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At Carlson Bier, our deep-rooted commitment is to victims of Spinal Cord Injuries. Having served the people of Illinois proudly, we have honed expertise in handling complex litigation surrounding spine injury cases. Our reputation as leading spinal cord injuries attorneys stems from a record for obtaining substantial compensation for our clients, demonstrating proficiency in both intricate medical and legal aspects. Built on empathy and professionalism, we are dedicated to easing your challenges during overwhelming circumstances by working tirelessly towards seeking justice on your behalf. Although not based locally in Lyons but always within reach digitally or physically throughout Illinois state ensuring comprehensive representation regardless of location barriers because that’s what champions do – overcome hurdles! Our dedication positions us distinctly amidst numerous personal injury lawyer firms; we place you at the center of all proceedings providing personalized attention consistently aligning with your best interests and overall aspirations for recovery and restitution. Consider securing unmatched representation by opting for Carlson Bier as a spinal cord injuries attorney firm – effective advocacy coupled with compassionate service is simply one decision away.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Lyons Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our primary focus lies in delivering comprehensive legal services for individuals who have suffered spinal cord injuries. As leading personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we consistently go above and beyond to assert your rights and negotiate an optimal settlement to help expedite your recovery.

A spinal cord injury is a severe medical condition resulting from damage to the spinal cord itself or surrounding bones, tissues, or blood vessels. These types of injuries are often caused by a sudden traumatic blow that can leave the individual with symptoms ranging from pain and discomfort through to paralysis or even loss of sensation. Regardless of how minor or major the accident was that led to such life-changing consequences, it’s crucial you have expert legal representation on your side.

We understand fully that living with a spinal cord injury is far from easy. Medical bills pile up quickly; there’s potential income loss due to rehabilitation and oftentimes permanent adjustments must be made to accommodate reduced mobility. Compounding this emotional strain is understanding how Illinois law applies to your case.

Noteworthy points about spinal cord injuries include:

• They often occur as a result of accidents but could also be linked back to premises liability cases.

• A complete Spinal Cord Injury means total paralysis while an incomplete one results in partial movement capabilities.

• Roughly 40% percent of all new Spinal Cord Injuries each year are directly attributable to vehicle crashes.

With facts like these providing insight into its complexity, at Carlson Bier we provide assistance across every step for those dealing with this challenging time by undertaking investigations alongside trained medical professionals and leveraging decades-long relationships built within the insurance industry.

Our firm covers various aspects related solely to personal injury law-based practice which includes workplace accidents involving worker compensation claims, product liability cases involving consumer protection laws and slip-and-fall incidents associated with premise liability laws.

The key objective remains consistent; offering tailored advice concerning legal matters arising out of traumatic experiences so you can navigate the complexities of Illinois law with ease.

Data shows that average settlements for Spinal Cord Injuries will vary depending on specifics related to each incident. Nevertheless, taking legal recourse is always necessary in personal injury cases to better safeguard your best interest ensuring due and fair compensation for all medical treatments, physical therapies, surgeries or any long-term care required as a manifestation of such injuries.

Working together we aim at understanding every unique aspect associated with spinal cord injury cases, use this information toward developing a comprehensive defense strategy bringing forth result-oriented litigation tools increasing your chances towards winning a favorable verdict concerning the personal injury case.

Moreover aside from efficient client representation during trials, pre-trial and post-trial hearings Carlson Bier houses an extensive team providing specialized assistance helping clients understand processes pertaining to out-of-court settlement negotiations presenting compelling evidence making sure clients make informed decisions leading them closest possible towards achieving desired results wherever suitable recovering damages appropriately compensating pain and suffering endured as victims living through unfortunate accidents critical health conditions altering day-to-day life consequently.

Our strategic objective remains very clear: provide high-quality legal service at every stage solidifying firm commitments boosting representational credibility transparently navigating judicial process comprehensively guiding individuals involved in grave circumstances no matter however tragic their situations might appear capitalizing available resources efficiently serving justice pleading rights doing utmost shielding clients from undue pressures.

In having endured a spinal cord injury, it begs think about how different the world must seem now – but you needn’t face all these hurdles alone. At Carlson Bier, we advocate powerfully on behalf of our clients who unfortunately find themselves pitted against entities that may wish to compromise their claim’s worth or purposefully undercompensate them- something Iowa law explicitly declares as illegal.

As experts dedicated to supporting you in your fight for justice and rightful compensation – after all you deserve nothing less than the full recompense lawful within Illinois boundaries – why wait? Click on the button below right now to find out how much your case may be worth. Allow us to be your legal lifeline in this challenging journey and take the first step towards regaining control of your life today.

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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 Lyons

Cycling Accidents

Focused on legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Flame Damages

Supplying professional legal assistance for victims of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Physician Incompetence

Ensuring expert legal representation for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Obligation

Taking on cases involving problematic products, extending specialist legal assistance to customers affected by harmful products.

Senior Malpractice

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Stumble Incidents

Adept in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking restitution for their losses.

Birth Wounds

Providing legal aid for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Collisions

Incidents: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents gain appropriate settlement for harms and harm.

Motorcycle Collisions

Specializing in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Semi Crash

Offering adept legal advice for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for harms.

Construction Site Collisions

Engaged in advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Cerebral Harms

Expert in providing dedicated legal services for patients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Expert in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and expert legal representation to ensure redress.

Backbone Impairment

Expert in representing patients with paralysis, offering expert legal assistance to secure settlement.

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