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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to navigating the aftermath of a birth injury, Carlson Bier is your trusted legal partner. We specialize in understanding and resolving complex medical malpractice cases that involve birth injuries. Armed with extensive experience, our well-versed attorneys strive relentlessly for maximum compensation for families dealing with the profound impact of these distressing incidents. Each case we undertake in Dayton receives personalized attention to detail as we understand that no two birth injuries are alike. Our approach involves thorough examination and robust legal strategies tailored specifically around each family’s unique needs. Our commitment to justice is expressed through a track record of commendable results achieved across Illinois while assisting families from Dayton with their lawsuits too . At Carlson Bier, you find compassionate advocacy coupled seamlessly with aggressive pursuit for fair recompense – because we believe nothing less will suffice when seeking restitution for your love one’s ordeal suffered owing to another’s negligence or malpractice during childbirth.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Dayton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to ensuring families affected by birth injuries receive the justice they deserve. Recognized as one of Illinois’s most trusted personal injury law firms, our dedicated team of attorneys vigorously advocate for those navigating life after such a significant occurrence.

Birth injuries can drastically impact an infant’s life and wellbeing, causing lifelong disability or developmental problems. The emotional and financial strain on their families can be immense. It is crucial to understand these categories of birth injuries may include cerebral palsy, hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), erb’s palsy, brachial plexus injuries, or neonatal strokes among others.

– Cerebral Palsy: This refers to a group of disorders affecting balance and movement due to damage inflicted on the developing brain during childbirth.

– Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): A type of brain damage resulting from inadequate oxygen flow or blood supply around the time of birth.

– Erb’s Palsy: Occurs when nerves in the newborn’s upper arm sustain an injury during delivery.

– Neonatal Stroke: Similar to HIE it stems from disruptions in cerebral blood flow resulting in severe neurological damage.

A vital point is that every instance mentioned above could potentially stem from medical negligence or malpractice during childbirth. Therefore legal consultation becomes essential whenever a family suspects that their newborn suffering might be linked back to poor obstetrical care.

It is not uncommon for parents following such heartbreaking diagnoses feel overwhelmed or lost regarding their next steps within the complicated realm of medical malpractice laws. That is precisely where we at Carlson Bier step into your journey – providing you with unparalleled legal assistance firmly rooted in compassion and understanding, guiding you through each stage towards achieving rightful compensation for your child’s pain and suffering.

We know that understanding your rights under Illinois law involving birth injuries can seem daunting without proper guidance, mainly since every case has its unique set of circumstances. Hence at Carlson Bier, we thoroughly investigate every situation to provide an exhaustive understanding of where things went wrong.

– Did the healthcare provider respond promptly and appropriately?

– Was there negligence in fetal monitoring leading up to the delivery?

– Were advanced imaging studies or interventions not utilized in a timely manner?

Our legal team’s primary focus is finding detailed answers to these crucial questions while also offering comprehensive insight into your rights and options with complete transparency.

We at Carlson Bier strongly believe that reducing the burden on those affected by birth injuries involves more than merely fighting for their deserved compensation. The most significant service is empowering clients with knowledge while building trusting relationships going beyond traditional attorney-client engagements.

From specialized medical practices to eyewitness testimony, our lawyers work tirelessly to prepare a case that captures the true impact of a birth injury on your child’s life – from physical issues, developmental delays, future care needs – ensuring you are righteously supported in what can be an extremely challenging time for any parent out there.

Our commitment extends even after winning your rightful claim as we continue work closely with families helping understand and navigate aspects related post-settlement -such as trusts, government-assistance programming or future financial planning essential for children requiring long term care due to injuries sustained during childbirth.

For parents seeking justice for their loved one’s suffering, recognizing the signs and understanding personal injury law involving birth injuries can make all the difference. Connect with us today because professional help is only a click away! We invite you here at Carlson Bier championing Illinois families in need; push that button below and take one step closer towards discovering what your case could truly be worth.

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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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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 Dayton

Bike Crashes

Proficient in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Offering expert legal support for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Healthcare Misconduct

Offering specialist legal assistance for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, extending professional legal guidance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Fall Occurrences

Specialist in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking justice for their damages.

Newborn Injuries

Supplying legal assistance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on guiding individuals of car accidents receive equitable remuneration for injuries and impairment.

Motorcycle Collisions

Expert in providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

18-Wheeler Accident

Extending specialist legal advice for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for damages.

Construction Site Mishaps

Committed to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to delivering dedicated legal representation for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Proficient in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Specializing in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Death

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Specializing in representing patients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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