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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to nursing home abuse incidents in Brighton Park, there is no firm more equipped and experienced than Carlson Bier. Specialized in this complicated aspect of personal injury law, our attorneys are relentlessly dedicated to the well-being of elderly individuals who may not have the power or voice to protect themselves. Nursing Home Abuse can include physical harm, emotional suffering, negligence and financial exploitation; all horrendous acts that we dedicate ourselves to combating. We believe every elder deserves care and respect; any violation against their rights is a heinous act deserving serious legal action. The team at Carlson Bier has consistently proven its expertise through numerous successful cases resulting in just compensation for victims of such abuse around Illinois area including Brighton Park community.Together with compassion and unparalleled knowledge in handling these distressing cases coupled with thorough understanding within Illinois jurisdiction makes us remarkable contenders when seeking justice for your loved ones . Consider partnering with Carlson Bier as an indispensable step towards obtaining the justice they most assuredly deserve.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Brighton Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to providing vigorous legal representation for individuals experiencing the unfortunate reality of nursing home abuse. Our Illinois-based personal injury law firm specializes in identifying, combating, and securing justice for such ill-treatment. With a rich legacy in successfully representing victims and their families, our well-qualified team is acutely proficient at dealing with these sensitive cases.

Nursing Home Abuse: A Silent Epidemic

Instances of nursing home abuse remain alarmingly frequent in the United States. This can involve physical harm, emotional torment, sexual violation, or financial exploitation of residents within long-term care facilities. Contrarily to what many might believe – it may not always be evident but happens subtly where it lessens patient’s morale or dignity progressively over time.

Consider the following red flags that indicate possible suffering:

• Unexplained bruises or injuries

• Noticeable deterioration in hygiene

• Seclusion or withdrawal from social activities

• Drastic changes in mood or behavior

• Frequent conflicts with caregivers

At Carlson Bier, your trust fuels our mission; our goal extends beyond just winning cases – it’s about fostering an environment of respect for every individual’s right to safety and dignity. As specialists in personal injury litigation, we bring considerable expertise to fight against this largely underreported violation.

Understanding Legal Rights

If you suspect a loved one has been a victim of nursing home abuse – understanding your legal rights can make all the difference between silently bearing injustice and taking assertive action towards seeking reparation:

• Right To Dignity: Every resident is entitled to courteous treatment which dignifies them as respected members of society.

• Freedom From Physical Harassment: No form of physical punishment should be given.

• Protection From Emotional Distress: No verbal attacks which inflict emotional torment should be tolerated.

• Financial Safety: Unauthorized tampering with a resident’s lawful property is strictly off-limits according to Illinois laws.

Comprehensive Approach

Carlson Bier maintains a comprehensive approach – from meticulous evidence gathering, an incredibly thorough analysis of incidents, to assertive negotiation and courtroom representation. We ensure that at no stage do your rights get overlooked or denied.

Our law firm’s success lies in its skilled team who are well-versed with Illinois injury laws; they understand the importance of thorough evidence documentation and strong testimonials as part of successful case strategies. By meticulously scrutinizing medical records, interviewing witnesses, challenging negligence on caregiving part – our attorneys continuously strive for the toughest representation you deserve.

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At Carlson Bier, we believe everyone deserves justice. If trauma has occurred within a nursing home facility, let us battle against those responsible for the misconduct. With every phase of litigation conducted professionally and ethically within Illinois’ legal boundaries, ensuring your loved one’s safety is never compromised again remains our priority.

If you sense something amiss related to nursing home abuse– don’t delay seeking help. Early legal intervention can prove instrumental in putting a stop to continued suffering while setting a path for rightful compensation recovery. Be it financial exploitation or severe bodily harm; our expert lawyers can assist profoundly in alleviating such dire circumstances.

Are you looking to find out how much your case could potentially be worth? A simple click below allows you access to this crucial information right away. This decisive step towards asserting your rights can initiate a journey towards justice that your loved one sincerely deserves. Secure their future with confidence now by reaching out to the experienced team at Carlson Bier today.

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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 Brighton Park

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying adept legal assistance for people of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Delivering specialist legal representation for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Obligation

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, providing specialist legal assistance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Elder Abuse

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Mishaps

Professional in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking redress for their losses.

Newborn Wounds

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Incidents

Crashes: Focused on assisting victims of car accidents gain reasonable recompense for harms and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Expert in providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Truck Crash

Providing professional legal representation for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for injuries.

Building Site Crashes

Dedicated to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Neurological Traumas

Focused on delivering professional legal services for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Fatality

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and professional legal guidance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Harm

Committed to representing victims with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal representation to secure settlement.

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