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At Carlson Bier, we champion the rights of families touched by birth injuries, with an unbending commitment to justice and unmatched expertise in serving Altamont community’s legal needs. Specializing in serious injury cases that result from medical negligence during delivery, our team pools its many years of experience to achieve optimal outcomes for clients. Birth injury is a complex topic fraught with emotional hardship; however, our seasoned attorneys navigate this challenging terrain deftly and empathetically on your behalf. We meticulously analyze every fact relating to possible birth trauma ensuring all possible causes are investigated thoroughly. While each case often involves uniquely complicated variables such as placental problems or umbilical cord complications, you can trust that Carlson Bier will pursue every viable avenue for compensation suited ideally for your situation. Our esteemed firm steadfastly advocates for clients’ rights while upholding the highest ethical standards within Illinois laws. Place confidence in us when seeking robust representation because at Carlson Bier- where you find unwavering dedication coupled with exceptional knowledge- we make your fight ours.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Altamont Illinois

With over two decades of dedication, passion, and tenacity, Carlson Bier has been relentlessly safeguarding the rights of individuals and families facing life-altering challenges due to birth injuries. We are a team of experienced personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, that brings a wealth of knowledge at your service to assist you through this difficult journey.

Birth injuries are medical complications that occur during labor or delivery causing potential harm to the baby. These injuries can range from mild – having minimal lasting effects – to severe conditions such as cerebral palsy and Erb’s Palsy. Given the complexity involved in analyzing such cases, it’s important to involve experienced attorneys who will not only unravel these complexities but also help provide substantial restitution for the damage incurred.

At Carlson Bier, we have developed proficiency in handling an extensive suite of birth injury incidents:

• Cerebral Palsy: A neurological disorder brought about by damage to a developing brain.

• Brachial Plexus Injuries (Erb’s Palsy): Involving nerves responsible for arm movements which can result in restriction on movement.

• Oxygen Deprivation: Lack of adequate oxygen supply leading potentially to brain damages.

• Forceps & Vacuum Extractions: They can cause physical trauma like skull fractures or nerve damages.

This list represents just a fraction of situations we’ve worked; if your experience doesn’t fall neatly into one box, please reach out nonetheless.

Navigating through what is often considered unchartered territory shouldn’t be done without guidance underpinned by professional expertise. Our experienced team conducts exhaustive inspections – collecting all relevant documents and evidences while also enlisting the input from medical experts – forming an integral part of our process in determining liability with precision. Once determined whether physicians adhered correctly to medical standards or if negligence was indeed at play; following can be expected:

• Sound Legal Advice

We advocate for you! Providing honest assessments after examining every pertinent detail thereby comprehensively highlighting your legal standings.

• Legal Representation

We contest on your behalf aggressively and respectfully, negotiating the best possible settlements and, when necessary, litigating in court for fair justice.

• Assured Privacy

Understanding the sensitivity these cases bring; we prioritize client confidentiality guaranteeing you privacy at every stage of this process.

Your journey to healing should not be encumbered with excessive financial worries. Thus, our offering comes as a contingency fee model – meaning our payment is contingent on securing compensation for you. Therefore, you pay no initial fees and if compensation isn’t secured for you – we charge nothing!

Birth injuries can have lifelong implications. Seeking actionable recourse is often more than just about acquiring monetary assistance; it’s also an endeavor that brings one step closer to closure allowing oneself a chance to regain some semblance of normality post these difficult times. Remember time plays a critical role in presenting injury cases so act fast! The sooner you reach out to us the earlier we can initiate action.

As dedicated personal injury attorneys from Illinois – Carlson Bier stands committed towards making this daunting journey a bit less strenuous well ensuring all culprits responsible for such devastating consequences face due legal repercussions reinforcing faith within the system besides deterring similar actions in future by holding entities accountable today!

At Carlson Bier, we believe there’s merit behind every birth injury case deserving comprehensive validation before it is classified as negligence or an unfortunate accident. Your experience matters; let’s ensure it echoes across relevant quarters adopting appropriate legal procedures! Feel free to click on the button below and evaluate how much your case might be worth because everyone deserves fair representation and adequate compensation! Trust us as countless families have done before – trust Carlson Bier because You Matter To Us!

(Note: Please note that any reference made does not imply existence of our personal injury law services within Altamont.)

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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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Birth Injuries FAQ

The most common birth injuries include:

  • Cerebral palsy: This is a group of disorders that affect movement and coordination.
  • Erb’s palsy: This is a nerve injury that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm and hand.
  • Brachial plexus palsy: This is a group of nerve injuries that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm, shoulder, and hand.
  • Spinal cord injuries: These injuries can cause paralysis or weakness below the waist.
  • Traumatic brain injuries: These injuries can cause a variety of physical, cognitive, and emotional problems.

Birth injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Medical malpractice: This can include mistakes made by doctors during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.
  • Oxygen deprivation: This can occur if the baby does not get enough oxygen during pregnancy or labor.
  • Physical trauma: This can occur if the baby is injured during labor or delivery.
  • Birth defects: Some birth injuries are caused by birth defects.

The signs and symptoms of a birth injury can vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Weakness or paralysis: This may be in one or more limbs.
  • Seizures
  • Breathing problems
  • Feeding problems
  • Developmental delays
  • Learning disabilities

The treatment options for birth injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Medications
  • Supportive care

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your child was injured due to medical malpractice or another factor. A birth injury 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 Altamont

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Giving skilled legal assistance for people of grave burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Physician Misconduct

Providing professional legal advice for clients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Liability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, supplying adept legal assistance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Misconduct

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

Fall & Slip Mishaps

Expert in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Damages

Supplying legal support for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Mishaps: Committed to supporting victims of car accidents receive just recompense for wounds and harm.

Scooter Crashes

Committed to providing representation for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Trucking Crash

Ensuring expert legal representation for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for losses.

Building Mishaps

Engaged in supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cognitive Injuries

Dedicated to extending compassionate legal advice for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Skilled in handling cases for clients who have suffered harms from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Committed to legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unjust Loss

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and expert legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Damage

Dedicated to representing individuals with paralysis, offering dedicated legal support to secure justice.

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