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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the challenge of dealing with spinal cord injuries, Carlson Bier is the reputable law firm that stands as a beacon of hope and assurance. As Illinois’s leading legal experts in such traumatic cases, our attorneys have an unrivaled track record for securing optimal outcomes for clients whose lives have been turned upside down by these devastating incidents. At Carlson Bier, experience meets empathy; we understand how vital your case is to you and skillfully represent victims ensuring their rights are safeguarded throughout each phase. Our dedicated and knowledgeable lawyers navigate complex medical information while seamlessly connecting evidence to create convincing legal arguments. While they passionately work towards getting you fair compensation, they also assist in identifying surgeons, physicians or rehabilitation specialists if necessary. Being more than just a personal injury lawyer firm—Carlson Bier associates value relationships over transactions proactively helping families make informed decisions during tough times while improving living conditions post-spinal injury dramatically.With us at your side,you get unmatched commitment to fight for justice right till the end.Choose Carlson Bier,the legal champions reinventing recovery journeys through exceptional representation following spinal cord injuries.Choose integrity.Choose excellence.Choose justice.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Hinckley Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in a plethora of law sectors including personal injury cases representing victims of spinal cord injuries. Our legal team is based in Illinois and has extensive experience advocating for clients with substantial knowledge about the complex terrain of spinal cord injuries.

Comprehending spinal cord injuries holds a significant impact on life post-injury as well as gaining insight into viable legal options. The spine consists of stacked vertebrae which creates the central support structure for our bodies and facilitates mobility while housing the spinal cord—a major element of our nervous system. If this intricate system sustains damage, consequences can range from mild chronic pain to severe paralysis.

Spinal Cord Injuries primarily occur due to:

• Trauma induced by vehicular accidents.

• Sports or recreational activities.

• Medical/surgical complications.

• Falls, particularly in older adults above 65 years.

Unintended repercussions may involve motor system dysfunction encompassing sensory alteration or impaired physical coordination. Symptoms might fluctuate depending upon the exact location and severity of your injury

Here at Carlson Bier, we are tenaciously committed to serving those who have suffered the life-altering circumstances brought about by such devastating incidents. Our dedicated team will utilize its vast resources to provide you individualized attention—working diligently on your case so that you secure maximum compensation for medical care costs, lost wages, plus other related expenses.

Our professional staff walks you through every aspect concerning filing a claim for a spinal cord injury beginning from assessing negligence if another individual’s actions caused your accident up until gauging losses incurred due to resultant disability or compromised quality of life.

Carlson Bier takes pride in catering individually tailored representation—not just handling cases but caring for people impacted by these traumatic events because we understand that behind each lawsuit exists individuals needing substantially more than merely legal assistance.

Navigating the aftermath associated with serious injury like this should never be undertaken alone—you deserve compassionate and competent representatives fighting resolutely for your interests. Our promise remains to channel every available resource towards ensuring justice is served, taking into consideration the full spectrum of physical, financial, and emotional implications you confront.

Delivering results through exhaustive investigation and strategic negotiation or taking it to trial if that’s what justice demands—Carlson Bier at its core believes in fulfilling our client’s requirements with unwavering conviction.

Decades worth of combined professional experience allows us to make a difference in our clients’ lives, predominantly those affected by spinal cord injuries. We uphold our philosophy tirelessly: the pursuit of justice and fair compensation for injury victims is paramount while providing exceptional legal service where honesty, communication, and diligence are revered above all else.

We urge those who have experienced this debilitating medical condition not to delay seeking legal representation. By clicking on the button below, you can gain leverage from our knowledgeable team giving us detailed insight regarding your unique situation which will enable us to evaluate your case appropriately—in turn; we determine an estimate concerning potential compensation value you might be entitled to receive owing to losses sustained because of someone else’s negligence.

Your journey towards justice begins here! Click on the button below—it’s time you understand how much your case could potentially yield. Trust Carlson Bier—we’re steadfastly committed not merely representing cases rather advocating passionately for people whose lives were altered due to unforeseen circumstances such as a catastrophic spinal cord 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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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 Hinckley

Bike Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Traumas

Offering skilled legal help for patients of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Physician Malpractice

Ensuring professional legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Responsibility

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, offering adept legal assistance to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Abuse

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble and Slip Mishaps

Specialist in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking justice for their injuries.

Neonatal Wounds

Providing legal aid for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Accidents

Crashes: Committed to supporting patients of car accidents get equitable recompense for wounds and damages.

Bike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal support for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Semi Incident

Extending professional legal assistance for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for hurts.

Construction Crashes

Engaged in advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Head Damages

Expert in offering specialized legal advice for individuals suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Specialized in handling cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Specializing in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Loss

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal representation to ensure fairness.

Spine Injury

Focused on supporting victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal representation to secure justice.

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