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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to medical malpractice issues, Carlson Bier emerges as a trusted beacon of justice. Our adept attorneys’ proficient understanding and application of Illinois law ensures aggressive advocacy for clients entrapped in healthcare negligence situations. At Carlson Bier, complexities surrounding personal injury lawsuits linked with medical misconduct are demystified, helping victims recover fair compensation under daunting circumstances. From handling cases anchored on faulty diagnosis to surgery errors or anesthesia miscalculations; our professional legal team guides you every step of the way – achieving unmatched results through diligent representation and meticulous case preparation. Ensuring maximum client satisfaction, we relentlessly fight for your rights – determined that every individual caught up in such unfortunate health conflicts secures expedited justice without any undue stress or disruption to their healing process. As everyone’s rightful ally against healthcare injustice — Choose Carlson Bier – We champion your cause while you focus on recovery!

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Burbank Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the depth of human suffering often caused by medical malpractice. Located in Illinois, our firm specializes in dealing with personal injury cases and particularly prides itself on its solid track record when it comes to defending victims of medical malpractice. With many high-profile victories under our belt, your case could not be in better hands.

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider causes unintentional harm to a patient due to negligence or failure to perform their duties at an acceptable standard for their profession. These instances run rampant within various branches of healthcare and can range from surgical errors, misdiagnoses, delayed treatment, incorrect prescriptions and hospital infections among others.

Often underestimated is the profound psychological toll that these situations can impose on victims. Beyond physical injuries or illness – severe stress, trauma or even depression could develop as a result of such incidents. It’s important then that adequate legal representation is sought out not only for compensation but also closure.

The reality is that every single case is unique and requires rigorous personalized analysis aligned with stringent laws set forth by Illinois. However daunting this may sound; remember that you are not alone! Here at Carlson Bier we aim to offer highly personable client-focused services helping you navigate through this complicated process each step of the way.

To give you some scope into how deeply we delve into the nitty-gritty details:

• We rigorously analyze all medical reports relating to your case

• Thoroughly research previous similar claims setting a benchmark

• Utilize expert consultants within relevant medical fields

• Aggressively negotiate against insurance companies

Throughout all this work one point remains consistent: Our priority always remains – YOU!

Unlike larger firms where clients can sometimes feel like another number amidst hundreds;

At Carlson Bier – we maintain a smaller clientele base so you don’t get lost amongst dozens of files. We never jeopardize quality for quantity hence ensuring maximum dedication per case which translates to superior representation.

Transparency is one of our core undertakings. We believe in serving you from fully informed and empowered grounds. Your attorney will constantly keep you updated on your case progress ensuring that all critical decisions are made with your full understanding and consent.

Feel free to browse through rest of our website for a plethora of resources, including explanations of legal processes, commonly asked questions, personal accounts from previous clients among other relevant information aimed at providing you with everything necessary for understanding the landscape surrounding Medical Malpractice lawsuits.

We also offer Free Case Evaluations – this is where we integrate all above discussed aspects into creating an initial blueprint for how your case could look like legally. More importantly it gives YOU a clearer picture of what expectations should be set based on existing factors defined by Illinois law.

At Carlson Bier, we passionately believe that everyone deserves high quality legal care regardless of their social-economic background hence making us staunch advocates for justice within the turbulent maze often associated with medical malpractice cases. Our history speaks volumes but enough about us – let’s get back to what matters most – You!

To find out how much your case might be worth; simply click on the button below! Remember every moment counts when dealing with medical malpractice suits hence act now! Your journey towards healing begins here… at Carlson Bier- where YOUR rights matter!

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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 Burbank

Cycling Accidents

Focused on legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Offering professional legal advice for victims of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Ensuring dedicated legal advice for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Liability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, extending professional legal assistance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Elder Misconduct

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

Trip and Slip Mishaps

Skilled in managing trip accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking redress for their losses.

Neonatal Damages

Delivering legal guidance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Collisions

Accidents: Devoted to supporting sufferers of car accidents get just compensation for wounds and destruction.

Bike Collisions

Expert in providing legal support for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Truck Incident

Providing adept legal services for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Building Site Collisions

Dedicated to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Head Impairments

Specializing in extending expert legal representation for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

Specialized in handling cases for people who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unfair Demise

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and professional legal services to ensure redress.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in assisting individuals with vertebral damage, offering professional legal representation to secure settlement.

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