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The aftermath of a spinal cord injury can be devastating; it entails not just physical pain but emotional turmoil as well. At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexity and sensitivity of these cases, making us the exemplary choice for legal representation in such matters. Our skilled attorneys are experts in handling personal injury lawsuits specifically involving spinal cord injuries, meticulously working to secure maximum compensation that supports your recovery and secures your future financial needs. We’ve successfully advocated for clients throughout Illinois with our strategic approach, vast knowledge of legal nuances and diligent commitment to each case. Choosing Carlson Bier means you’re choosing an ally who relentlessly pursues justice on your behalf while you focus on healing. While thousands turn their life’s wheel back towards normalcy after a severe spine injury due to professional care from medical specialists, rest assured knowing that equally proficient legal guidance is available at Carlson Bier—the Attorney Group that understands Spinal Cord Injuries like no other! Trust us with your journey toward rightful restitution.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Homewood Illinois

Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs) are unique and complex conditions that can have widespread repercussions, disrupting lives with instances of paralysis, loss of sensation or even cognitive impairments. As a trusted personal injury lawyer based in Illinois, Carlson Bier is dedicated to providing support and expert legal assistance for victims who have suffered from these life-altering injuries.

The spinal cord serves as the crucial communication bridge between your brain and body. It is responsible for transmitting messages that control movement, feeling, and function. Any trauma or damage inflicted on the spinal cord disrupts this delicate system; leading to SCIs which can manifest in several forms:

• A Complete SCI: This refers to circumstances when the injured individual loses all ability to sense or move below the level of injury.

• An Incomplete SCI: Victims with incomplete injuries retain some sensory or motor function below the affected area.

• Tetraplegia/Quadriplegia and Paraplegia: Tetraplegic individuals experience problems with their arms, hands, trunk, legs while Paraplegics lose function in the trunk, legs.

Post-SCI complications such as chronic pain, respiratory problems and bladder infections also add further challenges both physically and financially. Because of this relentless physical struggle coupled with emotional trauma; obtaining effective representation from a credible law firm like Carlson Bier assumes paramount importance.

A plethora of factors come into play in an SCI case including incident details, extent & nature of injuries plus financial implications regarding ongoing medical care. Our skilled attorneys excel at looking closely at all these elements. Pioneering negotiations through intricate insurance jargon to secure deserving compensation being our chief goal.

In many scenarios where liability is shared amongst different parties (such as multiple vehicle accidents), Illinois follows ‘Comparative Negligence’ terms meaning damages awarded would be reduced by proportionate degree of fault held by claimant themselves. Therefore having seasoned lawyers advocating for you helps strategize minimizing any potential fault attributed to you.

Cases involving SCIs come with their own set of medical, insurance and legal complexities. Balancing your recovery process against these intricacies demands experience, expertise and deep-rooted understanding; assets perfectly embodied by the Carlson Bier team. From collecting critical evidence, engaging qualified experts for testimony on medical facts or life-care planning expenses future costs to assertively challenging the opponent’s bid towards reducing probable liability; we navigate through every step confidently.

Our relentless pursuits have witnessed countless settlements that have alleviated financial struggles triggered by SCI, providing victims a cushion during tough recovery phases. We are determined to calculate fair compensations designs accommodating wage loss (if any), extensive medical costs as well as non-economic damages concerning physical agony or lifestyle disruptions prevalent in such injuries.

Our principled approach resolves around empathy towards our clients coupled with aggressive advocacy within courtrooms until justice is served. We pledge commitment towards pursuing maximum benefits befitting individual conditions no matter how unique each case may be; thereby making Carlson Bier synonymous with authentic representation amidst Illinois personal injury attorneys realm.

We understand humanizing law can make tremendous difference especially when person involved faces toughest trials of their lives post dramatic injuries like SCI. Our client-centric model lays emphasis on empowering victims with enlightened knowledge letting them make informed choices throughout legal proceedings than leaving everything solely upon lawyers discretion.

As daunting as litigation journey appears navigating through unknown territory comprising intricate laws, evidences & defendant strategies; remember you’re not alone battling them! Trust us at Carlson Bier who possess stellar credentials backed by impressive track records dedicated exclusively for representing grief-stricken folks dealing nuances associated with handling personal injury claims including spinal cord injuries.

Take hold of your rights ingrained within Illinois legislation ensuring accident victims receive due compensation supporting them tide over testing times caused by another’s negligence or recklessness. Reach out today via clicking button below & find out much valued case worth assuring yourself stern guardian steadfastly standing beside you aiming at your best interest embracing transparency, honesty plus relentless dedication. Carlson Bier – Your trusted partner in seeking solidarity during adversity.

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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 Homewood

Bike Incidents

Specializing in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Thermal Damages

Giving expert legal advice for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Medical Misconduct

Providing dedicated legal assistance for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Accountability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, extending adept legal guidance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Trip Occurrences

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

Neonatal Damages

Supplying legal help for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Incidents

Incidents: Focused on assisting clients of car accidents secure fair payout for injuries and impairment.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal advice for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Trucking Collision

Delivering professional legal services for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just claims for injuries.

Building Site Accidents

Committed to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Neurological Traumas

Expert in extending expert legal services for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Expertise in managing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Loss

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and professional legal services to ensure restitution.

Neural Trauma

Focused on assisting persons with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal representation to secure redress.

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