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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you or a loved one endures spinal cord injuries, the aftermath can be incredibly challenging and stressful. Dealing with medical issues is taxing enough; having to take on legal complications as well can be overwhelming. With Carlson Bier by your side, navigating these daunting legal processes becomes smoother and less burdensome. With a deep-rooted commitment to assisting those with spinal cord injuries in North Aurora, our expertise sets us apart from other firms charged with protecting not just your rights but also your future. Our prior success stories bear testament to our dedication toward ensuring that each client receives comprehensive support through this ordeal. Our skilled attorneys have successfully won cases for hundreds of clients struggling with life-altering consequences of spinal cord injuries – we’re ready and willing to fight relentlessly for you too! In-depth knowledge paired with proficient litigation skills makes Carlson Bier the most promising ally for anyone seeking justice related to their spinal cord injury in North Aurora.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in North Aurora Illinois

Understanding the severity and long-term implications of Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs) is crucial for victims to consider legal action. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with a particular focus on SCIs. Our expertise combines vast knowledge with deep experience based right here in Illinois, providing reliable representation for your case.

When it comes to sustaining a spinal cord injury, medical treatment entails much more than immediate attention. Often, living with an SCI involves ongoing physical therapy, psychotherapy, or even home adjustments to accommodate new realities – all accumulating significant costs over time that many insurance companies may not cover entirely.

• Long term care may include equipment such as mobility aids or adapted vehicles.

• Psychotherapeutic treatments are often required due to psychological trauma.

• Home modifications might be needed for accessibility purposes.

At Carlson Bier, our goal is twofold: legally representing your rights and meticulously appraising every element of cost related to treating and managing your SCI condition. This thorough process ensures you get compensated fairly and can move forward without worrying about overwhelming financial burdens.

Moreover, what sets us apart from other law firms is not just our commitment but also our comprehension of disability laws in Illinois. An essential factor yet sometimes overlooked aspect – knowing these laws allows us to extrapolate possibilities within various facets effectively while ensuring maximum compensation for each client’s recovery journey. Therefore:

• Our attorneys painstakingly investigate each case right from where the accident happened

• We closely track changes in Illinois’ law regarding disability compensation

• Every detail gets analyzed carefully considering multiple objectives defined by those laws

Furthermore, Carlson Bier aims at extending beyond pure legal matters by offering emotional support throughout this challenging journey while fighting tirelessly on clients’ behalves against insurance companies trying to compensate less than deserved.

We genuinely express empathy towards all clients experiencing life-altering circumstances due to SCIs; thus:

• We offer free consultations allowing claimants understand their cases’ potential.

• Our expert team works collectively, indicating multiple legal minds dedicated to your case.

• We function on a contingency basis; you only pay if we successfully resolve your claim.

Navigating through the complex labyrinth of personal injury law concerning SCIs can be daunting. Fortunately, you don’t have to do it alone. Partnering with Carlson Bier will allow you access to experienced personal injury attorneys who are well-versed in Illinois laws and procedures, providing you with the best chance of obtaining compensation due for your spinal cord injuries.

We understand that life after suffering an SCI can feel disorientating and uncertain. Every facet of what was once normal becomes colossal challenges – medical costs, physical pain and challenges, emotional trauma – not to mention pursuing a legal claim against responsible parties. Rest assured at Carlson Bier, we consider every detail diligently while ensuring reliable representation irrespective of how complicated or straightforward your claim may appear.

Now is the time to act decisively! Remember that understanding what your case might be worth plays an essential role in getting suitable recovery resources available for future use. Therefore, our team at Carlson Bier gladly invites you to discover more by selecting the button below. Query about your claim’s potential value without any obligations or fees upfront; because everyone deserves justice and the right support during trying moments like these. Allow us to aid in advancing towards a brighter tomorrow bravely following life-altering Spinal Cord Injuries. Let Carlson Bier serve as your guide through this challenging journey toward fair compensation today!

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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 North Aurora

Bicycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Providing specialist legal support for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Hospital Malpractice

Providing dedicated legal assistance for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Responsibility

Taking on cases involving faulty products, supplying specialist legal support to customers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Tumble Incidents

Expert in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Incidents: Concentrated on helping victims of car accidents gain reasonable recompense for injuries and impairment.

Motorcycle Crashes

Specializing in providing legal support for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Semi Crash

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

Building Site Mishaps

Dedicated to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Brain Injuries

Committed to ensuring expert legal advice for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Injuries

Expertise in managing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Committed to legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unjust Passing

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and experienced legal services to ensure compensation.

Neural Harm

Specializing in supporting victims with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal support to secure settlement.

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