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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you or a loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, it is crucial to secure legal representation that understands the complex challenges arising from such trauma. This is where Carlson Bier steps in as your formidable ally. With decades of experience in this intricate field, our attorneys possess profound knowledge about the causes and repercussions of spinal cord injuries. We are well-versed with how insurance companies operate and use state-of-the-art negotiation strategies to ensure clients get a fair settlement. Our mission extends beyond obtaining monetary compensation; we aim for justice by holding offenders accountable for their negligence, offering solace amidst pain. Based in Illinois and serving various communities including Winfield, Carlson Bier consistently delivers personalized attention that respects your needs during recovery while fiercely advocating on your behalf within legal jurisdictions. Trust us to make sure every detail pertinent to your case will be meticulously scrutinized which consequently ensures robust defense tactics employed for maximum recuperation awards possible . Undoubtedly choosing Carlson Bier for Spinal Cord Injuries litigation means partnering with proficient lawyers dedicated towards successful outcomes justifying what you rightly deserve.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Winfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we recognize the profound impact that a spinal cord injury can have on a person’s life. This type of injury is one of the most severe and potentially catastrophic injuries a person can suffer, often resulting in long-term impairment or disability. Spinal cord injuries typically occur as a result of abrupt, traumatic blows to your spine that fracture, dislocate, crush or compress one or more of your vertebrae.

Spinal cord injuries are commonly categorized as either complete or incomplete. A complete spinal cord injury means there is total loss of sensory and motor function below the level of the injury. With an incomplete spinal cord injury, you have some movement and sensation below the level of injury.

Significant medical complications may also arise from spinal cord injuries which can include:

• Pain – due to nerve damage

• Loss bladder control – which could lead to kidney infections

• Paralysis- such as paraplegia (paralysis from waist down) quadriplegia(paralysis from neck down)

• Respiratory issues – compromised lung function

The symptoms someone experiences after a spinal cord injury greatly depend on its severity and location along the spine.

Specialists at our firm understand that if you or a loved one has suffered this type trauma it significantly alters both your physical capabilities and quality of life.The recovery process for these types of injuries vary extensively—some individuals retain full functionality despite sustaining severe trauma while others require extensive rehabilitation for less serious injuries.

One area where Carlson Bier excels is assisting clients with compiling their cases by determining liability, proving negligence,and persuasively presenting evidence.Additionally,it should be noted that damages are not limited to healthcare costs alone.Truly capturing all facets around spinal injured individual’ wrongful experience includes factoring loss wages,pain suffering,future treatment needs and possibly punitive damages.We carefully review each case detail-by-detail frequently bringing seasoned experts onboard who provide valuable insights further fortifying your case before court.

Maneuvering through the legal landscape following a spinal cord injury can be challenging. However, you are not alone. At Carlson Bier, we bring compassion and advocacy to our legal expertise as specialists in handling personal injury claims related to spinal injuries . As your allies on this difficult journey, we will fight tirelessly for the compensation you deserve thereby helping improve quality of life post-injury.

Based on State law rules,it’s very important that one adheres to specified time frames when filing personal injury lawsuits.Regardless if you decide to pursue an insurance settlement or take your claim to court,complying with Illinois personal injury laws deadline is crucial which makes engaging attorneys’ services immediately after incidence ideal.A fail to do so might see the court barring any compensatory action hence leaving you stranded.

Finally, it’s worth noting that determining the value of a potential spinal cord injury case requires careful assessment of the specific factors involved in each incident. This includes knowledge and experience about how similar cases have been resolved by juries.We at Carlson Bier would like to walk this path together with you by providing a professional evaluation of your case.Please click on the button below for complementary information pertaining how much your case could potentially be worth.The assistance provided ensures relevant grounds pursued yield maximum financial restitution.So,start today by clicking below.Let us find out just exactly how much justice can afford towards reclaiming what once was rightfully yours

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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 Winfield

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Extending adept legal support for individuals of major burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Clinical Incompetence

Ensuring dedicated legal assistance for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Obligation

Taking on cases involving problematic products, delivering expert legal assistance to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Abuse

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Stumble Mishaps

Expert in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking restitution for their injuries.

Neonatal Harms

Supplying legal aid for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Accidents: Dedicated to aiding individuals of car accidents receive reasonable recompense for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Accidents

Specializing in providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Trucking Crash

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for losses.

Construction Site Collisions

Concentrated on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Head Impairments

Committed to offering expert legal support for individuals suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Traumas

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Unjust Demise

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and adept legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Trauma

Specializing in assisting individuals with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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