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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the emotional ordeal of a birth injury, you can count on Carlson Bier for their unparalleled expertise and compassionate legal support. As an Illinois-based law firm, we ensure every client is treated with the utmost dignity and respect. Trusting us means having a dedicated advocate who has your best interest at heart––a skilled partner relentless in fighting for justice while navigating through delicate health laws intricacies. Our tenacious team skillfully investigates birth injuries, uncovering key details to serve our clients’ claims effectively against healthcare providers and insurance companies—not settling until fair compensation is achieved! With exceptional track record in dealing with obstetric malpractice cases, you can be certain that when it comes to representing victims of birth-related negligence or misconducts—Carlson Bier stands second-to-none in the realm of personal injury law firms. Trust Carlson Bier—the trusted name standing up boldly for your rights during this challenging chapter—enabling peace, healing and restoration one case at a time.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Camargo Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, a reputable personal injury law firm in Illinois where we specialize in a variety of areas including birth injuries. Birth injuries are unfortunate events that result from medical negligence during or after childbirth. These situations can lead to serious and life-altering complications for both the mother and child.

It is significant to start by understanding what falls under the scope of birth injuries. They largely include conditions such as cerebral palsy, Erb’s Palsy, shoulder dystocia and Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy(HIE). Each type represents different levels of harm done:

– Cerebral Palsy: It refers to a group of motor disorders caused due to damage inflicted on the developing brain during childbirth.

– Erb’s Palsy: A condition caused when nerve fibers near the shoulder are damaged often leading to partial immobilization in infants.

– Shoulder Dystocia: This occurs when there is difficulty delivering the baby’s shoulder(s) causing potential fatal distress.

– Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): The interruption of blood flow or oxygen to the brain before, during or after labour which may potentially cause irreversible brain damage.

Understandably, this broad spectrum of conditions might seem overwhelming. However, at Carlson Bier we commit ourselves dedicatedly towards providing comprehensive legal solutions for every kind circumstance be it obtaining fair settlements, handling insurance disputes or going into full-blown litigation.

The question trivializing many minds usually revolves around how you would determine if your child’s birth injury was indeed caused by medical negligence. Simply put, if your healthcare providers failed their duty of ensuring safe delivery due to haste, recklessness or sheer incompetence resulting in preventable harm done; that constitutes medical negligence. For instance:

– Inadequate anticipation of complications due to baby size or maternal health conditions

– Incorrect use of medical equipment such as forceps or vacuum extractors

– Failing to perform a necessary cesarean section promptly

– Delayed response or outright negligence towards vital signs pointing towards fetal distress

At Carlson Bier, we understand the distressing toll birth injuries can take on families. Not only are they left dealing with the traumatic aftermath of such an event, but coping with ensuing financial burdens as well such as cost-intensive medical care and therapy. Let us help alleviate some of that mounting stress by shouldering your legal battles.

Remember, claims related to birth injuries follow specific time limits according to Illinois law known as the statute of limitations. Hence it is crucial that any act of filing claims should occur within these statutory deadlines.

Breathe easy knowing your case will be handled by our expert team who bring years of experience specializing in birth injury cases. Our mission revolves around ensuring you receive just compensation for physical harm, mental anguish, included future costs related to treatment and personal management created due to medical negligence.

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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 Camargo

Bicycle Collisions

Proficient in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Supplying professional legal services for people of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Healthcare Carelessness

Extending experienced legal support for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Accountability

Handling cases involving unsafe products, extending specialist legal services to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Malpractice

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Slip Occurrences

Specialist in handling trip accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Traumas

Supplying legal help for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Committed to assisting clients of car accidents obtain equitable remuneration for wounds and harm.

Bike Incidents

Expert in providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Big Rig Accident

Providing experienced legal representation for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for damages.

Construction Site Accidents

Engaged in assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Traumas

Expert in offering compassionate legal representation for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Harms

Expertise in addressing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Demise

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and professional legal assistance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Damage

Committed to assisting individuals with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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