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Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted counselor in matters of birth injuries. When faced with the unimaginable pain and confusion that birth injuries can cause, it is crucial to choose a law firm with proven expertise and unwavering dedication. As an esteemed Illinois-based law group, we set the benchmark for legal representation in a myriad of personal injury circumstances including those related to childbirth complications. Overwhelmed? We understand; thus our focus on comprehensible advice and respectful dialogue sets us apart from others.

Why choose us? Our track record speaks volumes about our capabilities but it’s not just about winning cases—it’s about advocating for families affected by such life-changing events and ensuring justice prevails. With Carlson Bier at your side you’re choosing robust defense strategies paired with incomparable compassion because while every case is different, they all matter. Therefore, when seeking steadfast professional support during such distressing times remember: Carlson Bier is synonymous with exceptional toll reflective service across various sectors inclusive of Birth Injuries litigation.”

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Berkeley Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the profound emotional and financial distress that a birth injury can cause to both the child and their family. We are unwavering in our commitment to provide skilled legal representation for victims of birth injuries across Illinois, shielding them from further anguish and ensuring they receive compensation commensurate with their pain, suffering, and future medical costs.

Birth injuries typically result from medical neglect or malpractice during pregnancy, labor or delivery process and can seriously alter an infant’s life. These might include Cerebral Palsy, Brachial Plexus Injuries (Erb’s Palsy), Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), among others. Some key issues surrounding this form of personal injury litigation that prospective clients should be aware of are:

• Birth injuries differ from birth defects: Birth defects arise due to genetic factors or external influences like drug misuse during pregnancy, whereas birth injuries occur most often due to negligence leading to harm before, during, or shortly after birth.

• A Doctor’s negligence is essential for filing a suit: If your child suffered an injury because of a doctor’s dereliction such as mishandling vacuum extractors or forceps during delivery or failing on pertinent prenatal care/tests/surveillance.

• Proof is critical: It’s important to substantiate with evidences like medical records indicating negligence which led directly to the baby’s damage.

• Limitations Period: In Illinois, personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years post-discovery of injury.

Our firm prides itself on its expertise and experience in dealing with these intricate cases. At Carlson Bier Group , we march ahead beyond conventional approaches; propelling strategic action plans customized appropriately contingent upon the specifics of each case. Our confirmed proficiency in managing complex scientific evidence coupled with our extensive legal knowledge enables us excel at fighting these battles successfully empowering us claim fair restitution for you.

We know your rights more than anyone does. Our meaningful and candid discussions navigate you through this nebulous process, providing comforted solace during these trying times. We handle the strife battling for your rights rejecting low-ball settlement offers from insurance companies and pursuing maximum compensation that you deserve.

As a client of Carlson Bier Group, you’ll never stand alone in this fight; we pledge to serve every client with unflinching dedication. With our extensive expertise across numerous birth injury cases, we’re well-poised to analyse your case promptly with precision demystifying the complex legal world for you. Committing to stellar customer service, we dedicate relentless efforts to avail justice for our clients while handling their individual needs empathetically with outmost dignity.

No amount of compensation can truly erase the pain inflicted upon your little one due to preventable circumstances. Nevertheless, reimbursements can help paying off extensive future treatments necessary catering child’s need ensuring their comfort enhancing their quality of life.

Moreover it brings closure holding negligent parties accountable installing fear forcing medical professionals adopt diligent measures avoiding similar incidents in future safeguarding potential victims.

At Carlson Bier Group , we tenaciously hold those responsible accountable guiding you on each step advancing powerful narratives leaving no stone unturned: Educating jurors on minor nuances clarifying how such an incident continues altering lives permanently enabling them view situation from a parent’s perspective enhancing chances of hefty compensations proportionate of family’s suffering and child’s lifetime care`.

Your trust is our biggest accolade here at Carlson Bier Group . Partner with us today beginning journey towards recovery aiding us fight tirelessly in pursuit delivering justice at its bestserving right for your little angel distressed unnecessarily taking first stride towards betterment.”

It’s time you take control of your life back without additional financial burden impeding smooth healing curve creating pleasant habitat personalized aptly satisfying specific impairments driving growth stimulating improvement”. Reach onto button below finding precise worth which stands rightful legally ensuring secured future furbishing access to vital resources rehabilitating young one.

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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 Berkeley

Cycling Incidents

Proficient in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Burns

Giving professional legal help for patients of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Clinical Negligence

Ensuring professional legal services for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Liability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, providing expert legal support to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Slip Injuries

Adept in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Wounds

Providing legal support for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Car Crashes

Collisions: Focused on aiding victims of car accidents obtain reasonable payout for harms and damages.

Motorcycle Incidents

Committed to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Semi Mishap

Providing specialist legal representation for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for hurts.

Construction Incidents

Committed to supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Neurological Damages

Focused on offering dedicated legal support for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Adept at tackling cases for persons who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Passing

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Neural Damage

Committed to defending patients with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal representation to secure justice.

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