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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering a burn injury can be life-altering, disrupting normalcy and demanding focused legal representation to secure due compensation. That’s where Carlson Bier, your trusted law firm in Riverside steps in. With extensive experience handling complex Burn Injury cases, we strive for favorable outcomes that reflect the impact these injuries have on clients’ lives. Our lawyers meticulously assess each case ensuring none is slipping through the cracks of justice; this isn’t just about monetary compensation but also rebuilding your life post such an ordeal. We leverage expert testimonials and riveting negotiation skills to ensure your pain isn’t overlooked nor undervalued by insurance agencies or negligent parties responsible for the burn injuries. What distinguishes Carlson Bier from its competition? Our dedication to victims of burn accidents transcends client-lawyer boundaries because when it’s about restoring a sense of normality after tragic setbacks, every detail counts. Undeniably, choosing us means more than having competent attorneys on board—it affirms you matter beyond courtroom walls and legal transactions.

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Burn Injuries Lawyers in Riverside Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we serve our clients with a powerful combination of in-depth legal knowledge and compassion. Specializing in personal injury law, we understand the devastating effects that accidents can have on victims and families—physically, emotionally and financially. One such type of accident results in burn injuries, which pose unique challenges for those affected by them.

Understanding Burn Injuries

Burn injuries are categorized into four distinct types based on their severity: first-degree burns affect only the top layer of skin (epidermis), second-degree burns extend to the second layer (dermis), third-degree burns involve damage to both layers and underlying tissues, while fourth-degree burns encompass injury to deeper tissues like muscle or bone. These wounds could result from different sources such as heat, electricity, radiation, chemicals or sunlight.

Effects Of Burn Injuries

The implications of burn injuries extend beyond immediate impact. Primary consequences include unbearable pain and potential disfigurement—deeply affecting a victim’s psychological well-being. Secondary complications may emerge involving cardiac arrest due to fluid loss, breathing difficulties from smoke inhalation or infections resulting from broken skin barriers—not forgetting prolonged hospital stays. Moreover:

– Severe burns may require surgeries like skin grafting.

– Rehabilitation may become necessary along with physical therapy.

– Resilience is tested as one relearns basic life skills during recovery.

– Long-term emotional trauma often surfaces that needs therapeutic consultation.

The Role of A Personal Injury Attorney for Burn Victims

Recovering from serious burn injuries is arduous enough; dealing with insurance companies should not compound your ordeal further. A capable personal injury attorney can navigate these bureaucratic intricacies on your behalf simultaneously representing you against responsible parties who caused this incident through negligence—ensuring that they are held accountable in court.

Besides filing lawsuits effectively against negligent entities, at Carlson Bier we strive to accomplish the following for our clients:

– Calculate comprehensive claim amounts encompassing diverse aspects like lost wages, medical bills and emotional distress.

– Fight relentlessly for maximum compensation.

– Cooperate with healthcare providers to delay payment till your lawsuit culminates.

How Carlson Bier Assists Burn Victims

Enlisting Carlson Bier equips you with astute allies experienced in personal injury law. We undertake an exhaustive investigation into your case—collecting requisite evidence, identifying pertinent witnesses and consulting industry experts—to construct robust arguments maximizing the value of your claim. Additionally:

– Our step-by-step guidance eliminates confusion during legal proceedings.

– As agile negotiators, we ensure just settlements that adequately address your losses.

– Never shying away from taking a case to trial if need be—your best interests remain at our core always.

So why suffer in silence when resolute support is merely a click away? Reach out today and allow us at Carlson Bier to shoulder your burdens while you focus solely on achieving optimum recovery. Press the button below to discover how much your case could be worth! You can rest assured, knowing that you’re under the proficient protection of one of Illinois’ leading personal injury law groups—with offices conveniently located across key parts of the state offering our clients easy access steering clear from any false advertising allegations.

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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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Burn Accident FAQ​

There are three main types of burn injuries:

  • First-degree burns: These burns affect the outer layer of skin, the epidermis. They cause redness, pain, and swelling.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns affect the epidermis and the dermis, the second layer of skin. They cause redness, pain, swelling, and blistering.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns destroy the epidermis and the dermis, and can also damage the underlying tissues. They cause white, leathery, or charred skin.

Burn injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Heat: This includes flames, hot liquids, steam, and hot objects.
  • Electricity: Electrical burns can be caused by contact with live wires or outlets.
  • Chemicals: Chemical burns can be caused by exposure to acids, alkalis, and other corrosive substances.
  • Radiation: Radiation burns can be caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or to other types of radiation.

The signs and symptoms of a burn injury will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Redness
  • Pain
  • Swelling
  • Blistering
  • Charred skin
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Shock

The treatment options for burn injuries will vary depending on the severity of the burn. However, some common treatment options include:

  • First-degree burns: These burns typically heal on their own within a few days. However, it is important to keep the area clean and moist.
  • Second-degree burns: These burns may need to be treated with medication or surgery.
  • Third-degree burns: These burns typically require surgery and skin grafts.

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Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your burn injury was caused by the negligence or recklessness of another person or party. A burn injury lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Riverside

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or risky conditions.

Thermal Burns

Providing professional legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Medical Incompetence

Delivering specialist legal advice for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, providing professional legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Mistreatment

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Stumble Mishaps

Professional in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking justice for their suffering.

Childbirth Traumas

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

Auto Incidents

Collisions: Focused on guiding victims of car accidents receive fair recompense for hurts and impairment.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Dedicated to providing representation for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

18-Wheeler Incident

Extending expert legal representation for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for losses.

Building Site Collisions

Committed to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Harms

Expert in extending compassionate legal advice for persons suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Injuries

Skilled in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Death

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and professional legal support to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Impairment

Committed to advocating for victims with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal support to secure justice.

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