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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the challenging aftermath of a spinal cord injury, it’s crucial to have an expert legal team on your side. Carlson Bier, a renowned personal injury law firm in Illinois, possesses unrivaled experience and success rates when it comes to defending victims of these severe injuries. We understand how life-changing these incidents can be, leading to immense physical, emotional and financial strain. In order to alleviate this burden for our clients located across various cities including Sidney, we commit ourselves fully towards securing their rightful compensation. Our dedicated team meticulously analyzes each case and uses strategic methods honed over years to drive optimal results with utmost empathy. At Carlson Bier we don’t just offer superior legal aid; we serve as your staunch allies during your most trying times while ensuring adherence with Illinois regulations throughout all proceedings.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Sidney Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we aim to provide robust and comprehensive legal solutions for personal injury cases across Illinois. One of the key areas where our competency is distinctly recognized involves providing legal assistance for spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord injury can unfortunately happen anywhere and anytime due to various reasons such as car accidents, sports-related incidents, falls or violence. Each subsequent case may lead to life-altering conditions such as paralysis partially (paraplegia) or completely (quadriplegia), which understandably, affects an individual’s quality of life significantly.

Spinal cord comprises numerous nerves that transmit signals from your brain to different parts of your body helping you perform activities smoothly every day. Any damage caused can disrupt these communications resulting in serious complications like:

• Loss of movement

• Altered sensation including the ability to feel heat and cold

• Loss of control over bladder or bowel movements

• Changes in sexual function

Given the complexity associated with treatment procedures coupled with long-term healthcare and rehabilitation needs, victims end up facing unprecedented financial challenges. This strain further extends to their families resulting in a situation that seems overwhelming physically, mentally, emotionally as well as financially.

However, legal recourse exists for those suffering spinal cord injuries owing to someone else’s negligence or fault. In Illinois state law under personal injury compensation claims factors varying degrees of physical pain & suffering, emotional distress alongside economic impacts like lost wages and medical expenses while assigning claim value.

Under our able guidance at Carlson Bier, we ensure clients get maximum rightful compensation through negotiation settlement stages or litigation processes if required. We handle everything from collating all necessary evidence substantiating negligent act leading cause spinal cord injury determining future medical care costs accounting changes lifestyle more ensuring are fairly compensated while you focus recovery wellbeing.

We stand firm on transparency values making sure every process involved is explained thoroughly so that you understand each step fully; because experiencing traumatic injury shouldn’t mean having navigate complex terminologies proceedings without understanding context.

As a dedicated personal injury attorney group, we consider our primary responsibility to stand by your side throughout the process. From informal negotiations to potential court representations, Carlton Bier will be your trustworthy ally striving for what you rightfully deserve.

While understanding spinal cord injuries and associated legal aspects can seem overwhelming considering an individual’s unfamiliarity with law combined stress dealing such trauma, knowledge they say power; being informed leading better decisions This why always aim at offering detailed educational content our clients interested visitors alike revolving around intricacies rules regulations alongside important pieces advice related different situational scenarios.

Lastly, if you or someone you know is coping with spinal cord injuries resulting from another party’s negligence remember this: You are not alone. And importantly, you have rights. Tap into our extensive expertise in Illinois personal injury law today and experience uncompromising support necessary for your fight for justice. Why wait? Click on the button below to find out how much your case could potentially be worth! Remember that time spells difference between justice denied availed so make each second count; Carlson Bier here strength during trying times never compromise when it comes fighting rightful claim helping regain control life even after such huge setback as spinal cord injury.

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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 Sidney

Bicycle Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Providing specialist legal advice for patients of serious burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Medical Misconduct

Offering expert legal services for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Responsibility

Taking on cases involving faulty products, providing specialist legal assistance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Fall Accidents

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking justice for their injuries.

Newborn Wounds

Offering legal assistance for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Incidents: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents receive reasonable remuneration for harms and damages.

Motorcycle Collisions

Focused on providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Truck Collision

Offering specialist legal support for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Dedicated to supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Brain Damages

Dedicated to delivering expert legal assistance for clients suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Damages

Expertise in handling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unfair Passing

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and expert legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to supporting clients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure settlement.

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