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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with the pervasive and tragic issue of nursing home abuse in Burbank, an expert attorney group is needed to fight for justice. That’s where Carlson Bier comes in. With deep knowledge and rigorous devotion to upholding the rights of elders subjected to abuse, our firm excels at holding offending parties accountable. We have successfully agitated for compensation for victims, focusing on both their emotional distress and physical damage incurred. Our comprehensive understanding of Illinois laws applying to elder abuse sets us apart from others; we skillfully navigate legal complexities, bringing relief alongside much-needed change within long-term care homes across Burbank. It isn’t enough that such offenses are simply cited; abusers must bear responsibility under the law’s fullest extent – our mission here at Carlson Bier embodies exactly that pursuit. Selection of a competent Nursing Home Abuse lawyer demands careful consideration – put your trust in our experienced team & let us provide the compassionate representation your loved ones deserve amid such trying times.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Burbank Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the importance of your loved one’s safety and dignity. Our Illinois-based personal injury law firm specializes in Nursing Home Abuse cases, offering robust legal support to victims and their families. As champions for justice, we are dedicated not only to winning your case but also to raising awareness about this gross violation of a person’s basic human rights.

Nursing home abuse is a grave issue that often goes unreported due to fear or lack of understanding of its various forms. It can manifest itself physically through bruises, bedsores, sudden weight loss, and more severe health complications such as infections or broken bones. Emotional abuse is another distressing aspect where elders are subjected to verbal attacks, isolation from loved ones or activities they enjoy leading to dramatic changes in behavior like depression or anxiety. Financial exploitation is an oft-overlooked form of deceit where aged individuals may be cheated out of their hard-earned savings – noted by unusual banking activity or significant changes in estate planning documents. Neglect is equally heartbreaking; it involves failure by nursing home staff to provide essential care resulting in poor hygiene and unsafe living conditions which could lead to several life-threatening medical situations like dehydration or malnutrition.

Despite strict regulations laid down by state and federal laws requiring nursing homes to ensure residents’ well-being, reports suggest that at least 1 in 10 seniors have experienced some form of elder abuse including those residing within the security ostensibly provided at these institutions. The Illinois Department on Aging heavily advocates raising one’s voice against such atrocities acknowledging that it’s everyone’s duty as responsible citizens towards our senior community.

What sets apart Carlson Bier from other personal injury law firms is our personalized approach backed by years of expertise dealing with nursing home abuses specifically within Illinois jurisdiction providing customized solutions keeping victim’s right for compensation paramount while providing overall compassionate guidance through these trying times most efficiently.

• We meticulously investigate each claim.

• Our attorneys guide you smoothly through legal procedures

• Document and substantiate your case thoroughly for court.

It’s important to know that you have a right to seek justice for the harm caused. At Carlson Bier, we believe every life is valuable, and as such, no person should suffer abuse in silence, especially those who are most vulnerable.

If you suspect your loved one is experiencing nursing home abuse or neglect, remember the clock is ticking. The Illinois statute of limitations typically allows two years from when the injury was discovered – lost time can mean lost opportunities for justice. We urge immediate attention towards spotting signs; watch out specifically if they seem hesitant or scared in discussing their living situation.

Don’t let someone dear to you become a statistic due to lack of information or fear of retaliation from abusers. The attorneys at Carlson Bier are deeply committed to fight against any form of Nursing Home Abuse relentlessly within the confines of Illinois law with personalized strategies tailored around each unique case because your peace-of-mind matters immensely to us.

When it comes down to it, choosing Carlson Bier carries the assurance that a dedicated team of experts provides diligent representation balanced by compassion and understanding- always keeping your interests at heart above all else.

Now then, take back control today – empower yourself with knowledge and professional expertise. Click on the button below to find out how much your case could be worth under Illinois law. Allow us at Carlson Bier help ensure that these acts do not go unnoticed – Hold those responsible accountable whilst striving for dignity and respect our elders truly deserve!

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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 Burbank

Bicycle Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Providing professional legal help for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Medical Incompetence

Delivering dedicated legal support for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Accountability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, delivering expert legal guidance to consumers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Abuse

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Trip Occurrences

Expert in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking recovery for their injuries.

Birth Damages

Delivering legal support for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Incidents

Accidents: Concentrated on guiding sufferers of car accidents get just remuneration for wounds and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Dedicated to providing representation for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing adept legal services for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for damages.

Building Site Crashes

Committed to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Injuries

Focused on extending professional legal services for individuals suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Specialized in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered harms from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Crashes

Specializing in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Passing

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and skilled legal representation to ensure compensation.

Spine Damage

Focused on representing clients with paralysis, offering specialized legal assistance to secure recovery.

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