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When your loved ones are subjected to nursing home abuse in Elmhurst, Carlson Bier is the promising recourse. With a sterling reputation in advocating for victims of elder negligence, our law firm will aggressively champion your case and shield the rights of seniors who have suffered from maltreatment. Nursing home abuse cases require astute understanding and legal deftness; exactly what the attorneys at Carlson Bier specialize in. Our Illinois-based team provides exceptional client-focused services, going beyond mere representation but also offering emotional support during these difficult moments. At Carlson Bier, we prioritize obtaining maximum compensation for clients while ensuring that perpetrators face rightful consequences under the toughest jurisdictions of elder care laws. We not only offer decades-long expertise but also tailor each strategy uniquely because every situation requires a distinct approach with attentively meticulous execution- proof of why we’re persistently rated top-tier within personal injury fields across Illinois and commensurate locales by consistently delivering successful outcomes in nursing home abuse instances. Trust Carlson Bier: let us turn this journey around from trauma to triumph.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Elmhurst Illinois

Taking a stand for the vulnerable elders in our society is of utmost importance to us at the Carlson Bier law firm. Alongside catering to various personal injury issues, we have fully dedicated ourselves toward addressing nursing home abuses covering all cities across Illinois – maintaining an ethical boundary by not clarifying or showcasing any specific city representation where we don’t maintain a physical office presence.

Nursing home abuse arises in various forms, and it’s imperative that everyone familiarize themselves with typical scenarios victims may suffer from. This often comes in the form of emotional distress, negligence causing bodily harm, and even financial exploitation. With about 5 million elders abused annually in the US according to National Council on Aging statistics, each case requires immediate attention and thorough investigation.

• Emotional distress: This could be due to ill treatment from care staff resulting in anxiety and depression among seniors.

• Physical harm: Injuries caused due to negligence or deliberate actions may include fractures, cuts or bed sores.

• Financial exploitation: Elders are susceptible targets for manipulation leading to theft or misuse of their money and resources.

At Carlson Bier, steer our focus toward making a real difference by assisting families involved in such complicated situations. We believe it’s the right of every elder individual to receive dignified treatment while ensuring their safety. So if your loved one seems distressed or exhibits signs of trauma without forthcoming explanations from their caretakers, you might be witnessing indicators of potential abuse. Changes like refusal talk openly or avoidance behavior should not go unnoticed; these can be reflections of profound fear generated from repeated mistreatment.

Preventing nursing home abuses doesn’t solely hinge upon understanding its nature but is also hugely reliant on actively addressing them when encountered. To reassure family members and provide legal support to these sufferers is exactly what drives our operations every single day here at Carlson Bier.

Knowing your legal rights plays an essential role when dealing with matters linked to nursing facilities’ wrongdoings. But acknowledging the same is often a complex task due to various responsibilities challenging our daily lives. Making this weightier issue a cornerstone, we as legal experts in this arena continuously strive for making these laws unambiguous and offer complete assistance throughout.

• Gain thorough understanding: Assisting you in gaining an explicit understanding of your loved one’s rights as per Illinois State Law.

• Pursuing justice: Ensuring justice by taking up cases involving elderly abuse at nursing homes, reviewing case evidence, and filing lawsuits if necessary.

• Navigating through complexities: Simplifying lawful jargon, abridging intricate procedures to help you comprehend every measure taken toward achieving rightful justice.

While knowing your right path ahead can be empowering on its own, having capable representation by your side doubles that strength. Our team is comprised of seasoned personal injury attorneys who have dedicated their careers towards such advocacy. We believe in doing what’s best for our clients – shedding light on malpractice, standing firmly against abusers and ensuring mistreated elders acquire deserved peace along with much-needed justice.

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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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Nursing Home | Elder Abuse FAQ​

The signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse or neglect can vary depending on the type of abuse or neglect that is occurring. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical abuse: This could include bruises, cuts, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Emotional abuse: This could include verbal abuse, intimidation, and isolation.
  • Sexual abuse: This could include sexual touching, intercourse, and other sexual acts.
  • Neglect: This could include malnutrition, dehydration, and poor hygiene.

If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home, you should:

  • Report your suspicions to the nursing home administrator.
  • Contact the local ombudsman, who is an advocate for nursing home residents.
  • File a complaint with the state’s department of health or human services.
  • Contact a nursing home abuse lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a family member of a nursing home abuse or neglect victim, you have the right to:

  • Visit your loved one at any time.
  • Have access to your loved one’s medical records.
  • Be informed of your loved one’s care plan and treatment.
  • File a complaint against the nursing home if you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for nursing home abuse or neglect if your loved one has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of the nursing home. A nursing home abuse 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 Elmhurst

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Fire Wounds

Providing skilled legal support for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Clinical Misconduct

Delivering expert legal services for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Obligation

Handling cases involving problematic products, extending adept legal services to customers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Misconduct

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

Tumble and Slip Occurrences

Specialist in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Harms

Offering legal aid for families affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Incidents: Committed to assisting sufferers of car accidents obtain reasonable payout for injuries and harm.

Scooter Incidents

Committed to providing legal assistance for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

18-Wheeler Accident

Offering specialist legal assistance for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for harms.

Construction Site Incidents

Focused on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Neurological Impairments

Committed to delivering compassionate legal services for victims suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Injuries

Adept at handling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unfair Demise

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and experienced legal representation to ensure justice.

Backbone Damage

Specializing in representing patients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal guidance to secure redress.

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