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About Carlson Bier Associates

Carlson Bier is a distinguished personal injury law firm with considerable experience in handling the gravity of Spinal Cord Injuries claims. As proven advocates, we’re skilled at effectively acknowledging the severity of your situation and navigating complex litigation processes on your behalf. We understand that sustaining such injuries destabilizes not only your health but also livelihood and quality of life; hence our commitment to tirelessly fight for rightful compensation commensurate to these setbacks. Personalized attention and factual accuracy are pillars Carlson Bier embraces when pursuing spinal cord injury cases, ensuring our clients feel heard, understood, and represented sincerely. Moreover, our attorneys combine vast knowledge about Illinois’ legal landscape within this specialized domain with proficient negotiation abilities thereby nurturing an environment conducive for success in every unique case entrusted to us. Let Carlson Bier be your confidante on this journey toward recovery – we stand ready as dedicated legal allies willing to enforce justice so you can focus entirely on rehabilitation without worrying about financial pressures due spillage from the unfortunate events occurred..

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Northlake Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we take great pride in being at the forefront of personal injury law representation within Illinois, specifically leveraging our extensive expertise in handling cases related to Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs). As deeply compassionate personal injury attorneys, we firmly believe that understanding is strength – that it is fundamental for clients and their families to comprehend the intricacies around SCIs. A spinal cord injury can alter your life radically and abruptly; it is an internal trauma that affects the nerves inside the vertebral canal which carries signals back and forth between your body and brain.

In essence, there are two types of SCI – Complete & Incomplete. A complete SCI results in a total loss of sensation and muscle function below the level of the injury, while with an incomplete one, you retain some sensory or motor function. The severity ranges from numbness or paralysis to respiratory problems. A few key points everyone should be aware include:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents causes almost half of SCIs.

• Falls, acts of violence like gunshot wounds, sports/recreational activities contribute significantly too.

• These traumas set off inflammation processes which compound damage over hours/days.

• Immediate medical attention can better outcomes dramatically.

Our legal team specialises in securing fair compensation – helping you cover everything from medical bills to lost wages or disability costs arising due to such debilitating injuries. Besides offering preliminary consultation free of charge, we operate on contingency fees basis- which simply means if we don’t win your case, you owe us nothing.

Additionally, as true advocates for victims’ rights under tort laws pertaining to physical harm inflicted by another party’s negligence or intentional wrongdoing – we also offer comprehensive legal services aimed at holding accountable those responsible for your spinal cord injuries.

Navigating these waters can often feel overwhelming especially amid coping with pain & lifestyle adjustments post-injury. At Carlson Bier though, our aim remains consistent- easing this process for you as much as possible. Our attorneys will meticulously investigate your case to gather all crucial evidence, collaboratively strategizing the most effective course of action – be it negotiation or ultimately proceeding to trial.

Moreover, we also believe in partnering with medical experts and rehabilitation specialists who can testify about your injury adding credibility and strength to your claim. They can help demystify complex matters for jury – making them understand the extent of your pain, your loss (psychologically, physically) – which can decisively swing case outcomes in favor of victims & their families.

Based in Illinois, though not Northlake based specifically since it remains against state law to falsely advertise an office location, Carlson Bier team nonetheless accommodates requests from clients across various cities within our historic Prairie State. Distance does not deter us from pursuing justice for you; Your peace of mind is our steadfast commitment regardless of where you call home!

To wrap up on a significant note: while SCIs might seem like ending chapters- life does go on and it needn’t lose any of its worthiness because “No matter what happens in life, be good to people…”. It’s that legal spirit anchored in empathy that defines Carlson Bier’s approach amidst navigating these tough terrains together with you.

Could this expert legal representation make a difference? We encourage you to click on the button below. Let’s ascertain what’s your rightful compensation looks like; let’s unveil how much YOUR case is worth 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 Northlake

Bicycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Scald Damages

Offering skilled legal services for victims of intense burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Hospital Misconduct

Extending professional legal representation for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Obligation

Handling cases involving faulty products, supplying specialist legal guidance to victims affected by harmful products.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Slip Incidents

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking recovery for their suffering.

Infant Wounds

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Incidents: Focused on aiding sufferers of car accidents obtain fair remuneration for wounds and destruction.

Motorcycle Crashes

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

Trucking Crash

Providing experienced legal advice for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for losses.

Building Crashes

Engaged in advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Head Traumas

Focused on ensuring expert legal services for patients suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Death

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and professional legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Neural Impairment

Expert in supporting individuals with paralysis, offering dedicated legal services to secure settlement.

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