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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to medical malpractice, Carlson Bier is a leading legal authority diligently serving Cerro Gordo’s community. Our experience and expertise in personal injury law allow us to fight for justice even in complex malpractice cases. With an impressive record of successful settlements and verdicts, our team ensures the rights of victims are protected fiercely against negligent healthcare providers. We take pride in offering personalized service with prompt response times that prioritize your urgent needs during these challenging moments. Knowing how stressful this process can be, we strive not only towards winning your case but also providing emotional support via compassionate counsel from start to finish. We practice a rigorous adherence to Illinois laws, safeguarding our clients’ interests without fail at all junctures of the legal proceedings involved in medical malpractice suits.Clearly,safety, trustworthiness,in-depth knowledge,and commitment defines Carlson Bier’s powerful legacy.So if you or your loved ones need professional assistance handling a medical malpractice situation,Cerro Gordo residents should look no further than Carlson Bier as their most prudent selection.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Cerro Gordo Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being a leading Personal Injury Attorney group in Illinois, specializing in tackling complex Medical Malpractice cases. When you or your loved ones sustain injuries due to medical negligence, it is crucial to understand that you have the legal right to seek compensation. We take it upon ourselves to guide and represent clients through this often intimidating process.

Medical malpractice can occur at any stage of healthcare delivery when a healthcare professional deviates from standards in their profession, resulting in patient injury or even death. It’s fundamental to realize that not all instances of bad outcomes necessarily mean there was malpractice – sometimes medical procedures have inherent risks associated with them. However, if these adverse outcomes were preventable and arose due to negligence by a healthcare provider, it forms an undeniable basis for medical malpractice claim.

Carlson Bier is thoroughly experienced and well-versed in identifying key elements of a viable medical malpractice claim:

• Proving that there existed a health care provider–patient relationship.

• Demonstrating that the provider did not offer treatment within accepted standards.

• Establishing a direct link between the provider’s negligent act and the injury incurred.

• Determining and proving the damages related directly to the harm caused.

We advocate for victims suffering from various forms of medical malpractices such as misdiagnosis; delayed diagnosis; medication errors; childbirth injuries; anesthesia errors; or surgical mishaps – no case is too intricate for our staunch attorneys.

The damages awarded in a successful medical malpractice lawsuit usually compensate for expenses accrued like additional treatment cost, lost wages due to inability to work, general pain and distress suffered since sustaining the harm or injury along with other losses stipulated under Illinois law.

Our commitment at Carlson Bier extends beyond just winning lawsuits. We strive to educate our clients about not only their rights but also help prepare them for what lies ahead during litigation processes ensuring peace of mind during trying times:

• Understanding your legal options: We will guide you through all possible paths taking into consideration the facts and specifications of each case.

• Knowing Medical Malpractice laws: With vast jurisdiction-specific expertise, we are well-equipped to maneuver within Illinois legal frameworks.

• Preparing for what comes next: By keeping clients informed about possible depositions, courtroom procedures and negotiation tactics, our intention is to always keep ahead strategically.

This process can feel immensely overwhelming. Often victims or families grappling with the aftermath of injury or loss are left feeling defenseless against larger entities like hospitals or insurance agencies. Carlson Bier believes that you deserve compassionate yet aggressive representation that ensures your voice is heard loud and clear in such cases.

At this juncture, if you find yourself wondering how much compensation your case could potentially warrant based on all these factors, don’t remain in suspense any longer! Simply click on the button below to help us understand more about your specific situation which would allow us to give you a better sense of what your claim might be worth. At Carlson Bier, our primary objective always remains achieving justice for our clients ensuring they receive recompense as per the law’s full provision – this motivation fuels every case we undertake. Your fight becomes ours at Carlson Bier – even if it means challenging giants in healthcare and insurance sectors because standing up for our clients is not just a responsibility but an honor we take very seriously!

Remember – choosing the right attorney does make a difference; choose wisely, choose Carlson Bier!

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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 Cerro Gordo

Bike Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or risky conditions.

Fire Wounds

Providing specialist legal services for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Clinical Malpractice

Delivering dedicated legal support for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving dangerous products, supplying professional legal assistance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Misconduct

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Stumble Incidents

Skilled in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking redress for their suffering.

Newborn Harms

Delivering legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Crashes

Incidents: Dedicated to aiding sufferers of car accidents secure fair remuneration for damages and damages.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on providing representation for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Trucking Accident

Providing expert legal services for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for harms.

Building Accidents

Committed to assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Harms

Focused on offering professional legal advice for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Harms

Expertise in managing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Committed to legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Loss

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and expert legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spine Harm

Expert in assisting victims with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal support to secure recovery.

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