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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the overwhelming aftermath of spinal cord injuries, your defense demands dedicated resilience. The Carlson Bier firm embodies this fervor to offer unwavering assistive legal services in Illinois. Our expertise is specialized towards personal injury cases with a sharp focus on spinal cord complications. We distinguish ourselves through comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience handling traumatic injury claims. Our team diligently works to assure proper compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost income or productivity due to these life-altering incidents. Through consistent rigorous strategy development tailored for your unique predicament we aim at pinpointing negligence for a successful claim outcome. At Carlson Bier your case isn’t just another file; it’s an opportunity for us to champion justice where it rightfully belongs as demonstrated by our impressive portfolio of favorable case resolutions throughout the state including Lockport area clients who frequently seek out services from our expert attorneys,. Let’s discuss how we can help secure your rights while you navigate regaining control over an impacted life post-spinal cord injury incident with Carlson Bier firmly by your side.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Lockport Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted Illinois-based personal injury attorneys focusing on spinal cord injuries. Our expertise lies in understanding the nuances and complexity of these injuries because we know they can significantly impact an individual’s life. One must not underestimate the severity and long-term implications of a spinal injury as it may affect one’s mobility, ability to work and perform simple tasks.

Spinal cord injuries often occur due to accidents, such as car crashes or slips and falls, which impose a sudden blow that fractures or dislocates vertebrae. The symptoms range depending on the severity of the injury but typically include pain or pressure in the head, neck, or back; paralysis; numbness; loss of bladder control; difficulty walking; abnormal band-like sensations such as pressure in chest, abdomen or legs; unbalanced breathing after injury.

It’s crucial to note that each case is unique. Early indicators like location and extent of damage play significant roles in considering treatment options which could range from medication to surgery. Rehabilitation also forms part of this journey involving physiotherapy and occupational therapy sessions aimed at empowering individuals with coping strategies for daily activities.

Even with physical recovery possibilities, spinal cord injuries could leave emotional scars leading to mental health issues including depression and anxiety. It further imposes an economic burden with costly medical procedures not necessarily covered by general insurance policies adding fuel to financial distress already caused by inability to work post-injury.

The emotional trauma coupled with financial strain following a traumatic event should never be underestimated which is why you need expert legal representation fighting for what you’re entitled to.

As your partners navigating through complex personal injury laws, Carlson Bier emphasizes helping clients gain compensation sufficient enough cater their immediate needs plus future medical expenses associated with spinal cord injuries: surgeries, rehabilitation sessions,and any home modifications required for improved accessibility.

At Carlson Bier our process involves:

• Understanding your story.

• Gathering evidences using surveillance footage or witness interviews if available.

• Collecting medical records, procedure details and cost documentation.

• Thoroughly analyzing all factors contributing to injury event and thereafter.

• Determining liability based on available facts.

• Negotiating aggressively with deeper insights into fair compensation.

• Representing you at trial if required.

Navigating insurance claim processes can be daunting especially post-traumatic events requiring specialized care. Rely on us as your personal injury attorneys who are well versed in handling insurance companies adept at diminishing claims through loopholes or technicalities. While you focus on regaining control of life physically and emotionally, we handle legal hassles ensuring deserving reparation is achieved.

Remember: You’re not alone during this traumatic process filled with unforeseen challenges. The skilled team at Carlson Bier stands by their commitment towards full justice and maximum compensation for victims of spinal cord injuries.

Weren’t planning on speaking to an attorney? We strongly advise everyone involved in such occurrences consider expert legal assistance. It’s crucial that a thorough investigation around circumstances leading to the accident occurs immediately after incident so pertinent information isn’t destroyed or forgotten over time. After experiencing the physical loss followed by financial stressors linked with medical expenditure, you need aggressive advocacy defending your rights against responsible parties or optimized negotiation strategies dealing with insurance firms which is where we step in.

Action needs to be initiated swiftly following any accident resulting in serious personal injuries considering limitation periods dictated under Illinois law where timelines regarding filing lawsuits vary based on type of case, age, and mental state of victim post-incident. Delay might result leads to evidence erosion simultaneously reducing chances of fair compensation achievement.

Proudly located within Illinois jurisdiction limits our esteemed clientele has always admired our transparency standards alongside quick turnarounds offered each case demonstrating treasured quality traits forming parts of Carlson Bier’s work ethics framework across years maintaining unparalleled customer service experience while navigating complex areas surrounding spinal cord injuries laws establishment seamless interconnections between medical understanding versus judicial interpretation for comprehensive case representations.

Embark on your journey to healing and financial relief by clicking the button below. Find out now how much your case could be worth as you pursue justice for wrongful physical, emotional, and economic damage caused through no fault of your own. Let Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys be your guiding compass navigating challenging tides amidst life’s unforeseen storms. Wanted or unwanted: Injuries happen. Reclaiming control of life post adversity must occur in a timely manner encouraging fair compensation is where we shine brightest serving Illinois communities with relentless dedication.

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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 Lockport

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Specializing in legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Offering skilled legal services for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Physician Malpractice

Extending experienced legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Accountability

Handling cases involving defective products, extending adept legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Abuse

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Trip Mishaps

Adept in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking recovery for their damages.

Neonatal Traumas

Providing legal guidance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Accidents

Crashes: Focused on supporting sufferers of car accidents get appropriate remuneration for wounds and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on providing legal services for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Big Rig Crash

Delivering adept legal advice for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just claims for damages.

Construction Site Collisions

Concentrated on assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Head Harms

Dedicated to ensuring expert legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Traumas

Adept at handling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Specializing in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Passing

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and skilled legal services to ensure fairness.

Spine Impairment

Expert in assisting victims with paralysis, offering professional legal support to secure redress.

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