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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, your progress becomes our passion when handling delicate affairs such as Spinal Cord Injuries. Based within Illinois’ boundaries, we specialize in meticulously unraveling the complex layers tethered to Spinal Cord Injury cases. With a vast understanding of this genre of law from years served in the field, our seasoned attorneys appreciate each unique narrative and prioritize your needs above anything else. Not only do we know intricacies encompassed in personal injury legislations but are relentless champions for justice committed to delivering results that matter most – recovery and compensation. We are unwavering advocates lobbying fiercely for fair treatment whilst navigating relentlessly through frustratingly complex legal corridors on your behalf. Our firm’s tenacious drive will face any challenges thrown in its path while ensuring congenial professional exchanges throughout these taxing times. Efficient case management remains a guiding principle at Carlson Bier making us an impressive choice solidifying trustworthiness among clients dealing with Spinal Cord injuries across diverse locales including Heritage Lake residents who require astute legal recourse.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Heritage Lake Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our primary aim as personal injury attorneys is to ensure your rights are well protected and you receive impeccable legal assistance when dealing with life-altering situations such as Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs). SCIs are fundamentally traumatic events that can dramatically influence an individual’s quality of life. Such injuries often lead to exorbitant medical costs, severe physical pain and emotional trauma; all of which deserving of rightful compensation.

Spinal cord injuries typically arise from sudden, forceful impact causing dislocation or fracture to the vertebrae – that may happen due to vehicular accidents, slip-and-fall incidents or construction site mishaps. The extent of damage could run from temporary debility through permanent paralysis encompassing paraplegia or quadriplegia.

• Paraplegia: This involves an impairment in motor or sensory function in areas connected to the lower extremities.

• Quadriplegia: It signifies a severe form resulting in partial or total loss of use in all four limbs.

It’s important to understand how devoid these incidents leave one emotionally, physically, and financially. Hence taking cognizance of your right for rightful compensation stands paramount.

As experts in personal injury law based prominently in Illinois, we at Carlson Bier understand every unique facet involved with spinal cord injuries. Our adept team assesses each case meticulously focusing on facets such as the potential future cost of medical treatment or therapy needed for full rehabilitation and loss of livelihood capacity due factors like unemployment or underemployment arising out of disability.

Our specific approach reflects not just care but also practicality; working systematically towards a fair settlement amount which genuinely mirrors your past and future monetary losses. We believe that sufferers should be given what they legally deserve without having to face undue hardship.

• Monetary Damages: These damages cover the economic losses incurred by victims including medical bills, ongoing health care services costs etc.

• Non-Monetary Damages: Such damages are in compensation for non-tangible suffering like physical pain, emotional trauma and the progressive loss of life quality.

It’s critical to note that Illinois law stipulates a statute of limitations which essentially implies you having a timeline within which to either settle your claim or file suit. Our team at Carlson Bier values this time sensitivity and will go all out to ensure your rights are exercised before any such deadline approaches.

Although we understand how overwhelming this process can seem, especially when trying to heal from substantive personal damage – rest assured – our dedicated professionals strive relentlessly for justice on your behalf. We commit ourselves not just as your representatives but also as part of your support system; aiming for comprehensive legal solutions while handling complexities with determination and empathy.

Lending credence to every individual’s particular situation demands insights garnered from years of proficient experience in personal injury law practice across Illinois. That is precisely what Carlson Bier brings onto the table- tenacity driven by expert knowledge, demonstrated through proved results.

You needn’t confront these challenging situations alone. Allow us at Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorney Group to shoulder the burden during these trying times, leaving no stone unturned for upholding justice where it rightfully belongs – with YOU.

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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 Heritage Lake

Cycling Incidents

Focused on legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Offering professional legal support for people of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Medical Negligence

Extending specialist legal assistance for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Accountability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, delivering specialist legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Trip Mishaps

Professional in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking restitution for their injuries.

Childbirth Wounds

Extending legal help for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Mishaps: Committed to assisting clients of car accidents get appropriate remuneration for wounds and impairment.

Bike Incidents

Committed to providing legal services for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Semi Collision

Providing adept legal advice for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Brain Injuries

Specializing in providing specialized legal advice for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in managing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Focused on legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Demise

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and skilled legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Damage

Expert in assisting individuals with paralysis, offering dedicated legal representation to secure compensation.

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