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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you or a loved one suffered from burn injuries in La Grange, undoubtedly, the path towards recovery can feel daunting and overwhelming. At Carlson Bier, we understand your predicament and strive to help you unravel this difficult journey with our dedicated legal expertise. Bringing years of experience to the table when handling cases involving severe burns caused by car accidents, explosions, defective products or even workplace mishaps – we prioritize fighting relentlessly for justice on behalf of our clients. Our team at Carlson Bier includes top-tier lawyers well-versed with intricacies surrounding Illinois personal injury law concerning burn injuries. We believe every case deserves personalized attention; thus ensuring an outcome that acknowledges not just immediate medical expenses but accounts also for long-term rehabilitation cost and emotional trauma endured by the victims. Trusting Carlson Bier is entrusting your case in safe hands that value meticulousness & compassion above all else — manifesting in our strong track record of securing favorable verdicts & settlements for burn injury Victims across La Grange.

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Burn Injuries Lawyers in La Grange Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that burn injuries can be traumatic and life-altering. Our dedicated team of personal injury lawyers is committed to representing Illinois residents who have suffered from all types of burn injuries, ranging from thermal burns caused by heat sources like flames or hot liquids to chemical burns caused by corrosive substances.

Burns are categorized based on their severity into three degrees – first, second, and third degree. A first-degree burn impacts only the outer layer of your skin causing redness and swelling while a second-degree burn damages both your outer and underlying layer of skin leading to blisters. The most severe type is a third-degree burn where your deep layers of skin are damaged resulting in charring and whiteness.

In addition to physical pain and suffering, victims often experience emotional distress due to disfigurement or scarring. At this stage, it’s crucial for you as an individual to know that you bear rights under Illinois law to seek compensation for not just medical bills but also wage loss if unable to work due misuse of products or premises negligence.

There are multiple scenarios in which a person might incur these debilitating injuries:

• Workplace accidents: Many occupations entail exposure to flammable substances leading sometimes to serious incidents.

• Car accidents: Severe crashes often result in car fires

• Defective Products: Poorly made or inadequately labeled goods may cause fire hazards.

• Landlord neglect: When property owners fail maintaining safety standards.

Every case caters a unique set of circumstances; at our firm we focus on understanding each detail associated with the incident from accident reports, witness statements down till medical records ensuring justice prevails.

It’s important here to note that the State Laws follow a strict statute of limitations implying any claim related with personal injuries has got two years time limitation post the injury date occurring within Illinois jurisdiction. So it’s strongly recommended firstly being aware about legal processes involved acquiring compensations pertinent to personal injuries.

As a team of seasoned professionals, we have formed a deep understanding and strong commitment towards victims of burn-related incidents. Our goal is to ensure that you receive the necessary financial support post your distressful experience.

Remember insurance companies often negotiate settlements manipulating people’s lack of legal knowledge. The Carlson Bier approach delivers clarity and supports you through the professional assistance empowering you make informed decisions basing on adequacy not just hurry-up solutions offered by insurers in their favor.

When it comes down to our fees, rest assured knowing that Carlson Bier operates on contingency fee basis meaning unless we succeed getting compensation for you, no charges will be billed maintaining transparency utmost level..

At Carlson Bier, we are motivated by passion for justice; fueled with compassion for those who suffered unjustly. We believe in turning adversities into empowerment guiding you throughout every step involved post injury case proceedings.

While our jargon-free language facilitates anyone easily understand complex insurance laws related intricacies easing your recovery process & enhance confidence entrusting us your case representation bringing much deserved stability back within your lives s disrupted through tragic accidents.

Your journey to recovery after suffering from a life-altering burn begins here at Carlson Bier. Click on the button below to take control today and find out how much your case might be worth under trusted guidance. Your future deserves more than just coping up with loss – let’s seek justice together now!

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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 La Grange

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Giving professional legal support for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Medical Carelessness

Offering professional legal services for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, supplying professional legal assistance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Fall Mishaps

Specialist in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking recovery for their damages.

Childbirth Harms

Offering legal help for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Mishaps: Committed to assisting patients of car accidents secure appropriate remuneration for injuries and losses.

Bike Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Truck Crash

Ensuring specialist legal representation for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for harms.

Worksite Incidents

Committed to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Head Traumas

Expert in delivering compassionate legal services for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered damages from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

Specializing in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unjust Fatality

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and expert legal support to ensure fairness.

Backbone Damage

Focused on assisting individuals with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal representation to secure redress.

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