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Carlson Bier is a premier personal injury law firm that specializes in birth injuries. Caring and dedicated, our expert legal team draws upon its vast experience to assist clients from across diverse locales, including East Alton. When faced with potentially life-changing medical malpractice such as birth injuries, you need committed representation; this is where Carlson Bier steps in. Our skilled attorneys stand ready to advocate tirelessly for justice on your behalf, employing their broad-based knowledge of both the healthcare environment and judicial system. We empathize with the struggle families endure during these overwhelming times and endeavor to alleviate some of this burden by fighting for the compensation you deserve. Each case we handle benefits from our keen attention – key hallmark which sets us apart within the industry – ensuring unparalleled service tailored exclusively toward achieving favorable outcomes for our clients affected by adverse birthing events. In short: if you demand excellence when it comes to legal representation regarding birth injuries, consider putting your faith in Carlson Bier.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in East Alton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are deeply committed to educating our clients on a range of pertinent issues that might affect their case. One such topic that routinely presents itself in the realm of personal injury law is birth injuries. Navigating the aftermath of a birth injury, be it mild or severe, can be a harrowing experience for any family. Our expert legal team at Carlson Bier is well versed in assisting families through this challenging time.

Birth injuries may occur as an unfortunate consequence due to the negligence or errors made by medical practitioners during childbirth. They vary greatly in severity and can have both short-term and lifelong impacts on the health and wellbeing of the child. Some relatively common examples include Brachial Palsy Injuries (Erb’s Palsy), Brain Ischemia or Hemorrhage, Facial Paralysis, Spinal Cord Injuries, Cephalohematoma and Caput Succedaneum among others.

• Erb’s Palsy mostly arises from complications of shoulder dystocia during delivery.

• Brain Ischemia or Hemorrhage may result because of oxygen deprivation to infant leading to long term neurological issues like Cerebral palsy.

• Facial Paralysis often gets related to nerve damage occurring during a forceps-assisted delivery.

• Spinal cord injuries, although rare may occur after traumatic deliveries causing disastrous long term disabilities.

• Cephalohematoma results due to bleeding beneath cranium due little traumas encountered while passing birth canal whereas Caput Succedaneum refers swelling on baby’s scalp noticeable soon after birth commonly resolving without specific treatment.

When you suspect your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical malpractice, it becomes crucially significant for you to understand your rights as parents and potential guardians. This involves identifying whether healthcare professionals followed appropriate standards of care throughout pregnancy, labor and post-delivery period; gathering necessary evidence including medical records; plus having candid conversations about health impacts of birth injury on your child and whole family.

Our dedicated team at Carlson Bier is here to support and guide you through each step, helping you understand the complexities intertwined with medical and legal terminologies. We actively strive for best possible outcome by delivering trustworthy advice in your journey toward justice.

When it comes to addressing birth injuries, we strongly believe that any financial compensation awarded should mirror the grave effects these often-devastating events carry. It’s crucial to take into account not only immediate medical expenses but also long-term therapies, assistive devices or special needs education as required plus ongoing emotional trauma endured by child and parents altogether.

At Carlson Bier, our key strength lies not just in securing a verdict or settlement in your favor, but more importantly assisting you regain control over an overpowering situation while reassuring your peace of mind knowing that you are armed with all necessary resources required for weathering this storm called ‘birth injury’. Our attorneys are geared toward imparting comprehensive overview integrating expectations from future court proceedings interweaved with probable timelines for resolution of such cases.

We encourage anyone who believes their child may have suffered a birth injury due to negligence to review the vast array of free valuable information available on our website before proceeding further. As an empathetic partner in your pursuit for justice, we offer completely confidential, free case evaluations without any obligation. Simply click the button below to find out how much your case could potentially be worth.

Remember: Choosing Carlson Bier implies choosing expertise accumulated over decades dealing with similar unfortunate circumstances; choosing dedication towards prioritizing what’s best for injured babies’ futures; choosing conviction of fighting till last breath so no parent feels left alone confronting aftermaths following innocent errors causing potentially gargantuan sufferings undermining joys associated with birth of their loved ones!

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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 East Alton

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Focused on legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Flame Burns

Offering adept legal support for people of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Physician Carelessness

Ensuring specialist legal services for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving faulty products, extending skilled legal support to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Fall Mishaps

Adept in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking redress for their suffering.

Childbirth Wounds

Supplying legal guidance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Focused on aiding clients of car accidents gain appropriate remuneration for hurts and harm.

Bike Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

18-Wheeler Accident

Providing experienced legal services for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for injuries.

Worksite Accidents

Concentrated on assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Brain Injuries

Expert in ensuring expert legal advice for patients suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Proficient in handling cases for people who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unjust Death

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and expert legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Spine Harm

Focused on representing persons with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal support to secure recovery.

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