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If you or a loved one has suffered because of medical negligence in Cortland, look no further than Carlson Bier. Our firm specializes in Medical Malpractice law and relentlessly fights for justice on behalf of our clients. We understand the vulnerability faced by victims of medical malpractice, so we ensure each case receives our utmost attention and commitment towards securing the maximum possible compensation. Our vast experience and deep understanding of Illinois law empowers us to present strong cases that compel positive outcomes. Even against formidable opponents, Carlson Bier stands firm with proficiency in navigating complex legal systems and intestate court proceedings specific to Medical Malpractices occurrences. We pride ourselves on preserving an impressive success rate while maintaining professionalism throughout your pursuit for justice. Partnering with us ensures personalized guidance coupled with compassionate care every step toward rightful restitution— not just as lawyers but advocates who recognize your right to quality healthcare too! Trust the process; trust Carlson Bier – your reliable ally through challenging times.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Cortland Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your reliable partner for legal solutions and recourse in Illinois. Our dedicated team of professional personal injury attorneys specializes in an important subset of personal injury law known as medical malpractice. Whether you are a victim of negligence, misdiagnosis, surgical errors or other health-care related issues, our expertise ensures that we effectively handle your case with the utmost precision and integrity.

Medical malpractice is a serious breach of trust between a healthcare provider and a patient. At Carlson Bier, we understand the detrimental impacts such misconduct can have on an individual’s life. Medical malpractice occurs when a hospital, doctor or other healthcare professional causes injury through neglect or omission – either through errors in diagnosis, treatment aftercare or health management.

Here at Carlson Bier, we emphasize on providing quality educational content so you clearly understand the details about Medical Malpractice:

• The Standard of Care: Medical professionals must adhere to set standards while treating patients. We help identify if there has been any deviation from these accepted norms causing harm.

• Patient Harm due to Negligence: Not every mistake made by medical personnel counts as negligence; it becomes negligent only when it leads to significant damage or extraordinary suffering which could otherwise have been prevented.

• Proving Culpability: This involves evidencing that the practitioner’s negligence was directly culpable for your condition worsening or lack of recovery.

As premier Illinois Personal Injury lawyers specializing in medical malpractice cases, we’ve seen firsthand the devastating effects this sort of neglect can impose on victims’ lives – physically, emotionally and financially. Therefore, when it comes to choosing us as your defender against deviant medical practices resulting in undue pain and hardship to you or your loved ones – be rest assured it’s more than purely legal representation you’ll receive but also compassion understanding stemming from experts committed beyond measure towards client satisfaction.

Navigating license boards and insurance bureaucracies without expert guidance can be overwhelming especially during the distress of a medical injury. That’s why our goal goes beyond obtaining just compensation for you, we go a step further to provide personalized services tailored to your needs. Our adept team consistently stays with you around-the-clock ensuring not only that justice is served but establishes precedents that respect and prioritize patient welfare.

Taking legal action in medical malpractice cases can be complex due to legal and medial technicalities involved. Therefore, it’s advantageous to have experienced personal injury attorneys like Carlson Bier by your side who are well-versed in Illinois law, possess exceptional negotiation skills and hold strong success rates attained from years of extensive case-handling experience.

At Carlson Bier, we understand your rights better than anyone else! So when the weight of dealing with insurance companies or trusting an inexperienced lawyer becomes unbearable – remember that winning starts right here at Carlson Bier. As per our consistent market reputation: we’re dedicated towards securing the best possible outcomes for all victims of medical malpractice seeking restitution under state laws governing personal injuries.

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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 Cortland

Bicycle Incidents

Proficient in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Extending skilled legal advice for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Physician Misconduct

Extending dedicated legal services for patients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Responsibility

Managing cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal guidance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Misconduct

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Trip Accidents

Expert in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking restitution for their harm.

Neonatal Wounds

Offering legal help for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Crashes

Crashes: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents obtain equitable settlement for harms and losses.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal advice for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Truck Mishap

Extending expert legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for damages.

Construction Mishaps

Engaged in representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Neurological Damages

Committed to ensuring professional legal support for persons suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at handling cases for persons who have suffered damages from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Committed to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Undeserved Death

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and skilled legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Harm

Focused on representing clients with spine impairments, offering expert legal representation to secure compensation.

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