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When it comes to protecting the rights and well-being of your beloved elders in Flossmoor, Carlson Bier stands out as a reliable choice for nursing home abuse cases. Experiencing first-hand the alarming rise of elder mistreatment, our esteemed law firm is unwaveringly committed to ensuring justice is served. We delve deep into every case of suspected abuse or neglect with profound severity. Our tenacious team meticulously uncovers truth while safeguarding dignity and rights for some of society’s most vulnerable members; because at Carlson Bier, respect for all life stages isn’t just an axiom – it’s our guiding principle. Skilled in Illinois statutes pertinent to elderly care and institutional misconducts, we profusely understand how heavy this emotional toll can weigh on you and your family during such moments. To lighten this burden through skilled advocacy is not only a service but a privilege we take seriously at Carlson Bier. Henceforth if you seek compassionate legal representation focused fiercely on defending dignity over discomfort in Flossmoor – consider Carlson Bier as your staunch partner against nursing home exploitation.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Flossmoor Illinois

As a premier law firm serving the state of Illinois, Carlson Bier is your dependable partner in advocating for and navigating personal injury cases rooted in nursing home abuse. With proven expertise and a fervent commitment to protecting victims of senior citizen abuse, our legal team is on standby to provide unwavering support while ensuring justice prevails.

Nursing home abuse is a grave concern and encompasses various forms, all leading to either physical or emotional damage for the elderly victim. Among these are:

• Physical Abuse: Sustained through harmful actions like hitting, pushing, or inappropriate restraining.

• Emotional Abuse: Could manifest as verbal belittling, isolation, humiliation, or continuous neglect.

• Financial Exploitation: Caused by unauthorized asset transfer or fraudulent transactions often brought on by caretakers.

• Neglect: Identified when seniors are not provided their necessities such as food, medication or personal hygiene.

Understanding that any form of nursing home abuse can lead to detrimental health impacts for seniors prompts our steadfast pursuit of confronting this issue head-on. Our dedicated attorneys at Carlson Bier recognize that time plays a critical role in resolving such matters and so we act swiftly trying to deter the progression of harm while waiting for complete resolution.

Moreover, it’s equally important to identify early warning signs before escalation. That includes visible injuries like burns or abrasions; sudden changes in behavior; unexplained financial losses; severe weight loss – indicating potential neglect; frequent hospital visits among others.

Furthermore, understanding your rights and responsibilities in these circumstances remains key towards effective resolution:

Accordingly,

1) You have the right under Illinois law to report suspected elder abuses without fear of retaliation.

2) All reports made will be treated confidentially ensuring anonymity unless court-ordered differently.

3) Both civil and criminal remedies may apply depending upon individual case construct.

At Carlson Bier we value your trust put forth upon us during these sensitive times. Hence, our attorneys commit to comprehensive open communication ensuring all case developments are shared timely and accurately.

In the unfortunate circumstance that you or your loved one is a victim of nursing home abuse i.e., physical, mental or financial exploitation, we want you to know – You are not alone. The law rightfully provides potential redressal for your pain and suffering, both morally and literally. But understanding legal terminologies and navigating through such complex atrocities can be overwhelming given what you have already been through.

Consequently, choosing an experienced personal injury attorney becomes elementary in such circumstances. At Carlson Bier we certainly hope that our professionalism showcased throughout this information transfer encourages you in entrusting us with your legal journey towards justice.

Our seasoned team of personal injury lawyers has dedicated their lives towards advocating for victims of nursing abuses and providing them an opportunity at redemption – emotionally, mentally & financially. We coherently strategize tailored solutions utilizing deep industry insights gained over many years servicing similar clientele across Illinois.

Empathy forms the core of our service delivery as we genuinely understand how traumatizing these experiences can be. Therefore our relentless pursuit will focus on obtaining rightful compensation pertaining to medical bills incurred; any incurred loss wages; cost for hired help during recovery plus any future costs for therapy/counselling following the ordeal as permitted within the jurisdiction of Illinois State Laws.

Moreover, if punitive damages apply owing from proven malicious intent then substantial monetary claims could potentially manifest offering some solace after traumatic life-altering experiences endured by enduring innocent senior citizens due to ill-intended individuals or organizations posing guise as caretakers.

At Carlson Bier Trial Attorneys – where Compassion meets Competence – we pledge unwavering support until justice prevails.

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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 Flossmoor

Cycling Collisions

Proficient in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Supplying specialist legal help for victims of major burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Healthcare Negligence

Delivering experienced legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Fault

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, extending expert legal assistance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Neglect

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Tumble Mishaps

Professional in handling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Childbirth Damages

Supplying legal help for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Car Incidents

Collisions: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents obtain fair remuneration for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

18-Wheeler Accident

Ensuring specialist legal services for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for damages.

Building Incidents

Committed to advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Brain Harms

Committed to extending expert legal assistance for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Specialized in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Loss

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and professional legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Vertebral Trauma

Expert in defending patients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure recovery.

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