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If you’re in Collinsville and searching for a trusted group to handle any Birth Injury related cases, the law firm of Carlson Bier has established itself as an excellent choice. Our extensive experience in handling sensitive birth injury issues sets us apart from others. The legal landscape can be difficult to navigate alone; this is where our team steps in with robust knowledge and diligent advocacy. At Carlson Bier, we believe no family should endure hardships due to birth injuries that are often preventable medical mistakes. Our lawyers, specializing in personal injury cases, conduct exhaustive investigation processes and advocate relentlessly while keeping your best interest at heart. We guide clients through every stage of their case ensuring maximum compensation for damages incurred during such unfortunate incidents — because justice served means peace restored to afflicted families wronged by negligence or ineptitude leading to birth injuries.

Choose Carlson Bier — it’s not just about being represented; it’s about regaining control over your life again after enduring insurmountable pain caused by someone else’s error or recklessness.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Collinsville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we have dedicated our practice to passionately advocating for families whose lives have been tragically affected by birth injuries. Birth injury-related cases in Illinois stretch across a vast spectrum of conditions and circumstances that vary from minor or temporary health issues to severe and permanent disabilities. It is important that you understand the potential causes, types, symptoms, treatments, long-term impacts and legal options associated with birth injuries.

To start off, birth injuries can result from a variety of situations before, during or after delivery. They may originate from medical negligence such as failure to monitor fetal distress signals on electronic fetal monitors or inadequate use of forceps or vacuum extractors during delivery. Birth injuries may also be linked to pharmaceutical malpractice if harmful drugs are prescribed during pregnancy.

• Types: There’s plethora of types when it comes to birth injuries. This includes brain damage due to oxygen deprivation (Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy), physical harm like cerebral palsy resulting from nerve damage and fractures or Bell’s Palsy caused by facial nerve trauma.

• Symptoms: They often vary based on the severity and type of injury experienced. Common signs could include difficulty in feeding or swallowing, slow development milestones reached compared to other children their age, difference in reflexes on either side of their body and delayed language-learning skills.

• Treatment: Depending on the specific condition diagnosed, management strategies can range widely -from physiotherapy sessions for motor function improvement to more specialized therapies like occupational therapy for enhancing daily functioning skills.

• Legal Aspects: If your child has suffered a birth injury because of someone else’s negligence then you are likely entitled to compensation under Illinois state laws. Seeking out professional assistance promptly is crucial since waiting too long might lead you beyond the stipulated statutory period rendering your claims nullified.

Essentially understanding all these aspects can most significantly make better decisions when dealing with such dire circumstances but navigating through this maze could be overwhelming and that’s why you need experienced legal representation – and this is where we come in.

At Carlson Bier, our meticulous approach will ensure thorough investigation of medical records to identify any lapses in standard care protocols leading to your child’s injury. Our team also has strategic alliances with medical experts whose insights can add strength to your case.

What sets us apart from the rest is not only our fierce drive for achieving justice but also our empathetic understanding of the traumas suffered by families dealing with birth injuries. We have seen firsthand the life-altering repercussions that such cases bring along, hence all our efforts are targeted towards alleviating their financial burdens facilitating better access to quality healthcare requirements.

Our diverse team comprises highly qualified personal injury lawyers who are seasoned veterans dealing specifically with birth injury laws in Illinois. Their rich experience equipped with profound understanding of regulatory mandates distinctly positions them as trustworthy confidantes securing maximum entitlements for your family in such crisis times.

We believe every case matter irrespective of its size as it reflects an innocent life being unexpectedly endangered by an avoidable incidence caused due to disregard or mistake on part of a professional’s duty bound responsibilities. Therefore, at Carlson Bier, each client is cherished deeply because behind every paperwork there’s a living embodiment symbolizing unmatched courage coupled with silent solace seeking an urgent healing touch.

Finally, since it’s vital knowing what lies ahead if you’re considering legal action related to a birth injury acquired within the state of Illinois, click on the button below allowing us uncovering what compensation values could possibly be associated closely concerning your unique case details. So don’t wait anymore and take this first step – not only for vindication owing to past sufferings but also ensuring brighter future prospects tailor-made justly suiting individual needs exactly how they should rightly be met.

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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 Collinsville

Bike Incidents

Proficient in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Flame Damages

Offering specialist legal help for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Clinical Malpractice

Extending experienced legal advice for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Managing cases involving dangerous products, offering adept legal assistance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Neglect

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

Tumble and Slip Occurrences

Expert in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Traumas

Supplying legal help for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Dedicated to assisting victims of car accidents receive fair payout for harms and damages.

Motorbike Accidents

Specializing in providing representation for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Truck Mishap

Providing expert legal representation for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for damages.

Worksite Accidents

Concentrated on assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Harms

Specializing in offering expert legal advice for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Injuries

Proficient in handling cases for persons who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and skilled legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Neural Impairment

Committed to representing individuals with spine impairments, offering specialized legal representation to secure settlement.

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