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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with a birth injury case, Carlson Bier is the law practice you need. Birth injuries demand more than just legal knowledge; they require compassion, wisdom, and dedication to obtaining justice for families. Our attorneys at Carlson Bier specialize in handling these delicate matters with the utmost discretion and expertise that come from years of experience being litigators in this field in Illinois.

Residents of Fairfield can rest assured knowing we possess an intricate understanding of the complexities surrounding birth injury cases. We know every aspect involved: medical malpractice laws, neonatal care standards, obstetrical errors – everything that could potentially impact your case.

We are well known for our client-oriented approach to service delivery where every family’s unique situation is catered for thoroughly and meticulously. What sets us apart? Unwavering commitment to seeking justice and comprehensive compensation packages on behalf of our clients impacted by birth injuries.

Let Carlson Bier be your guide through this difficult period – because when it comes to protecting your rights and ensuring justice for your loved ones affected by birth injuries – it isn’t just about winning a case; it’s about making things right! Trust us as many others have done before you.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Fairfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we champion our duty as personal injury attorneys in Illinois to advance and protect the rights of clients who have been affected by birth injuries. This pivotal area of personal injury law addresses cases where negligence or malpractice during birth leads to serious harm to either the mother or child. Birth injuries encompass a wide range of complications that may lead to temporary or permanent disability, potentially affecting the quality of life for both the child and family.

Birth injuries can be categorized into several types.

– For instance, there’s Cerebral Palsy which may stem from inadequate oxygen supply during childbirth resulting in life-long physical impairments.

– Brachial Plexus Injuries (Erb’s Palsy) could occur due to excessive pressure on a baby’s head, neck or shoulders during delivery leading to nerve damage affecting arm movement.

– Intracranial Hemorrhage is another condition referring to bleeding within the skull often caused by trauma during delivery.

– Lastly, Fractures, particularly collarbone fractures can happen when babies face difficulty passing through the birth canal.

Despite these potential hazards, understanding that not all complications arising during childbirth amount to medical malpractice is critical. To establish medical negligence linked with a birth injury, it must be evident that healthcare professionals failed in their duty of care towards you and your newborn – a complex process requiring expert legal assistance from firms like ours at Carlson Bier.

Our role at Carlson Bier involves directly handling your case with sensitivity and providing incisive legal insight if you choose us as your advocate. We thoroughly investigate every aspect of your claim and facilitate access to medical experts who help underline how standard protocols were breached. Most importantly perhaps, our proficiency extends beyond merely shaping solid legal strategies; we analyze cost implications triggered by such injuries including future-specialized services along with loss of earnings ensuring comprehensive compensation plans tailored exclusively for you.

We’re aware that pursing these claims opens up extensive emotional discomfort which is why you can count on us to work tirelessly, ensuring that those at fault are held accountable. Our approach combines compassion with a tenacious pursuit for justice and we don’t rest until every possible avenue of compensation has been explored.

Beyond providing legal representation, our commitments include educating our clients about their rights and walking them through each step of the complex litigation process. Through open and clear communication, we ensure that you are always informed about your case’s proceedings. At Carlson Bier, it’s not just about winning cases but also creating an environment where clients feel heard, valued, and supported.

Dealing with birth injuries can be overwhelming to any family due to their catastrophic ramifications physically, emotionally, and financially. If you’ve experienced one such injury owing to medical negligence or malpractice, remember – time is of utmost essence in these cases given strict Illinois statutes of limitation around filing personal injury lawsuits.

Navigating the maze of healthcare providers to figure out who exactly is responsible may seem daunting if done alone but it doesn’t need to be – particularly when seasoned firms like Carlson Bier enter the picture. As trusted personal injury attorneys based in Illinois for many years now serving clients effectively across diverse claims – rely on us for both legal sustenance during challenging times together with proficient advocacy right from initial consultation till eventual realization of rightful compensation!

While this overview provides key insights into birth injuries within framework of personal injury law; however nothing beats personalized counsel accounting for specifics unique to your case! To know more about how much your potential claim could be worth in terms of financial recovery—if indeed medical negligence becomes established—do click on the button below as a first towards understanding its value better. Let Carlson Bier help make sense regarding intricacies surrounding birth injury claims as we strive consistently delivering results well beyond client expectations!

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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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Birth Injuries FAQ

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 Fairfield

Cycling Crashes

Proficient in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Traumas

Giving adept legal services for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Ensuring professional legal representation for persons affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Fault

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, extending specialist legal support to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Abuse

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble & Tumble Occurrences

Skilled in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking restitution for their losses.

Birth Damages

Extending legal help for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Dedicated to helping individuals of car accidents obtain appropriate recompense for hurts and losses.

Scooter Collisions

Expert in providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring professional legal assistance for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for injuries.

Building Mishaps

Committed to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Neurological Injuries

Focused on delivering professional legal services for patients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Traumas

Skilled in tackling cases for people who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Committed to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unfair Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and professional legal support to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Harm

Committed to defending clients with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure justice.

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