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When dealing with the delicate and complex matter of birth injuries, Carlson Bier is your ideal legal partner. Based in Illinois and serving Findlay among other cities, our firm’s attorneys are renowned for their exceptional knowledge in this particular field. We understand that such unfortunate circumstances demand not only legal expertise but also empathy, compassion, and understanding. Carlson Bier provides an unmatched level of commitment to each case we undertake; prioritizing you and your family’s needs during this challenging time.

With a proven track record built over years of experience, we have established ourselves as top-tier birth injury advocates within Illinois’ legal landscape. Our uniquely tailored approach assures every client feels listened to while receiving comprehensive advice they can trust.

At Carlson Bier, there is no greater victory than protecting the rights and futures of those negatively impacted by birth injuries—earning us recognition throughout Illinois for outstanding legal representation on behalf of affected families. Entrust us with your legal concerns regarding birth injuries because at Carlson Bier—we believe everyone deserves justice.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Findlay Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with a unique emphasis on Birth Injuries. Our commitment to providing comprehensive legal support is rooted in our understanding of the significant emotional and financial toll these traumatic events can impact upon families’ lives. We bring this perspective to bear daily, using our substantial knowledge and experience to tirelessly advocate for those whose children have sustained birth injuries due their doctor’s or hospital’s negligence.

Birth injuries are a tragic reality for many newborns and their loved ones. They occur when an infant suffers physical harm as a result of errors made during labor and delivery. The risk factors that increase chances for birth injuries include prolonged labor, prematurity, high birth weight, and maternal health complications. These conditions might require specialized medical techniques which if improperly managed or executed create opportunities for serious harms such as nerve damage, fractures, oxygen deprivation leading to brain damage, cerebral palsy among others.

• Cerebral Palsy: This refers to a group of disorders affecting movement control due to brain damage.

• Brachial Plexus Injury: Caused by shoulder traction during childbirth, it results in temporary or permanent upper limb weakness.

• Perinatal Asphyxia: It entails insufficient oxygen supply reaching fetus resulting in bodily harm

• Intracranial Hemorrhage/Subdural Hematoma: These involve bleeding inside or around baby’s brain tissue

• Infant Spinal Cord Injury: Involves trauma imposed on neck region potentially causing paralysis.

While some birth injuries may be unavoidable due to unforeseeable circumstances or inherent genetic issues , many stem from negligent medical care before, during, after child delivery process; i.e., wrongful actions (such as inappropriate usage forceps) failings obligations provide appropriate standard patient care thereby creating unsafe environment newborn infants subjected unnecessary risks severe harms.

Undeniably dealing with aftermath unsettling particularly given lasting impacts it exerts affected child guardian alike leaves pressing questions unanswered while avenues for financial respite remain unexplored. That’s where we, at Carlson Bier step in.

Our team of highly skilled personal injury lawyers are extensively experienced in handling a wide array of birth injury cases. We meticulously work backwards to evaluate the standard of care administered and identify any lapses that could have caused preventable harm. Our main objective is not just securing you compensation but unearthing the truth behind what transpired so that similar misfortunes can be entirely avoided or mitigated in the future.

The success of every case handled by Carlson Bier attests to our unmatched commitment and proficiency in navigating complex legal landscapes pertaining to birth injuries. Trust us to exhaustively scrutinize medical records, consult with expert witnesses, negotiate proficiently with insurance entities and litigate passionately before courtrooms while offering you keen empathy and steadfast support throughout your legal journey.

At Carlson Bier, we believe that no family should bear financial hardships due to medical negligence causing birth injuries; hence we operate strictly on a contingency basis. This means we only get paid if successful results are obtained for your case thus relieving you of any upfront expenses which might further strain your budget.

In pursuit of justice for your infant harmed by preventable birth errors, click on the button below to securely share details about your situation with us for an instant evaluation at absolutely no charge obligation whatsoever – let’s explore together how much your Birth Injury Claim could potentially be worth! Your child was entrusted their caregiver hospital during those precious moments life — now it time ensure rights upheld through indispensable legal recourse delivered sincere compassion unrivaled dedication zealous fervor characteristic only best industry-recognized personal injury law practitioners that form backbone Carlson Bier LLC.

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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 Findlay

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Proficient in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Wounds

Giving expert legal services for victims of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Medical Carelessness

Delivering experienced legal services for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Responsibility

Managing cases involving unsafe products, offering expert legal help to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Mistreatment

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Trip Injuries

Adept in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Damages

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Car Crashes

Mishaps: Committed to aiding patients of car accidents obtain reasonable compensation for wounds and impairment.

Motorbike Accidents

Specializing in providing legal services for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Extending specialist legal services for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Building Site Accidents

Engaged in advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Brain Injuries

Committed to ensuring professional legal support for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Adept at managing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Mishaps

Expert in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and adept legal assistance to ensure redress.

Backbone Trauma

Expert in supporting patients with paralysis, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure settlement.

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