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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with a spinal cord injury, you need an advocate who understands the complexities of your case. That’s where Carlson Bier comes in. We are dedicated to serving victims of such injuries, steadfastly helping families navigate through challenging times by pursuing just compensation. Our expert attorneys at Carlson Bier shine amidst Illinois-based law firms due to their intensive knowledge and remarkable experience handling spinal cord injury lawsuits.

We profoundly comprehend how life-altering these injuries can be– causing pain and suffering physically, emotionally, and financially. As your legal allies, we pledge diligent assistance to secure all vital resources that foster recovery as much as possible.

In choosing us for representation concerning Spinal Cord Injuries cases in Moweaqua or its environs; our firm brings more than comprehensible skills but also offers personalized service precisely tailored to address each client’s unique needs intricately.

Thousands have preferred us not simply because we excel legally but primarily for our compassionate understanding of what they’re going through during such grievous circumstances—the core reason why every resident contemplating on seeking professional help should opt for Carlson Bier: Your reliable partner towards attaining justice.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Moweaqua Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexities of spinal cord injuries and the devastating impact they can have on one’s life. Spinal cord injuries are severe and life-changing events that often result in partial or full paralysis. Consequently, it influences not only an individual’s physical well-being but financial stability as well due to overwhelming medical bills.

Our core mission at Carlson Bier is to help individuals navigate through these complicated medical-legal issues effectively. We aspire to provide valuable counsel to our clients while educating them about their rights and potential compensation they may be entitled to under Illinois law.

Delving into what a spinal cord injury encompasses— It classifies under two broad categories: ‘Complete’ and ‘Incomplete.’ A complete injury results in total loss of all motor function below the level of the injury, whereas an incomplete injury refers when some neurological function is still intact.

Further, here are key factors linked with such incidents:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents: These cause approx 38% of all spinal cord injuries.

• Falls: Particularly amongst elderly people aged above 65 years, falls contribute to more than 30% cases.

• Violence:The proportion of violence-related spinal injuries has decreased significantly over the years.

• Sports Injuries: Around 9% cases come from sports activities resulting in this condition.

Intriguingly, symptoms such as lack of coordination or balance, difficulty walking or breathing, intense back pain etc., might only occur after weeks following the initial accident trauma – making early detection vitally crucial.

Spinal cord injuries accrue medical costs for surgeries and post-hospital rehabilitative care ranging from $350,000 to over a million dollars during the victim’s first year post-injury. Over time these expenses multiply exponentially depending upon variables like age at injury onset and severity levels – heightening stress besides already existing discomfort brought by physical ailments.

Carlson Bier steps in here – leveraging vast knowledge along with multi-decade experience specializing in personal injury law. We help victims obtain maximum possible reimbursement from insurance companies for medical bills, rehabilitation costs, loss of income compensation, as well as pain and suffering indemnity.

Our dedicated team collaboratively works to ensure maximum claim recovery while offering compassionate legal support – understanding these cases go beyond the realm of just legal battles but also entail personal trauma that extends to families.

Having a seasoned lawyer on your side remains vital when dealing with complex spinal cord injury cases. Such injuries frequently involve extensive negotiation with health care providers or insurance companies to secure fair indemnification – precisely where Carlson Bier’s expertise serves indispensable.

Our primary objective is not only recovering what you rightfully deserve financially but equally assisting you in gaining a semblance of pre-accident life order by ensuring applicable long-term care rights are availed effectively.

Taking into consideration our role as your steadfast partner through this demanding journey, we encourage you to know more about how we could facilitate ease in this challenging circumstance. Here at Carlson Bier, each client holds immense significance– thus fortifying our commitment towards delivering optimal results towards meeting justice.

Remember: Knowledge empowers. So enlighten yourself! Click on the button below to find out how much your case may be worth and let us help light the path towards financial restitution and recuperation. Accessible always, Carlson Bier functions relentlessly in safeguarding your legal rights while encouraging optimal recovery both physically and fiscally across Illinois.

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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 Moweaqua

Cycling Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Flame Injuries

Offering expert legal help for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Physician Malpractice

Providing specialist legal support for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Fault

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal help to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Misconduct

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

Stumble & Trip Injuries

Professional in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking justice for their damages.

Birth Wounds

Extending legal assistance for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Mishaps: Concentrated on guiding individuals of car accidents obtain fair remuneration for wounds and losses.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Expert in providing legal support for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Truck Incident

Offering adept legal support for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for hurts.

Construction Accidents

Committed to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Head Harms

Expert in offering dedicated legal representation for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Expertise in handling cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Committed to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Wrongful Loss

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Backbone Damage

Committed to representing persons with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure recovery.

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