-injury by negotiating healthcare costs, aiding rehabilitation plans and organizing financial aid opportunities wherever possible. Trusting Carlson Bier as your spine injury representative means trusting proven champions in personal injury law — committed to representing you fiercely until justice is achieved! So remember: if ever you find yourself navigating world altered by a spinal cord accident… think contingency-fee-based representation…think top-tier legal minds… think…Carlson Bier! Rediscover peace amidst turmoil with us today as we commence your journey towards retribution together.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Gridley Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being a beacon of hope for victims of spinal cord injuries in Illinois. Our team of dedicated personal injury attorneys understands the life-altering repercussions these injuries can entail, ranging from chronic pain to paralysis and many health complications. As passionate professionals in our field, we feel it incumbent upon us to provide robust educational content concerning spinal cord injuries.

Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) is damage inflicted on any component of the spinal cord or nerves occurring at the end of the spinal canal. This traumatic event usually brings about permanent changes in cognitive function, sensations, strength and other bodily abilities below the site of injury. Broadly classified into two; complete and incomplete SCI differs based on severity. In complete SCI there is no function below the level of injury while with incomplete SCI there exists some motor or sensory function.

• Chronic pain

• Limited mobility

• Reduced bladder or bowel control

• Alterations in sexual health

• Changes in mood or mental health

These are just a few potential outcomes when dealing with spinal cord injuries. It’s crucial to understand that every case varies considerably depending upon circumstances such as age, overall health condition, rapidity & quality of medical intervention received and more importantly, early rehabilitation care.

To assert your rights to fair compensation effectively often requires comprehensive legal expertise – this is where we come into play at Carlson Bier. We possess an extensive background mitigating complex personal injury cases involving spinal cord injuries resulting from auto accidents, slips and falls incidents among others.

The legal ramifications around personal injury are intricate pieces woven together by decades-long legislatures & judicial precedents but our dynamic law office makes it a priority to ensure optimal understanding for all our clients irrespective of their backgrounds. We will explain each step carefully until you’re confident you full comprehension about what lies ahead including provisions relevant to Illinois under The Family Expense Act.

Our approach hinges wholly on thorough investigation strategies tailored specifically per client plus vigorous advocacy efforts, meaning we not only provide commendable legal representation but also serve as your ally throughout the process. We’ll collaborate with a network of medical experts to persuasively present comprehensive evidence supporting your claim for damages ensuring maximum compensation owed to you.

At Carlson Bier, our number one objective is helping victims on their path towards improved quality of life post-spinal cord injuries. Commitment to our clients extends beyond normal working hours because understanding your story at personal levels makes us better equipped in navigating the often daunting legal avenue. Whether it’s accommodating hospital or home visits to fit around your schedule or providing bilingual services – Fostering accessibility aimed at serving all Illinois residents better remains an integral part of our ethos.

We invite you to explore how we could effectively represent you and help navigate these challenging times. By presenting solid strategies designed along extensive professional experience and compassion – trust us when we emphasize this is more than just a job for us; defending your rights & seeking justice entails responsibility which we hold very close to heart.

We want you to browse through our website further and gain insight into who we are, what we stand for but most importantly how committed Carlson Bier is, in striving towards securing that sense of reassurance which seems so elusive post such traumatic experiences.

Peace-of-mind can be invaluable especially during such trying times – With Carlson Bier by your side; rest assured knowing you have proficient expertise overseeing each aspect meticulously every step along the way until fair restitution becomes reality – Not mere litigation jargon written on paper somewhere.

Education & Awareness form an imperative facet combating any adversity particularly something as devastating as spinal cord injuries – Why grapple in ambiguity when clarity enhances decision-making capabilities drastically? Don’t hesitate! Find out now just how much could potentially be justified rightfully under compensatory damages regarding Your case by simply clicking below. Let’s unravel some pressing queries grappling right now possibly impacting you or loved ones significantly – Remember you’re never alone in this odyssey; especially now at Carlson Bier!

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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 Gridley

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Proficient in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or risky conditions.

Burn Damages

Providing adept legal assistance for people of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Healthcare Carelessness

Extending specialist legal assistance for patients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, providing skilled legal help to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Abuse

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Trip Mishaps

Adept in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking restitution for their harm.

Birth Traumas

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Crashes: Committed to guiding clients of car accidents receive appropriate settlement for hurts and impairment.

Motorcycle Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Truck Mishap

Extending specialist legal assistance for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for damages.

Construction Mishaps

Engaged in defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Brain Harms

Expert in ensuring dedicated legal services for patients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Traumas

Specialized in handling cases for people who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Loss

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and professional legal services to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Dedicated to representing persons with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure redress.

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