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About Carlson Bier Associates

Facing a spinal cord injury is a daunting and life-altering experience. Timely legal recourse is imperative, especially when it involves the intricacies of Illinois law. Enter Carlson Bier, your vigilant advocate in such delicate hours. Our expertise hones to personal injury cases specifically associated with spinal cord injuries, making us a premier choice for anyone encountering this type of predicament.

Navigating these complex situations requires not just legal proficiency but empathy and understanding – attributes we proudly embody at Carlson Bier. Cognizant of the emotional toll that accompanies victims and families post-injury we strive to alleviate stress from confronting convoluted laws through our staunch defense tactics.

Our track record depicts countless triumphant verdicts in favor of our clients who were beset by spinal cord injuries due to others’ negligence or deliberate harm. The attorneys at Carlson Bier uphold your rights while avowing accountability on the part of perpetrators; always aiming at procuring maximum compensation relating to medical costs, pain suffering loss wages ensuring optimum justice delivered swiftly effectively expeditiously.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Mansfield Illinois

As Carlson Bier, one of the most reputable personal injury attorneys in Illinois, we bring both our extensive experience and deep appreciation for the nuances of personal injury law to every client’s situation. A particular area of expertise within our firm is representing victims who have sustained debilitating injuries to their spinal cord.

Spinal cord injuries are life-altering events that demand understanding not only on a medical level but also from a legal perspective. As the spine serves as a vital communication route between your brain and body, any damage to this integral structure can drastically impact motor skills, sensation ability, and bodily functions. However, each case is unique—an individual injury varies not only in severity but also its implications on your quality of life.

When analyzing potential compensation claims for those affected by spinal cord injuries, it’s essential to consider key factors like:

• The cause: Understanding what caused your spinal cord injury is crucial in establishing liability. Injuries may be due to car accidents, work-related incidents or slip-and-fall occurrences; establishing fault often defines your case’s success.

• Severity: Spinal cord trauma ranges from incomplete (where some functionality remains) to complete (total incapacitation beneath the injury point). This disparity will greatly affect settlement figures.

• Medical Expenses: Cost considerations should include immediate treatment needs along with future care requirements. Rehabilitation costs could span years—or even a lifetime.

• Loss of Earnings: Many injury survivors cannot return to their former employment—assessments must cover lost wages alongside future income cessation.

• Emotional Trauma: Although difficult to quantify monetarily, emotional trauma forms an integral part of many successful claims.

Appreciating these points provides you with an essential insight into such complex cases—what might seem straightforward initially can rapidly evolve into a situation involving numerous specialists across multiple disciplines. That’s where we come in at Carlson Bier.

After suffering the shock and distress associated with severe physical injuries like those affecting the spinal column, you shouldn’t grapple with the intricacies of personal injury law alone. Our team is committed to ensuring that all victims receive just and reasonable compensation for their injuries, supporting them throughout what can often be a daunting legal process.

Over years of practice in Illinois, we’ve effectively dealt with numerous personal injury cases—ranging from minor accidents causing temporary impairment to major incidents resulting in lifelong disabilities. Regardless of your specific condition or its implications on your lifestyle, Carlson Bier will work tirelessly to ensure your rights are protected and the best possible outcome achieved in court.

Being involved in an accident which results in a spinal cord injury is a traumatic experience; add claiming for damages onto this already stressful situation, can result overwhelming feeling. With our commitment at Carlson Bier, we aim to alleviate some of this burden by providing unrivaled legal service along with compassionate attention to every aspect relating directly or indirectly to your case.

The key strength lies not only within our impressive track record but also lies within our belief that each client deserves personalized advice tailored to their unique circumstances. Translating complicated jargon into easily understood terms is part of our passionate dedication towards our clientele—we help turn seemingly insurmountable legal hurdles into manageable stepping stones guiding you towards justified recompense for your ordeal.

Should you currently find yourself facing this dramatic life change due predominantly or entirely as a consequence of another’s negligence – please do not despair nor refrain from seeking justice. Pondering whether it’s worth pursuing a claim? Wonder no more. To decipher how much potential compensation could be awaiting you following such a harrowing incident—simply click on the button below. By doing so, you’re taking control; arming yourself with invaluable information which could drastically alter the course of not only yours but perhaps even those closest to you, whose lives may have been impacted inadvertently due to your misfortune.

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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 Mansfield

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Proficient in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or risky conditions.

Fire Burns

Giving specialist legal advice for patients of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Healthcare Negligence

Providing expert legal services for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal guidance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Senior Mistreatment

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

Fall & Slip Mishaps

Skilled in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking recovery for their losses.

Neonatal Harms

Supplying legal aid for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Car Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to assisting victims of car accidents secure fair recompense for damages and impairment.

Bike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal assistance for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Big Rig Crash

Ensuring specialist legal services for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for losses.

Building Collisions

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

Cognitive Harms

Focused on extending professional legal assistance for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Focused on legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unjust Fatality

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and expert legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Neural Trauma

Focused on defending clients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal support to secure compensation.

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