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Carlson Bier, a reputable law practice committed to safeguarding your rights and interest in Illinois, deeply understands the distress caused by nursing home abuse. We possess a wealth of experience resolving such cases with compassion and tenacity. With our commitment to justice, we tirelessly ensure that elderly loved ones live with dignity they deserve by holding abusive care providers accountable for their actions or negligence. Our team specializes in advocating for victims of all forms of nursing home abuse including negligent care, physical harm, emotional maltreatment, financial exploitation amongst others. As champions against injustices borne out of uncaring environments we strive towards achieving maximum compensation for damage suffered thereby offering elderly victims hope for the future whilst peeling back layers upon layers of mistreatment within this sector across Martinsville’s communities. Trust us at Carlson Bier: Your advocates where you most need legal support when standing up against nursing home abuses that wound the soul.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Martinsville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the importance and gravity of standing up for you or your loved one’s rights when it comes to resolving cases involving Nursing Home Abuse in Illinois. We are here not only as defenders but also as advocates who strive to shape a safer and more respectful environment for our elderly community members.

A deep respect for the dignity of each individual fuels our unwavering commitment towards securing rightful justice for victims of nursing home abuse. While nobody wants to imagine their loved ones being mistreated, the unfortunate reality is that nursing home abuse is a prevalent issue across America today, even here in Illinois. Atrocities such as physical harm, emotional maltreatment, neglect or abandonment, sexual assault, financial exploitation – all fall under this distressing category.

• Physical Harm manifests through evident signs like cuts or bruises, frequent infections and illnesses.

• Emotional Maltreatment refers to actions that cause emotional pain or distress like intimidation or humiliation.

• Neglect/Abandonment includes ignoring the senior’s basic needs such as food, shelter and medical attention.

• Sexual Abuse involves unwanted sexual views or actions by caregivers

• Financial Exploitation denotes unauthorized use of an elder’s funds or assets.

It is vital to be aware that all these are against both moral integrity and legal statutes; therefore acknowledging them can be an efficient starting point towards gaining justice. However, understanding these forms of abuse isn’t enough. Timely action is essential.

Carlson Bier excels at bringing abusers before law with unbeatable conviction and expertise—armed with impressive skillsets honed by extensive experience dealing with personal injury cases within Illinois jurisdiction. Our team thoroughly investigates all claims from start to finish ensuring no stone remains unturned promising fair restitution according to state laws for incurred damages.

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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 Martinsville

Bicycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Burn Traumas

Offering specialist legal help for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Delivering specialist legal support for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Responsibility

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, supplying expert legal assistance to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Abuse

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Trip Accidents

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking restitution for their losses.

Childbirth Traumas

Supplying legal guidance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Crashes: Committed to aiding individuals of car accidents obtain appropriate remuneration for damages and harm.

Motorcycle Collisions

Committed to providing representation for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

18-Wheeler Collision

Offering experienced legal advice for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for damages.

Construction Crashes

Focused on defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Cerebral Harms

Committed to providing professional legal representation for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Focused on legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Fatality

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Expert in assisting individuals with backbone trauma, offering expert legal representation to secure settlement.

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