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About Carlson Bier Associates

When navigating the aftermath of birth injuries, it is crucial to secure experienced and compassionate legal representation. Carlson Bier, a noteworthy Illinois-based law firm specializing in personal injury claims, has made its mark in this sphere. Their exceptional track record testifies to their meticulous attention-to-detail and unswerving advocacy for justice. Notably proficient with birth injuries cases, they understand the emotional toll and complexity these sensitive situations entail.

With zealous commitment alongside unparalleled expertise, they guide families through each legal step diligently providing answers for your questions regarding medical costs recovery or negligence-related compensation pursuit. Engaging with Carlson Bier means engaging dedication wrapped within an impenetrable shield of professionalism offering individualized attention backed by decades of experience handling numerous birth injuries cases.

Expand your possibilities by partnering with a team known for their comprehensive understanding of state laws intricacies specifically those associated with birth injury-related litigations in Edgewood’s jurisdiction . Trusting Carlson Bier ensures you are not merely hiring attorneys but aligning yourself alongside advocates dedicated wholeheartedly towards helping you navigate during unpredictable times following childbirth complications. Embarking on this partnership promises confidence that justice will be sought relentlessly in courts while compassion remains at home assisting every family’s healing process.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Edgewood Illinois

Birth injuries can be a traumatically life-altering event for any family, causing not only emotional distress but potential lifelong medical complications and significant financial burden. The law firm of Carlson Bier is dedicated to helping families navigate through these difficult circumstances. We are an established personal injury attorney group based in Illinois with a committed focus on birth injury cases. Our aim is to provide robust advocacy for affected individuals while assuring them the utmost level of professional diligence.

We understand how devastating it can be when what should be one of the most joyous occasions in a parent’s life transforms into a time of turmoil and trauma owing to avoidable medical errors during childbirth. Many birth injuries occur due to malpractice or negligence from healthcare professionals, leading to severe conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Erb’s Palsy, Klumpke’s Palsy and Shoulder Dystocia among others.

Throughout this journey you do not need to feel alone; Carlson Bier persistently stands by your side provide comprehensive legal representation. We offer guidance from an initial evaluation of the case all the way through potentially seeking compensation where appropriate:

• Case Evaluation: We meticulously review medical records along with every detail about what led up to your baby’s injury.

• Determining Liability: If we find evidence showing that negligent birthing practices caused harm, we actively establish liability.

• Seeking Compensation: Whether negotiating settlement terms or battling through trial litigation, our team works tirelessly ensuring your best interests prevail at every turn.

Our clients’ welfare remains paramount throughout our service delivery so each explanation remains straightforward and transparent allowing ease-of-understanding at all levels – from legality specifics through compensation possibilities.

Navigating these complicated issues requires more than just lawyering skills – it needs empathy, patience, and exceptional communicative capabilities – traits embedded deeply within our firm’s ethos-making us uniquely suited toward dealing with sensitive subjects such as this. While no amount of money can erase heartache experienced, it can relieve some of the financial stress allowing you to focus on your child and family.

Every case holds its own individual complexities. With years of specialized experience in birth injury cases, our attorney team blends legal acumen with compassionate treatment ensuring you get top-tier service throughout every interaction.

Bringing a claim is never an easy decision or process but duty-bound we are toward ensuring responsible parties held accountable for their actions fostering better practices within the healthcare industry for future generations.

Remember that under Illinois law there are specific timelines related to submitting medical malpractice claims; any delay could jeopardize potential recovery outcomes so please – allow us the opportunity to help.

At Carlson Bier, we practice absolute transparency when it comes to our locality specifics: We’re Illinois based proudly serving clients from numerous cities within the state. Please note that while we aren’t physically situated in every city we serve we are bound by genuine commitment towards providing comprehensive legal support regardless of geographical limitations.

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Explore how much your case might be worth today; remember, taking a stand against negligence does more than bring accountability – it also paves safer roads for expectant families down the line. Partner with creative problem solvers who care at Carlson Bier because advocating for client rights sits right at heart’s center of everything we do.

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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 Edgewood

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Proficient in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or hazardous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Supplying adept legal assistance for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Healthcare Negligence

Ensuring professional legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Fault

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, offering skilled legal guidance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Malpractice

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Stumble Incidents

Professional in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking redress for their injuries.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal help for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Mishaps: Focused on assisting patients of car accidents get equitable compensation for harms and damages.

Bike Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal advice for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Truck Collision

Delivering specialist legal representation for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for injuries.

Construction Mishaps

Concentrated on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Head Harms

Focused on providing dedicated legal services for clients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in managing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Fatality

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and expert legal services to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Committed to advocating for clients with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal support to secure redress.

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