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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to spinal cord injury cases, the expertise of Carlson Bier stands unrivaled. Having championed a multitude of clients within Orland Hills and beyond, their unparalleled proficiency in this legal arena has turned agonizing scenarios into promising outcomes for countless individuals affected by such devastating injuries. Navigating through the labyrinth of medical bills, loss of income and quality of life can be significantly difficult post-injury; this is where Carlson Bier takes center stage. Leveraging cutting-edge litigation strategies derived from extensive experience, they fervently pursue rightful compensation on behalf of their clients injured due to negligence or misconduct. Their comprehensive understanding  of Illinois’ laws regarding these specific personal injury claims ensures maximum relief is obtained swiftly and seamlessly. They have time-and-again illustrated professional aptitude through relentless advocacy within the courtroom walls as well as fostering supportive relationships with each client taken under their wing during such challenging times in life — demonstrating why many impacted by spinal cord injuries look to lean on Carlson Bier’s reliable strength within Orland Hills .

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Orland Hills Illinois

Backed by years of extensive experience, the reputable Carlson Bier law firm serves Illinois with dignity and zeal in handling personal injury cases, particularly those that involve Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs). Our legal team understands the devastating impact these injuries can have on individuals’ lives, often leading to drastic lifestyle changes and long-term treatments. Partnering with expert medical advisors lends immense weight to our ability to represent the severity of spinal cord injuries fully and accurately.

Spinal Cord Injuries primarily occur from severe trauma during vehicle accidents, sports accidents, falls, or violence events. When these injuries happen due to someone else’s negligence or intentional acts, you need an adept personal injury attorney on your side. With our wealth of litigation expertise and in-depth knowledge about SCI ramifications, Carlson Bier confidently walks clients through every step associated with filing a claim for compensation.

The context surrounding Spinal Cord Injuries can be complex; however, it is essential for our clients to have a basic understanding of what they entail:

• SCIs are classified as complete when all senses are lost below the level of injury.

• Conversely, incomplete SCIs don’t entirely impair motor functions.

• SCI victims may suffer from paraplegia or quadriplegia depending on how high up the spine the damage occurs.

• Luetic treatment costs intensely compound combating against financial strain from potential income loss due to reduced work capacity.

Bear in mind that under Illinois law’s provisions—statutes that we at Carlson Bier know intimately well—it gives injured persons access recourse through legal channels if their SCI results from another party’s negligence or intentful harm action. Potential compensation claims might include coverage for present and probable future medical expenses; emotional distress; pain and suffering; punitive damages meant to punish errant parties fostering serious consequences resulting from failure adhering standard safety measures.

Despite mounting bills bedraggling most families facing this kind mishap scene domain practice realm coping such difficult life-altering incidents, the Carlson Bier team also fully comprehends managing these cases requires much more than only fighting for financial recovery. Our committed attorneys lend you emotional support and guidance throughout this process—always prioritizing your wellbeing over all else.

The nuances involved in Spinal Cord Injury cases set them apart from other personal injury claims; therefore, they necessitate the assistance of seasoned lawyers well-versed in this specific area of law. As filling out legal paperwork and meeting stipulated deadlines could be substantial challenges while simultaneously coping with a Spinal Cord Injury. Carlson Bier’s competent attorneys shoulder this burden for you by ensuring that each paperwork is correctly filed within its designated timeframe—avoiding delay or dismissal of your case due to technicalities.

Enduring an unfortunate event that leads to such a debilitating condition can indeed create immense stress and uncertainty about what comes next. Rest assured, when you enlist the professional services offered by Illinois-based but widely recognized Carlson Bier law firm, one thing that remains steadfast is our unwavering dedication towards securing the compensation you rightfully deserve – thereby enabling optimum focus on physical recovery as well as emotional healing.

Don’t merely remain passive amidst the ensuing chaos following a devastating Spinal Cord Injury caused by another party’s actions or negligence. There is help available! Trust us at Carlson Bier with your journey seeking justice and fair compensation during this challenging time in your life.

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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 Orland Hills

Bicycle Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Extending adept legal help for victims of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Extending expert legal services for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Obligation

Managing cases involving problematic products, providing specialist legal support to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Abuse

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Stumble Injuries

Skilled in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking compensation for their damages.

Childbirth Damages

Supplying legal support for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Incidents: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents receive reasonable settlement for hurts and impairment.

Motorbike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal support for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Big Rig Accident

Offering experienced legal representation for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for hurts.

Worksite Collisions

Concentrated on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Damages

Specializing in offering specialized legal support for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at handling cases for persons who have suffered damages from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Committed to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and skilled legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Harm

Focused on defending patients with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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