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Facing a nursing home abuse case in Orland Hills? The compassionate and seasoned attorneys of Carlson Bier are poised to offer the legal help you need. We dedicate our professional expertise to the pursuit of justice for victims of Nursing Home Abuse that threatened their health, security, dignity and overall well-being. Every elderly person deserves respect, safety, and quality care; abuses contrasting these deserved basics should be challenged legally with relentless force. Our attorneys have garnered extensive knowledge on Illinois’ complex laws pertaining to elder-care institutions – your fight becomes ours as we comb through every detail ensuring nothing is overlooked. You deserve an advocate who will stand up for your rights passionately – that’s what makes us unique at Carlson Bier! Trusting us means aligning with a law group famed for its commitment to yield positive results swiftly yet meticulously. Tread no further than choosing Carlson Bier if you seek impactful representation concerning nursing home abuse within Orland Hills.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Orland Hills Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury legal issues and pride ourselves as advocates for victims of Nursing Home Abuse in Illinois. Our mission is to protect the rights and dignity of elderly individuals who often find themselves vulnerable and unable to safeguard their interests.

Nursing home abuse has become a growing concern worldwide with an increasing aged population. This alarming uptick emphasizes the dire need for enhanced legal representation dedicated to this critical area, something that our seasoned team at Carlson Bier proudly provides. We are committed to working tirelessly on your behalf or that of your loved ones suffering nursing home abuse.

Our team painstakingly investigates every aspect of your case, bringing a wealth of experience across numerous facets, including:

• Emotional & Psychological Abuse – Berating or belittling a patient, isolating them from others

• Physical Misuse – Gratuitous use of physical force such as hitting, slapping, pinching

• Sexual Misconduct – Non-consensual contact involving explicit acts

• Neglect – Failure to provide necessary care leading to unnecessary harm

The above forms can lead to serious mental anguish and deteriorating health conditions that could even be fatal if left unchecked.

Defining nursing home abuse more broadly encompasses any action causing injury or harm resulting from negligent attention or intentional abusive behavior by the caregiver towards the resident. It’s crucial to monitor carefully and report immediately any unusual signs occurring within nursing homes. Some prevalent indicators include unexplained injuries such as bruises, burns or abrasions; sudden changes in weight; hygiene-related problems like infections; abrupt emotional withdrawal; reluctance toward certain caregivers; or unexpected financial discrepancies.

Our dedicated team at Carlson Bier is well-versed in Illinois law and adept at navigating its complexities while maintaining vigilant watch over regulatory updates. We ensure that justice prevails by holding those responsible accountable for their actions while helping recover maximum compensation possible for incurred damages socially, medically, emotionally, psychologically.

We understand dealing with these situations can be confusing, emotionally draining and financially burdensome. Therefore, our approach hinges on a strong pillar of compassionate guidance fortified by persistent legal pursuit. Our lawyers stand ready to navigate the intricate path of litigation step-by-step alongside you, making sure that your case receives the attention it deserves.

Moreover, continual collaboration and case progress transparency form the bedrock of our client-centric approach at Carlson Bier. Keep in mind while working with us; we bear most upfront costs associated with these cases as we operate primarily on a contingency basis – this means if there is no recovery, there are no fees paid.

The welkin ring of justice reverberates through every action taken by our team here at Carlson Bier – because everyone deserves dignity and respect. Let us help you pursue the justice deserved for nursing home abuse victims in Illinois without further ado.

Your journey toward seeking reparation begins here; don’t allow this ordeal’s turmoil to hold you back from receiving justice or deterred by potential complexities – you are not alone. We invite you to discover what pursuing a claim could mean for yourself or your loved one suffering nursing home abuse. By clicking the button below, explore how much your case might be worth- where a detailed analysis from one of our expert personal injury attorneys awaits. Remember that time can be an essential factor in these cases – so make haste today in paving forward the path towards victory against injustice tomorrow!

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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 Orland Hills

Cycling Incidents

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

Fire Damages

Extending specialist legal services for victims of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Clinical Malpractice

Providing dedicated legal support for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Accountability

Managing cases involving problematic products, extending professional legal services to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Tumble Injuries

Adept in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Injuries

Delivering legal support for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Mishaps: Concentrated on assisting sufferers of car accidents receive just payout for harms and losses.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

18-Wheeler Crash

Offering specialist legal representation for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Construction Mishaps

Dedicated to advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Specializing in offering compassionate legal support for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Skilled in addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Committed to legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unfair Loss

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and expert legal services to ensure fairness.

Spine Injury

Specializing in representing persons with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal services to secure justice.

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