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At Carlson Bier, we are unwavering in our commitment towards seeking justice for birth injuries. Our extensive experience and advanced knowledge of Illinois laws position us uniquely to support families affected by birth trauma in Decatur. Childbirth is a joyous event; however, unavoidable circumstances can sometimes lead to unfortunate incidents causing distress and anguish. That’s where the expertise of our Illinois-based team comes into play—fighting tirelessly against negligence that could have been prevented.

Our distinguished track record indicates not just our effectiveness but also empathetic approach towards these sensitive cases. We understand how daunting it can be to face such complexities amidst challenging times. Hence, we strive to provide comprehensive legal assistance every step of the way — from evaluation through litigation or settlement.

When dealing with birth injuries, you need more than just lawyers—you need advocates committed to attaining the best possible outcome natural maneuvering resources for needed care and future uncertainties

Choose Carlson Bier as your trusted ally—time-tested proficiency combined with compassion ensures your case gets its deserving attention.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Decatur Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we extend our expert legal assistance specializing in birth injury cases across the state of Illinois. Birth injuries are unexpected incidents often resulting from complications during labor or delivery, that might affect the newborn’s wellbeing considerably. Depending upon their severity, these injuries can lead to life-long consequences such as developmental issues, physical disabilities and even neurological damage. Seeking proper legal advice becomes necessary to compensate for the damages caused by negligence or lack of professionalism by medical practitioners during this crucial phase.

Our team consists of proficient attorneys who hold commendable experience dealing with intricacies surrounding birth injury laws. We provide comprehensive case assessment ensuring every nuance gets ample consideration as far as legal proceedings are concerned. Our primary goal is committed towards securing justice for families affected by such unfortunate circumstances and providing them with requisite compensation they’re entitled to receive.

• One significant detail about birth injuries is that not all necessitate litigation; only those caused due to medical malpractice demand judicial intervention.

• A fundamental insight pertains to the time limits within which lawsuits should be filed post-birth; it varies on a state-to-state basis.

• Understanding of contributory factors leading up to a birth injury plays a decisive role in determining future course of action. Factors such as administering wrong medications, inadequate prenatal care or even incompetent handling at birth act as decisive elements.

• Navigating through extensive regulatory provisions associated with healthcare professionals’ accountability helps build a strong case against dereliction causing severe harm.

Carlson Bier lawyers possess sizeable expertise understanding convoluted medical interactions leading up to undue harm done during childbirth process. In numerous instances, pinpointing exact causes pinning responsibility requires detailed forensic investigation apart from deep-rooted medical knowledge – an area where we excel unquestionably.

In line with this commitment towards transparency and easy accessibility, we endeavor making complicated mechanisms underpinning these cases easily comprehensible – irrespective one is versed in legalese jargon or not. We do know that understanding associated terminologies isn’t everyone’s forte; therefore, we elucidate each related term and technicality in as everyday, comprehensible language as possible.

Facing birth injuries can be an emotionally harrowing experience for any family, demanding financial compensation alongside empathetic ameliorative measures. At Carlson Bier, we employ a client-centric approach designed to reinforce trust while ensuring absolute confidentiality of sensitive details involved.

Finally, you may project what exactly transpired during the unfortunate episode or repercussions it had on your life – the fact remains that proving legal liability needs definite proof-bound strategy constructed with decades-long professional experience. Let our premier team at Carlson Bier carve out the crucial legal pathway guiding you towards justified compensation duly commensurate with physical and emotional toll these incidents encapsulate invariably.

Don’t let your questions and concerns go unanswered in this most critical juncture of your life, Click ‘Find Out Case Worth’ right now allow us help determine how much your case could potentially extract in terms compensation for suffered losses you’ve endured due to such a daunting predicament.

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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 Decatur

Bike Incidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or hazardous conditions.

Fire Damages

Providing skilled legal advice for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Clinical Incompetence

Offering expert legal representation for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Liability

Addressing cases involving defective products, providing professional legal services to individuals affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Misconduct

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Trip Incidents

Skilled in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking justice for their harm.

Childbirth Traumas

Delivering legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to guiding individuals of car accidents receive equitable compensation for harms and impairment.

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing expert legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for damages.

Building Accidents

Concentrated on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Cognitive Harms

Focused on extending compassionate legal support for patients suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Expertise in managing cases for persons who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and expert legal representation to ensure compensation.

Spine Impairment

Expert in defending individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal representation to secure redress.

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