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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, our expert team of lawyers specializes in Spinal Cord Injuries. We understand the intricate complexities associated with these types of personal injury cases and have built an exemplary reputation for successfully advocating on behalf of individuals who are afflicted by such traumatic injuries. With an impressive record in securing substantial compensations for those who have been unfairly injured, we strongly affirm that victims deserve to be adequately compensated for their pain, suffering and loss.

Our dedication extends beyond legal proceedings; it also includes a profound sense of empathy towards our clients as they navigate through this challenging moment in life. Our unwavering commitment is focused exclusively on pursuing justice relentlessly while providing exceptional client services.

When choosing Carlson Bier, you are engaging with top-tier legal specialists equipped with comprehensive knowledge surrounding Spinal Cord Injury law – your assured advantage during negotiation or trial stages.

Though Stanford may not house our physical offices, know that geography does not bound us. Maintain peace-of-mind knowing that if you reside here or anywhere within Illinois state lines – choose expertise over proximity – choose Carlson Bier when extensive skillsets matter the most!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Stanford Illinois

At Carlson Bier Associates, we are committed to providing the highest level of legal support for victims and their families dealing with spinal cord injuries. As a renowned law firm based in Illinois, our team of personal injury attorneys offers expert representation grounded on years of accumulated experience and unwavering dedication to securing justice for our clients. We understand that every case is unique, which is why we painstakingly approach each with tailored solutions aimed at obtaining the best possible outcome.

Spinal Cord Injuries – Understanding the Basics

Spinal cord injuries can occur due to accidents or falls causing damage to the vertebrae, ligaments, disks or the spinal cord itself. The impact varies based on two factors: where the injury occurred along your spine (the higher it is on your neck, the greater the effect) and whether it’s a complete spinal cord injury (total loss of sensation and muscle control below injury site) or an incomplete one (some motor control remains).

Living With Spinal Cord Injuries

The aftermath of such injuries often leaves victims grappling with life-altering implication—these may include physical pain, emotional distress, immense financial burden involving medical expenses and loss of income amongst others. There could either be temporary repercussions like bruising or spraining leaving you partially disabled for a limited duration; or severe cases translating into chronic issues encompassing paralysis—paraplegia (lower body) and quadriplegia (all four limbs).

Your Legal Rights

Victims need to realize they have legal rights when it comes to recovering damages for their suffering resultant from another party’s negligence or intentional harm infliction. Across complications related to product liability suits concerning faulty goods causing injuries to auto-accident claims occurring via reckless driving – ample avenues exist within tort law allowing you rightful compensation.

Why Choose Our Services

• Expert Representation: Our highly accomplished attorneys are well equipped in handling negotiation processes amicably yet firmly ensuring compensation entitlement.

• Transparent Approach: Open communication is pivotal to us, thus we ensure our clients understand each step in the resolution process.

• Success Record: Carlson Bier’s track record of securing fair compensation for victims impacts its reputation as a reliable personal injury law firm.

How We Help

Our team will guide you through the entire legal landscape explaining every aspect – from assessing your case, collecting pertinent evidence, liaising with medical professionals, calculating possible future costs relating to rehabilitation or loss of income; till reaching settlement negotiations or courtroom trials if needed. We invest our resources putting forth formidable cases maximising your chances at recovering deserving compensation.

Remember, selecting an advocate who can champion your rights empathetically while possessing astute practical knowledge holds the key to turning around what might seem like a dire situation. At Carlson Bier, it’s not just about winning cases—it’s about restoring hope and security into lives affected by spinal cord injuries.

As a final note but important nevertheless— understanding what one’s claim stands worth is integral. So whether enduring immense physical discomfort post an accident or managing newfound disabilities courtesy someone else’s actions — don’t let confusion cloud judgement. Instead take that decisive step towards securing due recompense by clicking on the button below—because now is when you start discovering how much value rests behind your personal injury case with help from seasoned attorneys here at Carlson Bier…where justice isn’t merely sought—it is ensured!

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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 Stanford

Cycling Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Burns

Offering specialist legal support for patients of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Extending professional legal support for persons affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Fault

Addressing cases involving defective products, offering professional legal services to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Abuse

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Tumble Injuries

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their suffering.

Neonatal Traumas

Supplying legal support for families affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Incidents

Incidents: Dedicated to supporting individuals of car accidents get fair compensation for wounds and harm.

Motorcycle Crashes

Specializing in providing legal support for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

18-Wheeler Collision

Ensuring experienced legal advice for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for harms.

Building Incidents

Focused on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Damages

Specializing in offering dedicated legal representation for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Damages

Skilled in tackling cases for people who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Committed to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unjust Passing

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal support to ensure justice.

Neural Trauma

Focused on assisting clients with spine impairments, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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