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When it comes to addressing Nursing Home Abuse in East Hazel Crest, Carlson Bier exhibits paramount expertise. This firm stands at the forefront of safeguarding rights and dignity for senior citizens who tragically fall prey to nursing home abuse. Attentively handling such sensitive cases with a tailored approach is where they excel most. Each individual case is treated with utmost discretion and respect, focusing diligently on procuring justice and much-deserved compensation. With their vast experience navigating Illinois law intricacies, you can trust in their ability to create an irrefutable case that advocates for your loved ones’ wellbeing effectively.

Renowned as tenacious litigators, Carlson Bier doesn’t back down until each claim resonates within courtroom walls compellingly; representing those who lack voices louder than any silence endured through oppression or neglect.

Fighting not just against abusive actions but towards policy changes that better protect our elders everywhere—this embodies what makes Carlson Bier the ideal choice when facing this overwhelming challenge.

Showcasing unwavering dedication when serving clients proves why choosing this admirable team ensures solidarity amidst adversity while seeking rightful justice from horrifying nursing home abuses; look no further than Carlson Bier .

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in East Hazel Crest Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in helping victims of nursing home abuse navigate the complexities of legal recourse and restitution. As a respected law firm headquartered in Illinois, our dedicated team relentlessly advocates for those who have experienced the unthinkable at the hands of cards.

Nursing home abuse is a profoundly serious issue that often goes unreported due to fearful or confused elderly residents. There are several forms this detrimental conduct can manifest itself:

• Physical Abuse: This encompasses intentional infliction of physical harm such as hitting, pushing, slapping or misuse of restraint.

• Emotional Abuse: This type involves causing emotional distress like humiliation, intimidation or isolation.

• Sexual Abuse: Any form of non-consensual sexual contact inflicted upon a resident.

• Neglect: Failure to provide necessary care including medication administration, personal hygiene upkeep or ample food and water provision.

The Carlson Bier team knows the nuances of each aforementioned form – crucial when forming an effective litigation strategy against perpetrator institutions. We’re committed to holding those responsible accountable for their actions while seeking maximum compensation for victims and families.

After experiencing nursing home abuse or neglect first-hand or observing it happen to a loved one, you may be overwhelmed with emotions—confusion on what steps should be taken next; fear about future conditions in the facility; anger towards those who were supposed to protect and care for your family member but instead caused them harm. But first and foremost you need to realize—isn’t okay and it’s extremely important that you inform someone immediately.

Confidentiality is an integral part of our practice at Carlson Bier which guarantees absolute security to all information shared by clients. Our attorneys stand alongside each client every step through this highly challenging process till justice is delivered.

Furthermore, establishing liability is paramount in these cases – our expert lawyers will guide you through evidence gathering (the right kind), witness interviews (both caregivers and other residents) and filing reports with appropriate authorities (Illinois Department of Public Health or law enforcement). We help uncover the truth and work to ensure no other resident undergoes such atrocious treatment.

While every case is unique, we strive to deliver a compensation that primarily covers medical bills arising from the abuse, cost related to relocation if needed, pain and suffering endured by the victim and in some cases punitive damages which serve as strong deterrents for future offences.

At Carlson Bier, our in-depth understanding of nursing home abuse litigation enables us to be best positioned in fighting these battles on your behalf. We understand the emotional toll it takes on families – hence our continual commitment towards ensuring clients are informed and comfortable during every stage of proceedings.

We believe in operating under a contingency fee basis, meaning our service fees are dependent solely on successful representation outcomes. In simpler words, if you do not receive any compensation through settlement or court judgment payments then we too do not receive payment for legal services provided.

Still left with many queries? Concerned about potential harm jeopardizing the health of someone you love? Allow us to provide guidance crafting an action plan moving ahead after such disheartening experiences. If you’re even slightly suspicious that yourself or a loved one might be a victim of nursing home abuse at their residential facility here in Illinois click on the button below right now.

Get all important questions answered today by giving us an opportunity with your potentially present situation – learn more about what Carlson Bier can offer you including how much your specific case could 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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Nursing Home | Elder Abuse FAQ​

The signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse or neglect can vary depending on the type of abuse or neglect that is occurring. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical abuse: This could include bruises, cuts, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Emotional abuse: This could include verbal abuse, intimidation, and isolation.
  • Sexual abuse: This could include sexual touching, intercourse, and other sexual acts.
  • Neglect: This could include malnutrition, dehydration, and poor hygiene.

If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home, you should:

  • Report your suspicions to the nursing home administrator.
  • Contact the local ombudsman, who is an advocate for nursing home residents.
  • File a complaint with the state’s department of health or human services.
  • Contact a nursing home abuse lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a family member of a nursing home abuse or neglect victim, you have the right to:

  • Visit your loved one at any time.
  • Have access to your loved one’s medical records.
  • Be informed of your loved one’s care plan and treatment.
  • File a complaint against the nursing home if you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for nursing home abuse or neglect if your loved one has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of the nursing home. A nursing home abuse 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 Hazel Crest

Bike Incidents

Expert in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Damages

Supplying skilled legal assistance for patients of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Physician Negligence

Delivering expert legal representation for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Fault

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, delivering expert legal guidance to customers affected by defective items.

Aged Abuse

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Fall Injuries

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking justice for their injuries.

Newborn Damages

Delivering legal assistance for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Accidents: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents receive fair payout for harms and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Expert in providing legal services for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Trucking Mishap

Ensuring expert legal services for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for hurts.

Construction Mishaps

Dedicated to supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cognitive Damages

Focused on delivering compassionate legal advice for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Incidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Death

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and professional legal services to ensure restitution.

Spine Harm

Expert in representing persons with paralysis, offering professional legal services to secure recovery.

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