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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the realm of medical malpractice law, Carlson Bier stands as a beacon of full-throated advocacy and unwavering commitment to justice. With an impressive track record extending throughout Illinois, our practice has been deemed exemplary by fellow attorneys and clients alike. Your decision to engage Carlson Bier pledges you extensive legal expertise that proficiently navigates the complexities inherent in medical malpractices cases. We invest personal attention into each case; understanding its unique elements before formulating comprehensive strategies that align with your specific needs and objectives. Our unwavering devotion extends beyond filing claims or fighting for settlements – it encompasses seeking maximum restitution so as to assure a promising tomorrow for every client we proudly serve. In Altona, where healthcare is synonymous with trust, fostering this level of confidence demands relentless pursuit towards truthfulness and justice: virtues strongly echoed by us here at Carlson Bier. If ever faced with potential medical malpractice dilemmas, know well that the team at Carlson Bier waits ready to champion your cause ensuring beneficial outcomes always prevail.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Altona Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are your trusted personal injury attorneys based in Illinois and our primary intention is to offer the most comprehensive support for those afflicted with injuries due to medical malpractice. Medical malpractice can happen when a healthcare provider fails to provide the required standard of care, resulting in severe consequences to the patient’s health. It may occur through negligent acts or omissions such as misdiagnosis, inappropriate treatment, failure to treat, delay in treatment and lack of informed consent among others.

Medical malpractice law being quite intricate necessitates expertise that only seasoned lawyers from Carlson Bier can effectively lend. Our understanding stems from years of handling complex cases and knowing precisely how medical providers should behave professionally towards their patients. When this standard falls short, it is patients who suffer direly from these preventable mistakes leading them down a path strewn with physical suffering and financial strain.

We believe understanding constitutes an initial crucial step whilst dealing with a medical malpractice case:

• Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: When swift diagnosis may have led to improved outcome;

• Negligence during childbirth causing injury: Leading to cerebral palsy or seizure disorders among other permanent disabilities;

• Medicine errors: Administering wrong medication, incorrect dosage or failing altogether;

• Surgical blunders: Erroneous surgery performed or post-operative negligence potentially initiating further complications;

• Anesthesia Mistakes: Substantial harm induced due to insufficient preoperative evaluation or administration mistakes during procedure.

Our team at Carlson Bier works meticulously combing through all evidence while corroborating it with witness accounts along with expert testimonies where required. This ensures building a robust case favoring you; one capable enough for presenting before insurance firms, courtrooms or perhaps before settlement negotiations.

Being victims of medical error not only threatens your personal well-being but also alters lives forever. High medical bills coupled with lost wages owing to inability of working again amounts worrisome financial pressure on individuals. Hence, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, rehabilitation costs, loss of ability to earn as before, pain and suffering endured resulting from the medical malpractice.

We strongly advocate that any individual who suspects they could have been subjected to medical malpractice should first seek a second professional opinion while still documenting everything. Following this step, we advise contacting an adept attorney at Carlson Bier sooner allowing us more time for collecting necessary evidence and commencing your case promptly.

Onboarding assistance from experienced and top-notch personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier implies that you can now focus on comforting yourself along with your family through these trying times. All the legal complexities surrounding the process will be alleviated by our dedicated team as we relentlessly push towards attaining justice and compensation worthy of your ordeal.

Accuracy in treatment options provided accompanied with truthful expectations shape patient- care provider relation based on trust. However, when instances of medical malpractice jeopardize this faith causing irreparable damage then fair compensation ought to act a catalyst for gaining closure about past traumatic experiences while helping secure future feasibly. If you suspect you or a loved one has suffered due to this reprehensible conduct within professional healthcare spectrum do not delay seeking help from our experts.

Click below now for determining your case worth since every minute matters when combating against limitations set forth by law in this area ensuring no potential claim slips out simply due to overdue timing! Medical errors harrowing though they seem are unfortunately realities transpiring across several health facilities nation-wide including Illinois. Unveil how Carlson Bier can assist you sail through smoother while maneuvering around singularities involving claims related specifically with medical malpractice.

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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 Altona

Bicycle Collisions

Focused on legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Fire Burns

Giving expert legal help for victims of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Physician Misconduct

Extending experienced legal representation for patients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Responsibility

Handling cases involving dangerous products, extending adept legal help to clients affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Stumble Accidents

Professional in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking redress for their damages.

Neonatal Injuries

Supplying legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Collisions: Committed to guiding victims of car accidents secure reasonable compensation for harms and losses.

Motorcycle Incidents

Specializing in providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Truck Crash

Offering professional legal advice for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for damages.

Building Accidents

Committed to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Impairments

Specializing in ensuring dedicated legal advice for clients suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from dog bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Unfair Fatality

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and professional legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spine Trauma

Expert in supporting clients with paralysis, offering expert legal guidance to secure justice.

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