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About Carlson Bier Associates

When seeking the services of a reputable Medical Malpractice attorney in Illinois, look no further than Carlson Bier. Our law firm specializes in championing for victims of medical negligence and malpractice, ensuring they get the justice they deserve. The prowess demonstrated by our experts is unmatched; with thorough investigation skills, extensive knowledge on medical cases and laws governing Alton jurisdiction – all critical tools for building a bulletproof case against liable parties. Drawing from immense courtroom experience, we excel at presenting compelling arguments that secure fair compensation for physical harm or emotional agony suffered due to negligent healthcare providers. We pride ourselves on personalized legal advice tailored to comprehend every detail of your traumatic ordeal, guaranteeing an unwavering dedication while asserting your rights through our legal stewardship. Trust Carlson Bier — not just as attorneys but also as compassionate allies committed to voicing out injustices within the complex labyrinth of law persistently until you receive fair vindication.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Alton Illinois

Medical malpractice is an atypical area of law, but unfortunate events can occur when we least expect it, leaving a lasting impact on our lives. A personal injury attorney group with a standout reputation in handling medical malpractice cases is the Carlson Bier Law Firm, based in Illinois. When you or your loved ones become victims to medical negligence resulting in harm and trauma, your search for justice must commence with a skilled legal representation that understands the intricacies of Illinois law regarding medical misconduct.

Here at Carlson Bier, we provide comprehensive advice and dynamic solutions tailored to your unique situation backed by decades of experience in dealing with healthcare providers’ errors. What sets us at par from others are not merely the significant verdicts achieved for our clients but also the profound understanding obtained through numerous interactions with victims – their anguish and their desire for justice.

The scope of medical malpractice may vary greatly. Some instances may involve misdiagnosis leading to incorrect treatment or excessive delay in identifying the correct illness causing further complications. In other scenarios, surgical errors might occur leading to severe patient injuries. Equipment failures or negligence on part of hospital staff such as not adequately monitoring vital signs could also result in fatalities.

• Mistaken diagnoses

• Surgical mishaps

• Improper treatments

• Hospital-acquired infections

• Medication mistakes

These are just exemplary circumstances under which one could seek rightful recompense due to unwarranted suffering caused by health care experts deviating from standard medical practices; each instance is unique and deserves individual attention.

At Carlson Bier, we believe understanding these fine nuances dictates how efficient a lawyer’s course of action will be while investigating allegations against hospitals or individuals involved. Our highly skilled attorneys delve deep into your case details appreciating every aspect from initial consultation through structured negotiation tactics aimed at ensuring justice served right up till trial representation if required.

Handling critical pieces of data such as patient histories, care plan deviations alongside expert testimonies forms an integral part of our holistic approach to ensure adequate compensation. We believe that any claim’s value should genuinely reflect the extent of detriment suffered and the future impacts on your life.

Observing strict adherence to Illinois laws, we expose medical malpractice, bolstering your chances for remuneration for losses incurred, like monetary hardships due to steep hospital bills, emotional tribulations from enduring prolonged illness or suffering from reduced capability impacting overall quality of life.

• Unpaid medical expenses

• Lost income and reduction in earning capacity

• Emotional and mental anguish

• Reduced quality of life

Our firm is committed towards securing justice for innocent victims subjected to negligence by professionals they trusted with their lives. We champion every client’s cause with immense passion thus reinforcing our stand as your reliable advocates amidst excruciating times.

As we understand the implications associated with negligent care are profound – both emotionally and financially – we embrace a strictly professional approach while leveraging compassionate sensibilities manifest in every step right from initial communication through intricate legal proceedings leading up to winning rightful compensations making us a personal injury law firm you can trust implicitly.

If you have faced wrongdoings at the hands of healthcare providers causing anguish-physical or psychological-it is important not just legally but morally too that you reach out seeking deserved justice thereby contributing towards ensuring betterment across the health industry as a whole. Please don’t hesitate to act if there could be more such cases hidden beneath facades predisposing unsuspecting patients laying trust in them. Reach out now! Click on the button below so we can help ascertain what your case may be worth easing burdens inflicted upon by unfortunate medical ineptitudes leading to unnecessary pain and suffering.

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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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Medical Malpractice FAQ​

Medical malpractice is negligence on the part of a healthcare professional that causes harm to a patient. Negligence occurs when a healthcare professional fails to meet the standard of care that is expected of them.

The most common types of medical malpractice include:

  • Misdiagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional fails to diagnose a patient’s condition correctly.
  • Delayed diagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional does not diagnose a patient’s condition until it is too late.
  • Surgical errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.
  • Medication errors: These errors can include prescribing the wrong medication, prescribing the wrong dosage, or failing to monitor a patient for side effects.
  • Anesthesia errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.

The signs and symptoms of medical malpractice can vary depending on the type of malpractice that occurred. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Unexplained injuries: This could include injuries that occurred during surgery or injuries that were not properly treated.
  • Worsening condition: If a patient’s condition worsens after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.
  • Unexpected death: If a patient dies unexpectedly after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.

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

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to correct injuries that were caused by medical malpractice.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of medical malpractice injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for medical malpractice if you have been injured due to the negligence of a healthcare professional. A medical malpractice 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 Alton

Cycling Accidents

Specializing in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or perilous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Supplying expert legal advice for victims of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Hospital Misconduct

Offering dedicated legal advice for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Obligation

Handling cases involving unsafe products, providing professional legal assistance to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Aged Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Stumble Accidents

Expert in managing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking recovery for their suffering.

Infant Damages

Supplying legal guidance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Accidents

Accidents: Concentrated on guiding victims of car accidents gain reasonable compensation for harms and impairment.

Bike Incidents

Specializing in providing representation for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Trucking Mishap

Providing professional legal advice for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Committed to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Neurological Harms

Dedicated to delivering compassionate legal assistance for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Harms

Specialized in handling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Committed to legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and experienced legal services to ensure restitution.

Backbone Harm

Committed to representing individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal representation to secure settlement.

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