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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to handling spinal cord injuries, Carlson Bier sets the standard for excellence in legal representation. Their attorneys have devoted substantial time and resources toward aiding those who have suffered this catastrophic injury. With a well-established track record of securing maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering experienced due to negligence or misconduct – Carlson Bier’s commitment to victims is unrivaled. Their team understands the unique challenges faced by clients enduring spinal cord injuries; from financial strains to emotional distress and physical adjustments. Treating every case with urgency and sensitivity has made them pillars in their field of practice.

Their wealth of knowledge extends far beyond Illinois forming stringent strategies that are adaptable nationwide- furthering their endeavor towards justice for injury victims across America.

Clients choose Carlson Bier not only because they demand top-tier legal representation but also want compassion during trying times – both can be expected when you put your trust in them.

Remember: not all help equates equal value – make sure you opt for a law firm like Carlson Bier where quality isn’t compromised over quantity!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Portland Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we have a team of seasoned personal injury attorneys who are experts at handling cases involving spinal cord injuries. We understand how devastating and life-altering these injuries can be for victims and their families. This necessitates the need to fight for justice on your behalf, ensuring you get appropriate compensation for all medical bills, lost wages, and pain endured due to someone else’s negligence.

Spinal cord injuries occur when there is any damage to the spinal cord that results in loss of function or mobility. These types of injuries are often caused by motor vehicle accidents, domestic violence incidents, slip-and-fall episodes at workplaces amongst other situations where negligence may exist.

The degree of impairment resulting from a spinal cord injury is dependent on two factors; the place of injury along the spinal column and how severe it is. The closer the injury is to the brain, the more extensive effect it has on motor functionality and sensory nerves below that point. Here are some vital details to note:

– Based on severity, these injuries can either be called complete (loss of all sensory and motor functions below an injury) or incomplete (propagation of some functionality).

– Typical symptoms would include extreme back pain or pressure in head/neck/back region; partial or complete loss in mobility; impaired breathing post-injury.

– The initial medical costs for victims suffering from paraplegia—a result of spinal cord injures—ranges from $300k-$1 million during first-year treatment with yearly expenses averaging around $70K thereafter.

At Carlson Bier in Illinois, we can provide invaluable assistance during this challenging moment as legal procedures regarding personal injury claims can be bewildering more so when navigating through murky restitution processes. Our goal is not only securing due monetary redress but also aiding you through rehabilitation – we believe wholeheartedly that every client deserves top-drawer representation and dedicated support through recovery process that requires understanding complex medical terms.

We do recommend that if you or a loved one suffers from a spinal cord injury, initiate legal proceedings as soon as is possible. While the victim grapples with their new reality post-injury—each minute counts towards claiming due payment and holding culpable parties accountable.

With our expertise in personal injury law, specifically on cases involving spinal cord injuries, rest assured we will exhaust all legal avenues aimed at getting you compensated righteously for these considerable damaging situations. Additionally, understanding medical implications helps us ensure your claim addresses both present and potential future necessities reflecting the severity of injuries sustained.

The Carlson Bier team carries out comprehensive investigations for every case taken up, meticulouslyworking to pin down negligent parties while ensuring your monetary take-home rightfully matches pain and suffering borne. Our commitment to justice has seen us avidly represent victims across Illinois giving them a fitting voice in demanding reparation.

Our personal injury lawyers work based on contingency fees – basically meaning until we win, you won’t need to pay any attorney fees. With dominion knowledge about dealing with insurance companies profiting off trying to offer less than deserved – having exercised this day-to-day routine—we are fully prepared to bring those at fault for your suffering before the full measure of law.

Remember—you are not alone during this tumultuous time; get in touch with Carlson Bier today and let’s discuss how much your case could be worth. These aren’t just lawsuits but paths towards regaining control over one’s life following debilitating injuries by fighting for what you rightly deserve down legally mapped lanes.

Take control now by clicking on the button below to find out how much your case is worth. Let us stand beside you through it all – providing professional support against those responsible while negotiating rightful compensation from insurers refusing fair payouts despite evident suffering brought upon due to no faults of your own.

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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 Portland

Cycling Accidents

Expert in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or risky conditions.

Flame Wounds

Offering expert legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Physician Negligence

Providing experienced legal services for victims affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Fault

Addressing cases involving defective products, supplying specialist legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Malpractice

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Fall Mishaps

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking restitution for their damages.

Childbirth Traumas

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Mishaps: Devoted to guiding patients of car accidents obtain reasonable remuneration for hurts and damages.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Big Rig Incident

Delivering professional legal support for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for hurts.

Construction Incidents

Committed to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Neurological Harms

Committed to delivering professional legal services for persons suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Collisions

Committed to legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Loss

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Specializing in supporting persons with paralysis, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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