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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the daunting reality of a birth injury, it’s vital you secure expert legal representation. Carlson Bier is an exemplary choice in such situations as they possess unmatched experience and knowledge in this crucial field. Our team consists of well-versed attorneys who are dedicated to providing aggressive advocacy for families affected by birth injuries across Illinois, particularly Channahon. We understand that no amount of financial compensation can fully rectify the emotional toll that these incidents impose on your family. However, at Carlson Bier we work tirelessly to ensure accountability is upheld amidst medical negligence cases related to childbirth complications or errors leading to life-altering repercussions. Our firm prides itself on integrity and transparency; we assure our clients comprehensive understanding at every stage of their case journey without deceiving them into false hopes or unrealistic results. Whether facing cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injuries or any other type of birth trauma – trust Carlson Bier’s dedication and prowess for exceptional legal service when you need it most.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Channahon Illinois

Carlson Bier is a premier personal injury law firm, prominently rooted in Illinois, with profound expertise on the complex landscape of birth injuries. Birth Injuries represent some of the most devastating and heart-wrenching cases that we encounter. Our dedicated team of professional lawyers provide compassionate assistance while assertively pursuing your rights to fair compensation.

Birth injuries often occur due to medical negligence during childbirth. This can happen through errors in prenatal care or any mistakes administered throughout labor and delivery process. More grievously, these injuries may result in life-long disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, Brachial Plexus Palsy (Erb’s Palsy), Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), perinatal asphyxia, intracranial hemorrhage or trauma, bone fractures or even wrongful death.

Some common types of birth injuries include:

* Cerebral palsy: A neurological disorder caused by a non-progressive brain injury or malformation that occurs while the child’s brain is under development.

* Erb’s palsy: Damage to nerves which control muscles in the arm resulting from excessive pulling on the shoulders during delivery.

* Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE): Occurs when an infant’s brain doesn’t receive enough oxygen before, during or after birth.

* Bone fractures: Often results from handling babies roughly at the time of delivery.

If you’re facing any of these daunting scenarios, it’s essential to understand that you are not alone and legal help is available.

The experienced attorneys at Carlson Bier meticulously investigate each birth injury case for its root cause; unearthing whether it was unavoidable complication or untoward result of substandard care. We assess each situation carefully to ensure all possible damages you could be entitled are thoroughly evaluated – this includes past, present and future medical expenses; physical pain and suffering; mental anguish; costs associated with long term therapy or disability; and loss of earning potential, among others. We endeavor to alleviate the emotional stress that comes with pursuing these claims, offering guidance every step of the way.

While we cannot undo a devastating birth injury, Carlson Bier aspires to remedy its lasting impact by securing full compensation for the unanticipated expenses and conflicts this might have imposed upon your family life. Through litigation or negotiating settlements outside court, whichever course is best suited to your circumstances, we diligently strive to affirm that justice is served in each case we undertake.

We strongly believe that every pregnancy deserves top-grade professional care and standards must be upheld at all costs. If you suspect any form of negligence led to your child’s birth injury, it’s crucial not to delay taking legal action. In Illinois, there’s a time limit for filing medical malpractice claims – usually within two years from when you discovered (or should have discovered) the harm caused by substandard medical care – so acting swiftly can make all the difference between recovering adequate damages or none at all.

Our law firm does more than aimlessly send paperwork back-and-forth in hopes of attaining desired results – we take strategic measures based on solid evidence obtained through meticulous investigation; employ reliable expert witnesses when needed and devise compelling arguments true to our ethos which places clients’ interests atop everything else.

At Carlson Bier personal injury attorney group, compassion meets competence head-on providing victims with comprehensive legal representation they need during such challenging times.

Your child deserves justice for their suffering. By clicking on the button below entitled “Find Out How Much My Case Is Worth”, you open doors for rightful recompense and essential peace-of-mind that only comes when knowing an experienced team lighting up this darkened path beside you guarantees key defenses are rightfully deployed assuring no loophole goes unnoticed nor threat undeterred. Trust us today as countless other satisfied clients have been doing since inception.

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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 Channahon

Cycling Accidents

Specializing in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Burn Burns

Giving skilled legal help for victims of grave burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Hospital Negligence

Providing expert legal advice for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Obligation

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, delivering professional legal guidance to clients affected by defective items.

Elder Neglect

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall & Slip Accidents

Specialist in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking recovery for their suffering.

Childbirth Wounds

Delivering legal guidance for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Crashes: Dedicated to guiding sufferers of car accidents secure fair compensation for hurts and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on providing representation for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Semi Crash

Offering experienced legal services for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for hurts.

Building Collisions

Dedicated to supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Damages

Dedicated to ensuring compassionate legal services for victims suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in managing cases for people who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Committed to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and adept legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spine Trauma

Specializing in assisting individuals with backbone trauma, offering expert legal support to secure settlement.

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