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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to seeking justice for nursing home abuse in Oakwood Hills, look further than Carlson Bier. We are a law firm renowned for asserting the rights of elder residents and securing deserved compensations. Our committed team takes pride in understanding your complex challenges and offering tailored solutions that prioritize your interests above all else. Over years of practice, we have successfully proven neglect, physical abuse or violations against resident’s rights resulting in substantial recoveries for our clients throughout Illinois—with many cases tried near Oakwood Hills—gaining us credibility as the trusted associate you need on your side during such tough times. At Carlson Bier, every case is personalized; our strategies customized expressing empathy while ensuring undeterred advocacy towards requited compensation and highest standard care for victims of nursing home abuses like yours. Make sure not to trust any form lesser than perfection when dealing with unfortunate incidents at an institution designed to safeguard loved ones: Trust nothing less than Carlson Bier.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Oakwood Hills Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to protecting your rights and the rights of your loved ones from abuses that occur in nursing homes within Illinois. A personal injury law firm with polished expertise and a commitment to deliver justice, we recognize the unfortunate prominence of nursing home abuse in our society. We understand the profound trust you put into care facilities and how devastating it can be when that trust is broken.

Nursing home abuse comes in various forms including physical harm, emotional distress, sexual assault as well as neglect. Imagine entrusting an institution to care for your loved one only to discover they have been mistreated – a thought no less than a nightmare. Nursing home residents are entitled by law to adequate care; any violation of these rights constitutes abuse or neglect.

Our experienced attorneys at Carlson Bier take every case seriously. We ardently work on each detail behind the scenes so you can focus on recovery and rebuilding without worrying about unnecessary legal stressors. Our team has years of experience handling complex issues associated with nursing home abuses such as:

• Identifying signs of physical or emotional abuses

• Understanding medical records

• Engaging efficient investigators

• Collecting evidence substantiating abuse claims

We aim not just to win cases but also create awareness about this disheartening issue facing our communities today – empowering families and helping them navigate through such challenges.

In seeking recourse for violations endured in nursing homes, time is essential; statutes governing these acts typically require immediate action once discovered. The sooner you consult us after spotting potential maltreatment signs, the quicker we begin taking steps towards securing relief.

You might question whether you need legal representation if suspecting elder abuse in a senior care facility or nursing home environment? Never downplay concerns based on dignity violations – often leading indicators signaling greater underlying problems like systemic neglect or chronic substandard treatment amongst staff members.

Fighting for those unable to protect themselves echoes through every verdict delivered at Carlson Bier – it’s our promise to stand with you. We don’t only seek compensation but also policy changes, driving organizations towards sense of responsibility and best practices.

As experienced personal injury attorneys, we understand the nuances within Illinois law that govern nursing home cases – an intricate knowledge crucial in successfully representing clients who’ve faced abuses under care facilities’ watch.

In crafting our legal strategy, we draw from exhaustive research into specifics surrounding each case, combined with the broad spectrum of experience earned over years advocating for victims against ill-treatment in various care settings. Your fight becomes ours – every step of your journey is taken together, ensuring that justice is delivered promptly and effectively.

Count on Carlson Bier for formidable representation as you confront the complex pathway to justice following occurrences of nursing home abuse. Our distinct mix of empathy coupled with dogged determination essentially parts ways for robust representation passing muster even amidst toughest challenges thrown up during litigation cycles. Remember, our primary goal remains bringing offenders to account while securing fair settlements guaranteeing brighter futures beyond dread exuded by nursing homes supposed to nurture rather than inflict harm.

While it can be overwhelming witnessing mistreatment meted out onto a dear one or worse still being at receiving end inside what’s perceived as safe confines, bear in mind opting silence merely compounds pain endured; far removed from deterring recurrence.

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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 Oakwood Hills

Bike Collisions

Focused on legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Extending adept legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Hospital Carelessness

Delivering expert legal advice for clients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Responsibility

Handling cases involving defective products, offering skilled legal guidance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Neglect

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Fall Incidents

Skilled in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking redress for their injuries.

Birth Injuries

Extending legal help for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Incidents

Crashes: Concentrated on guiding clients of car accidents receive just recompense for injuries and losses.

Motorcycle Incidents

Expert in providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring expert legal advice for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Dedicated to assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in offering compassionate legal support for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Skilled in addressing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Focused on legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and experienced legal support to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Damage

Dedicated to advocating for patients with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal services to secure justice.

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