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When faced with a complex and distressing situation like a birth injury, it’s of paramount importance to engage legal professionals who have your best interest at heart. With exceptional experience in the field of Birth Injuries law, Carlson Bier stands out as your optimal ally for navigating these challenging conditions. We provide skilled representation throughout Illinois, including Deerfield area families. Our team is equipped with unparalleled expertise and determination to fight for our clients’ rights while showing the utmost compassion during such troubling times. Trusting Carlson Bier opens doors to comprehensive legal aid; we fully review medical records, consult renowned experts when needed and fiercely represent you in order to secure desirable outcomes for justice sought after birth injuries cases . Your quest for fair compensation demands no less than what we offer: unrivaled prowess married with complete dedication towards protecting your needs on every front. Choose us – Carlson Bier – when strength matters most in seeking rightful reparation.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Deerfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexities and emotional distress involved in birth injury cases. Our personal injury attorneys are dedicated to providing competent legal guidance for families impacted by birth injuries across Illinois. We passionately advocate for victims’ rights, striving to attain the just compensation you deserve to cover medical bills, continuous treatment costs, pain suffering, and more.

Birth injuries denote any form of physical harm inflicted upon a newborn before, during or shortly after delivery. These can manifest as brain damage due to oxygen deprivation (hypoxia), brachial plexus palsy related to shoulder dystocia incidents, or cerebral palsy resulting from various factors including infections and premature birth complications. Unfortunately these types of injuries can sometimes lead to lifelong disabilities or development delays that require extensive care and support.

• Oxygen Deprivation: Lack of adequate oxygen supply during childbirth could result in hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy causing physical and cognitive impairment.

• Shoulder Dystocia: Difficulty in delivering the baby’s shoulder after their head is out often leads to brachial plexus injuries ranging from temporary paralysis to permanent damage.

• Premature Birth Complications: Babies born prematurely are at risk of developing serious health issues such as cerebral palsy due to underdeveloped organs or immune system deficiencies.

In several instances, these situations arise due to medical negligence – be it improper fetal monitoring or undue delay in performing necessary interventions like cesarean sections. Medical practitioners must adhere strictly to the standard of care stipulated through years of research and clinical practice. Deviations here categorically fall into malpractice territory where our expertise lies prominently.

Safeguarding your family’s future is vital post an unfortunate incident like this. Here at Carlson Bier we possess a stellar record litigating birth injury claims on behalf of numerous clients assuring them restitution appropriate for their specific predicament. Substantial evidence gathering aided by meticulous review procedures guarantee that no negligent act remains disregarded.

Nevertheless, the Illinois law mandates certain obligatory prerequisites for filing a birth injury lawsuit that claimants must abide by – most important among them being the Statute of Limitations defining specific timeframes within which one needs to lodge their claim.

• Act Within Time: In general, Illinois allows a two-year window post discovering your child’s injury to initiate legal proceedings.

• Damage limitations: The state does not cap damages in medical malpractice lawsuits so there’s no upper limit on potential compensation.

Considering the crucial obligations involved, having a foremost personal injury attorney like us at Carlson Bier ensuring precise compliance can undoubtedly bring about desired outcomes eventually. Furthermore navigating intricate insurance issues or confronting daunting healthcare providers needn’t be an additional burden for you exclusively when we are determinedly on your side agitating relentlessly for your rights and interests.

While every case is unique presenting its own set of challenges, our commitment remains unwavering—to zealously represent you endeavoring toward securing laudable results tailored by fact-based substantiation each step of the way. Our methodical approach coupled with customized strategies ensure that maximum feasible compensation reaches those affected helping ameliorate existing difficulties to considerable degrees.

With substantial experience handling complicated birth injury cases across Illinois and unyielding dedication to victim advocacy, Carlson Bier makes certain you get fair treatment in this challenging legal journey and beyond. It’s time you took a vital step towards safeguarding your family’s health and financial future post an unfortunate birth incident—by finding out how much your case could potentially be worth with specialists such as ourselves who truly care about getting justice served rightfully. Click on the button below today—it’s easy, confidential and could make all the difference as you proceed ahead accounting for unforeseen contingencies arising from traumatic situations such as birth 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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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 Deerfield

Bike Mishaps

Focused on legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Flame Burns

Offering professional legal advice for patients of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Medical Misconduct

Offering dedicated legal support for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Obligation

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal support to victims affected by harmful products.

Aged Misconduct

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip & Trip Mishaps

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Newborn Damages

Delivering legal aid for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Dedicated to assisting clients of car accidents obtain equitable compensation for hurts and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal support for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Trucking Mishap

Extending specialist legal assistance for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Construction Site Crashes

Focused on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Neurological Traumas

Focused on offering professional legal support for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered harms from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Undeserved Death

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and skilled legal support to ensure restitution.

Neural Trauma

Focused on assisting clients with spine impairments, offering expert legal guidance to secure recovery.

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