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When it comes to addressing cases of Nursing Home Abuse in Bensenville, Carlson Bier stands as a distinguished choice. Unrivaled experience and an unwavering commitment to the victims make this firm an advocate worth considering when seeking justice for inexcusable atrocities perpetrated against our vulnerable older adults. As lawyers specializing in personal injury law, we diligently prosecute nursing home abuse cases, standing by your side every step of the way and ensuring every legal path is explored thoroughly to protect rights. At Carlson Bier, we passionately believe that abusive nursing home environments must not be tolerated and perpetrators held accountable with no holds barred. We aim at securing maximal compensation for victims’ physical pain and emotional distress inflicted unjustly upon them—one more vital reason why choosing us could indeed tip the scales towards justice served righteously sooner than expected! Join hands with Carlson Bier today as you stride bravely on your journey towards absolute justice.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Bensenville Illinois

Carlson Bier, your dedicated Illinois personal injury attorney group, is an authoritative voice on the unfortunate and unspeakable subject of Nursing Home Abuse. This harsh reality witnessed within certain elderly care facilities deeply moves us, fueling our tenacity to bring justice for victimized elders across our client spectrum. Pioneering service in this sector with unabated excellence defines our commitment as we advocate tirelessly to secure rightful compensation for those who have suffered.

Understanding what constitutes nursing home abuse could prove crucial in defending your loved ones’ rights or seeking justice for them when they encounter such indignities. Essentially, it involves any intentional act by caregivers that results in harm or a severe risk of harm to a vulnerable adult. It encompasses physical abuse where an elder might get slapped, pushed around or physically restrained; psychological abuse involving manipulation and control tactics resulting in emotional distress; financial exploitation gaining unauthorized access to their funds; sexual abuse; and neglect leading to improper medical care, malnourishment, dehydration or failure to provide necessities like clothing and shelter.

It’s important not only to recognize these violations but also be aware of potential signs indicating maltreatment which include unexplained injuries such as bruises, cuts or bedsores; sudden weight loss or deterioration of health despite adequate finances; changes in behavior akin to depression or withdrawal; sudden financial issues and unauthorised transactions.

At Carlson Bier, we restlessly work toward resolving such cases effectively through:

• An essential investigation phase: Our team will gather evidence while seeking a comprehensive understanding of the situation.

• Case preparation: We collate all findings into solid arguments presenting undeniable proof of neglect before authorities.

• Litigation: If settlement negotiations do not suffice, we stand prepared for trial because at Carlson Bier quality representation means uncompromised commitment!

We understand that confronting nursing home abuses is emotionally strenuous. Knowledge about state-specific laws is vital here considering different states follow distinct statute limitation periods impacting how long before a lawsuit gets filed. In Illinois, legal action must be taken within two years from the discovery of harm or in special cases, four years from when the act occurred. Legal support is crucial to navigate these intricate laws, and here at Carlson Bier, we’re ready to guide you every step of the way.

Financial recovery remains an essential part of any personal injury case. Rest assured that our team will strive for maximum compensation covering extensive damages like medical costs involved in treating injuries sustained from abuse; loss pertaining to your loved one’s enjoyment of life; emotional pain and suffering inflicted as well as punitive damages designed to deter such incidents in future.

In this tumultuous journey, Carlson Bier pledges its unwavering support highlighting our core values of compassion and dedication built around client-centric practices. Our decades-long experience equips us effectively with the skills needed to handle complex nursing home abuse cases successfully. Couple our expertise with our commitment towards keeping clients informed throughout the process so they remain reassured about their pursuit of justice.

To provide additional peace-of-mind during stressful times, we operate on a contingency fee basis meaning you don’t owe us unless we recover damages for you! That’s how deeply invested we are in ensuring that justice prevails!

Justice may be just one click away! Let’s take that decisive next-step together. If you suspect a beloved elder has fallen prey to nursing home abuse, it’s imperative not to delay pursuing their rights. We understand that every minute counts and our vigilant team stands poised for immediate assistance. Click on the button below now – discover what your loved ones’ case may truly be worth!

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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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Nursing Home | Elder Abuse FAQ​

The signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse or neglect can vary depending on the type of abuse or neglect that is occurring. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical abuse: This could include bruises, cuts, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Emotional abuse: This could include verbal abuse, intimidation, and isolation.
  • Sexual abuse: This could include sexual touching, intercourse, and other sexual acts.
  • Neglect: This could include malnutrition, dehydration, and poor hygiene.

If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home, you should:

  • Report your suspicions to the nursing home administrator.
  • Contact the local ombudsman, who is an advocate for nursing home residents.
  • File a complaint with the state’s department of health or human services.
  • Contact a nursing home abuse lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a family member of a nursing home abuse or neglect victim, you have the right to:

  • Visit your loved one at any time.
  • Have access to your loved one’s medical records.
  • Be informed of your loved one’s care plan and treatment.
  • File a complaint against the nursing home if you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for nursing home abuse or neglect if your loved one has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of the nursing home. A nursing home abuse 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 Bensenville

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Focused on legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or risky conditions.

Flame Burns

Giving skilled legal advice for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

Delivering expert legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Accountability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, providing skilled legal guidance to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Senior Neglect

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Fall Mishaps

Skilled in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking justice for their injuries.

Newborn Damages

Supplying legal aid for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Incidents

Mishaps: Focused on helping sufferers of car accidents gain fair payout for damages and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing representation for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

18-Wheeler Incident

Offering expert legal advice for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Neurological Harms

Committed to delivering expert legal assistance for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Loss

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and professional legal assistance to ensure justice.

Backbone Trauma

Expert in supporting clients with paralysis, offering professional legal guidance to secure recovery.

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