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For those located in Summit, experiencing a spinal cord injury is life-altering and often traumatic. The burden of such an incident can be overwhelming without the proper legal support. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in. Having distinguished ourselves as leading attorneys in the field of personal injuries, we are accomplished advocates for victims of Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI). We’ve built our reputation by dedicating exhaustive resources to comprehend every intricacy on SCI related disputes while delivering compassionate service attuned to your personal needs during these challenging times.

Carlson Bier optimizes legal strategies uniquely addressing each client’s circumstances to secure maximum compensation achievable under Illinois law. We possess extensive experience navigating complex medical and legal issues surrounding SCI cases, ensuring your rights are preserved vigorously while you focus on rehabilitation and recovery.

At Carlson Bier, we don’t just offer unyielding representation; we walk beside you throughout this taxing journey underscoring our commitment as more than simply lawyers; but steadfast allies in your quest for justice following debilitating spinal cord injuries.

Our proven track record underlines why making us your primary consideration marks a step towards reclaiming control over your future post-incident. Choose Carlson Bier – prioritize Expertise perfected through relentless dedication.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Summit Illinois

Spinal Cord Injuries are complex and deeply impactful occurrences that necessitate the comprehensive legal support provided by experienced attorneys, like those at Carlson Bier. Rooted in Illinois, our legal team possesses an extensive understanding of personal injury law, particularly as it relates to cases involving spinal cord injuries.

An injury to the spine can occur due to various reasons including an abrupt fall, a sharp blow to the back or neck, or physical assault. The aftermath often leads to severe physical distress – causing temporary impairment, long-term disability or even permanent paralysis. Such incidents not only impose medical challenges but also stimulate significant financial strain due to colossal medical bills and rehabilitation costs coupled with other out-of-pocket expenses.

At Carlson Bier, we understand the turmoil you experience. Our dedicated lawyers specialize in advocating for victims facing such unfortunate circumstances – interpreting complex legalities and handling intricate documentation meticulously on your behalf.

• We thoroughly investigate each case to determine liability based upon negligence.

• Our team works diligently towards securing maximum compensation for your life-altering predicament.

• We strive earnestly to ensure justice after tragic accidents leading to Spinal Cord Injuries.

Notably, making a claim is time-sensitive due to stipulations within Illinois law known as statutes of limitation. It’s crucial not merely ‘to act’ but more importantly ‘act promptly’. Delayed action might lead you not being able to file a lawsuit altogether – leaving you uncompensated regardless of severity.

Understanding how specific laws apply towards particular situations is paramount in building an effective case strategy. While workers’ compensation claims may seem straight-forward if subjected to work-related injuries—they’re often compromised owing lack of knowledge regarding available benefits under state law—especially when inflicted with serious injuries resulting devastating neurological & psychological effects like Quadriplegia or Paraplegia; caused due spinal cord damage impairing ability control limbs beneath point injury commonly referred cervical spine trauma thoracic lumbar fractures.

Our specialist attorneys understand such nuances, utilizing their in-depth knowledge of Illinois law, work-related injuries, and the inherent rights of injury victims to ensure that you receive every bit of compensation that you are legally entitled to.

Dealing with spinal cord injuries can be physically, emotionally and financially overwhelming. The road to recovery is not only long but also laden with countless medical treatments and extensive rehabilitation. Legal battles should not aggravate your distress – let Carlson Bier shoulder this burden on your behalf. We will utilize our legal proficiency, negotiation skills, experience in court proceedings towards ensuring a fair claim settlement for you.

Remember: at Carlson Bier we don’t charge any fees unless we succeed in obtaining compensation for your loss; demonstrating our commitment towards securing justice for our clients.

If you or a loved one has sustained Spinal Cord Injuries due to an unfortunate incident caused by another party’s negligence—let us help guide you through this complex and challenging time. Tap into the professional competence implicit within our committed legal team—we are ready champion each step fight alleviating stress providing clarity during dark times – aiding hopeful future where justice well-deserved compensation play significant part easing trials redefining paths injured victim’s life post-serious accident always keeping mind main objective protect serve best interests.

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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 Summit

Bicycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Supplying expert legal services for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Offering experienced legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Obligation

Taking on cases involving faulty products, extending expert legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Aged Misconduct

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

Slip & Trip Occurrences

Adept in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking redress for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

Delivering legal help for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on aiding individuals of car accidents get just compensation for damages and impairment.

Motorcycle Collisions

Committed to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Crash

Extending adept legal advice for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for harms.

Worksite Incidents

Committed to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Harms

Committed to delivering expert legal advice for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in tackling cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unjust Fatality

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and skilled legal support to ensure compensation.

Neural Trauma

Dedicated to assisting clients with paralysis, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure justice.

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