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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you or a loved one has experienced spinal cord injury in Kirkwood, Carlson Bier is committed to providing unparalleled legal representation. With a comprehensive understanding of personal injury law, the firm brings skill and dedication that has been recognized throughout Illinois. A Spinal Cord Injury can gravely impact not just your life but also those around you – creating physical challenges and financial strain. In such dire circumstances, having an accomplished attorney like those at Carlson Bier on your side becomes invaluable. They work tirelessly to ensure that their clients receive just compensation for medical costs, lost wages, rehabilitation expenses and emotional distress caused by such injuries. Their attorneys are knowledgeable in dealing with complex litigation surrounding these traumatic instances; they fiercely advocate for the rights of their clients while maintaining sensitivity towards their predicament. Time after time Carlson Bier’s successful track record attests to this commitment towards its clientele’s interests making it an exceptional choice for representation in cases related to spinal cord injuries.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Kirkwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, the safety and well-being of our clients are at the forefront. We’re your dependable legal guide, especially when dealing with debilitating personal injuries such as spinal cord injuries. Our Illinois-based law firm’s expertise in personal injury law helps us provide you with exceptional service right when you need it most.

A spinal cord injury denotes damage to any portion of the spinal cord or nerves at the edge of the spinal canal. The situation often spirals into a cataclysmic shift in strength, bodily sensation and functionality below the site of injury. For instance:

• A traumatic jolt to your spine may fracture or dislocate vertebrae; this forms the major cause.

• Diseases like cancer, arthritis, inflammation and infections are non-traumatic causes.

Understanding its far-reaching effects is integral for adequate representation and resolution:

• Immediate symptoms range from unconsciousness to paralysis, pain or impaired breathing.

• Long-term problems can include chronic pain, bladder control issues, sexual dysfunction, difficulty breathing without aid and increased risk for heart disease.

Furthermore, mental health problems commonly follow- depression is experienced by almost half who suffer these injuries. It’s undeniable that a victim faces multi-faceted challenges and their life is significantly altered post-injury.

At Carlson Bier we recognize these struggles which fuels our pursuit for justice on behalf of our clientele. Mirroring this reality in courtroom presentations allows us to help secure compensation reflecting heftiness of damages incurred physically mentally & economically.

Significantly catering to Spinal Cord Injuries entails making accurate evaluations about:

• Medical Expenses: From emergency room visits at inception through surgeries rehabilitation lifetime medications all included

• Loss Earnings: Calculated based present future income projections considered

• Pain Suffering: Includes physical emotional distress remuneration asked

Our skilled attorneys are committed towards crafting compelling narratives that resonate not just with your pains but also fortify your rights legally.

In our experience at Carlson Bier, we’ve seen that insurance companies often downplay the amount of compensation a spinal cord injury victim deserves. Here’s where our expertise as seasoned personal injury attorneys comes in; whether it’s through negotiation or trial, we ensure the victims receive full and fair compensation to account for medical costs, lost wages due to missed work, long-term care needs and pain & suffering. We’re always up-to-the-minute with Illinois laws relevant to spinal cord injuries.

Moreover at Carlson Bier we understand ‘justice’ isn’t just about numbers it’s also unsnarling tangles confusion fear questions worry- post-injury factors victims families face. Hence besides legal aspects guide you considering therapy emotional coping skills highlight available resources both informational financial aid. Collaboratively aim provide seamless transition towards life after this tumultuous occurrence.

Lastly settlement lawsuits aren’t mere transactions us but an opportunity restore some semblance peace normalcy lives affected party. It’s vital remember overcoming such distressing event demands more than physical care enlist legal assistance experts who genuinely prioritize interest above everything else.

Overwhelmed? Look no further! Let’s discuss your options and make sure you’re on the road to rightful recovery which includes recuperation from devastating financial blows these types of accidents render into one’s life in every facet.

Now do thoughtfully consider the trajectory of your case stemming from a spinal cord injury – Seek unmatched experience and relentless pursuit of justice that Carlson Bier is best known for in Illinois! Click below to find out what your case could be really worth without any obligations or expense upfront during this introductory consultation period.

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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 Kirkwood

Cycling Crashes

Proficient in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Providing skilled legal support for victims of intense burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Clinical Incompetence

Providing expert legal services for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Accountability

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal help to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Malpractice

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip and Slip Occurrences

Adept in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking restitution for their injuries.

Neonatal Traumas

Extending legal help for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to assisting patients of car accidents secure reasonable recompense for injuries and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to providing representation for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Trucking Mishap

Delivering adept legal services for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just claims for damages.

Construction Site Mishaps

Focused on assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Head Impairments

Focused on delivering dedicated legal assistance for victims suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Harms

Expertise in tackling cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Expert in legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and adept legal services to ensure compensation.

Neural Harm

Committed to representing patients with spine impairments, offering specialized legal representation to secure recovery.

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