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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the traumatic aftermath of a spinal cord injury, in or around Wyanet, you need lawyers who understand these complex cases. Carlson Bier is your strong legal advocate, equipped with an expansive understanding of spinal cord injuries and their extensive consequences. Our seasoned attorneys provide top-notch representation and fight zealously for just compensation on behalf of the injured. We’ve established a formidable track record for successfully pursuing claims related to devastating life-altering accidents that result in paralysis or other significant losses due to others’ negligence or recklessness. Handling everything from initial consultations to aggressive courtroom advocacy, Carlson Bier prioritizes clients’ needs throughout every step of the legal process – always striving for optimal outcomes while providing compassionate support amid adversity.We pledge our commitment to safeguarding your interests relentlessly against insurance companies and indifferent parties intent on curtailing your rightful restitution.Be it settlement negotiations or trial proceedings; trust us at Carlson Biers for diligent legal representation specifically focused on Spinal Cord Injuries cases within Illinois’s precincts.

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Spinal Cord Injuries Lawyers in Wyanet Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in representing clients who have experienced the life-changing effects of spinal cord injuries. Primarily based in Illinois, our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys is committed to securing the compensation you deserve, helping you navigate through this challenging time with articulate legal advocacy and customized strategies.

Spinal cord injuries can drastically change one’s quality of life – not only physically but emotionally and financially as well. Often marked by a loss of movement or sensation below the level of injury, these catastrophic incidents could result from an array of circumstances such as motor vehicle accidents, falls, sports mishaps and work-related incidents. We deeply understand how devastating this could be hence; it is our utmost commitment to provide appropriate legal aid at such difficult times.

It’s crucial to understand that your spinal cord doesn’t need to be severed for a loss of function to occur. In most people with spinal cord injury, the cord itself remains intact but the damage caused results in a lack of functionality. This type of injury often manifests itself in two different ways: Complete Spinal Cord Injury where all feeling and ability to control movement are lost below the level of injury; Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury involves some degree with either side having more sensation or ability to control movement.

Each case is unique but there are certain facts that remain constant across all cases:

• Time matters – Immediate comprehensive medical intervention can significantly improve outcomes.

• Rehabilitation Impacts Recovery – Quality rehabilitation immediately following initial injuries plays a major role in patients regaining their freedom and independence.

• Longevity Cost – The lifetime cost linked with serious spinal cord injuries can reach millions depending on severity and age at onset.

Our services involve more than merely acquiring compensation for our clients; Carlson Bier acts as steadfast supporters for victims facing potential long-term hardship due to misfortune beyond their control. By providing necessary resources like vocational training assistance and referrals for psychological support services alongside aggressive representation within courts, our goal revolves around helping clients rebuild their lives.

Remember, every individual’s case is different, and the amount of compensation you might be entitled to will depend on various factors such as liability, severity of your injury and economic damages.

Having handled countless personal injury cases with a special focus on spine-related injuries, our depth of knowledge in these specific legal scenarios is unmatched within the industry. Our concise approach simplifies complex matters for our clients’ ease and understanding.

Navigating through the legal complexities associated with spinal cord injuries can be overwhelming; that’s why it’s essential to have experienced counsel like Carlson Bier by your side. With meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering dedication to securing what you rightfully deserve, bear in mind that we’ve solidified ourselves as a premier personal injury law firm within Illinois – not only because we win but more so how we treat our clientele.

Ensure that you’re in secure hands when dealing with issues surrounding such devastating injuries – those inflicted upon your spinal cord. It’s time for action; comprehensive legal education combined with compassionate yet rigorous representation awaits at Carlson Bier. We warmly invite you to click the button below not merely for an estimation of how much your case may be worth, but also embark upon this journey knowing fully well that there’s a team relentlessly working towards justice on your behalf. Own today – together with us at Carlson Bier.

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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 Wyanet

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Offering adept legal support for people of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Hospital Malpractice

Extending dedicated legal support for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Obligation

Managing cases involving unsafe products, delivering expert legal support to customers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Slip Incidents

Professional in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking compensation for their injuries.

Neonatal Injuries

Offering legal assistance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Collisions: Focused on helping patients of car accidents get just remuneration for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Mishaps

Specializing in providing representation for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Big Rig Incident

Providing adept legal services for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for harms.

Construction Site Crashes

Dedicated to representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Brain Injuries

Expert in delivering professional legal support for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Expertise in managing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unfair Death

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and experienced legal assistance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Injury

Specializing in supporting patients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal assistance to secure compensation.

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