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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate event of nursing home abuse in Antioch, securing steadfast legal representation is crucial. In these delicate situations, let Carlson Bier be your beacon of hope and your assertive advocate. As a distinguished group within Illinois’s personal injury law landscape, we present an unwavering commitment to pursue justice for victims of nursing home exploitation. Our team’s collective approach leverages decades’ worth of litigation experience against caregiver negligence and misconduct. Meticulously guided by constant research on changing legislation and consistent advocacy training, our attorneys ensure robust representation for clients across the state that need it most urgently. At Carlson Bier, we place profound value on human dignity–fighting relentlessly to safeguard it when others fail miserably at their duty of care responsibilities towards our elders. With us by your side throughout this challenging journey aiming to restore peace after harrowing instances of mistreatment or neglect in caregiving environments shows why considering Carlson Bier as your foremost choice proves invaluable.

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Nursing Home Abuse Attorney in Antioch, IL

Have you noticed a decline in your loved one’s health or well-being while residing in a nursing home in Antioch, Illinois? They may be experiencing neglect or abuse.
Carlson Bier Associates understands the emotional toll and devastation nursing home abuse can cause. Our experienced Antioch nursing home abuse attorneys are dedicated to holding negligent facilities accountable and securing the compensation your loved one deserves.

Why Choose Our Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers?

  • Experienced and Dedicated: Our Antioch nursing home abuse attorneys have a proven track record of success in holding negligent facilities accountable.
  • Compassionate Representation: We understand the emotional challenges associated with nursing home abuse and provide personalized support throughout the legal process.
  • Relentless Advocacy: We will fight tirelessly to get justice for your loved one and secure the compensation they deserve.
  • Free Consultations: We offer free consultations to discuss your case with an Antioch nursing home abuse attorney.

Signs of Nursing Home Abuse

Recognizing the signs of nursing home abuse can be difficult. Here are some common indicators:

  • Unexplained physical injuries, such as bed sores, bruises, or malnutrition
  • Sudden changes in behavior or mood (depression, anxiety, withdrawal)
  • Poor hygiene or unsanitary living conditions
  • Dehydration or malnourishment
  • Unexplained medication errors

What We Can Do to Help

If you suspect your loved one is being abused or neglected in an Antioch nursing home, our nursing home abuse lawyers at Carlson Bier Associates can help. We will:

  • Conduct a thorough investigation: We will gather evidence, interview witnesses, and work with medical professionals to build a strong case.
  • Hold negligent facilities accountable: We will fight to ensure the facility is held responsible for its actions and your loved one receives proper care.
  • Fight for maximum compensation: We will pursue compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
  • Advocate for your loved one: We will be your voice throughout the legal process, ensuring your loved one’s needs are prioritized.

Nursing Home Abuse Attorney Near Me in Antioch, IL

If you’re looking for a nursing home abuse attorney near you in Antioch, Illinois, look no further than Carlson Bier Associates. Contact Carlson Bier Associates today for a free consultation. We will fight for your loved one’s rights and hold the negligent facility accountable.

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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; and 3 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, and 2 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, and 2 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 Antioch

Bike Accidents

Proficient in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Fire Damages

Extending skilled legal support for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Physician Malpractice

Delivering professional legal services for victims affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving defective products, providing expert legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Aged Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Trip Incidents

Specialist in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking justice for their damages.

Childbirth Wounds

Offering legal aid for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Concentrated on supporting individuals of car accidents secure appropriate remuneration for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Semi Mishap

Delivering experienced legal advice for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Harms

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal representation for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Harms

Proficient in tackling cases for people who have suffered damages from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Death

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Neural Damage

Expert in assisting persons with paralysis, offering expert legal services to secure compensation.

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