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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate event of sustaining a burn injury in Herrin, it’s crucial to have adept legal representation. Trust Carlson Bier, an esteemed Illinois law firm specializing in personal injury cases involving burns. Our attorneys understand the intricacies that arise from these incidents: health implications, financial burden and emotional trauma. Their expertise allows them to advocate tirelessly on your behalf for maximum compensation rightfully deserved under Illinois law. With years of victories under their belt, they ensure every Client’s claim is taken with utmost perseverance and diligence to meet their specific needs. Coupling our extensive knowledge about medical implications with sharp litigation skills, we at Carlson Bier can provide comprehensive guidance through each step of this complex process; demonstrating why we are one of the top considerations when researching Burn Injury lawyers. You’re not just another case number at Carlson Bier; you’re part of our family that prioritizes your recovery above all else.

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Burn Injuries Lawyers in Herrin Illinois

Burn injuries are traumatizing events in anyone’s life and often result in not only physical agony but also contribute to sizable medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering. Carlson Bier appreciates the seriousness of burn injuries and is renowned for efficiently handling burn injury cases in Illinois. As experienced personal injury attorneys, we dedicate our resources to fight for your rights to win maximum compensation for you.

In-depth understanding of different burn degrees is crucial as it plays a key role in determining compensable damages.

• First Degree Burns: These burns are superficial and affect only the surface layer of skin causing redness, minor swelling, and pain.

• Second Degree Burns: They penetrate deeper affecting both the epidermis and part of the dermis leaving the skin blistered with intense pain.

• Third Degree Burns: These cause severe damage by burning through every layer of skin sometimes damaging underlying bones, organs or muscles too.

Our legal team knows that burns can occur from various facets like a car crash where airbags failed to deploy right or a workplace incident involving exposed wiring. The origin of your situation matters significantly since that is what enables us to hold accountable any negligent parties involved.

Determining fault is an essential factor in making claims for compensation; however it demands meticulous investigations which are time intensive, this includes;

• Police reports

• Witness interviews

• Consultation with expert witnesses

• Evidence gathering

Uncommon among many people is that you may be eligible for compensation far beyond just covering your immediate medical bills which Carlson Bier will help you recover such as:

• Past And Future Medical Costs: This covers pharmaceuticals costs including prescription drugs, surgeries costs hospital stays etc…

• Loss Of Income Or Earning Ability: If your ability to work was affected temporarily or permanently because of prolonged recovery procedures or rehabilitation then this can be compensated

Working with a trusted firm like Carlson Bier not only takes the guesswork out of your burn injury litigation but also ensures that you get a competent representation aimed at maximizing your compensation. Our team will work tirelessly to uncover all potential sources of liability and use this information to formulate an effective legal strategy.

Burn injuries may affect more than just physically, it leads to emotional trauma as well, especially severe burns resulting in disfigurement or scarring which can lead to self-image issues and decreased quality of life.

The Carlson Bier personal injury attorneys acknowledge the importance of helping clients achieve holistic healing thus go beyond ensuring just financial victories to connecting our clients with experienced medical practitioners making sure they are on their way to recovery physically, emotionally and financially.

Our commitment extends even further; we won’t impose any upfront costs until we win the case for you because we believe justice ought not be solely dictated by financial prowess. The feeling after winning rightful compensations is priceless; it signifies a sense of acknowledgement that someone was liable and now held accountable.

As Carlson Bier group based in Illinois take one step forward towards pursuing justice for your burn injuries today! Don’t let complexities of claim proceedings discourage you or hefty consultation fees aggravate worries about piling bills – click on the button below for a free assessment on what your case could be worth! Regaining control over your life starts now!

Please note: While we offer statewide services within Illinois, laws prevent specifically advertising locations where we do not have physical offices.

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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 Herrin

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

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

Burn Traumas

Providing professional legal help for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Physician Misconduct

Extending specialist legal representation for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Accountability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering professional legal support to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Misconduct

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

Tumble and Fall Mishaps

Expert in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Wounds

Supplying legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Incidents

Mishaps: Dedicated to aiding clients of car accidents receive appropriate compensation for harms and harm.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in providing legal advice for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Trucking Collision

Offering adept legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for damages.

Construction Site Crashes

Dedicated to defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Cognitive Traumas

Expert in delivering expert legal support for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Demise

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and professional legal services to ensure redress.

Neural Damage

Committed to representing clients with paralysis, offering specialized legal support to secure compensation.

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