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About Carlson Bier Associates

When spinal cord injuries turn your life upside down, Carlson Bier provides the resilient pursuit of justice you deserve. As expert attorneys specializing exclusively in personal injury law, our outstanding track record centers around representing clients with spinal cord afflictions across Illinois – particularly in Mahomet and its neighboring districts. Intricate legal procedures can be overwhelming, especially when nursing significant health setbacks. The strength of our advocacy lies not only in vast legal knowledge but also deep empathy towards victims grappling with such life-changing impairments. More than just lawyers; we’re dedicated partners by your side: ensuring that insurance companies assign maximum value to your claims and fighting doggedly to secure optimum financial relief for matters like medical bills, rehabilitation costs or potential loss of income amidst these challenging circumstances. In a realm where experience and specialisation matter significantly, trusting Carlson Bier means engaging an attorney group that genuinely distinguishes itself as a prime choice for those seeking highly skilled advocates related to spinal cord injuries cases.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Mahomet Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we fully understand the significant challenges and life changes that stem from a spinal cord injury. Our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys is committed to serving our clients with expert legal advice and representation during these tough times. Count on us as your trusted Illinois partners in securing rightful compensation for the physical, emotional, and financial hardships you are enduring due to a debilitating spinal cord injury.

Spinal cord injuries can be either complete or incomplete. A complete injury leaves total loss of sensory and motor function below the level of the injury whereas an incomplete one retains some level of functioning below this area. Regardless, these injuries often result in paralysis or impaired ability to move and feel sensations. Furthermore, they affect more than just the victim’s mobility; individuals affected by such injuries may also suffer respiratory problems, reduced bladder control, and other secondary complications which necessitate ongoing medical treatment.

▪ Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries

The ramifications of a spinal cord injury aren’t limited solely to physical inconvenience—they’re exceedingly complex affecting multiple facets of your life. Countless spinal cord victims experience learning difficulties coupled with escalated emotions which stem from lifestyle adjustments post-injury.

▪ Proving Liability

Demonstrating how another party’s neglectful actions inflicted your severe injury is imperative in ensuring you secure appropriate compensation.

▪ Investigating Financial Loss

An estimation of past medical costs plus evaluation of potential future expenses (both economic & non-economic) forms an integral part our comprehensive counsel services.

Our seasoned personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier specialize in representing individuals burdened with catastrophic injuries like those involving the spine. As aggressive advocates for our clients’ rights under Illinois law—we work tirelessly not only pursue maximum compensation but to further improve their quality life given changed circumstances due this serious health condition too.

It is important note here that when handling matters pertaining sensitive nature trauma-associated cases particularly related serious ailments such as spinal cord conditions strict attention paid all relevant details stands utmost importance us because we know well outcome your lawsuit can greatly influence rest life’s trajectory.

Furthermore, our team is committed to ensuring that you are adequately compensated for all damages caused by a third party’s negligence. This includes compensation for immediate and future medical bills, loss of income or earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional trauma, costs of rehabilitation and physiotherapy treatments; amongst others.

Any victims dealing with spinal cord injuries should find solace knowing they have the support from skilled experts like those at Carlson Bier law firm who understand the necessity of obtaining financial respite in order to accommodate lifestyle modifications often required following such grievous injuries.

If you’re grappling with the aftermath of a devastating spinal cord injury inflicted because of another individual’s reckless or negligent conduct—we implore you not to bear this hardship alone. Our experienced lawyers at Carlson Bier will devote themselves wholeheartedly to ensuring justice is served and that you receive rightful recompense.

We invite you now—learn more about how we can assist during this overwhelming period so take advantage click on button below promptly discover what your case might be worth as per Illinois Law while providing reassurance guidance through litigation process ensuing from unfortunate incident leading dangerous spinal cord damage. Together fighting for your rights – let’s claim victory over adversity together!

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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 Mahomet

Bike Incidents

Proficient in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Providing professional legal support for victims of major burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Physician Misconduct

Offering specialist legal representation for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Obligation

Addressing cases involving problematic products, offering adept legal help to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Abuse

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Fall Incidents

Adept in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking compensation for their harm.

Infant Wounds

Extending legal aid for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Accidents

Crashes: Committed to supporting sufferers of car accidents secure reasonable recompense for injuries and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Specializing in providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Trucking Mishap

Delivering professional legal advice for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Worksite Accidents

Dedicated to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Expert in ensuring dedicated legal advice for clients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Proficient in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Committed to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Undeserved Death

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and professional legal assistance to ensure justice.

Spine Damage

Committed to assisting victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal assistance to secure settlement.

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