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Entrust your Spinal Cord Injuries legal battle to Carlson Bier, the renowned personal injury law firm. Specializing in complex and compelling cases related to spinal cord injuries, our formidable attorneys are experts in navigating through Illinois State laws ensuring you receive just compensation for your pain bother physical and emotional. Our experience paves way for favorable outcomes – we’ve earned a reputation as staunch advocates who relentlessly seek justice for individuals afflicted with life-altering spinal cord traumas. At Carlson Bier, we value individual narrative; every case matters – because behind each case is a person whose life has been abruptly altered. We’re skilled at assembling comprehensive evidence, pinpointing liable parties while holding them accountable, thus efficiently stitching together strategic plans that meet clients’ unique needs without compromising legal integrity or ethical boundaries. Mattoon residents looking for high caliber representation can trustfully place their confidence on us as committed allies during these trying periods of their lives.Carlson Bier – defending those reviled by fate’s injustice; lending voice to suffering muted by trauma!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Mattoon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our formidable team of seasoned personal injury attorneys takes the unique challenges posed by spinal cord injuries seriously. Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs) often result from sudden accidents or wrongful actions leading to life-altering physical limitations and emotional trauma. Whenever you face such distressing circumstances in Illinois, you can count on our unparalleled legal expertise to help secure fair compensation for your pain and suffering.

For many affected individuals, SCIs do not just implicate severe medical conditions but also bring unprecedented financial burdens due to escalating healthcare costs. The good news is that victims of negligent or deliberate conduct causing spinal injury have a right under Illinois law to claim extensive damages covering their expenses for treatment and rehabilitation, earning losses, pain and suffering, quality-of-life changes along with other possible repercussions.

The pathway to securing fair compensatory benefits starts with understanding several key aspects regarding spinal cord injuries:

– Recognizing Types: Spinal Cord Injuries are broadly classified into two categories; complete and incomplete. Complete SCI results in total loss of sensory and motor functions below the damage site, while an incomplete one causes partial loss.

– Comprehending Symptoms: It’s essential to know that symptoms vary depending upon the type and gravity of SCI which could range from chronic backache, altered sensations, impaired movement control down to debilitating respiratory difficulties.

– Learning Causes: SCIs frequently occur due to unforeseen mishaps like road accidents or slip-fall incidents but it might even correlate closely with deliberate harm incidents involving crime or abuse.

Remember that knowing these facets goes a long way towards comprehending your current predicament brought forth by an SCI incident. Moreover, this knowledge can be pivotal when liaising with your attorney at Carlson Bier Group during your case evaluation process as it aids in seeking focused justice for your specific situation.

Medical science has taken significant strides over the years enhancing recovery outcomes following SCIs through state-of-the-art treatments ranging from high-end medication, progressive surgical procedures to targeted physiotherapy. Yet as a victim, understanding that even the most advanced treatments might not fully restore your pre-injury lifestyle is crucial. That’s precisely where our highly-qualified legal team enters the scenario. Armed with the in-depth knowledge of SCI cause-effects and regularly updated on Illinois’ personal injury law landscape, we leave no stone unturned in fighting for your rightful claims.

So how does Carlson Bier champion your cause? Prioritizing a compassionate yet tenacious approach, we efficiently dissect complex layers enveloping your SCI case. By investing substantial time into reviewing medical reports and scrutinizing all potential evidence pieces related to accidents or misconduct leading to SCIs, we ensure no critical detail slips under the radar.

Moreover, with several years of courtroom experience up our sleeves coupled with an excellent network of medical experts, accident reconstruction consultants and vocational analysts lending their expertise to reinforce our clients’ cases, you can rest assured knowing that Carlson Bier has got you covered at every step.

We comprehend how daunting pursuing lawsuits might seem when dealing with recovery from a severe spinal injury. Thusly we strive to ensure simplified proceedings through transparent communication at all stages accompanied by empathetic support whenever needed. The bottom line is – when representing victims seeking due justice following serious spinal injuries across Illinois; client welfare remains foremost for us at Carlson Bier Group.

Struggling with pain brought forth by spinal cord injuries needn’t translate into financial strain or resource drain forever. With diligent legal representation from Carlson Bier group catering specifically towards securing optimized damages claim amounts; there sure lies a ray of hope despite challenging times! Are you curious about determining what adjustments compensation amounts could make across various life facets post suffering an unfortunate SCI incident? We invite you to click on the button below now – revealing just how much your individual case might rack up in terms of its worth concerning compensatory benefits destined rightfully towards supporting you during this difficult life phase.

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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 Mattoon

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Fire Damages

Giving professional legal support for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Clinical Malpractice

Ensuring specialist legal support for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Liability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, supplying professional legal guidance to customers affected by defective items.

Elder Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Fall Incidents

Expert in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking recovery for their damages.

Birth Harms

Supplying legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Collisions: Committed to helping patients of car accidents receive reasonable payout for hurts and losses.

Motorcycle Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal services for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing expert legal support for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for losses.

Construction Site Accidents

Engaged in advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Neurological Injuries

Committed to providing compassionate legal services for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Injuries

Proficient in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Expert in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Undeserved Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Injury

Specializing in advocating for persons with spine impairments, offering expert legal services to secure justice.

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