...
FREE CASE CONSULTATION
312.622.2900
Facebook-f Linkedin Google

Spinal Cord Injuries Attorney in Hampshire

Let Carlson Bier Fight For You

Over $50 Million in Recoveries

Google Guaranteed 5 Stars Advanced Local Service Ads Carlsonbier
Find Out if You Have a Case in 10 Seconds
Personal Injury Attorney Chicago
Personal Injury Lawyer Orland Park Illinois | Carlson Bier Associates

About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to handling matters of Spinal Cord Injuries litigation, Carlson Bier is the ideal choice as your legal partner. Our team is meticulously trained and versed in Illinois laws surrounding these types of injuries. We’ve propelled our clients toward successful settlements through unparalleled expertise, steadfast dedication, and meticulous attention to detail. As an authority on spinal cord injury rights within Hampshire’s legal landscape, we work diligently to provide unrivaled representation for your case.

Carlson Bier has a strong reputation when dealing with complex spinal cord injury lawsuits where every minute detail matters. Understanding that such injuries can be life-altering and often have associated complexities like long-term care costs or rehabilitation expenses; we ensure thorough preparation for trial while aiming at securing maximum compensation.

Our unwavering focus on clients’ needs reflects in our bespoke legal solutions which are purposefully designed around achieving optimal outcomes for you whilst maintaining approachable communication channels at all times.

In spite of the challenging nature of Spinal Cord Injuries cases, choosing us as your representative ensures that no stone goes unturned in procuring justice for you – because here at Carlson Bier – Your Cause Is Ours!

Meet Our Attorneys
About Carlson Bier

Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Hampshire Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we bring an unrivaled devotion and expertise in representing clients who have sustained spinal cord injuries. As a prominent personal injury law firm based in Illinois, our experienced team is profoundly sympathetic to the immense physical and emotional challenges that victims of such critical incidents undergo. Our goal is not just winning cases, but we are committed towards helping our clients navigate through this challenging phase of life by providing sound legal counsel backed with compassionate support.

Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) may vary considerably concerning the extent and type of injury; nonetheless, they are predominantly categorized into two main types – ‘complete’ and ‘incomplete’. A complete injury involves total loss of sensory function below the level of the spinal cord damage which ultimately leads to paralysis. On the other hand, in an incomplete SCI situation, some sensation or movement remains below the injured area.

There’s no denying that these traumatic injuries often result in temporary or permanent changes in body strength, sensation and other body functions underneath the location of injury. Understanding how seriously these injuries can impact one’s qualities like independence and self-esteem demonstrates why it is crucial to choose competent representation for your claim against those accountable.

The aftermath of a Spinal Cord Injury can be extremely devastating due to its severe implications on one’s life quality and expectancy along with substantial financial costs involved for medical treatment, rehabilitation expenses, lost income opportunities, etc. Thus at Carlson Bier:

• We passionately advocate for your rights ensuring eligible compensations.

• Assist you understand various aspects relevant to SCI claims.

• Provide clinical guidance so as you don’t feel abandoned during recovery.

• Battle insurance companies on your behalf because you deserve justice.

Collectively as an adept team at Carlson Bier with years-long experience handling personal injury cases combined with our shared passion for justice makes us uniquely positioned to guide you through the nuances of state laws surrounding spinal cord injuries.

Moreover, it is pivotal to note that there exists a statute of limitations which implies the set period within which you can file a lawsuit. For personal injury cases in Illinois, this limit is typically two years from the date of the accident causing SCI; however, certain exceptions do apply. Our proficient attorneys at Carlson Bier will assess your case diligently and lend their expertise to navigate through these timeframes.

Whether it’s about filing lawsuits against negligent individuals/companies or seeking rightful compensation from insurance companies, we believe evidential specificity holds an enormous impact on case outcomes. That being said:

• We equally focus on gathering evidence supporting not just the occurrence but also its implications.

• Enlist witness accounts to enhance your lawsuit credibility.

• Significantly back claims with tangible monetary demands projecting overall loss.

Remember you are not alone battling this life-altering event and, while hospitals nurse physical wounds, our team of skilled attorneys at Carlson Bier strives tirelessly behind-the-scenes seeking justice prevailed for every valuable client trust imposed upon us. Entrust us with your legal predicaments so that you can concentrate entirely on rehabilitation and recovery.

At this point, you may be wondering how much your unique spinal cord injury case might be worth because each case comes with its peculiar details requiring individualized assessment by experienced professionals. Here at Carlson Bier, we have endeavored day-in-day-out trying to bring forth an easy solution for this exact inquiry.

Therefore we invite you today! Don’t let those apprehensions clog up your spirit anymore – click on the button below! Discover today what justice means for your particular situation as per our proficient attorney evaluation specific to SCI based personal injury cases. Yes! It’s finally time now unveiling your rightful entitlements towards a secure future post spinal cord injuries – Because YOU matter to us!

Find Out How Much Your Case is Worth
Testimonials from Clients

Your Success Is Our Success

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.
Education & Information

Resources For Hampshire Residents

Links

Legal Associations and Lawyer Services

Online Legal Resources and Directories

Specialized Services and Educational Resources

Legal Blogs
SEE MORE

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

All Attorney Services in Hampshire

Areas of Practice in Hampshire

Pedal Cycle Collisions

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

Fire Injuries

Providing professional legal assistance for people of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Physician Misconduct

Offering expert legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, supplying professional legal services to consumers affected by defective items.

Aged Neglect

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking restitution for their injuries.

Childbirth Harms

Delivering legal guidance for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Crashes: Focused on aiding sufferers of car accidents get reasonable settlement for hurts and damages.

Motorcycle Incidents

Expert in providing legal advice for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

18-Wheeler Accident

Offering experienced legal assistance for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for injuries.

Worksite Incidents

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

Neurological Injuries

Dedicated to ensuring dedicated legal support for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Traumas

Specialized in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unjust Loss

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and professional legal support to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Committed to assisting persons with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal services to secure redress.

Instant Case Evaluation

Contact Us Today if you need a Person Injury Lawyer

312-313-2440

cb
FREE CASE CONSULTATION

312.622.2900

The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.

© 2024 All Rights Reserved | Carlson Bier

Web Design By Bosseo​