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Suffering from a spinal cord injury can be devastating, changing your life in unimaginable ways. It’s crucial to have steadfast legal representation during such challenging times. The Carlson Bier law firm steps into this role with resolve and compassion, advocating ardently for all clients with Spinal Cord Injuries(RM). With vast experience handling personal injury cases specifically involving spinal cord injuries, our attorneys understand the distressing issues that you are facing and will fight tirelessly to secure just compensation on your behalf.

Our dedication goes beyond simply securing financial restitution; we aim to get you the assistance needed not just for present medical bills and lost wages but future costs as well—something prime importance considering the often long-term repercussions of spinal cord injuries. At Carlson Bier, we are resolute about holding negligent parties accountable while ensuring clients receive optimal support.

Choosing us means having proficiency in navigating complex insurance claims procedures along with tireless advocacy determined by a keen understanding of Illinois’ tort laws related to these specific instances of personal injury. Leaning on Carlson Bier guarantees steady guidance through your difficult time caused by Spinal Cord Injury complications — because advocating for justice is not only what we do best but something close at heart at Carlson Bier.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Rome Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in providing comprehensive legal guidance in matters of personal injury law and uphold the rights of victims who have suffered spinal cord injuries. In Illinois, thousands of individuals endure the devastating aftermaths of these injuries every year—loss of mobility, chronic pain, emotional distress, and financial hardship caused by accumulating medical bills. At our firm headquartered in Illinois, we strive to assist you through these challenging times with unparalleled legal expertise on spinal cord injuries.

A spinal cord injury is a severe type of trauma that often leads to life-altering conditions such as partial or complete paralysis. These injuries are generally categorized into two types–complete spinal cord injuries that result in total loss of sensory and motor function below the site of injury; and incomplete spinal cord injuries where there is still some degree of sensation or movement below the affected area.

Understanding the cause behind a spinal cord injury can play an integral role in determining a legal strategy for your case. The majority derive from incidents like:

• Vehicle accidents

• Falls

• Sports-related incidents

• Violence (gunshots etc.)

• Medical malpractice

Your rights to fair compensation dramatically increase when your attorney understands these causes inside-out—Carlson Bier brings this exact expertise to your representation. As part of our service commitment, we ensure all potential contributing factors surrounding your particular incident get scrupulous evaluation.

The aftermath of a spinal cord injury involves more than physical affliction; it introduces significant implications on quality of life—requiring extensive rehabilitation, assistance with daily living activities, ongoing care and accommodation costs as well as income loss because reduced work capacity. We believe the unfairness lying within these repercussions warrants assertive litigation against those responsible for your suffering.

Additionally, it’s paramount to consider the timing when pursuing claims related to spinal cord injuries – Illinois law stipulates a definitive statute limitation period during which claims must be filed after sustaining an injury – Carlson Bier assures adherence with these timelines to protect your rights.

Throughout the challenging journey post spinal cord injury, an empathetic legal representative is essential for charting a coordinated course towards justice. This includes claiming compensatory damages for:

• Medical expenses

• Rehabilitation costs

• Lost wages or earning potential

• Life-care services (home modifications, assistive devices )

• Pain and suffering.

At Carlson Bier, we guide you seamlessly through this process with committed and caring representation – it’s not just strategic litigation that drives us but a sincere dedication to our clients’ wellbeing.

While no amount of compensation can undo the trauma of a spinal cord injury, pursuing rightful recourse serves as an important step in enabling one to adapt and lead a fulfilling life. At Carlson Bier, we apply our extensive knowledge of personal injury law, combined with a genuine passion for justice to ensure victims receive the most favorable outcomes possible.

Have you or a loved one suffered from a spinal cord injury due to someone else’s negligence? Are recurring medical bills overwhelming your finances? You don’t need to tackle these complications alone–let experienced professionals handle your case so you can focus on what truly matters – healing and rehabilitating from your injuries.

At Carlson Bier – Personal Injury Attorneys, representing victims seeking rightful reparations isn’t just our job; it’s our pledge. It’s time you took control of your difficult situation by gaining informed grasp about how much worth might lie within your case. To take this proactive step towards recovery while supporting resilience amidst adversity—we encourage all readers who’ve endured spinal cord injuries to get in touch with our capable team by clicking on the button below. Together, let’s navigate towards justice.

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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 Rome

Bicycle Incidents

Expert in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Providing skilled legal assistance for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Healthcare Misconduct

Delivering specialist legal assistance for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Accountability

Addressing cases involving defective products, supplying professional legal assistance to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Malpractice

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

Trip and Slip Accidents

Adept in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking restitution for their injuries.

Newborn Injuries

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Collisions

Mishaps: Devoted to guiding victims of car accidents gain fair payout for hurts and destruction.

Bike Incidents

Focused on providing representation for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Truck Mishap

Offering professional legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Worksite Accidents

Focused on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Head Harms

Specializing in offering compassionate legal representation for persons suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Committed to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Wrongful Demise

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and skilled legal support to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Damage

Focused on supporting victims with paralysis, offering compassionate legal services to secure redress.

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