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About Carlson Bier Associates

Navigating the aftermath of a spinal cord injury can be complex, but you’re not alone. The law firm of Carlson Bier has established a significant reputation in assisting individuals throughout Palos Hills and surrounding areas with dedication and expertise. We are committed to delivering comprehensive legal support that focuses exclusively on personal injuries related to spinal cord trauma. Our seasoned attorneys bring vast specialized experience in this intricate area of law, making us an ideal choice for those facing life-altering challenges due to such injuries. Aware that each case presents unique circumstances, we employ tailored strategies aimed at maximizing compensation while mitigating stress on our clients during these difficult times. Being accessible yet objective is crucial in ensuring clients feel seen and supported throughout the litigation process—qualities which lie at the heart of our practice ethos at Carlson Bier.We handle every aspect diligently so you can focus solely on recovery.Advocate for your rights under Illinois law by entrusting your pursuit for justice to Carlson Bier’s capable team.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Palos Hills Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that navigating the complexities of a Spinal Cord Injury claim can be a daunting task. That’s why our team of diligent and skilled personal injury attorneys is here to offer a wealth of knowledge and resources for understanding spinal cord injuries and managing the resulting legal issues.

Spinal cord injuries have severe implications, drastically altering an individual’s life in unforeseen ways. These damages are categorized into two, namely complete and incomplete spinal cord injuries. Complete spinal cord injuries attest to total paralysis below the area of injury on the spine, causing loss of movement or sensation. In contrast, individuals with incomplete spinal cord injuries retain some functionality below the area of injury.

The effects from these catastrophic incidents extend beyond characterizing types; they also impact victims’ daily living activities which include breathing difficulties, diminished bladder and bowel control capabilities among others. Importantly:

– The National Spinal Cord Statistical Center notes that vehicular accidents account for almost 40% of new spinal cases yearly.

– Furthermore, medical costs for those living with quadriplegia from high cervical injuries exceed $1 million in their first year following the incident.

– More disturbingly, lifetime medical costs for people aged 25 at occurrence can go past $5 million.

Why is this information essential? It underscores the imperative need to file your Spinal Cord Injury claims with precision and diligence as errors may be severely costly due to associated high medical costs.

Filing these claims is no walk in the park; hence it becomes indispensable to entrust your case with knowledgeable professionals such as ourselves at Carlson Bier. You’ll want us on your side not just because we are well versed in Illinois law but because we leverage our experience matched by proven track records to obtain all compensations necessary for managing resultant inconveniences better.

Belying every compensation package lies factors like economic losses (lost wages & potential earnings), non-economic losses (pain/suffering), and punitive damages. Here at Carlson Bier, we go beyond the general recovery scopes – we ensure to account for all additional issues such as future medical costs and changes in your ability to earn a living.

Notably, securing competent legal assistance in Illinois does not necessitate distance sacrifices due to location constraints. Though we don’t physically reside in Palos Hills, our team is equipped virtually with necessary skills and strategies to navigate through these complexities without exempting anyone no matter where you’re based within Illinois. A testament to being a modern law firm ever ready and structured to bring justice closer home.

Understanding spinal cord injuries requires comprehensive engagement along with professional guidance. By this assurement that making informed decisions becomes inherent with the Carlson Bier brand where you’ll find lawyers well-versed in pertinent laws together with procedures that steer Spinal Cord Injury claims towards success.

To us at Carlson Bier, each case is more than just paperwork; it entails walking alongside our clients during their challenging phase while relentlessly fighting for their rights – instilling hope every step of the journey by ensuring an equitable outcome.

We comprehend how vital plans surrounding finances will be in adjusting life after the injury. Therefore, offering accurate estimations on potential compensation forms part of our delight which doubles up as one way of lighting up paths stumbling into uncertainties after suffering from Spinal Cord injuries.

Getting started on this path only involves clicking below where you can explore insightful information specifically packaged for your situation thereby allowing development of better understanding towards estimating what your case might be worth. Get insights tailored by nuanced understanding offered by skilled professionals at Carlson Bier designed around bringing value owing much from diligent attention placed upon each client serviced over years within practice.

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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 Palos Hills

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Giving adept legal advice for patients of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Malpractice

Extending professional legal assistance for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Liability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, extending adept legal services to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Neglect

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble and Stumble Accidents

Expert in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking restitution for their injuries.

Newborn Damages

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Crashes

Incidents: Concentrated on aiding sufferers of car accidents secure just recompense for hurts and impairment.

Scooter Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal support for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Semi Incident

Ensuring professional legal support for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for injuries.

Building Site Crashes

Engaged in supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cognitive Harms

Dedicated to delivering compassionate legal support for persons suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Wounds

Skilled in handling cases for victims who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Wrongful Demise

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Specializing in assisting persons with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal support to secure compensation.

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