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About Carlson Bier Associates

Facing a spinal cord injury is an overwhelming experience. When it’s caused by someone else’s negligence, the weight of legal matters can add to distress. This is where Carlson Bier steps in: professional, compassionate legal representation focused on providing justice for spinal cord injuries victims throughout McHenry and beyond. Our team masters the intricacies of spinal cord injury cases—understanding the long-term implications of these injuries and assembling solid evidence to build unquestionable arguments. With our personalized approach, we ensure you are not just another case number–you’re at the heart of all we do until your battle ends with fair compensation reflecting what you truly deserve. At Carlson Bier, expertise merges seamlessly with compassion and dedication to uplift those navigating life-altering challenges post-spinal damage—the quintessential choice when seeking a resolute advocate who insists on your rightful settlement or favorable verdicts respecting Illinois guidelines; amplifying our commitment towards justice for everyone bearing physical repercussions from someone else’s wrongdoing- helping them move forward confidently into new chapters of their lives.”

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in McHenry Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law, with considerable expertise in handling cases of Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI). It is our mission to assist and stand by our clients offering comprehensive legal support in the critical phase of their lives after they’ve sustained such an injury.

Spinal cord injuries can be life-altering. They occur as a result of traumatic blows to your spine that fractures, dislocates or crushes your vertebrae—the rounds of bones stacked together that make up your backbone. The aftermath can range from mild disorders affecting motor functionality to severe life-threatening conditions leading up to permanent paralysis.

Key factors associated with SCI:

• An accident involving contact sports, falls, or vehicular collisions could cause spinal cord damage.

• Impact levels vary; some might experience complete loss of strength sensation and body function below the spinal cord level while others might only have partial dysfunction.

• Initial signs include extreme back pain or pressure in your head, neck, or back feeling weakness or numbness in any part of the body etc.

• Long-term consequences involve substantial medical expenses involved with treatment plans including surgeries, physical therapies & medications.

The effects of an SCI reach far beyond just physical difficulties. They impose significant emotional and financial strain on both victims and their loved ones as well. Hence it’s important to understand that if your SCI occurred due to someone else’s recklessness-be it an irresponsible driver or property owner who failed to maintain safety measures- under Illinois law you are entitled for compensation covering not only current but future medical expenses along with lost wages and damages for pain and suffering incurred due to injury.

For over years at Carlson Bier we have been committed towards aggressively defending the rights those injured needlessly owing these adversities using our vast knowledge about complex legal process guiding our clientele through needed legal procedures productively making sure they receive full fair restitution they deserve. Our team prides itself on its successful track record in securing maximum settlement amounts or court verdicts for clients, while offering a personal and compassionate approach to their needs.

If you or your loved one have experienced a spinal cord injury due to another individual’s negligence, it’s important not only to seek immediate medical attention but also consider pursuing legal remedy. We know how overwhelming coping with aftermath of these injuries ca be hence we’re ready take the burden off your shoulders dealing with all legal intricacies allowing you to completely focus on your recovery knowing all your rights are completely protected.

At Carlson Bier, our commitment towards safeguarding the legal rights of those facing SCI goes beyond just filing a lawsuit; we pledge comprehensive support throughout each step navigating the litigation process from start through trial preparation up until settlement discussions as needed making sure best professional guidance are provided no matter what stage in proceedings ensuring clients get thorough justice they deserve.

It is clear that suffering from a Spinal Cord Injury is not easy on anyone, and amid striving for rehabilitation and adjusting to changes in life style, dealing with legal matters may sound daunting. But remember: receiving physician advice can improve physical health whereas seeking an accomplished attorney ensures health of your legal rights both contributing towards better recovery successful future.

Hence whatever circumstances prevail- be it paraplegia or quadriplegia-induced pain loneliness financial worries-if you’ve been victim of another person’s carelessness causing unnecessary hardship don’t hesitate reach out Attorney group at Carlson Bier. Our primary goal remains restoring dignity integrity into lives shaken by SCIs guiding light during challenging times providing stellar optimized solutions promising strong advocacy every step along way.

Please click the button below to find out what compensation may be possible in your case. We ardently believe in delivering justice wherever due, let us fight for yours now! Remember time is essence acting promptly can tilt scales in favor particularly when evidence freshness plays significant role proving liability damages sustained working together let’s turn adversity into victory!

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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 McHenry

Bicycle Crashes

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

Scald Injuries

Providing expert legal services for victims of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Ensuring expert legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Accountability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Aged Neglect

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Slip Occurrences

Skilled in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking restitution for their harm.

Birth Damages

Offering legal assistance for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Collisions

Mishaps: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents secure reasonable settlement for harms and destruction.

Bike Crashes

Specializing in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

18-Wheeler Crash

Extending adept legal representation for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for damages.

Construction Mishaps

Dedicated to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Brain Harms

Expert in extending expert legal services for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at managing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Passing

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and professional legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Damage

Dedicated to supporting clients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal guidance to secure recovery.

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