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About Carlson Bier Associates

With a stellar track record in personal injury law, Carlson Bier is your optimal choice when you need tenacious legal representation for Spinal Cord Injuries. We understand the heavy burden these injuries put on victims and their families, often leading to life-altering consequences. Our experienced attorneys are steadfastly committed to relieving this stress by expertly navigating through complex Illinois laws for you. At Carlson Bier, we fight relentlessly for our clients’ rights and secure deserved compensation so they can concentrate solely on recovery without financial worries. Despite countless cases handled successfully under our belt, each client’s case receives unique attention given its different intricacies involved in spinal cord injuries lawsuits—from proving negligence to demonstrating the severity of the injury implications accurately—always aiming at securing maximum compensation possible. So if your world has been turned upside down due to similar tragedies or know someone who does, do not hesitate—call upon our dedicated team at Carlson Bier today. We’ll fiercely advocate for you seeking justice every step of the way!

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Tilton Illinois

Understanding the harrowing tribulations that a spinal cord injury can impose, Carlson Bier, an Illinois-based personal injury attorney group, stands ready to offer deep legal expertise paired with compassionate advocacy. Navigating the aftermath of a traumatic injury demands professional guidance; our law firm dedicates itself to representing those who have suffered from such unfortunate incidents which often result in debilitating pain and life-altering consequences.

Your education is paramount as we state that Spinal Cord Injuries typically arise from sudden, traumatizing blows to your spine disrupting its normal functionality. The severity of these injuries varies greatly but may result in temporary movement impairment or permanent damage leaving you paralyzed. Recovery prognosis hinges heavily upon the trauma’s location and level of nerve damage.

• Traumas like sports-related accidents, falls or car collisions potentially cause “complete” injuries leading to total loss of sensory function below the injury site.

• “Incomplete” injuries culminate in partial sensory ability retention post-injury.

• Quadriplegia describes paralysis impacting both arms and legs while paraplegia affects two limbs only.

In handling countless cases involving spinal cord damages at Carlson Bier, we recognize not just the physical toll these inflict on victims but also mental trauma accompanying such circumstances. Aussi, we encourage understanding basic medical terminologies such as Paraplegia and Quadriplegia will help you comprehend what’s going around you post-incident better.

Carlson Bier’s forte extends beyond merely litigating for fair compensation on our clients’ behalf; it lies in empathizing with each client’s individual journey towards optimum recovery. Moreover,

we understand how inundated one feels when seeking claims compensatory certifications and dealing with insurance companies’ procedures while simultaneously grappling with substantial changes induced by your tragic incident.

It is here that our role becomes particularly vital; turning an overwhelming process into a bearable experience while zealously advocating for access to all resources necessary for stakeholders’ physical and mental recuperation is our commitment. Firm listings include:

• Medical expenses coverage (past, ongoing, future)

• Lost wage reparation

• Compensation for suffering and pain

• Loss of consortium plights.

Whether you were unfortunate to sustain spinal cord injury due to negligence, high-risk sporting activities or unforeseen occurrences like falls or mishaps; the foremost step towards justice is being informed. Here at Carlson Bier, we firmly believe that a well-informed client facilitates in creating effective legal strategies with an enhanced chance of success.

Therefore, if one seeks guided assistance post such tragedies, it is critical to select an attorney specializing in personal injuries who comprehends the surgery’s complexities involved in medical treatments and the required therapies for this specific ailment. With equal importance lies understanding your legal rights which when known can optimally defend your claim demands aggressively against callous insurance agents aiming for minuscule settlements.

As trusted advocates working collectively across numerous cases involving significant spine damages throughout Illinois here at Carlson Bier; we reaffirm your courage by equipping you not merely legally but also mentally while dealing with these detrimental consequences aiding in acquiring rightful restitution that allows potential healing and restoration post such extensive physical trauma.

Forge forward on your recovery path now! Every case differs greatly hence its appraisal value varies significantly prompting one to ascertain their case’s worth without delay enabling quicker resolution. Tap into Carlton Bier’s profuse expertise pivotal during these challenging journeys today by clicking on the button below anticipating a promising tomorrow minus its intimidating trials!

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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 Tilton

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Scald Burns

Extending professional legal support for patients of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Healthcare Misconduct

Offering specialist legal services for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Liability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, extending professional legal services to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Slip Injuries

Adept in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking redress for their losses.

Infant Harms

Providing legal assistance for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Car Collisions

Mishaps: Focused on helping patients of car accidents get fair compensation for wounds and losses.

Scooter Mishaps

Focused on providing legal services for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Truck Crash

Offering experienced legal representation for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for damages.

Building Incidents

Dedicated to advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Head Impairments

Focused on offering expert legal assistance for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered harms from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unfair Demise

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and skilled legal support to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Damage

Focused on advocating for patients with paralysis, offering professional legal assistance to secure recovery.

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