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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you or a loved one have sustained a spinal cord injury due to another’s negligence, selecting the right attorney can make all the difference. Trust Carlson Bier, Illinois’ premier choice in spinal cord injuries representation. With extensive experience and comprehensive knowledge of personal injury law, we endeavor to deliver top-notch legal assistance that enables our clients to focus on their recovery instead of intricate paperwork and negotiations. In addition, unlike some firms with only general practice attorneys on staff, Carlson Bier boasts specialized expertise in handling complex cases related to spinal cord injuries—providing detailed attention that ensures your case is managed competently and professionally for optimal results. The path toward justice begins by finding an experienced advocate who understands your unique situation as thoroughly as we do at Carlson Bier. Through unwavering dedicationimenteddednesssbyterianenceilients’staincordnjuryiving letributeusticiempassionates

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Oak Park Illinois

At the prestigious law firm of Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury litigation. Our attorneys boast decades of collective experience assiduously representing victims of accidents and negligence leading to spinal cord injuries across Illinois.

Spinal cord injuries are damages that can significantly impact a person’s mobility and sensation, disconnecting the pathway between their brain and body. They often result as a consequence of vehicle collisions, slip and fall incidents, sports mishaps, or during medical surgeries gone wrong. Despite its severe consequences, such unfortunate events can uproot lives without any warning leaving victims helpless.

Within these traumatic realms lies a spectrum of injury severity – either complete or incomplete. Complete spinal cord injuries describe instances where there is an absolute loss of function below the injury level while incomplete injuries witness partial preservation ensuing in remaining sensations or movements beneath the affected area.

The aftermath post-injury can be overwhelming given not only with physical pain but emotional trauma accompanied by mounting medical bills. While no one should have to endure this kind of ordeal alone, it becomes vital to comprehend your legal rights and potential financial compensation avenues you may pursue under Illinois’ specific laws dedicated for personal injury cases.

Key Points about Spinal Cord Injuries:

– Severe form of physical trauma that drastically affects quality life

– Often caused by vehicular accidents, falls or medical malpractice

– Can manifest as either complete or incomplete type

– Emotional distress coupled with rising healthcare expenses

At Carlson Bier, our team diligently supports survivors navigating through these turbulent times helping them get what they justly deserve. We seek justice on behalf of our clients striving to ensure responsible parties are held accountable for their actions causing grievous harm.

Given each case has unique elements demanding tailored strategies – thorough investigation forms the backbone aiding us build compelling arguments. Predominantly focusing on eyewitness accounts if available along with medical records helps establish the severity and causal relationship between incident inflicted due to third party’s negligence leading directly to suffering. All these collectively assist in painting a holistic picture, crucial for recovery of damages proportionate to your physical and emotional distress endured.

Our firm champions strong advocacy navigating through legal complexities guiding you step by step from consultation till closure offering unparalleled service. Endowed with vast knowledge about spinal cord injuries, Carlson Bier adopts aggressive litigation techniques without losing empathy for their clients’ dreadful experience.

Getting through this traumatizing phase might seem daunting initially but remember – we are here committed to facing all odds on your behalf. Our dedicated team leaves no stone unturned striving to present every evidential support driving towards successful results leaving you one less thing to worry about while focusing on the most valuable aspect – your healing process.

You’ve already been through enough – it’s time justice is served giving you hope paving way towards new beginnings albeit different. You deserve not just quality legal representation but compassionate guidance too making an inevitable difference during such challenging junctures helping restore faith in life again.

Remember spinal cord injury cases aren’t won overnight. It requires arduous effort, patience and resilience alike nurturing constructive engagement throughout each stage of trial if unavoidable ensuring we’re covering all bases meticulously empowering you feeling confident walking into the courtroom or settlement negotiation table respectably without being intimidated or overwhelmed.

As personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier based in Illinois, we are bound by professional ethics maintaining utmost honesty respecting rules governing our profession always serving with integrity. Rest assured knowing that partnering us assures meticulous representation devotedly administered under defined guidelines diligently.

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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 Oak Park

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Proficient in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Supplying expert legal assistance for victims of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

Extending dedicated legal services for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, providing expert legal support to customers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Misconduct

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Stumble Mishaps

Expert in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking justice for their injuries.

Childbirth Damages

Extending legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Committed to helping clients of car accidents get reasonable recompense for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal support for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Big Rig Crash

Ensuring expert legal services for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for losses.

Worksite Mishaps

Engaged in defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cognitive Damages

Expert in providing expert legal representation for persons suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Traumas

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

Foot-traveler Collisions

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

Wrongful Passing

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and professional legal services to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Expert in advocating for patients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal representation to secure redress.

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