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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the adversity of a Spinal Cord Injury, trust in the advocates at Carlson Bier. Specialized professional guidance is crucial during this time, and our firm excels in representation for Spinal Cord Injuries lawsuits. Our legal team brings a breadth of experience unmatched in Illinois. As experts on statutes regarding Spinal Cord Injuries, we fight diligently for afflicted parties seeking justice and compensation.

Understanding that every case carries its unique complexities; Carlson Bier takes pride in treating each one tenaciously yet compassionately as though it were our own battle. Our hands-on approach ensures keen attention to detail, thus maximizing results while giving you peace amidst an arduous situation.

Carlson Bier provides statewide coverage extending their expert help far beyond their headquarters’ city limits reaching all residents of Plainfield who require top-notch spinal cord injuries representation. We possess intricacies about Plainfield’s specific jurisdictional dynamics and regulatory norms relevant to your case.

Through skillful negotiation or aggressive litigation where necessary, count on Carlson Bier as your preferred choice when requiring assistance for spinal cord injury cases anywhere across Illinois including Plainfield.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Plainfield Illinois

Spinal Cord Injuries are a deeply complex and specialized area of injury law, one which Carlson Bier has significant experience in navigating. Based in Illinois, our renowned team of personal injury attorneys have aided countless clients in receiving their rightful compensation for traumas sustained to the spinal cord – an area where expert knowledge is paramount.

When it comes to understanding Spinal Cord Injuries—or SCIs—there’s an abundance of information to process. These injuries occur when there’s damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spinal canal. The aftermath can mean permanent changes in strength, sensation and other body functions below the site of the injury.

Here are key points to keep in mind about SCIs:

– They often result from physical trauma such as vehicle accidents, falls, violence like gunshot wounds or sports injuries.

– Their severity ranges from incomplete, where some motor or sensory function remains below the affected area, to complete where all feeling and ability to control movement is lost.

– The symptoms vary widely depending on location and severity but may include loss of movement or sensation, pain or discomfort, bowel or bladder control complications among others.

– Lastly might be rehabilitation procedures; these typically involve multiple specialists targeting various areas like occupational therapy and vocational counselling.

From diagnosis through treatment and journeying into post-care recovery—one fact remains true: SCIs significantly alter victims’ lives. Financial burdens from medical bills stack up quickly alongside other unexpected costs only exacerbating emotional distress already present due to life-altering physiological changes. That’s where a competent legal hand steps in—the representation that draws key attention not just toward attaining due compensation—but on improving quality of life too.

For years now, Carlson Bier has worked tirelessly on behalf our clients dealing with debilitating Spinal Cord Injury related lawsuits. We understand this realm beyond its legal dynamics—we’ve learnt about its human side—affording our attorneys invaluable perspective needed in pushing for your rightful compensation. We delve passionately into fact-finding, causality determination and establishing fault—critical aspects that matter in achieving positive legal outcomes.

But how would Carlson Bier work for you?

Primarily, we provide powerful representation capable of dealing with insurance companies avoiding fair settlements or other parties attempting to downplay your injury’s impact. Our team supports your fight for just retribution when medical malpractice results in SCIs or any negligent actions cause preventable harm. Rest assured knowing our meticulous preparation channels each battle toward victory while also making the legal process unambiguous—walking you through complex terminologies to filing procedures—doing all heavy lifting so that you can focus on recovery.

Formulating a comprehensive strategic approach is critical in this fight—a role not alien to our experts at Carlson Bier attorneys group. With us, find assurance knowing that every personal injury claim we manage is handled optimally serving both immediate needs and long-term interests of clients. At every point during this journey—you have our unwavering commitment sealed by years of experience combined with empathy borne from real world encounters.

If you, a loved one or someone close has suffered from Spinal Cord Injury—it’s time you know your rights as well as what course of action benefits most moving forward.

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Remember, knowledge is power—and combining it with professional expertise offered by specialized attorneys like ours can lead down a path where justice isn’t just served—but rightfully earned too!

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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 Plainfield

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Expert in legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Fire Damages

Offering expert legal help for patients of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Ensuring experienced legal services for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Liability

Dealing with cases involving defective products, supplying expert legal support to victims affected by harmful products.

Senior Neglect

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Fall and Trip Accidents

Professional in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking redress for their damages.

Childbirth Wounds

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Mishaps: Dedicated to assisting individuals of car accidents receive fair remuneration for harms and impairment.

Bike Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Semi Mishap

Providing adept legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for hurts.

Building Incidents

Focused on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cognitive Injuries

Specializing in delivering dedicated legal support for victims suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Death

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and adept legal services to ensure fairness.

Neural Injury

Specializing in assisting patients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal representation to secure settlement.

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