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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the daunting reality of a spinal cord injury, place your trust in Carlson Bier. Our adept team specializes in distinctively handling Spinal Cord Injury cases, ensuring you receive substantial legal support during this challenging time. As renowned personal injury attorneys in Illinois, we are distinguished by our commitment to securing deserved compensation and justice for our clients across diverse cities like Lynwood. Harboring extensive experience and functional knowledge of Illinois law, we routinely guide victims through the intricate steps involved; from assessing medical records to meticulous representation at trials. We strive diligently to alleviate stress associated with your claims’ process while persistently focusing on obtaining maximum settlement value for you that reflects both present expenses and future financial needs related with such injuries. Turn towards Carlson Bier’s undisputed excellence – where professional expertise meets empathy – personifying us as your optimal choice when seeking proficient spinal cord injuries lawyer services.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Lynwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our primary focus is helping you navigate through the complexities of personal injury law, particularly in cases involving spinal cord injuries. Our expert team of attorneys based in Illinois is well-versed in this distinct area of law and are dedicated to bringing justice to those affected by such life-altering injuries.

Spinal cord injuries can be a devastating consequence of accidents caused due to negligence or wrongdoing by another party. One key fact about spinal cord injuries that many are unaware of is their potential for permanence. Often, these traumas lead to lifelong paralysis or other debilitating conditions which significantly alter a victim’s quality of life.

The medical costs related to a spinal cord injury could potentially skyrocket into millions over the course of an individual’s lifetime. Aside from direct medical expenses – such as emergency care, rehabilitation treatment, surgeries – secondary costs arise in the form of equipment needed for mobility and daily living assistance. In most scenarios, victims also grapple with loss of income due to reduced capacity or inability to work post-injury.

On a psychological level too, victims confront challenges like mental health issues including depression and anxiety; another hidden but invariably present cost. Bearing this heavy load single-handedly could be overwhelming – and that’s where we step in.

Our role at Carlson Bier extends beyond simply providing legal representation. We aim towards holistic support encompassing medical aid facilitation, compensation negotiation for all tangible and intangible losses suffered by our clients along with guiding them through insurance processes.

Personal Injury Law isn’t just about lawsuits; every case holds behind it an emotional narrative deeply impacting individuals’ lives – something Carlson Bier understands wholeheartedly. With decades worth experience under our belt fighting on behalf our clients suffering from extensive damages resulting out negligent human errors or deliberate misconducts – let us shoulder legal burdens while you focus rest recovery heeling internally externally alike right there beside every step way fight rightful compensation deserve persevering defending your rights relentlessly also ensuring right medical attention comes way possible important note while emphases courtroom representation mainstay prepare clients possibilities inclusive settlements mediation whatever might be best suit individual circumstances.

The tremendous impact of a spinal cord injury is why Carlson Bier works tirelessly to bring our clients the justice they seek and deserve. We strive for maximum compensation to alleviate financial burdens, allowing you, as we’ve done for many before, to focus on recovery rather than worrying about paying your next doctor’s bill or managing household expenses during uncertain times.

In this challenging journey towards fair compensation and justice in the aftermath of a spinal cord injury, knowledge is power. Knowing what you are up against legally and medically empowers you to make informed decisions beneficial in your path towards healing and justice. It’s integral for us that rightful information reaches victims empowering them with needed understanding tools.

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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 Lynwood

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Expert in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Burn Damages

Supplying skilled legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Physician Carelessness

Providing dedicated legal representation for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Obligation

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, supplying specialist legal help to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Senior Misconduct

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Occurrences

Professional in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking redress for their damages.

Newborn Damages

Supplying legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents secure just payout for damages and damages.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Committed to providing representation for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Semi Accident

Delivering specialist legal assistance for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for losses.

Building Site Accidents

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

Brain Traumas

Focused on ensuring compassionate legal services for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Specialized in managing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Specializing in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Unfair Death

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and professional legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Focused on supporting clients with spine impairments, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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