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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to spinal cord injuries, the quest for justice can be complicated and emotionally draining. Trusting your case in the capable hands of Carlson Bier brings relief as they are recognized specialists in this area of law. Their legal team is dedicated to serving those affected by these severe injuries, providing comprehensive support throughout every step of the litigation process from gathering evidence to aggressively representing you at trial. Notably committed to their client’s causes and driven by dedication towards obtaining rightful compensation, Carlson Bier’s lawyers have secured a reputation for excellence within national personal injury law circles. Known as tireless advocates who bring empathy and understanding alongside legal expertise into each case handled ensures that the unique intricacies surrounding spinal cord injury claims are addressed thoroughly without overlooking any substantial detail or opportunity crucial to maximizing recovery claims. They provide services across Illinois with conscientious attention and prompt action always being taken on behalf of victims suffering due their circumstances post-injury; hence asserting themselves as prime considerations when searching for optimal representation following such an unfortunate event like a spinal cord injury incident.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Onarga Illinois

As a trusted legal authority in personal injury law, Carlson Bier is wholly committed to serving the needs of individuals across Illinois with unwavering dedication and integrity. Our area of decisiveness and expertise includes an acute understanding of spinal cord injuries – the causes, resultant symptoms, likely prognosis, emotional implications, financial repercussions — all fundamental facets deeply ingrained in our professional ethos.

Spinal cord injuries are complex, catastrophic medical cases that can lead to severe physical and emotional strain. They may cause permanent changes in strength and body sensation leading beneath the site of injury varying greatly among persons affected depending on their trauma level: paraplegia or tetraplegia may ensue resulting in total or partial paralysis. Advancements in modern medicine have certainly improved survival rates and recovery possibilities; however, rehabilitation processes can be arduous requiring continuous long-term care potentially causing great financial hardship.

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe it essential for you to understand what you are up against as our client when confronted with spinal cord injuries scenarios:

• Severity: Spinal cord damage can range from mild (bruising or inflammation) to more severe (tears or severed spinal cord), drastically affecting your quality of life.

• Medical Causes: Injuries may stem from various incidents like falls, car accidents or sports-related mishaps.

• Legal Claims: If your injury was caused by a third party’s negligence then a personal injury claim could be pursued legally.

• Treatment Costs: Emergency services, hospital stay costs along with extended treatment regimes which include physiotherapy and surgeries should ideally be factored into monetary claims.

Our team at Carlson Bier employs strategic methods rooted heavily in evidence-based legal representation ardently advocating for maximum compensation possible under Illinois Law. Our adeptness lies not merely within the confines of courtroom litigation but also encompasses negotiation skills ensuring fair settlement before resorting to trial; an ability providing significant relief given potential court proceedings duration.

Furthermore, team Carlson Bier has fine-tuned their craft working on landmark cases that have reshaped the very landscape of personal injury law. With every case, we bring not just our vast experience but also uphold a compassionate understanding towards all victims and their families, providing them with empathetic yet expert guidance during their difficult hour.

Being aware of spinal cord injuries and their impact enables those affected to prepare adequately for life post-accident; an important aspect whereby Carlson Bier’s services become vital. We don’t merely offer legal advice; rather, we stand by your side reaffirming your rights ensuring you withstand this life-altering situation fortified with knowledge and rightful compensation.

Your fight is our mission. Advocacy through compassion is more than a tagline to us – it’s a pledge upheld passionately in defending the rights of the injured across Illinois because we understand justice cannot delay when lives are upset by misfortune.

Now if you feel burdened or confused about how to navigate this overwhelming situation of coping with spinal cord injuries, don’t fret! You need not carry these burdens alone. Connect with us at Carlson Bier where experienced legal care awaits ready to guide you each step translating complex legalese into clear explicable terms allowing informed decisions throughout proceedings.

Take that first step now – clicking on the button below aids determining what value your case brings relieving doubt while igniting hope promoting an empowering move towards recovery. Facing adversity becomes less daunting once you approach it well-equipped assisted by professionals who genuinely care for your welfare as much as you do.

At Carlson Bier, YOU matter most attesting why we remain steadfast in bringing expert legal service closer encompassing all aspects concerning spinal cord injury claims. Trust us! Odd defying results are achievable when teamed up with specialists who blend skillful expertise along with unyielding commitment turning odds in favor.

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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 Onarga

Bicycle Incidents

Focused on legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or dangerous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Extending skilled legal support for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Providing expert legal representation for victims affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Liability

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, offering adept legal services to consumers affected by defective items.

Senior Neglect

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

Fall & Tumble Injuries

Skilled in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking compensation for their harm.

Infant Traumas

Providing legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Crashes: Focused on helping patients of car accidents obtain equitable remuneration for wounds and damages.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Truck Incident

Extending professional legal services for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for losses.

Building Site Accidents

Concentrated on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to extending dedicated legal assistance for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Wounds

Adept at tackling cases for individuals who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Jogger Accidents

Expert in legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unjust Demise

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and adept legal representation to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Specializing in representing clients with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal assistance to secure justice.

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