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About Carlson Bier Associates

Discover unparalleled legal representation in the realm of medical malpractice with Carlson Bier. Our highly experienced and dedicated attorney group offers specialized advice and tactical litigation strategies to clients residing in Atkinson, Illinois. We understand how distressing medical negligence can be; that’s why we pledge absolute transparency, empathy, and strength in fighting for your rights. With a proven track record of successful claims by residents in need of legal counsel within Atkinson – representing victims across a spectrum from misdiagnoses to surgical errors -yielding significant compensation towards their recovery journey is our top priority. At Carlson Bier law firm, we don’t simply handle cases; we shine as advocates on behalf of those harmed due to medical incompetency or neglectful hospital processes. Trust us not only for our comprehensive knowledge regarding intricate intricacies governing Illinois state laws concerning medical malpractice but also dedication to bringing you justice while ensuring maximum benefits every step along this challenging path.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Atkinson Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are reputed personal injury attorneys dedicated to our clients in Illinois and well-versed with the complexities of Medical Malpractice laws. Our team is committed to helping individuals and families who have suffered due to medical negligence – a subject often daunting, but incredibly important nonetheless for those affected by it.

Medical malpractice constitutes errors committed by healthcare professionals which could lead to harm or injury on patients’ part. In the realm of law, these mishaps are not lightly taken as they’re considered deviations from standard care procedures leading to drastic consequences such as irreparable damage or even death in worst-case scenarios. Some specific instances of medical malpractice actionable under Illinois law include misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose; medication errors – incorrect dosage or inappropriate administration; surgical errors – wrongful site surgery or foreign object left inside after surgery; neglecting patient’s history and overlooking vital signs; among others.

The intricacies around Medical Malpractice litigation make it indispensable for claimants to align themselves with competent attorneys who can navigate through this complex field with ease—an expertise that we promise at Carlson Bier. We advocate vigorously fighting against health-care providers’ insurance companies seeking justice for you in light of any unjust trauma experienced.

However, proving medical malpractice entails more than demonstrating an unfavorable outcome post treatment. From establishing breach of duty—proving that the accused indeed violated standards of care—to demonstrating causation—correlating said violation directly causing harm—it’s a layered process requiring substantial knowledge structure which we offer at our firm.

• Successful compensation heavily banks upon timeliness—the statute of limitations—that restricts duration within which a victim can file a lawsuit.

• The ‘certificate of merit’, mandatory in all Illionis malpractices suits filed.

• Damages awarded also need factoring here: compensatory—a monetary amends targeted towards reimbursement (including lost wages, past and future medical bills etc.) and non-economic—for pain, distress etc. In Illinois, capping does not apply to these damages unlike other states.

• Role of contributory negligence in lawsuits, whereby one tends to share blame for what happened.

Here at Carlson Bier, we are not just limited to processes and procedures. We genuinely care about establishing a personal connection with you to ultimately help us understand better—your grievances, losses and the justice you seek.

In our commitment towards serving excellence across Illionis but complying with state laws too, we wish to clarify that although we’re not based out of Atkinson directly—we proudly represent victims statewide while adhering strictly to legal stipulations around location representation. Transparency is key in how we function—you can rely upon us for open and consistent communication through each step of your case—from reviewing medical records/legal documents thoroughly; discussing options/possible outcomes; building solid cases on strengths while addressing challenges head-on specifically ensuring that no stone goes unturned in our collective pursuit of justice.

Learning about Medical Malpractice may seem both overwhelming and distressful for any layman struggling from aftermaths already—but it needn’t be so anymore. Give yourselves due credit—the decision of seeking rightful recompense post experiencing misfortune at hands of trusted healthcare providers is admirable indeed—it’s time now for letting professionals take over—we pledge handholding through this tough time until its logical conclusion arrives – YOUR VICTORY!

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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 Atkinson

Cycling Mishaps

Focused on legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Providing skilled legal help for victims of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Physician Carelessness

Providing professional legal services for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Obligation

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, extending expert legal guidance to clients affected by harmful products.

Senior Abuse

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Trip Occurrences

Skilled in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking compensation for their damages.

Infant Traumas

Delivering legal support for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Crashes: Dedicated to supporting individuals of car accidents receive equitable settlement for damages and losses.

Scooter Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal advice for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Trucking Accident

Extending experienced legal assistance for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Construction Site Incidents

Dedicated to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cerebral Harms

Expert in extending dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unfair Fatality

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and adept legal assistance to ensure justice.

Backbone Damage

Specializing in advocating for persons with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal support to secure redress.

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