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About Carlson Bier Associates

Carlson Bier, a renowned personal injury law firm in Illinois, is the optimal choice when seeking top-tier medical malpractice representation. With a streamlined approach to managing complex cases and delivering exemplary results, Carlson Bier provides diligent legal assistance like no other. They understand how impactful medical negligence can be on your well-being and stress that you deserve nothing less than full justice for substantial physical harm or emotional distress inflicted upon you through malpractice. Whether wrongful diagnosis, surgical mistakes or medication discrepancies caused enduring hardships; Carlson Bier pledges to fight tenaciously because they possess profound expertise in unraveling intricate details of each claim. Moreover, their meticulous investigation processes wedded with strategically planned litigation tactics elevate your chances of securing equitable compensation substantially. For those dwelling in Evansville who need proficient counsel arising from clinical mismanagement occurrences; please avail the adept services from Carlson Bier – offering unparalleled commitment towards clients’ needs irrespective of their geographic locales whilst never diluting the quality law practice standards held high by this distinguished Illinois-based firm.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Evansville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastating aftermath of personal injury cases and particularly those shrouded in medical malpractice. Based in the heart of Illinois, our specialized legal team centers around providing support, guidance, and robust representation to victims who have suffered due to negligent healthcare professionals. Proving medical malpractice can often be a challenging endeavor owing to the nuanced complexities of laws and conditions that need to be met. Tweezing out these complexities and providing you with a full understanding is our primary goal.

Medical malpractice occurs when a hospital, doctor or other health care professional causes an injury to a patient through negligence or omission. This includes errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare or health management, which are all areas falling under the umbrella term of ‘medical malpractice’. It plays out consistently into four key elements.

• It begins with an established patient-doctor relationship. You must show that you had a physician-patient relationship with the accused individual for your claim to hold water.

• Next is proving negligence on part of your doctor as it’s not enough for you just being unhappy about your treatment results; proof supporting their failure in appropriately carrying their duty is fundamental.

• The causation aspect comes third where clear evidence should associate doctor’s negligence directly causing the experienced harm.

• Lastly defines damages–the endured suffering by patient which could range from physical pain or monetary loss issues such as mental anguish and lost work wages.

These set parameters aid one in distinguishing between general body complications arising naturally versus specific injuries induced under watchful practitioner’s eyes -a task requiring expertise our lawyers proudly possess. With extensive backgrounds vested specifically in personal injury law—particularly medical malpractice—Carlson Bier stands ready to help you make sense of hard-to-grasp legal talk while methodically building strong cases against errant practitioners.

Every year there are countless patients who suffer unnecessarily at hands careless medical hands completely unaware that they may be entitled to financial compensation. If you or your loved one has suffered injury as a result of apparent medical error, it’s critical to identify it early and reach out to competent legal help immediately.

Indeed, across Illinois, medical malpractice cases are distinctly time-sensitive due to statutory limitations; hence acting promptly upon encountering such victimizations significantly improves prospects of successful claims considerably. In Carlson Bier, you find dedicated preparation coupled with the vigor necessary in ensuring every case garners meritorious attention and results that compensate for your pain and loss satisfactorily.

Remember, no two medical malpractice cases resemble each other fully; each comes with unique attributes requiring tailor-made legal representation approaches—that’s precisely what we offer at Carlson Bier.

Naturally cautious of structuring ambiguous pricing models that father discontent among many seeking justice—the firm marches towards policy transparency where we only get paid if you do.

Our entire team remains motivated by championing victims’ rights aimed permanently at eliminating devastating effects from mismanaged healthcare could thrust upon innocent families. Our caring yet zealous approach demystifies all these intricacies bundled into this cause while offering unlimited support through possibly life-changing procedures bound within our undivided commitment to expose healthcare-associated injustices across the State Of Illinois comprehensively.

Last but not least – Curious about the value entailed in your potential claim? Then look no further than the button below. Click and begin your journey towards deserved compensation—Carlson Bier is on standby waiting eagerly for an opportunity assuring justice prevails against faulted professional negligence our clients have endured.”

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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 Evansville

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or perilous conditions.

Burn Burns

Offering skilled legal help for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Delivering professional legal support for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Fault

Addressing cases involving faulty products, offering skilled legal guidance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Neglect

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Tumble Accidents

Specialist in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking compensation for their damages.

Childbirth Injuries

Offering legal help for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Crashes

Collisions: Committed to guiding victims of car accidents gain equitable compensation for harms and losses.

Scooter Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Big Rig Collision

Ensuring experienced legal advice for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for damages.

Building Crashes

Concentrated on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Neurological Harms

Focused on extending professional legal advice for victims suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Specialized in addressing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Fatality

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal services to ensure fairness.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in assisting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal support to secure redress.

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