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Dealing with birth injuries can be an incredibly emotional and overwhelming experience. Trust in Carlson Bier, Illinois’ leading law firm focusing on birth injury cases to help alleviate this burden. Experienced, compassionate and dedicated, our attorneys strive for justice with meticulous attention to every nuance of your case. What sets Carlson Bier apart is the unique combination of vast legal knowledge complemented by personal commitment towards our clients’ well-being – a distinct advantage in navigating the complexity of birth injury laws. Our proficiency extends beyond just the courtroom; we are tireless advocates for safer medical practices and legislations that protect newborns from preventable harm. Based on past successful outcomes, residents throughout Oreana have placed their trust in us when dealing with such life-altering events – recognizing us as steadfast allies during these challenging times. At Carlson Bier, each case isn’t merely about winning; it’s about advocating full-tilt towards a brighter tomorrow for affected families across state boundaries.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Oreana Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier. As dedicated personal injury attorneys, we specialize in birth injuries and serve the residents of Illinois with absolute dedication. We fervently believe in the importance of educating our clients about their potential case.

Birth injuries can occur due to numerous reasons which include medical negligence, lack of proper care during pregnancy, or mistakes committed during delivery. They can have a profound long-term effect on both the child and parents—be it physically, emotionally, or financially. The most prevalent types are cerebral palsy, Erb’s Palsy (Brachial Plexus Injuries), forceps delivery injuries, and perinatal asphyxia amongst others.

• Cerebral Palsy affects movement control and muscle coordination.

• Erb’s Palsy involves damage to nervous system impacting an arm’s motion and growth.

• Forceps Delivery Injury could lead to skull fractures or facial palsy.

• Perinatal Asphyxia happens when insufficient oxygen reaches baby’s brain close to or during birth.

Despite being heartbreaking situations for families thrust into these circumstances due to no fault of their own—they should know they have legal recourse. Our team at Carlson Bier has extensive experience dealing with numerous cases involving birth injuries leading us to explore every possibility where your rights might have been violated.

Personal injury law in Illinois provides protection for victims through compensation for their sufferings—both physical and mental trauma due its wide umbrella covering not only present medical bills but future projected ones too considering child’s current condition along with pain & suffering endured plus loss of enjoyment in life caused by said injury necessitating caregiver cost coverage if needed down the line for assistance.

Our proficient legal team will meticulously review all aspects related to your claim ensuring maximum compensation is acquired while you focus solely on helping your little one recover from this unfortunate event. Essentially —our goal is simplifying an otherwise complex process guaranteeing a smoother resolution having your best interest in mind always overriding any frustrations that might come otherwise dealing with medical bills or insurance companies solely on your own.

Remember, even if you suspect a birth injury, but are unsure, it is vastly beneficial to consult legal counsel such as ourselves for further clarity. This investigation will help in not just making an informed decision about pursuing legal action—but empowering you with vital knowledge about the scenario boosting your confidence handling these distressing times per se.

Pursuing a claim involving birth injuries can be overwhelming considering emotional toll ingrained all throughout this process already fraught with complexities hence we encourage seeking professional legal advice promptly. A timely informed decision making approach would prove advantageous both ways—legally via establishing a stronger case whilst personally by feeling supported during this emotionally challenging period overall.

At Carlson Bier, we consider our clients as an integral part of our extended family wherein alleviating your stress while actively seeking justice remains central focus of our mission. Only when you feel encouraged and hopeful—we believe our job is well done so together let’s seek what rightfully should belong to you—justice & peace mind alike through legally enforceable rights granted by Illinois law designed toward protecting the vulnerable in situations such as yours.

Now that you have familiarized yourself with some aspects of birth injuries—it’s time for taking actionable steps ensuring protection for loved ones impacted here when they most need us. We invite you to click on the button below to find out how much your case could potentially be worth under personal injury law within Illinois guidelines relating specifically aimed addressing birth injuries related claims thereby embarking onto this journey towards obtaining due justice together partnered alongside enduring commitment displayed at team Carlson Bier always having its clients best interests at heart.

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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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Birth Injuries FAQ

The most common birth injuries include:

  • Cerebral palsy: This is a group of disorders that affect movement and coordination.
  • Erb’s palsy: This is a nerve injury that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm and hand.
  • Brachial plexus palsy: This is a group of nerve injuries that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm, shoulder, and hand.
  • Spinal cord injuries: These injuries can cause paralysis or weakness below the waist.
  • Traumatic brain injuries: These injuries can cause a variety of physical, cognitive, and emotional problems.

Birth injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Medical malpractice: This can include mistakes made by doctors during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.
  • Oxygen deprivation: This can occur if the baby does not get enough oxygen during pregnancy or labor.
  • Physical trauma: This can occur if the baby is injured during labor or delivery.
  • Birth defects: Some birth injuries are caused by birth defects.

The signs and symptoms of a birth injury can vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Weakness or paralysis: This may be in one or more limbs.
  • Seizures
  • Breathing problems
  • Feeding problems
  • Developmental delays
  • Learning disabilities

The treatment options for birth injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Medications
  • Supportive care

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your child was injured due to medical malpractice or another factor. A birth injury lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Oreana

Bicycle Collisions

Focused on legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Flame Damages

Offering skilled legal help for victims of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Fault

Dealing with cases involving defective products, supplying professional legal guidance to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Neglect

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Tumble Injuries

Skilled in managing trip accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking recovery for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

Providing legal aid for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Incidents: Committed to guiding sufferers of car accidents receive just remuneration for wounds and losses.

Motorcycle Accidents

Committed to providing legal services for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Trucking Mishap

Providing professional legal support for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for losses.

Building Collisions

Dedicated to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Neurological Injuries

Expert in ensuring specialized legal assistance for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Specialized in dealing with cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Wrongful Death

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and adept legal representation to ensure justice.

Vertebral Injury

Expert in representing individuals with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal services to secure redress.

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