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When dealing with medical malpractice issues, you need the assurance of a proficient lawyer. In Stewardson, Carlson Bier is your most dependable choice for such exigencies. We are a distinguished personal injury law firm engaged extensively in the field of medical malpractice litigation. Our attorney team holds paramount expertise and understanding to navigate complex legal matters comprehensively and ensure an adventitious outcome for your case. At Carlson Bier, we foster high ethical standards coupled with devotion to justice – enabling us to present robust representation tailored to our clients’ unique needs effectively. Having supported countless victims’ quests for compensation due awards from medical negligence across Illinois state, we have accumulated significant experience and proficiency inevitable in establishing an unparalleled standing amongst peers and clients alike. And while facing your unfortunate circumstance may be strenuous; collaborating with our astute practitioners at Carlson Bier strengthens the certainty of securing fair redressal potential only from trailblazing advocates exemplifying supreme tenacity towards upholding victims rights above all else.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Stewardson Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a trusted team of dedicated personal injury attorneys based in Illinois. Specializing in the intricate and highly consequential terrain of Medical Malpractice, our primary objective is to offer the most accurate and comprehensive legal guidance to those who need it most. Medical malpractice represents professional negligence by healthcare providers that can lead to severe injuries or even death. It not only shatters your trust in medical professionals but also bears grave consequences for your health and finances.

Having dissected hundreds of medical malpractice cases over the years, we have identified several common forms these incidents frequently take shape as:

• Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis

• Surgical errors including performing unnecessary surgery

• Incorrect prescription dosage or dispensing wrong medication

• Postoperative negligence leading to infections

At first glance, proving a case of medical malpractice might seem straightforward; taking into consideration the evidentiary requirements under Illinois law, however, reveals just how complex these proceedings truly are. A solid case often hinges upon demonstrating: one – that there was indeed a violation of standard care; two – this breach directly caused an injury which led; three – to significant harm either through pain and suffering, financially crippling medical bills, or enduring hardship.

A pivotal characteristic differentiating us at Carlson Bier is our comprehensive understanding of Illinois’ laws pertaining to medical malpractice suits. Sanctuary laws exist in our state that limits liability for healthcare providers in certain situations which laymen may possibly overlook while presenting their case. Our skillful application of legal know-how consistently aids us in escaping such pitfalls.

Beyond robust knowledge-based advocacy characterized by expertise(that’s concise), what marks us as unique is our compassionate approach towards clients confronting unfortunate circumstances powered by negligence on the part of trusted healthcare givers. We are sensitive listeners intent on understanding every essential detail about your traumatic ordeal involving medical mishaps—prioritizing open communication establishes an effective attorney-client relationship conducive for optimal results.

Furthermore, as personal injury advisors, we operate on a contingency fee basis. Essentially, you won’t incur any upfront cost for our services—our fees are a percentage of the settlement or court award procured in your favor—a testament to our confidence fuelled by past victories.

Every second counts when capturing justice in medical malpractice cases owing to Illinois’ strict ‘statute of limitations,’ which enforces a deadline for filing such lawsuits. Victims have only two years from the moment they became aware (or should reasonably have been aware) of their injuries to file suit. Thus, acting promptly is paramount.

Consider this—just as every individual differs so does each case; therefore getting adept legal advice tailored to your unique situation strikes as essential. At Carlson Bier, we pledge consequential legal counsel honed over years of practice that encapsulates complex information in digestible strategies defined for achieving quicker settlements or triumphant courtroom outcomes.

If you have endured pain and anguish due to medical negligence, now might be time you hold accountable those responsible while securing financial help critical for recovery and moving forward. The potential worth associated with your specific case can provide invaluable insight into what you might expect moving forward—seize control of your destiny by discovering just how much your case could potentially be worth right away. Click on the button below and let Carlson Bier become an ally in pursuing justice today!

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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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Medical Malpractice FAQ​

Medical malpractice is negligence on the part of a healthcare professional that causes harm to a patient. Negligence occurs when a healthcare professional fails to meet the standard of care that is expected of them.

The most common types of medical malpractice include:

  • Misdiagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional fails to diagnose a patient’s condition correctly.
  • Delayed diagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional does not diagnose a patient’s condition until it is too late.
  • Surgical errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.
  • Medication errors: These errors can include prescribing the wrong medication, prescribing the wrong dosage, or failing to monitor a patient for side effects.
  • Anesthesia errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.

The signs and symptoms of medical malpractice can vary depending on the type of malpractice that occurred. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Unexplained injuries: This could include injuries that occurred during surgery or injuries that were not properly treated.
  • Worsening condition: If a patient’s condition worsens after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.
  • Unexpected death: If a patient dies unexpectedly after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.

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

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to correct injuries that were caused by medical malpractice.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of medical malpractice injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for medical malpractice if you have been injured due to the negligence of a healthcare professional. A medical malpractice 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 Stewardson

Bike Collisions

Specializing in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Offering professional legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Clinical Incompetence

Delivering specialist legal representation for persons affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Accountability

Addressing cases involving defective products, extending adept legal assistance to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Misconduct

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Tumble Accidents

Skilled in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking compensation for their losses.

Birth Traumas

Providing legal support for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to supporting clients of car accidents obtain fair compensation for hurts and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Truck Crash

Extending expert legal assistance for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just claims for hurts.

Building Mishaps

Concentrated on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Cognitive Harms

Dedicated to extending dedicated legal advice for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Committed to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and adept legal representation to ensure compensation.

Backbone Trauma

Expert in representing victims with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure redress.

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