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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, we are highly specialized Medical Malpractice attorneys who deliver strategic counsel and strong advocacy to the residents of Essex. We understand that medical negligence harms not just your health but uproots life as you know it entirely. That’s why our mission is ensuring justice for victims with utmost precision fueled by comprehensive knowledge of Illinois malpractices laws. Our vast experience means you can trust us to fight for the fair compensation that your situation demands.

Our unwavering commitment to trustworthy service, adherence to high ethical standards, and maintaining discretion has enabled countless peers and clients across Illinois honor us with their endorsements and recommendations – a testament of our reliability. Transparency in billing is another quality aspect at Carlson Bier, no hidden costs or misunderstood charges – only honesty complemented by consistently successful results!

Choose a client-centered practice where dynamic representation meets empathy; choose properly proven credentials over perceived convenience; choose expertise instead of experiments! Trust Carlson Bier today – in pursuit of protecting patients’ rights while navigating intricate landscapes surrounding Medical Malpractice Law.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Essex Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are unwavering in our commitment to safeguarding your rights and seeking justice should you be a victim of medical malpractice. Situated in the heart of Illinois, we are renowned personal injury attorneys with an uncompromising dedication to our valued clients. We understand that medical malpractice can often lead to devastating life-changing aftermaths that can shake a person’s world.

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider, through negligence or omission, deviates from the accepted standards of practice resulting in harm to the patient. This harm could range from physical injury, emotional trauma, long-term disability or even death. To successfully claim for medical malpractice damages in Illinois, it is necessary to establish certain key aspects:

• The existence of a doctor-patient relationship.

• Negligence on the part of the health care professional.

• Linkage between this negligence and patient’s injuries

• Proof of specific damages (physical pain, mental anguish or additional medical bills).

At Carlson Bier, our emphasis lies not just on winning claims but also educating our clients about their legal rights within these lawsuits. Our dedicated team spends invaluable hours meticulously analyzing your case details – assessing medical records and engaging credible specialists if required – all aimed at constructing an irrefutable claim.

We understand the little-known intricacies involved in personal injury law: navigating insurance companies’ strategies used to reduce your claim amount; managing complexities pertaining to cut-off dates for filing lawsuits; understanding if a hospital can actually be held responsible for a doctor’s misconduct.

Another critical aspect often overlooked is how “compensatory” and “punitive” damages function within Illinois’ Medical Malpractice Act. In particular compensatory damages include both economic – costs incurred due to lost wages and exorbitant medical bills – as well as non-economic realities such as pain and suffering which do not have a tangible dollar-value attached.

While punitive damages awarded provide additional financial aid as a form of punishment to prevent any future transgressions. It’s vital that the plaintiff is well-versed with how these two types of damages can significantly impact their overall claim.

It is also crucial to be aware that not all medical outcomes, especially those unfavorable or unexpected are a direct result of malpractice. Sometimes, they may be due to inherent risks associated with certain procedures or treatments – an aspect which needs careful evaluation.

At Carlson Bier, we believe ignorance should never compromise justice. This is why our attorneys provide free consultations —to answer your questions, assess the viability of your case and walk you through the legal recourse available smartly and strategically – offering deep-seated professional expertise coupled with compassionate understanding.

We understand how hard it can be facing hefty hospital bills while recuperating from another’s negligence; balancing mundane realities while staging a tough legal fight against powerful institutions. But when you have us as your reliable counsel, rest assured—you are not alone in this fight for your rightful reparations.

Thus, at Carlson Bier, we consider it more than just our duty; it’s an honor and privilege to help navigate these obscure legal channels ensuring you receive fair compensation for any physical strains and emotional tribulations inflicted upon you by medical malpractice.

So don’t wait! Click on the button below now to find out how much your case could be worth—understand what lawful compensation is due for your suffering caused by someone else’s medical negligence! Asserting your rights today could pave the way for securing justice tomorrow—remember you owe it to yourself!

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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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Medical Malpractice FAQ​

Medical malpractice is negligence on the part of a healthcare professional that causes harm to a patient. Negligence occurs when a healthcare professional fails to meet the standard of care that is expected of them.

The most common types of medical malpractice include:

  • Misdiagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional fails to diagnose a patient’s condition correctly.
  • Delayed diagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional does not diagnose a patient’s condition until it is too late.
  • Surgical errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.
  • Medication errors: These errors can include prescribing the wrong medication, prescribing the wrong dosage, or failing to monitor a patient for side effects.
  • Anesthesia errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.

The signs and symptoms of medical malpractice can vary depending on the type of malpractice that occurred. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Unexplained injuries: This could include injuries that occurred during surgery or injuries that were not properly treated.
  • Worsening condition: If a patient’s condition worsens after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.
  • Unexpected death: If a patient dies unexpectedly after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.

The treatment options for medical malpractice injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to correct injuries that were caused by medical malpractice.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of medical malpractice injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for medical malpractice if you have been injured due to the negligence of a healthcare professional. A medical malpractice 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 Essex

Cycling Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Providing professional legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Hospital Negligence

Ensuring experienced legal advice for clients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Fault

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, delivering professional legal help to clients affected by harmful products.

Elder Neglect

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

Slip & Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking justice for their damages.

Birth Harms

Supplying legal aid for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Collisions: Dedicated to helping clients of car accidents receive just compensation for hurts and harm.

Bike Crashes

Focused on providing legal services for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Semi Accident

Delivering experienced legal advice for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for injuries.

Building Incidents

Committed to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Head Injuries

Committed to offering professional legal services for clients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Harms

Proficient in tackling cases for victims who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Passing

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and expert legal support to ensure fairness.

Spine Impairment

Specializing in supporting patients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure settlement.

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