...
FREE CASE CONSULTATION
312.622.2900
Facebook-f Linkedin Google

Birth Injuries in Burnham

Birth Injuries Trial Lawyers
Let Carlson Bier Fight For You

Over $50 Million in Recoveries

Google Guaranteed 5 Stars Advanced Local Service Ads Carlsonbier
Find Out if You Have a Case in 10 Seconds
Personal Injury Attorney Chicago
Personal Injury Lawyer Orland Park Illinois | Carlson Bier Associates

About Carlson Bier Associates

Welcome to Carlson Bier, where we specialize in Birth Injuries cases ensuring advocacy and justice for affected families. Our expertise lies in understanding the complex intricacies of these sensitive matters, offering relentless pursuit towards obtaining rightful compensation. Covering Burnham extensively, our seasoned attorneys navigate through exhaustive medical documentation with exceptional proficiency while striving for optimal outcomes. Carlson Bier cherishes values of empathy and professionalism; we deeply comprehend that birth injuries not only bring physical afflictions but emotional trauma as well. We interpret this with complete cognizance, making us an ideal choice when seeking legal representation on such matters.We prioritize your peace-of-mind, delivering supportive and compassionate guidance within prevailing/state-specific litigation confines.. Each case received at Carlson Bier is meticulously assessed for viability before advancing towards trial preparation–a testament to our rigorous case handling strategy demonstrating both diligence & commitment.If unfortunate events lead you onto the path seeking a Birth Injuries attorney equipped with profound knowledge and experience then consider reaching out to us at Carlson Bier; Where Justice Thrives!

Meet Our Attorneys
About Carlson Bier

Birth Injuries Lawyers in Burnham Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your committed personal injury attorneys in Illinois, with special expertise in handling birth injuries. We understand how much value a detailed understanding of Birth Injuries can bring to you, particularly if you or a loved one is grappling with its repercussions.

Birth Injuries are unfortunate events that occur due to complications during the labor and delivery process, often resulting in irreversible consequences for both mother and child. One primary cause behind these birth injuries is medical negligence; nevertheless, proving medical negligence calls for deep-rooted legal knowledge and experience – two things we at Carlson Bier provide impeccably.

• Mechanism of Injury: Understanding what causes birth injuries forms the crux of any case. These situations include prolonged or complicated delivery, improper use of delivery instruments like forceps or vacuum extractor amongst others.

• Types of Birth Injuries: There’s minor bruising on one end to severe Brain-related disorders at the other extreme. Other common types encompass Brachial Plexus Palsy (Erb’s Palsy) caused by nerve damage or Cerebral Palsy triggered by brain damage, leading to lifelong movement problems.

• Prevention: Awareness regarding preventive measures plays a crucial role too – partly through adhering to prenatal care visits and obeying healthcare advice but also requires vigilance towards healthcare provider’s approach & decisions throughout pregnancy culminating into labor & delivery period.

Our experienced team conducts thorough investigations drawing upon relevant facts while collaborating with trusted medical experts as needed down the line. This extensive array helps us pinpoint where standards of care fell short leading up-to or during childbirth thereby buttressing claim substantiation.

Simultaneously exhaustive yet simplified explanations facilitate seamless understanding for every individual regardless if they possess legal prowess/background or not.

Carrying out this delicate task calls for compassionate empathy alongside sharp professional acumen which has been cultivated over decades here at Carlson Bier – hence our exclusive proficiency resides in nurturing claims from their nascent stages till conclusion providing support at each step along your journey to justice.

Receiving the most efficient legal advice in such matters is absolutely critical but how do you decide which one is best for you? Here we are motivated by genuine care for our clients & their families, furthermore building strong attorney-client relationships through transparent dialogue & steadfast dedication towards your individual case – ensuring that you receive top-notch representation throughout this arduous process of litigation.

Besides providing comprehensive knowledge, we also lay emphasis on actionable steps that can be taken to protect and exercise your rights. Our team provides complete assistance from understanding medical records and bills, communicating with health insurance carriers, strategizing claim presentations to potentially arriving at a settlement or arguing the case in court.

We genuinely believe every individual should have access to superior legal guidance while coping against an already challenging situation…because no one deserves to struggle alone or feel uninformed about birth injury aftermaths & attendant legal proceedings hence we ensure everything shared here will assist on both these fronts adding exceptional value indeed..

Moreover, evaluating compensation-worthy damages goes beyond medical bills or lost wages sometimes encompassing non-economic aspects like pain & suffering endured by victim – drawing full-range consideration requires adept handling just as provided at Carlson Bier.

Finally, knowing what your case might actually be worth couldn’t have been easier – down below awaits a button that takes you there directly! So go ahead; click it with confidence…Find out NOW about potential compensations within Illinois’s legitimate framework without any obligation whatsoever. Take the first step towards asserting your rightful claim today with us Carlson Bier – where expert handle meets hearts filled with empathy.

Find Out How Much Your Case is Worth
Testimonials from Clients

Your Success Is Our Success

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.
Education & Information

Resources For Burnham Residents

Links

Legal Associations and Lawyer Services

Online Legal Resources and Directories

Specialized Services and Educational Resources

Legal Blogs
SEE MORE

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

All Attorney Services in Burnham

Areas of Practice in Burnham

Cycling Incidents

Focused on legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Fire Injuries

Providing skilled legal help for patients of serious burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Physician Carelessness

Ensuring professional legal assistance for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Fault

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, delivering professional legal services to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble & Slip Mishaps

Expert in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking recovery for their injuries.

Infant Damages

Extending legal aid for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Mishaps

Collisions: Dedicated to assisting individuals of car accidents get equitable payout for wounds and damages.

Scooter Collisions

Focused on providing representation for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Truck Crash

Ensuring specialist legal advice for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for hurts.

Building Incidents

Engaged in advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Head Injuries

Dedicated to providing expert legal services for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Proficient in addressing cases for people who have suffered traumas from dog bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Dedicated to legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Passing

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and professional legal services to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Focused on defending clients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal representation to secure redress.

Instant Case Evaluation

Contact Us Today if you need a Person Injury Lawyer

312-313-2440

cb
FREE CASE CONSULTATION

312.622.2900

The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.

© 2024 All Rights Reserved | Carlson Bier

Web Design By Bosseo​