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In the event of a spinal cord injury, assert your right to diligent legal representation with Carlson Bier. Our dedicated lawyers offer an unparalleled depth of understanding and expertise regarding spinal cord injuries law in Illinois. While many situations can lead to such devastating injuries – be it automobile accidents, workplace incidents or medical negligence – navigating through the complex process of claims is challenging. However, at Carlson Bier, we see this as our mandate; to guide you every step of the way with clarity and precision.

Our attorneys have honed their skills over years of practice gaining a reputation for showing unwavering dedication to their clients’ needs while staunchly advocating on their behalf until justice is served- no matter what city they are based in!

Choosing Carlson Bier means choosing: expert counsel tailored toward securing maximum compensation; deft negotiation skills exhibited both inside and outside courtroom settings; compassionate support during your recovery period balanced by relentless pursuit against those responsible for your condition.

Trust us! At Carlson Bier — We don’t just fight cases involving Spinal Cord Injuries…we conquer them!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Normal Illinois

Located in the heart of Illinois, Carlson Bier represents clients who have suffered spinal cord injuries due to the negligence of others. Our experienced personal injury attorneys understand the severity and long-term implications these type of injuries can have on an individual’s life. With years of combined experience defending victims and securing damages, we are committed to pursuing justice for you.

Now, let’s delve into the realm of spinal cord injuries. The spine plays a critical role in our health and mobility as it is integral to our central nervous system. Composed of numerous vertebral columns protecting a bundle of nerve fibers, any damage may lead to serious complications or permanent disability.

• An injury here could mean paralysis – either paraplegia (partial paralysis) or quadripegia (complete paralysis).

• Immediate symptoms may include intense pain, loss of sensation or muscle strength.

• Often indirect consequences, such as respiratory problems or issues with bowel and bladder control can occur.

• Manageable but not curable; rehabilitation is crucial yet expensive.

For those who suffer from such injuries due to accidents caused by another party’s recklessness, this compensation requires expertise in navigating legal and medical complexities which Carlson Bier has honed over many successful cases.

Our dedicated attorneys thoroughly investigate each case from obtaining medical reports to consulting expert witnesses ensuring that every factor contributing towards your injury is assessed enabling us win settlements required for cost-intensive treatment plans. We advocate aggressively taking into account future financial requirements like ongoing therapies, assistive equipment and home modifications.

What sets us apart at Carlson Bier?

1. Our customized approach: We understand that no two spinal cord injury cases are alike; hence each strategy will be tailored according your unique circumstances.

2. Unparalleled expertise: With our years’ worth experience we know how best present your case effectively aiming maximum compensation.

3. No upfront fees: Our fees only come out if we secure a settlement for you where you won’t need pay any legal costs if we don’t win your case.

4. Client-centered service: Our commitment to open communication and detailed progress reports ensures you’re always in the know.

We take great pride, not only in our ability to secure optimal results for our clients but also providing them comprehensive information about their spinal cord injury case. At Carlson Bier, we believe it is by empowering our clients with knowledge that they are best prepared to make informed decisions about their future.

Now that you understand more about spinal cord injuries and what actions can be taken after suffering from one because of someone else’s negligence, perhaps you may wonder how much your case might be worth? Instead of making an educated guess or listening to misinformation, the attorneys at Carlson Bier provide a thorough analysis using previous similar settlements as baselines while considering unique factors impacting your case.

By clicking on the button below, we’ll guide you through this complex journey towards receiving maximum compensation. Allow us to help you find justice and peace of mind during this challenging time in your life. With Carlson Bier advocating for you, let us turn tragedy into a testament of resilience and perseverance.

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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 Normal

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Burn Traumas

Extending specialist legal help for patients of major burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Healthcare Malpractice

Extending experienced legal support for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Liability

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering professional legal support to clients affected by faulty goods.

Senior Abuse

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Fall Injuries

Skilled in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking justice for their injuries.

Birth Harms

Delivering legal support for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Crashes: Concentrated on helping sufferers of car accidents secure equitable payout for damages and impairment.

Bike Accidents

Focused on providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Trucking Accident

Extending specialist legal assistance for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for harms.

Building Site Crashes

Focused on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Head Injuries

Specializing in delivering specialized legal assistance for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Skilled in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Demise

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and expert legal representation to ensure fairness.

Spine Injury

Committed to supporting clients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure compensation.

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