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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve experienced a spinal cord injury in Salem, navigating life’s subsequent challenges shouldn’t be done alone. Dealing with such trauma is overwhelming and pursuing legal redress may appear daunting. Enter Carlson Bier, the premier law firm devoted to fighting for victims of spinal cord injuries. Constructed from seasoned personal injury lawyers serving Illinois residents vigilantly for several years, our resolve remains unshaken: deliver justice compassionately and comprehensively.

Drawing on substantial expertise handling spinal cord cases coupled with an innate focus on every client’s individually unique scenario, we meticulously strategize tailored approaches ensuring optimal results possible within each case context.

We understand that no amount can truly compensate the life-altering ordeal faced post-injury; however, securing your rightful compensation aids significantly in readjusting after a devastating accident or mitigating future expenses like ongoing medical treatment and care costs typically affiliated with such injuries.

At Carlson Bier, what drives us isn’t merely conducting law practice but engaging relentlessly in pursuit of fairness – we advocate aggressively because when entrusted as your representation provision team against formidable oppositions during challenging times —wewon’t settlefor less than what you deserve—every step taken attests to this commitment pivoting around providing exceptional legal solutions effectively! Trusting us doesn’t tie you down to confined geographical parameters; wherever concerning legality arises – call upon us!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Salem Illinois

Carlson Bier is a highly reputable law firm, specializing in personal injury cases. One particular area we focus our attention on is Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs), given the severe and often life-altering impact these occurrences can have on victims.

A spinal cord injury could result from various causes such as car accidents, falls, sports injuries and acts of violence to name a few. Our responsibility at Carlson Bier is not only to navigate the legal complexities that arise after such events but also offer support by providing crucial information about your situation and rights entitled under the Illinois laws.

The severity of Spinal Cord Injuries tends to vary depending on certain key factors:

• The nature of the initial incident

• The level of injury along the spinal column

• Whether it’s a complete or incomplete SCI

A ‘complete’ SCI implies total paralysis below the level of injury while an ‘incomplete’ references varying degrees of function below that point. Similarly, whether an injury happens higher or lower can influence both mobility and sensation. These nuanced medical details significantly affect how each individual case should be handled legally.

Moreover, SCIs are usually followed by substantial medical expenses including costs for immediate care, surgery if required, rehabilitation therapy and adaptive equipment – amongst other potential expenditures. Such financial burdens can cause significant distress which Carlson Bier recognizes. We strive to streamline this process ensuring you receive what’s rightly owed for your emotional sufferings along with financial damages incurred due to someone else’s negligence.

Our professional team brings years of experience working diligently in handling numerous complex cases related to Spinal Cord injuries in Illinois state courts. We understand how dramatically SCIs change lives- leaving victims grappling with unanticipated hardships physically, emotionally and financially. Carlson Bier ensures every client receives personalized attention designed around their unique condition leading up to strongest possible representation in courtrooms.

Like many states across America – even here in Illinois – successful litigation opens doors for official compensation covering medical bills, ongoing care, lost income and pain and suffering. As personal injury lawyers founded on principles of integrity and compassion, we commit our time offering obsessive attention to detail for each case – meticulously planning every step from lodging a complaint through negotiations to arguing cases with strategic brilliance in courtrooms.

Finally, if you or any loved one has suffered from a spinal cord injury due to someone else’s negligence or intentional conduct – remember: Your constitutional rights entitle fair compensation. Feel free to click the button below. Our committed team at Carlson Bier will diligently review your case making sure justice is served while alleviating any unnecessary burden off your shoulders. Justice begins here! Find out today just how much your case might be worth. Let us shoulder the fight so you can concentrate solely on recovery – because at Carlton Bier, we believe that’s what really matters.

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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 Salem

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Expert in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Wounds

Supplying skilled legal advice for individuals of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Misconduct

Delivering dedicated legal advice for persons affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Obligation

Managing cases involving problematic products, offering specialist legal guidance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Malpractice

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Stumble Mishaps

Specialist in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking restitution for their injuries.

Infant Wounds

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

Motor Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on aiding sufferers of car accidents gain reasonable remuneration for damages and damages.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Committed to providing representation for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

18-Wheeler Incident

Delivering professional legal services for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just claims for losses.

Construction Mishaps

Engaged in assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cognitive Harms

Expert in delivering specialized legal representation for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Harms

Expertise in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Committed to legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unfair Fatality

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and professional legal support to ensure compensation.

Spine Damage

Dedicated to representing clients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal services to secure justice.

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