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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to Spinal Cord Injuries, having a competent and experienced legal expert on your side is imperative. Carlson Bier has made a reputable name in the field of personal injury law, exemplifying deep commitment to victims of spinal cord injuries. Our attorneys are champions for justice, engaging their expertise in Illinois law tailored to confront legal issues associated with serious physical trauma. We advocate firmly for clients affected by life-changing injuries like these; allowing our record of successful settlements speak volumes about our dedication as allies in your recovery process. The uniquely strategic approach utilized by Carlson Bier attorney group collectively establishes them as prime choices for anyone seeking superior representation following spinal cord impairment incidents that weren’t their fault. With us on your side you’ll receive diligent pursuit of adequate financial compensation aligned with an elevation in the quality of life post-injury. Place full confidence in trusting Carlson Bier’s proficiently skilled team ready and determined to represent you beyond geographical boundaries while respecting every legally set parameter regarding business conduct within Illinois borders.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Ladd Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being experienced and dedicated personal injury attorneys based in Illinois. We understand that the impact of a spinal cord injury transcends beyond physical pain – it not only disrupts your health but also affects the quality of life you lead. Navigating through legal recourse during this challenging time can often be complex and demanding.

Spinal Cord Injuries are severe injuries which primarily result from traumatic blows to your spine that fracture, dislocate, or crush your vertebrae. They have far-reaching implications physically, emotionally, and financially. For instance:

• Depending on the severity, a spinal cord injury could potentially lead to permanent paralysis.

• It may cause reduced sensation below the level of injury including loss of mobility and function.

• Incidents such as car accidents, falls, sport accidents or acts of violence are common causes.

Responding immediately is crucial for recovery post-spinal cord injury

• Immediate medical attention following an accident involving trauma to the spine can limit damage.

• Post-injury care includes balancing medications and surgery along with physical therapy and rehabilitation programs.

The road to recovery after a spinal cord injury is filled with many challenges—physical pain & suffering, navigating healthcare bills & grappling with lost wages due to inability to work becomes overwhelming. This is where we step in; at Carlson Bier our priority lies in transforming these hardships into hopeful futures by fighting tirelessly for clients’ rights and ensuring they receive full compensation.

What sets us apart at Carlson Bier?

We focus on personalized approach: each case is unique so we start by listening to our client’s story followed by conducting meticulous investigation for preparing a solid case aimed at maximum compensation. We believe in continuous communication throughout proceedings keeping you empowered with information related to case developments.

Experience matters: Spinal Cord Injury cases require accurate understanding of medicine & law both – Our team has extensive experience which equips them well for unraveling complex claims successfully.

No win, no fee commitment: While we are fighting with determination for your claim, our policy clearly specifies if we don’t succeed in securing your compensation, you won’t owe us a legal fee.

We understand deciding to pursue legal recourse isn’t an easy decision – it’s overwhelming. But remember that during the vulnerable period of recovery & rehabilitation post-Spinal Cord Injury – You are not alone! The team at Carlson Bier is here providing legal assistance so that you can focus on regaining your health.

In Illinois, laws related to timeframe within which personal injury claims have to be filed or statute of limitations do exist and time indeed could be against you. Also bear in mind even smaller details may play important role in building up strong case which only seasoned personal injury lawyer could bring forth effectively.

Our expertise goes beyond providing top notch law services; We provide comfort and peace-of-mind by ensuring justice has been served right hence protecting rights of those who’ve already been through enough. If you need more information about spinal cord injuries or need immediate help with an existing claim related settlement or negotiation process, contact the dedicated attorneys at Carlson Bier Associates.

Don’t wait any longer— Protect your rights and get what you deserve. To determine, if and how much could potentially be your rightful claim – Click on the button below now to find out how much your case is worth. Let’s team up together helping pave way towards restoring semblance of stability into life after 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 Ladd

Bicycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Offering adept legal assistance for victims of major burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Medical Carelessness

Extending experienced legal advice for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Liability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, delivering adept legal services to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Stumble Incidents

Specialist in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking restitution for their harm.

Neonatal Wounds

Offering legal support for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Accidents

Incidents: Focused on aiding individuals of car accidents secure equitable recompense for injuries and harm.

Motorcycle Crashes

Expert in providing representation for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Trucking Incident

Delivering professional legal assistance for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for harms.

Worksite Accidents

Concentrated on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Head Harms

Expert in extending specialized legal representation for persons suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Wounds

Proficient in addressing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Expert in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unjust Death

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and adept legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Trauma

Specializing in defending patients with paralysis, offering specialized legal representation to secure settlement.

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