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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re dealing with Spinal Cord Injuries in South Jacksonville, make the wise move and consult Carlson Bier. Our expert law firm has established a remarkable reputation for advocating on behalf of individuals afflicted with such injuries. At Carlson Bier, we understand that the physical, emotional, and financial consequences of spinal cord injuries can be life-altering. This insight drives us to passionately represent our clients’ best interests and conclude cases efficiently.

Our lawyers will proficiently map out your case details uniquely as per your circumstances to highlight why you truly deserve compensation. We carefully dissect every aspect of each case using strategic tactics honed from extensive experience in personal injury litigation legislation.

Carlson Bier is dedicated to providing critical legal services notably renowned across Illinois for their quality: robust personalized attention without exempting any fine print detail crucial for determining claim viability. Garnering appreciation statewide; we are perpetually committed to enabling maximum compensation recovery whilst limiting associated stressors on our clientele.

Always remember that choosing the right lawyer could significantly influence your settlement’s outcome—an experienced attorney usually equates better results—trust Carlson Bier for informed legal counsel related specifically to Spinal Cord Injuries disputes in South Jacksonville.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in South Jacksonville Illinois

Spinal cord injuries can leave a devastating impact on those who endure them and their loved ones. At Carlson Bier, our talented team of personal injury attorneys specialize in representing clients who have endured such life-altering ordeals. Based in Illinois, we understand the state laws surrounding these cases to provide expert legal assistance when you need it most.

The human spinal cord is an integral component of our bodies’ communication system, playing a critical role in relaying information from the brain to other parts of the body. When an injury occurs, this line of communication could be disrupted leading to potentially severe symptoms such as loss of mobility or sensation, difficulty breathing, paralysis and more. Moreover, depending on where the spinal cord has been impacted by injury, different areas of the body could be affected.

In managing these catastrophic consequences, it’s important that victims are adequately compensated for their physical pain as well as emotional turmoil. That’s where we step in at Carlson Bier – to secure maximum compensation for our clients while they focus on recovery.

• We recognize that each client’s situation is unique and requires personalized attention,

• Intensive medical care might be needed over a prolonged period,

• Loss of income during the healing process often necessitates financial help for ongoing support,

• Mental distress caused by maladaptive lifestyle changes deserves appropriate redressal.

Legal matters involving spinal cord injuries fall under complex regulations ranging from strict deadlines within which claims should be presented (known as statute limitations) to specific criteria that dictate what constitutes negligence or liability. Navigating through this labyrinthine law maze can feel overwhelming without astute guidance – That’s why turning to experienced attorneys like Carlson Bier becomes pertinent.

From rigorous investigation into determining fault and establishing solid evidence supporting your claim against those responsible for your plight; skilled negotiation with insurers who usually tend towards lowball offer tactics; or tireless advocacy within courtrooms if lawsuits become inevitable – Every step along your path to justice and compensation would be meticulously handled by our knowledgeable and rock-solid team.

Remember, it’s not just about securing financial assistance to handle present medical bills. Often, spinal cord injuries require ongoing medical treatments, physical rehabilitation and assistive devices for the long haul – all of which need to adequately factor into your settlement amount. To ensure that you or your loved one does not get short-changed in the process, employing our vigorous representation becomes essential.

With extensive experience handling cases related to spinal cord injuries across Illinois, we stay committed to providing compassionate yet professionally aggressive service ensuring effective resolution of our clients’ legal obstacles. As dedicated personal injury attorneys passionate about advocating for justice in the face of adversity; resilience, intelligence and tenacity define our ethos at Carlson Bier.

Despite how difficult things may seem right now; remember that help is available. It’s okay if you don’t have all the answers because we are here with tailored solutions based on years of dealing expertly with dilemmas similar to yours. Decoding laws around spinal injury cases happens to be our core strength – And we harness it entirely towards shaping favorable outcomes for victims like you trying bravely to cope against life-altering mishaps.

Harness the power of proficient legal support towards transforming adversity into hope. Click on the below button today! Find out how much your case might be worth while allowing us a chance at unraveling the complexities shrouding your journey towards justice — We believe wholeheartedly in giving value more than anything else; so let us make coping amidst calamity easier while fiercely defending your rights as an injured victim seeking fair redressal through legal means.

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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 South Jacksonville

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Expert in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Supplying expert legal services for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Physician Misconduct

Extending dedicated legal assistance for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Responsibility

Managing cases involving dangerous products, extending expert legal support to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Neglect

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Stumble Injuries

Expert in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking redress for their losses.

Neonatal Traumas

Offering legal help for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Dedicated to aiding victims of car accidents gain fair remuneration for harms and harm.

Motorbike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Truck Accident

Offering experienced legal advice for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for injuries.

Construction Site Accidents

Concentrated on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cognitive Injuries

Focused on offering professional legal advice for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Proficient in tackling cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Focused on legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Loss

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Backbone Damage

Expert in defending clients with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal representation to secure recovery.

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