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When faced with the life-altering aftermath of a spinal cord injury, it’s crucial to secure legal representation from skilled attorneys like those at Carlson Bier. Being deeply entrenched in personal Injury cases, particularly those involving spinal cord injuries, we bring about a customized and comprehensive approach to each client’s case. Our expertise allows us to proficiently address complex issues including medical cost recoupment and long-term care planning which goes beyond initial hospitalization or rehabilitation aspect. Practicing across Illinois, Carlson Bier is highly accessible for Warrensburg residents seeking quality counsel without geographical limitations attached. Our team is devoted towards reclaiming justice for victims by diligently exploring all avenues of compensation that you may duly be entitled to as per Illinois law standards; we don’t rest until your future security is assured in the wake of such adversity. Simply put — when it comes down getting maximum compensation under trying times pertaining to Spinal Cord Injuries — there’s no substitute for what our dedicated team at Carlson Bier can offer.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Warrensburg Illinois

Carlson Bier offers premier legal services to individuals who have experienced personal injuries due to negligent actions. Based in Illinois, we specialize in Spinal Cord Injuries, employing a team of accomplished and devoted attorneys with extensive knowledge and experience dealing with this specific type of injury.

Spinal cord injuries can be devastating both physically and emotionally, significantly altering your quality of life. The spinal cord is the primary conduit through which the brain sends signals to the rest of the body; damage caused by accidents can result in partial or complete loss of motor control and sensation. This often leads to severe complications such as paralysis (paraplegia, quadriplegia), respiratory difficulties, chronic pain, bladder or bowel dysfunction, among others. It’s important to understand that these types of serious injuries require experienced lawyers like those at Carlson Bier.

Our dedicated team continuously educates themselves about medical innovations related to spinal cord injuries so they can serve you best possible advice and support for your case.

Here are some key elements our team focuses on regarding spinal cord injury cases:

– Differentiating complete from incomplete spinal cord injuries: How an injury affects functionality differs based on whether the spinal cord has been entirely severed or only partially damaged.

– Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries: Understanding what situation led to the injury allows us to construct a robust case strategy – most common causes include vehicle accidents, sports-related incidents, falls among others.

– Treatment Methods & Recovery Periods: Acute treatment aims at minimizing damage while rehabilitative treatment helps regain function and independence. The road toward recovery involves physical therapy periods that vary depending on severity and complexity of damage resulting from the accident.

At Carlson Bier, we focus not only on winning your case but also providing ongoing assistance throughout the aftermath. We aim to make sure that our clients are treated fairly during insurance proceedings since they often tend to undervalue claims without considering long-term health implications state-of-the-art treatments and life care plans.

Moreover, we collaborate with healthcare specialists to ensure that our clients get the best medical care. Our long-standing relationships with top medical professionals will facilitate evaluation for your case assessment but also enable us to assure you of receiving optimum health treatment should you entrust us with your personal injury lawsuit.

We go above and beyond to help salvage maximum compensation for victims of spinal cord injuries, both through diligent legal action and compassionate support. By holding responsible parties accountable for their negligent actions, we aim to obtain justice while providing financial relief for overwhelming expenses such as treatment costs, rehabilitation expenses, loss wages due to inability work and mental anguish suffered.

Remember every spinal cord injury victim deserves fair remuneration according to Illinois law; Carlson Bier works tirelessly pursue this goal on behalf of all clients whom we serve.

Crucially at Carlson Bier every case is unique just like every client we represent; hence why a personalized approach in presenting these cases is essential. We value forging close relationships with our clients and creating customized litigation strategies tailored specifically for them after fully understanding each specific situation.

Interested in knowing how much your spinal cord injury claim could be worth? Take advantage of our free no-obligation case review service by clicking on the button below. Let the experienced attorneys of Carlson Bier fight on behalf of you whilst standing along each step journey toward obtaining rightful compensation moreover rebuilding life post-accident occurrence. Because together we can make even daunting challenges conquerable!

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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 Warrensburg

Cycling Accidents

Proficient in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Flame Burns

Giving adept legal support for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Negligence

Delivering specialist legal advice for persons affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Liability

Managing cases involving problematic products, offering expert legal support to victims affected by harmful products.

Aged Abuse

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

Fall and Fall Mishaps

Adept in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking justice for their harm.

Birth Damages

Providing legal help for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Collisions

Crashes: Dedicated to supporting patients of car accidents secure appropriate recompense for injuries and losses.

Scooter Mishaps

Expert in providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Big Rig Incident

Extending experienced legal representation for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for injuries.

Building Site Crashes

Committed to assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Head Traumas

Committed to ensuring compassionate legal assistance for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Specialized in tackling cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Expert in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Wrongful Demise

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and adept legal services to ensure redress.

Neural Injury

Focused on defending victims with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal services to secure recovery.

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