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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re dealing with the consequences of a medical malpractice incident, it can be an overwhelming experience. Carlson Bier emerges as your strongest ally in such trying times- a trusted law firm specializing in Personal Injury Law. Our skilled attorneys are proficient in handling complex Medical Malpractice cases that require surgical precision and expert knowledge of Illinois’ intricate legal landscape. You deserve nothing less than maximum compensation for any harm experienced due to unprofessional or negligent treatment by healthcare professionals, and we at Carlson Bier are committed to ensuring justice prevails. Anchored by core values of integrity, compassion, determination and extensive experience; our unwavering dedication guides us in championing your best interests effectively and efficiently. Although navigating through the post-malpractice deluge might seem daunting on your own, choosing Carlson Bier illuminates the path towards reassurance — relieving you from undue stress while reinforcing confidence for better tomorrow.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Forest Lake Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialise in personal injury law and champion the rights of individuals who have suffered as a result of medical malpractice in Illinois. Defined as negligence on the part of a healthcare provider or facility that results in injury or harm to the patient, medical malpractice can occur when there’s been a failure to meet standard care procedures, ineffective treatment, delayed diagnosis, or altogether misdiagnosis — all instances which lead to unwarranted suffering.

As experienced attorneys well-versed with the intricacies of personal injury law across Illinois, we understand that being victim to medical malpractice can be distressing and confusing. While some cases might demonstrate evident negligence, others may involve more subtle aspects requiring thorough investigation and understanding. Here at Carlson Bier, you’ll receive uncompromised commitment from our legal team dedicated towards building solid evidence-based cases.

Our scope extends across several areas within medical malpractice:

• Surgical errors: These could include wrong-site surgery, wrong procedure conducted, incorrect patient operation among other negligent acts.

• Misdiagnosis/Delayed Diagnosis: Diagnosis failures can consequently worsen existing conditions by delaying correct treatment or leading you through unnecessary treatments.

• Birth Injuries: Occurring pre or post-birth due to negligence causing significant harm like cerebral palsy or Erb’s palsy.

• Anesthesia Errors: Negligence during administration of anesthesia could sometimes lead to permanent damage or prove fatal.

• Medication Errors: These happen when inadequate medication is prescribed; either too less or too much than required dose causing potential harm.

With keen understanding that each case comes with its unique circumstances, our experts painstakingly evaluate every detail and tailor dynamic strategies to seek rightful justice for our clients ensuring your legal journey is never navigated alone. We commit ourselves tirelessly towards obtaining compensation commensurate not only for physical injuries endured but quality of life compromised over time inclusive of loss wages and psychological anguish faced – allowing our esteemed clients to focus on what truly matters – their healing process.

So, how does this process begin? Your first step should be obtaining legal consultation. Our team at Carlson Bier is here to help you understand your legal rights and options at every stage of the litigation process. We believe in an open dialog where queries are welcomed, and answers provided using jargon-free language so that you’re never left feeling overwhelmed or ignored along your journey towards justice.

There are statutes of limitations which dictate when victims can initiate a medical malpractice claim in Illinois – usually within 2 years from acknowledged injury date. However, certain circumstances might potentially extend this deadline making it crucial for victims to promptly seek legal counsel immediately post identifying potential harm through negligent care.

Our goal remains steadfast in advocating for victim’s rights and delivering justice swiftly by providing expert representation thereby advocating diligently for your best interests transforming a seemingly daunting situation into manageable course steered forward by us – YOUR trusted personal injury lawyers!

At Carlson Bier we firmly stand with our mission inspiring confidence through transparency while fighting passionately for our client’s cause against powerful entities without intimidation. Armed with robust expertise, compassion and tenacious resolve combined with commitment towards driving results; we use every tool necessary negating distressing complexities of law ringingly clear-cut experiences throughout the litigation process.

Striving always towards asserting the highest quality of advocacy punctuated by distinguished professionalism coupled with genuine understanding; WE bring THE promise making resolution accessible resulting in holding parties accountable perpetrating such negligence responsible to uphold justice maximally benefitting YOU – our enduringly valued client.

Click on the button below and let us evaluate how much your case is worth – because no one deserves better than a capable legal partner levelling the field favourably inclined towards YOU! Trust us in leading certainly towards achieving rightfully deserved outcomes lighting hope whilst preserving dignity safeguarded firmly within due course upholding truth fostering unparalleled readiness converting relentless pursuit boundlessly championing worthy causes fuelled by undaunted resilience – A BETTER TOMORROW beckons! Remember; at Carlson Bier, our responsibility is your rightful compensation – let us help you claim it today.

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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 Forest Lake

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Offering specialist legal services for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Clinical Malpractice

Ensuring specialist legal support for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, providing specialist legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Malpractice

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble & Trip Accidents

Adept in handling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking restitution for their suffering.

Neonatal Traumas

Offering legal aid for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Incidents

Incidents: Focused on supporting individuals of car accidents secure reasonable compensation for harms and losses.

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal services for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Semi Accident

Extending expert legal services for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for harms.

Construction Accidents

Engaged in defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Neurological Impairments

Specializing in extending professional legal assistance for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Adept at managing cases for clients who have suffered harms from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Collisions

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

Unwarranted Passing

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and professional legal support to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Dedicated to advocating for patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal assistance to secure recovery.

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