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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the misfortune of birth injuries, Carlson Bier provides unmatched legal advocacy designed with your peace of mind in consideration. Recognized throughout Illinois for their mastery in this niche legal arena, they exhibit exceptional ability to thoroughly investigate fault and secure fair recompense on behalf of families grappling with such traumatic experiences. Birth injuries can provoke immense emotional and financial strain; hence why you deserve a committed ally to navigate these turbulent times. Carlson Bier’s deep-seated experience equips them uniquely to anticipate challenges that arise within cases like yours, skillfully addressing them with tailored strategies deriving from years of successful verdicts and settlements. Putting community first, they have a significant footprint within Bartlett through offering robust consultation services tirelessly dedicated to supporting impacted local families here in Barrington – without imposition of upfront costs till victory is assured. By choosing Carlson Bier as your partner counseling on matters concerning birth injuries law, you embrace expertise sincerely focused on helping rewrite a better chapter ahead.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Bartlett Illinois

Birth injuries are a highly sensitive and multifaceted subject that can leave parents feeling immensely vulnerable, overwhelmed, and desiring justice for their child. Carlson Bier is an Illinois-based personal injury attorney group specializing in birth injury cases. We understand the delicate emotional state of families impacted by these injuries and ensure our diligent support to help you navigate through these challenging times.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates roughly one in every 33 babies in the United States will be born with some form of birth defect. These range from minor physical abnormalities healed swiftly with modern medicine, to severe conditions resulting in long-standing complications or even fatalities.

• Muscular dystrophy

• Encephalopathy

• Spinal cord injuries

• Cerebral Palsy

• Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE)

Carlson Bier deeply empathizes with the seemingly insurmountable challenges your family may face following the diagnosis of a birth defect. However, it’s important not to allow confusion or fear deter you from pursuing rightful compensation if medical negligence directly contributed towards your child’s condition. Our experienced attorneys confront numerous factors when identifying lapses in care like inadequate prenatal monitoring or lack of swift response during childbirth crises – all aspects wherein disguised instances of malpractice lie hidden.

Not sure if you have legitimate grounds for a birth injury lawsuit?

Consider the critical components we review while assessing potential eligibility.

• Was there apparent violation of standard medical practices?

• Can a direct correlation between this violation and your baby’s birth injury be established?

• Has substantial harm occurred – such as lifelong disability or significant developmental / intellectual impairment?

Time flees swiftly, especially for distressed parents striving round-the-clock to cope with their newborns’ devastating circumstances. Still, keep reminding yourself about Illinois’s two-year statute limitations on personal injury claims impacting lawsuit viability – another strong incentive underscoring prompt legal action’s significance.

Remember, comprehensive comprehension of medical malpractice laws requires not just extensive knowledge but also considerable legal experience. Designated as a top 100 Illinois Super Lawyer firm and having settled millions in compensation, Carlson Bier blends together this potent mix to deliver results that truly matter.

Making sense of complex medical jargon, articulating rights rightfully, fighting for your loved ones’ future – all aspects integral to the journey towards healing yet seeming intimidating? Carlson Bier understands these are uncharted territories for most families dealing with birth injuries on multiple fronts – physically, emotionally, financially. Hence we walk you down every step of this unfamiliar path until a resolution bridging your peace of mind aligns seamlessly into place.

When faced with towering medical bills or bracing oneself against painful apprehensions concerning your child’s uncertain future – always remember – hope springs eternal! Thus take the first step today towards carving out brighter horizons for your child tomorrow by seeking rightful justice now!

Birth injury claims are a battle best fought side-by-side with seasoned personal injury attorneys empathetically tuned to navigate through corridors laden heavy with emotional turbulence and intricate complexities. We implore you to seize the moment and make an informed choice. Your family’s resilience deserves more than cookie-cutter legal representation; it merits resourceful allies like Carlson Bier – experienced personal injury lawyers skilled at transforming crushing adversity into empowering victory!

Are you ready now to discover what rightful compensation might look like realigned firmly under Illinois law? If so, locate strategically placed below is our case evaluation button waiting patiently for that decisive click! Tap onto it right away without any further ado; let us help illuminate potential avenues guiding towards adequate relief crucially capable of bringing about tangible differences in your troubled lives!

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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 Bartlett

Bicycle Collisions

Expert in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or risky conditions.

Thermal Burns

Supplying adept legal help for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Offering experienced legal representation for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Liability

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, supplying expert legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Tumble Occurrences

Adept in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking justice for their harm.

Neonatal Wounds

Supplying legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Accidents

Accidents: Concentrated on supporting sufferers of car accidents gain reasonable remuneration for harms and harm.

Motorcycle Crashes

Specializing in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

18-Wheeler Crash

Delivering expert legal assistance for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for harms.

Worksite Crashes

Engaged in assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Head Damages

Committed to providing expert legal assistance for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

Specialized in managing cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unjust Demise

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and adept legal services to ensure compensation.

Spine Harm

Specializing in representing patients with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal representation to secure settlement.

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