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When you or a loved one experiences the trauma of a burn injury, selecting caliber legal representation is crucial. Carlson Bier provides unparalleled legal support and counsel for citizens facing such life-altering situations in Jonesboro. Our team of attorneys specializes in managing complex cases centered around burn injuries. Highly respected throughout Illinois, our firm displays an exceptional understanding about the significant effects these injurious circumstances can have on individuals and their families. At Carlson Bier, we’re committed to delivering tireless advocacy during what may be one of the most challenging times in your life – as you recover physically and emotionally from your ordeal. We pride ourselves on maintaining an acute focus on detail which often proves pivotal to securing favorable outcomes for our clients; With us by your side, expect nothing less than unwavering guidance that prioritizes your best interests above all else. For anyone positioned at Jonesboro seeking proficiency paired with compassion when navigating through a burn injury claim – trust only Carlson Bier.

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Burn Injuries Lawyers in Jonesboro Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a dedicated group of personal injury attorneys based in Illinois with unmatched expertise in handling burn injury cases. Burn injuries can be tragic and agonizing. Beyond the immediate physical discomfort, these incidents often carry long-term emotional tolls and life-altering repercussions. The devastating experience is further compounded when financial burdens arise from medical bills and lost wages. However, you don’t need to shoulder this hardship alone; our skilled attorneys at Carlson Bier stand ready to fight for your rights every step of the way.

Burning can cause various types of damage to skin tissue including first degree burns, which affect only the outer layer of the skin causing redness and pain; second degree burns that involve deep layers of skin leading to blistering, swelling and immense pain; and third-degree burns that annihilate all layers of the skin causing white or charred skin along with unprecedented pain levels.

Here’s why burn injuries devastate not only physically but financially too:

• High Cost Treatment: Treating severe burns requires prolonged hospital stays, intensive care units (ICUs), surgeries for grafting skins in intended areas, physical therapies for restoring mobility, cumulative medications during recovery alongside post-traumatic mental health support.

• Lost Wages: Extended treatment time leads victims to lose significant amounts on incomes considering their inability to work.

• Long-Term Rehabilitation: Additional costs crop up due to lifelong rehabilitation measures involving physiotherapies as well as psycho-therapies varying upon burn severity.

We understand that an essential part of making a successful claim involves understanding legal obligations owed by responsible parties if they’ve failed in maintaining safety standards or if any negligence was involved leading to such disastrous harm. At Carlson Bier law firm, our experienced team fully explores different angles pertinent within your case context so as to deliver maximum possible compensation ensuring optimal justice is served.

Another pivotal aspect revolves around effective communication during various stages while processing claims ensuring you remain continually informed about proceeding developments regarding your case. Over the years, we have secured optimal compensation for countless burn injury victims across Illinois helping them recover deserved recompense covering medical costs, lost income and other related expenditure offering an essential lifeline during crucial traumatic circumstances.

At Carlson Bier, our professional diligence is driven by one single aim – easing lives of those suffered from burn injuries through rightful legal justice. We are committed to delivering personalized attention in every case, providing sound guidance based on an extensive knowledge of Illinois laws pertinent to personal injury claims specifically involving burns.

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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 Jonesboro

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Proficient in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or unsafe conditions.

Fire Injuries

Extending adept legal advice for patients of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Hospital Misconduct

Offering expert legal assistance for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Obligation

Managing cases involving problematic products, delivering skilled legal assistance to individuals affected by defective items.

Elder Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Stumble Mishaps

Adept in handling trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Damages

Extending legal guidance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Mishaps: Concentrated on aiding individuals of car accidents obtain reasonable settlement for injuries and impairment.

Scooter Crashes

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Truck Crash

Providing experienced legal services for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for damages.

Construction Site Accidents

Engaged in defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cerebral Damages

Expert in delivering expert legal representation for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in tackling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unfair Loss

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and professional legal services to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Dedicated to advocating for persons with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure settlement.

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