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About Carlson Bier Associates

For those residing in Orangeville dealing with the aftermath of a debilitating Spinal Cord Injury (SCI), Carlson Bier has established itself as a fervent advocate for victim rights. With vast legal expertise specifically in matters related to SCIs, our recognized attorneys are proficient at navigating complex medical-legal issues, ensuring you receive appropriate compensation for your injuries. Specializing exclusively in personal injury law and drawing from years of experience serving clients across Illinois, we employ robust investigation techniques that leave no stone unturned while building your case. We understand every SCI case is unique – it could arise from auto accidents, falls or sports mishaps; therefore our counsel is tailored to suit individual requirements and circumstances expeditiously recovering compensations ideally covering medical bills, therapy costs or loss of wages due to disability. Trusting Carlson Bier’s personalized assistance translates into dedicated commitment towards seeking justice regardless of the complexity involved in your Spinal Cord Injury lawsuit making us a reliable choice among injury victims.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Orangeville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are deeply committed to providing the best possible representation for victims of spinal cord injuries. Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) is an unfortunate event that can alter one’s life dramatically. An injury of this magnitude often involves persistent pain and suffering, exorbitant medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, loss of income, and a myriad range of emotional ramifications.

When it comes to SCI, our cornerstone principle at Carlson Bier is education. Understanding your injury lays the groundwork for successful litigation. The spinal cord which encloses nerves responsible for communication between the brain and body is divided into four sections: cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacral. Damage to any part severely impairs mobility or feeling in associated areas of physiology leading to tetraplegia/quadriplegia or paraplegia respectively.

• Tetraplegia/ Quadriplegia refers to impairment in arms, hands, trunk legs plus pelvic organs due to damage caused within the neck region.

• Paraplegia results from damages lower on spine drastically affecting body movement below waist.

Comprehending these terms aids in an accurate expression of injury details when discussing your case with a legal counsel as ours at Carlson Bier.

Alongside gaining awareness about SCI types post-incident aspects deserve attention too:

• Prompt Action: It’s imperative to take prompt action in filing your claim since Illinois operates under Statute of Limitations stipulating maximum timeframe for litigation.

• Comparative negligence: Additionally bear in mind Illinois’ Comparative Negligence law advocating reduction in compensation proportionate with our client’s contributory fault percentage

Recognizing these key facts paints a broader picture about what clients are stepping into when undertaking an SCI lawsuit ensuring they feel informed and supported throughout their journey toward obtaining due justice.

Our highly competent team at Carlson Bier has been consistently excelling against insurance companies who undervalue SCI claims by deploying aggressive yet empathetic lawyer consultation methodologies. By way of our dedication, proficiency, and deep-rooted ethics, we have established a sturdy precedent within Illinois’ legal landscape commanding respect from peers alike.

Securing the services of proficient personal injury attorneys like ours at Carlson Bier brings manifold benefits to your case:

• We provide free consultation sessions for potential clients to assess viability and strength of their claims.

• Our experienced lawyers work in achieving a fair settlement before taking matters to court which can be an expensive undertaking

• In the likelihood that trial becomes inevitable rest assured as our track record in courtroom victories stands unrivaled

Unquestionably injuries resulting from SCI impact a person physically emotionally as well as financially. When tragedy strikes unexpectedly, it is all too usual to feel overwhelmed. From timely medical attention to coming terms with life-altering consequences therein lies the struggle between recovery and justice reckoning. This time calls for not just any law firm but one like Carlson Bier; robust enough in its constitution to wage battle against injustice while tending heartfelt empathy toward affected lives making pivotal difference in their respective rehabilitation journeys.

Just underneath here, you will find a button offering you an instant estimation about how much your lawsuit might accrue-in so far solidifying your next step toward justice. This tool entails strict privacy protection measures ensuring confidentiality concerning sensitive data submitted by users without exception. So why wait? Take this opportunity now because understanding your claim’s worth forms yet another crucial aspect bringing us closer toward winning what rightfully belongs to you! With Carlson Bier at your side vigilantly guiding through complicated proceedings ahead enriches your chance manifold winning appropriate compensation facilitating smoother transition back into daily life routines post-SCI experiences — still fierce resilient unbowed by unfortunate circumstances faced earlier!

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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 Orangeville

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Proficient in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or unsafe conditions.

Flame Injuries

Offering skilled legal help for people of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Offering experienced legal services for patients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, delivering adept legal support to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Tumble Injuries

Professional in handling trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking restitution for their damages.

Birth Injuries

Supplying legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Mishaps: Dedicated to guiding clients of car accidents gain reasonable remuneration for injuries and losses.

Motorbike Crashes

Focused on providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Trucking Accident

Providing expert legal representation for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for damages.

Building Site Collisions

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

Cerebral Damages

Committed to offering expert legal services for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Harms

Expertise in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Committed to legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Wrongful Passing

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and expert legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Focused on assisting individuals with vertebral damage, offering professional legal guidance to secure recovery.

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