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About Carlson Bier Associates

In Lovington, if you are seeking representation for a medical malpractice case, Carlson Bier is the expert firm to consider. Grounded in an unparalleled understanding of Illinois law, our skilled attorneys stand out with their commitment to justice and compassionate approach. Our dedicated team diligently work on every case involving misdiagnoses, surgical errors, or any form of medical negligence that negatively impacts your life. No stone goes unturned as we passionately fight for victim’s rights and strive for maximum compensation. What sets us apart from others? It has always been our key driving values – professionalism commonly admired by peer firms and personalized attention rarely found elsewhere; an indicator of how deeply we care about each client’s cause. The exacting standards employed at Carlson Bier have resulted in several high-profile victories against negligent healthcare providers across Illinois reinforcing why clients entrust us to deliver results in these sensitive matters. For Medical Malpractice legal concerns or consultations requiring astute advocacy focused on protecting rights while maximizing recovery potential, think no further than Carlson Bier.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Lovington Illinois

Whether you’re dealing with a personal injury case resulting from medical malpractice, or seeking assistance in navigating the complex laws surrounding such incidents, Carlson Bier – your trusted Illinois-based Personal Injury Attorney Group – is here to lend expertise and support. Medical malpractice is indeed a weighty matter that requires a solid understanding of its intricacies, and we understand not everyone may be familiar with its fundamentals.

At its core, medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional or institution breaches their duty of care towards a patient resulting in harm or injury. This breach can come in various forms including misdiagnosis, improper treatment, surgical errors, medication mistakes, or negligence during childbirth just to mention but a few examples. The consequences for patients vary significantly based on the nature and severity of the error made by these professionals.

Navigating through the complexities of medical malpractice law inherently demands one’s thorough knowledge regarding ‘Standard Care.’ It refers to what reasonably competent health care providers would have done under similar circumstances which helps determine whether there has been any deviation from established norms leading to any unfortunate circumstance. Moreover:

• A plaintiff must prove that an existing Doctor-Patient relationship was present

• Negligence led directly to the injury

• The damage caused as a result carried significant repercussions

At Carlson Bier we have vast experience juggling these legal aspects while never stepping back from ensuring our client’s rights are paramount throughout proceedings.

It is also vital for victims to know; Illinois operates under modified comparative negligence law which means if you’re found partially at fault for your injuries then your compensation will reduce proportionally. At Carlson Bier we take painstaking efforts to ensure all facets of your case will thoroughly investigated thereby building strong defense strategies highlighting unjustified blame placed upon clients.

The realm of possible compensation extends beyond blatant medical costs too: it incorporates loss of earnings due to illness or injury; mental anguish and suffering along with disruption caused impacting quality life. To comprehend how these factors might influence your claim, having a seasoned professional by your side can be invaluable.

The statute of limitations in Illinois for medical malpractice cases is usually within 2 years of the date when a patient becomes aware, or should have become aware of injury. It’s crucial to contact legal aid before this window runs out as expired claims may receive dismissal outright.

At Carlson Bier, we strive to dispel any lingering confusion surrounding your case; our expert team will help you comprehend and contest every element part-by-part till justice is served. While law language can seem arduously twisting and turning at times, rest assured that with us on board each step taken will be clearly communicated and diligently planned out. Your voyage through seeking reparations shouldn’t feel like plunging into an abyss rather journeying forward confidently full steam ahead.

We know that dealing with medical malpractice injuries is challenging both emotionally and financially. Our priority lies not merely behind processing paperwork but ensuring clients regain control over their lives following such traumatic events swiftly where their hope transitions into palpable solutions fulfilling their rightful justice.

Needless to say, ensuring competent representation from the initial stages dramatically simplifies the pursuit of retribution easing you back onto road recovery faster than one could potentially confront alone.

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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 Lovington

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Providing skilled legal support for people of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Healthcare Misconduct

Ensuring specialist legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Liability

Addressing cases involving faulty products, delivering professional legal help to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Abuse

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Fall Accidents

Specialist in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking redress for their injuries.

Birth Traumas

Delivering legal support for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to helping victims of car accidents gain appropriate compensation for hurts and damages.

Bike Incidents

Expert in providing representation for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Big Rig Collision

Offering experienced legal services for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for losses.

Building Site Mishaps

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

Brain Impairments

Expert in providing specialized legal assistance for clients suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Accidents

Specializing in legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Demise

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and adept legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Neural Impairment

Expert in representing individuals with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure justice.

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