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When you’re navigating the difficult aftermath of a birth injury, Carlson Bier is your dedicated advocate in Bellevue. Our diverse team includes some of Illinois’ most skilled and empathetic Birth Injuries attorneys who possess an unrivaled level of knowledge and experience in this complex legal field. Nonpareil in service, we understand every case is exclusive thereby command our attention with personalized strategy relevant to each situation. The trust amassed from satisfied clients over the years testifies to our dedication and consistent performance ensuring justice prevails for our clientele burdened by birth injuries circumstances. At Carlson Bier, we not only accommodate but heed your concerns revolving around daunting medical bills incurred or lost wages due to caring for an injured child. We pledge unyielding dedication towards securing rightful compensations for families concerned undergirded by compassionate counsel throughout their trying times. Confidently consider us at Carlson Bier your staunchest ally when it comes to seeking professional assistance related to Birth Injuries within Bellevue’s boundaries as well as beyond across Illinois state.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Bellevue Illinois

Carlson Bier is a highly reputed law firm specializing in personal injury cases, particularly Birth Injuries, based within the vast heartland of Illinois. By leveraging their vast legal expertise and compassionate approach, Carlson Bier has become a trusted partner for individuals seeking justice after experiencing unfortunate birth-related injuries.

Birth Injuries can be traumatic, not just for the newborn but also for the parents. The joy of welcoming a new life into the world may quickly be overshadowed by concerns about the baby’s health and wellbeing – situations that nobody should have to go through alone. This is where Carlson Bier steps in as your unwavering support system during these challenging times while stubbornly pursuing fair compensation on your behalf.

Understanding Birth Injuries: Such injuries generally occur due to complications during labor or delivery process resulting from medical negligence or malpractice. They could range from minor problems easily resolved without long-term damage to more serious conditions that might require extensive treatment or lead to permanent disability.

• Medication Errors: Overdosage or incorrect prescription

• Oxygen Deprivation: Causing mental disabilities

• Mistreatment of Birth-Related Conditions: Improper handling of prenatal infections & more

Recognizing specific types of Birth Injuries can help you make an informed decision on whether you need legal assistance.

• Physical Traumas like Brachial Plexus Injury (Erb’s Palsy)

• Brain Damage due to lack of oxygen (Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy)

• Cerebral Palsy caused by brain damage

These are areas Carlson Bier specializes in along with many other manifestations of birth-related negligence.

Repercussions of Birth Injuries don’t only extend to immediate medical costs; they pervade every aspect of life. Parents face emotional turmoil while grappling with long term care needs such as rehabilitation therapies, special education provisions, adaptive equipment, loss of earnings capacity and much more. Rest assured – we will assist you in all these matters while ardently working towards a commensurate remuneration.

Why Carlson Bier? With myriad law firms vying for your attention, what makes us stand out is our resolute dedication to each case. We delve deep into the specifics, scrutinize every detail and advance cogent arguments on your behalf. Our diligent efforts have led to many successful outcomes, stressing both compensatory and punitive damages against responsible parties.

Our legal forte extends well beyond courtroom representation – we offer comprehensive support covering consultation, evaluation of potential claims, guidance through complexities of medical malpractice laws & potential litigation process. Not just that – we operate on a contingency fee basis wherein our clients pay nothing until they receive their due compensation.

In the labyrinthine world of birth injury cases, knowledge is power. By partnering with Carlson Bier you’ll not only feel more confident about understanding the legal aspects but also able to make empowered decisions toward obtaining justice.

Determining whether or not you have grounds for a lawsuit can be unnerving amidst such emotional tumult. Hence, it would benefit you greatly to work closely with experienced attorneys like us who are proficient at deciphering complex medical jargon and disentangling intricate situations.

Incidents causing birth injuries can occur anywhere – but if it happened in Illinois, Carlson Bier stands as an unwavering beacon of hope amid your struggles. However responsibly we wish our healthcare providers act – mistakes do happen; don’t let them go unchallenged!

If this resonates with your situation, don’t hesitate – Click on the button below to evaluate your case’s worth with utmost confidentiality and zero obligations attached! Allow us the privilege of assisting you during these testing times while rendering service where it’s needed most — Justice!

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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 Bellevue

Bicycle Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Extending specialist legal advice for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Medical Incompetence

Ensuring professional legal advice for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Handling cases involving dangerous products, delivering professional legal guidance to individuals affected by defective items.

Senior Abuse

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

Tumble & Fall Accidents

Expert in handling trip accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking justice for their damages.

Infant Injuries

Providing legal aid for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Collisions

Mishaps: Committed to aiding clients of car accidents get reasonable settlement for harms and damages.

Motorbike Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal advice for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Truck Crash

Extending experienced legal representation for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for injuries.

Construction Site Mishaps

Engaged in assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Cerebral Harms

Specializing in delivering specialized legal services for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Proficient in tackling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Undeserved Passing

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and skilled legal guidance to ensure redress.

Neural Trauma

Dedicated to advocating for clients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal support to secure redress.

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