...
FREE CASE CONSULTATION
312.622.2900
Facebook-f Linkedin Google

Medical Malpractice Attorney in Clinton

Let Carlson Bier Fight For You

Over $50 Million in Recoveries

Google Guaranteed 5 Stars Advanced Local Service Ads Carlsonbier
Find Out if You Have a Case in 10 Seconds
Personal Injury Attorney Chicago
Personal Injury Lawyer Orland Park Illinois | Carlson Bier Associates

About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re faced with a medical malpractice situation, it is imperative to have legal representation that understands the intricacies of this demanding area. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law and excel specifically in cases involving medical negligence. Our skilled attorneys meticulously dissect your case, providing the finest legal assistance to ensure justice gets served. Over the years, our dedication has allowed us to increase our footprint within Illinois; Clinton city residents highly recommend us because of successful outcomes consistently achieved for those who were unfortunate victims of substandard healthcare or misdiagnosis errors by Health Care Professionals there. We bring forth extensive experience and an impressive track record advocating on behalf of individuals affected by Medical Malpractice incidents which not only secured compensation but also led to improved standards in local health care systems across Illinois State’s geographical expanse including Clinton City where we are warmly accepted as strong advocates for their rights while strictly adhering to all state rules and regulations. With Carlson Bier at your side- rest assured knowing you’re getting superior counsel from one of Illinois’ most trusted firms!

Meet Our Attorneys
About Carlson Bier

Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Clinton Illinois

Welcome to the law firm of Carlson Bier, your trusted authority for personal injury cases in Illinois. When it comes to dealing with the complexities and intricacies of Medical Malpractice law, our expertise is unrivaled.

Medical malpractice laws are established to protect patients’ rights to pursue compensation if they were injured as a result of negligence. Often, these cases revolve around whether or not a healthcare provider deviated from standards deemed acceptable by the medical community.

• Misdiagnosis: This situation arises when a doctor incorrectly identifies or fails entirely to diagnose an existent medical condition. Such missteps can lead to unnecessary treatments or delayed recovery.

• Surgical Errors: These encompass mistakes that occur during surgical procedures such as incorrect site surgery, unintended organ damage, or leaving foreign objects behind inside the patient’s body.

• Medication Errors: Imagine being dispatched wrong medication or administered an incorrect dose – Such lapses can harm rather than heal.

• Birth Injuries: Some medical irregularities during childbirth may lead to permanent physical conditions such as cerebral palsy amongst others which fall within this category of medical blunders.

Our team at Carlson Bier engages in thorough analysis and meticulous preparation proving beyond doubt where negligence occurred. But what sets us apart is our dedication towards advocating for you! We understand that such instances aren’t just about physical pain; they unravel emotional distress too. Hence, we work meticulously ensuring you get rightly compensated – covering aspects like loss of wages due to inability to work during recovery period along with recompense for other consequential losses resulting from the injury.

Throughout decades of our service here in Illinois, we have successfully secured significant financial recoveries for clients who suffered due to medical malpractice. Rightful compensation can make all difference in facilitating access intensive rehabilitative therapy or any specialized care needed promoting speedy recovery alongside alleviating substantial part of your worries during such trying times!

We always advise maintaining copious records after suffering injury due to potential medical malpractice. These could range from medical reports, prescription documentation right down to specifics around consultations. Every piece of document related to your case can help to construct a cogent argument for the same.

Here at Carlson Bier, we epitomize integrity and professionalism. Our fierce commitment towards our clients backed by our deep-seated understanding provides us with the acumen required in navigating this convoluted area of law. Do keep in mind that all discussions are confidential providing you a secure environment where your story is heard properly and each query answered comprehensively.

We commend you for taking time educating yourself about implications of medical malpractice: it’s indeed the first step towards ensuring justice! However, every situation is unique; hence comprehensive legal counsel tailored specifically around your scenario becomes pivotal.

Why not take the next most significant stride now? We invite you to explore further how Carlson Bier assists in such scenarios – And who knows what substantial difference bringing onboard skilled representation might make!

By clicking on the button below, find out an estimated compensation figure you might be entitled per legal provisions standard under Illinois state laws. Our proficient team eagerly awaits helping unravel your potential next steps ahead promptly!

Find Out How Much Your Case is Worth
Testimonials from Clients

Your Success Is Our Success

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.
Education & Information

Resources For Clinton Residents

Links

Legal Associations and Lawyer Services

Online Legal Resources and Directories

Specialized Services and Educational Resources

Legal Blogs
SEE MORE

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

All Attorney Services in Clinton

Areas of Practice in Clinton

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Focused on legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Damages

Extending expert legal services for victims of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Clinical Incompetence

Providing experienced legal services for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Liability

Addressing cases involving defective products, providing specialist legal assistance to individuals affected by defective items.

Aged Misconduct

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Fall Occurrences

Expert in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Damages

Supplying legal help for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Mishaps: Devoted to helping sufferers of car accidents receive just recompense for wounds and destruction.

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal support for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Truck Mishap

Providing expert legal services for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just claims for harms.

Building Crashes

Engaged in supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to extending expert legal representation for persons suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for clients who have suffered harms from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Dedicated to legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Fatality

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and professional legal assistance to ensure justice.

Backbone Damage

Focused on supporting individuals with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure justice.

Instant Case Evaluation

Contact Us Today if you need a Person Injury Lawyer

312-313-2440

cb
FREE CASE CONSULTATION

312.622.2900

The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.

© 2024 All Rights Reserved | Carlson Bier

Web Design By Bosseo​