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Confronting the aftermath of a spinal cord injury can be overwhelming. In such difficult times, it is vital to have experienced legal counsel at your side. That’s where Carlson Bier comes in – leaders in representation for spinal cord injuries across Illinois, renowned for pursuing justice and maximum compensation swiftly and efficiently. Our accomplished attorneys understand the complex medical issues surrounding these injuries and navigate through insurance procedures with proficiency that magistrates find impeccable. Serving residents across Loami valiantly, we provide sharp interpretation of personal injury law, backed by years of successful case management and client satisfaction records touching sky-high limits.Despite not being physically located in Loami we believe geographical borders shouldn’t hinder quality delivery — hence we offer our comprehensive services to this deserving community as well.Whether battling inadequate insurance settlements or holding negligent parties accountable,Clients consider us a quintessential resource when seeking recompense from those responsible for their life-altering circumstances.With Carlson Bier,you receive more than mere advocacy; you receive commitment towards securing your future.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Loami Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our Illinois-based legal team understands the life-altering impact of a spinal cord injury. We specialize in representing victims who have sustained such injuries due to negligence or ill-intentioned actions of others; offering them robust personalized representation to navigate through this distressing time while seeking justice.

Spinal cord injuries can result from various incidents, including auto accidents, workplace mishaps, medical malpractice, and slips-and-trips. These types of trauma disproportionately impact your body’s central nervous system with potentially debilitating effects that restrict mobility and dramatically reduce quality of life. It’s not something anyone should wish upon another; yet when it does occur due to construable carelessness or purposeful harm, clients need the expertise of a consummate personal injury attorney like ourselves at Carlson Bier.

There are some crucial things we believe you must be aware of regarding spinal cord injuries:

• Spinal Cord Injuries can be classified as either complete or incomplete: where ‘complete’ causes a total loss of sensation below the injury point and ‘incomplete,’ despite damaging the spine itself, leaves some degree of movement or sensorial capacity intact.

• Another critical classification is based on which part comes under trauma- Cervical (neck), Thoracic (mid-back), Lumbar (lower back), Sacral (pelvic area). Each affects different parts of your body.

• Symptoms include muscle weakness or paralysis, impaired breathing after neck injury, intense nerve pain caused by damaged neural pathways among other severe symptoms.

• Treatment varies according to specificity but most cases require extensive therapies such as physiotherapy coupled with major surgeries; rehabilitation takes significant time and impacts mental health too.

Our dedicated lawyers at Carlson Bier law firm work tirelessly investigating each case thoroughly. Familiarizing themselves with every detail helps them construct solid strategies tailored to achieving optimum outcomes for their respective client- because nobody deserves doom for an incident they had no control over.

The costs associated with spinal cord injuries can be astronomical due to the prolonged nature of recovery and possible life-long adjustments. Our objective, therefore, isn’t just to win cases but also secure maximum compensation for our clients- to handle medical expenses, loss of future earnings capacity if they’re unable to resume work, pain and suffering endured, as well as compensation for any lifestyle alterations needed post-injury.

One may wonder why choose Carlson Bier? Besides our vast experience in personal injury law spanning decades combined with an impressive track record of successful claims won; it’s our commitment towards each client that sets us apart. We firmly believe every case carries a unique narrative that deserves careful attention; hence we strive for personalized service over generic representation. Further, our no-win-no-fee policy underlines the unwavering confidence we maintain about succeeding in your legal journey.

Spinal Cord Injury litigation is complex and demands expertise only seasoned lawyers like ours at Carlson Bier law firm possess-kindling hope amidst devastation through competent advocacy. Remember: In times where uncertainty looms large over you like a dark cloud following an unfortunate incident leading you into this painful ordeal; what you need most besides medical help are dependable attorneys who will fight tooth and nail shielding your rights while targeting justice on your behalf.

We invite you now to take control by clicking below – discover with obligation-free ease how much your case is worth potentially – because although we cannot undo the harm done unto you; Carlson Bier aims to ensure such horrifying incidents do not put our clients into insurmountable debt or leave them without viable remedies to reclaim their disrupted lives back from unmerited 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 Loami

Bicycle Collisions

Specializing in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Giving expert legal support for patients of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Physician Misconduct

Providing professional legal services for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, providing expert legal assistance to consumers affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Neglect

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble & Trip Mishaps

Adept in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking recovery for their injuries.

Newborn Traumas

Delivering legal support for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Accidents: Devoted to assisting victims of car accidents get fair recompense for wounds and destruction.

Bike Accidents

Focused on providing legal services for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

18-Wheeler Incident

Delivering adept legal advice for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just claims for injuries.

Construction Site Collisions

Committed to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Head Injuries

Focused on extending compassionate legal support for persons suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at dealing with cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Specializing in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Demise

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and skilled legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Damage

Committed to representing persons with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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