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Birth injuries can be an unimaginable and devastating event in a family’s life. When this misfortune occurs, it is crucial to seek strategic and compassionate legal representation from Carlson Bier – a premier personal injury law firm based in Illinois with specific expertise in birth injuries cases. We understand the emotional turmoil that these situations bring, which drives our commitment to uphold your rights and secure the compensation you deserve. Our legal team specializes in handling such sensitive matters with meticulous precision, fighting diligently for justice on behalf of affected families across Carbondale. At Carlson Bier, we offer comprehensive guidance through every step of the litigation process while navigating complex laws related to prover injury claims efficiently. Emphasizing on clear communication ensures clients have robust understanding regarding their case at all times. Exploring lawsuits becomes less overwhelming when entrusted to our versatile attorneys who are experienced witnesses of medical complexities surrounding birth injuries.

With Carlson Bier as your preferred advocate during challenging times, remember; you’re not alone—we’ll stand beside you every step towards justice and healing.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Carbondale Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to representing a breadth of clients with various personal injury claims including Birth Injuries. As a leading law firm in Illinois, our priority is providing the highest possible standard of legal service and support to those who have been affected by medical negligence at childbirth.

Birth injuries can occur due to varied reasons that range from complications during labor and delivery to negligent prenatal care. It’s critical for expectant parents to understand these factors so they can take swift action if they happen. Some common types of birth injuries include: cerebral palsy – often due to lack of oxygen or infection during labor; brachial plexus injuries – caused by shoulder dystocia during delivery, occasionally resulting in Erb’s Palsy or Klumpke’s Palsy; perinatal asphyxia – resulted from lack of oxygen which may lead neurological damage; and bone fractures – usually happens when there is difficulty delivering the baby.

These injuries can lead to both physical and emotional challenges for your child, not forgetting the financial burden related to ongoing medical costs, therapy, specialized equipment among other things. At such distressful times, it’s essential you partner with knowledgeable Personal Injury attorneys like us at Carlson Bier who have expertise in navigating complex legal processes associated with birth injuries.

The value that we at Carlson Bier bring starts immediately after you contact our office with unconditional support throughout your journey towards justice. We invest time into understanding every aspect of your unique case then exhaustively explore all strategic options within Illinois Law suitable for attaining maximum compensation on behalf of your loved one. Our highly qualified attorneys will aggressively advocate against responsible institutions or individuals ensuring accountability over their negligence.

Additionally, we believe clients deserve transparency about their case progress hence maintain an open line communication policy where we promptly respond any inquiries pertaining case progress or legal process involved.

Our team meticulously gathers evidence supporting your claim including comprehensive analysis hospital records, collaborating witness testimonies (where applicable) as well as engaging renowned medical expert witnesses to give charge to the validity of your case.

Remember, birth injuries can have long-term effects and in Illinois, the statute of limitations for filing a birth injury lawsuit runs until 8 years after the incident for most cases. It is important therefore not to delay taking action. We at Carlson Bier smoothly transition your case into litigation making it less burdensome on you or your family allowing you much needed peace during these trying times.

When it comes to attorney fees, we work under contingency basis meaning we only get compensated if and when we successfully recover damages implicated in your case.

So, if you now find yourself encountering distressing aftermath from a birth injury due to medical negligence then Carlson Bier are here for you. With proven reputation meeting complex demands associated with personal injury claims especially those closely knit around birth injuries within Illinois’s legal framework; let us help pursue justice for your loved one. Your experience with our team will be enriched both professionally and personally: where guidance provided is fiduciary underscored by strong ethics that define who we are as leading law firm in Illinois.

Take charge today! Click on the button below to have our team evaluate your case free of charge, providing an estimate potential compensation awaiting claim. It’s time you got answers that bring about light from this tragic event celebrating life’s greatest gift -the joy of becoming parents- which has been clouded by unfortunate circumstances beyond control reserving bright future ahead alongside your precious ones.

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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 Carbondale

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Specializing in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Burn Burns

Giving skilled legal services for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Healthcare Negligence

Offering dedicated legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Liability

Addressing cases involving faulty products, offering skilled legal guidance to clients affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Tumble Mishaps

Adept in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking compensation for their losses.

Childbirth Injuries

Providing legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Crashes: Concentrated on helping sufferers of car accidents secure appropriate recompense for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal services for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Semi Collision

Offering professional legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for losses.

Construction Site Crashes

Focused on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to extending compassionate legal representation for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Proficient in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unfair Death

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Spine Injury

Focused on advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal support to secure recovery.

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