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About Carlson Bier Associates

When the stakes are high, trust Carlson Bier—a premier Illinois law firm specializing in Medical Malpractice. Our esteemed attorneys possess extensive experience and an impressive track record of success representing victims of medical negligence. When you or a loved one have been injured due to medical carelessness, your choice of legal representation matters greatly; that’s why choosing Carlson Bier means partnering with deep-knowledge experts relentless in their pursuit for justice. We champion those who’ve had their lives disrupted by inadequate healthcare, tirelessly working on your behalf to secure deserved compensation. With our unparalleled understanding of complex Illinois malpractice laws and vigorous advocacy skills, we’ve helped countless clients regain control over their lives post-malpractice incidents.Even though Belmont Cragin isn’t home-ground for us physically—our expertise resonates far beyond geographical boundaries. At Carlson Bier, our commitment extends across all corners of Illinois including Belmont Cragin.However scattered the legalese journey may seem—we ensure that each client feels heard,supported,and confident every step toward resolution.Choose trusted guidance with Carlson.Because where there’s competence–-there’s hope.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Belmont Cragin Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your dedicated personal injury law firm based in Illinois. Our team of experienced legal professionals specializes in a critical area of attorney practice: medical malpractice. Now, you might be asking yourself, “What is medical malpractice?” Let’s simplify it for you. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider neglects their duty of care towards a patient, leading to harm or injury. This covers various situations and scenarios.

When considering such cases, here are some key things to keep in mind:

– Diagnosis: A healthcare professional might either misdiagnose or fail altogether to diagnose an existing condition, resulting in further complications.

– Failed treatment: Sometimes the instituted treatment fails due to erroneous procedure or negligence on part of the healthcare professional.

– Delayed Treatment: Timing can be crucial, especially with conditions requiring immediate attention. Any delay could result in aggravated issues.

At the heart of successful litigation lies understanding both sides soundedly – that’s what we offer here at Carlson Bier – education paired with experienced litigation experience.

One significant aspect of ensuring justice prevails is knowing about each party’s responsibilities. Healthcare providers carry an implicit contractual obligation called ‘Standard Of Care’. That essentially implies maintaining care standards expected from reasonably competent equivalently situated providers. When this standard isn’t met and resultant harm occurs, it raises valid grounds for a medical malpractice lawsuit.

Important factors encompassing Standard Of Care include practitioner’s expertise and knowledge level employed upon current patients’ care. We believe as victims; you have every right to ask tough questions like how these principles were violated? What measures should have been taken?

While processing these complexities may feel overwhelming alone, remember you don’t need to do this by yourself – that’s where we step in as Carlson Bier attorneys.

We understand proving medical practitioner negligence can be complex but vital in winning your case – faulty diagnosis alone doesn’t justify medical malpractice allegations; substantiating negligent care forms its crux.

Elements playing crucial roles include:

– Causation: Clearly demonstrating healthcare providers’ errors caused patient harm.

– Damages: Proof of actual suffered damages must be produced, whether physically (diagnosis issues, pain) or financially (medical bills arising from injury or condition).

Navigating through the medical malpractice litigation process can feel akin to crossing a turbulent sea without a compass. That’s why our seasoned team at Carlson Bier ensures safeguarding your rights while supporting you with personal attention and much-needed guidance.

Every case is unique as every victim bearing individual circumstances; therefore, we craft detailed strategies tailored for each client – an indictment of our dedication to establish justice for victims enduring medical professionals’ negligence.

Finally, what matters most is having faith in those championing on your behalf. At Carlson Bier, we invest wholeheartedly not only into understanding your losses but also supporting these pursuits legally toward fruitful restitution.

Being subject to any form of malpractice could leave one feeling hopeless and overburdened with questions. Remember that help and hope are never out of reach; click on the button below to discover what your case might be worth. Step forth today and assert your rightful claim with Carlson Bier standing by your side – because everybody deserves 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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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 Belmont Cragin

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Focused on legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Offering expert legal advice for people of major burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Healthcare Carelessness

Offering professional legal services for victims affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving defective products, supplying adept legal guidance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Abuse

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Stumble Mishaps

Professional in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking redress for their losses.

Birth Injuries

Delivering legal guidance for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Crashes: Concentrated on helping victims of car accidents get equitable recompense for harms and losses.

Bike Crashes

Specializing in providing legal support for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Trucking Accident

Delivering experienced legal assistance for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for damages.

Building Mishaps

Engaged in representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Neurological Impairments

Focused on ensuring expert legal advice for patients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Wounds

Skilled in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Dedicated to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Passing

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal representation to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to supporting clients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal guidance to secure recovery.

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