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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the wake of suffering a spinal cord injury, it’s paramount to seek crucial legal guidance. With Carlson Bier, you receive comprehensive representation honed through vast experience in dealing with cases like yours. Our attorney group firmly believes everyone deserves uncompromised and personalized legal support while grappling with such life-changing injuries. We boast a trailblazing team armed with an exceptional understanding of the complexities surrounding spinal cord injuries; from insurance negotiations, medical complications, loss adjustments to compensations aligned to pain and future healthcare needs.

Our relentless dedication guarantees that your rights are tirelessly defended as we pursue just compensation for damages incurred due to negligence or misconduct leading to your injury. As seasoned personal injury attorneys, we stand at the forefront pursuing justice tirelessly for our clients across Illinois including those in Saint Francisville. Count on us!

Your search for unrivaled expertise backed by empathy concludes here – trust Carlson Bier — equipping you exceptionally today towards more secure tomorrows post-spinal injuries.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Saint Francisville Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, a distinguished personal injury law firm in Illinois. Our team of seasoned legal professionals is committed to serving clients with exceptional legal guidance and representation specifically in cases involving Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI).

Spinal cord injuries are some of the most life-altering conditions one could experience due to their severe impact on mobility and independence. These injuries occur when there’s damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spinal canal, often resulting in permanent changes in strength, sensation, and other body functions below the site of injury.

In our dedication towards educating our clients about SCI, it’s essential for us first to highlight what causes this devastating condition. They typically take place as a result of trauma such as car accidents, falls from significant heights, diseases like cancer or arthritis affecting the spine, acts of violence including stabbings or shootings among others.

At Carlson Bier, we understand that how this condition impacts your life greatly depends on two key factors:

• The Location Of SCI- Injury occurring higher up near the neck region tends to cause more extensive effects compared to lower down near the lumbar area.

• Severity Of The Damage— While complete damage results in loss of all sensory and motor function below an injury point; incomplete injuries may preserve some functionality.

Understanding these fundamental aspects sets a foundation for us as we delve into providing you with in-depth information about your specific circumstance.

Apart from paraplegia or tetraplegia resulting from SCI, one might also experience secondary complications which can be equally deleterious if not immediately managed. These include pressure sores; issues with lung health leading to difficulty breathing unaided; problems related bowels and bladder control; changes in sexual health; depression and chronic pain among others. At Carlson Bier we aim not only at securing compensation for immediate medical expenses but also future costs associated with comprehensive long-term care that addresses these implications.

With us, we never lose sight of the fact that dealing with SCI also takes an emotional toll. We are here to support you through the legal process ensuring that your rights and interests are promoted and protected every step of the way.

Justice for our clients includes securing ample compensation for medical bills, loss of earnings due to inability to work, future care needs, assistive devices or home modifications if necessary, compensation for pain or suffering and even punitive damages if malice or gross negligence was involved in causing the injury. While no amount can truly make up for your circumstances following an SCI, Carlson Bier remains firmly committed towards pursuing what’s rightfully owed to you.

Knowing your rights is a critical part of overcoming adversity after a spinal cord injury. Our team at Carlson Bier will invest substantial time in explaining the complex legalities surrounding personal injuries claims in Illinois: The crucial deadlines that need adhering under statute laws; insurance company dealings; elements proving negligence among others–all while tailoring this information through expert legal counsel specific to your case circumstances.

Our firm believes in empowerment through knowledge. It’s always worth remembering that personal injury law operates on contingency meaning -you don’t pay unless we win-. This underscores our utmost confidence in representing your interests against those liable successfully!

You have likely come across our online platform brimming with inquiries about what might be expected from engaging with us professionally. After all these insights into SCIs and their implications including how one navigates associated legal intricacies – it’s certainly high time you took control over your situation aided by granting us privilege working alongside you! You’re only one click away from finding out just how much could potentially be won from your case—click on the button below now!

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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 Saint Francisville

Cycling Collisions

Specializing in legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Giving adept legal assistance for patients of severe burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Physician Carelessness

Extending professional legal services for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Fault

Handling cases involving faulty products, extending skilled legal support to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Malpractice

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Trip Occurrences

Adept in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking compensation for their losses.

Birth Wounds

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

Vehicle Incidents

Accidents: Concentrated on helping patients of car accidents receive appropriate settlement for harms and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Focused on providing legal support for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Semi Incident

Ensuring adept legal support for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for losses.

Construction Site Incidents

Committed to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Neurological Traumas

Expert in offering professional legal assistance for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Harms

Specialized in addressing cases for persons who have suffered damages from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unfair Fatality

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and professional legal representation to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Damage

Focused on supporting victims with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal representation to secure justice.

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