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“When a birth injury alters the course of your family’s life, turning to Carlson Bier in Illinois is a prudent decision. Their specialization in birth injuries law aligns them with experienced legal allies you need while facing distress and looking for justice. Birth injuries cases can be complex and emotionally draining for families. That’s why it’s critical to rely on an attorney group like Carlson Bier that understands these nuances—offering unwavering support through the difficult journey towards adequate compensation and closure.

Carlson Bier combines their vast knowledge base with painstaking investigation methodologies, working diligently to uncover vital evidence around your case. This meticulous approach ensures every fact possible is brought forth during court proceedings, optimizing chances for successful outcomes. The compassionate advocacy provided by Carlson Bier makes it easier for clients navigating this challenging sphere within Illinois’ legal system—a testament to their commitment as trusted advocates serving Girard residents seeking assistance in birth injury-related cases.”

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Girard Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand how distressing it can be to find out your child has suffered birth injuries due to negligence. Our personal injury attorneys, based in Illinois, are passionate advocates for those affected by such unfortunate circumstances. Dedicated and experienced, we specialize in handling birth injury cases, relentlessly fighting for justice and compensation on behalf of our clients.

Birth injuries occur when an infant is harmed before, during or shortly after delivery––an event that could drastically alter the course of their lives. Though not all birth injuries originate from medical malpractice, if a healthcare professional’s negligent conduct led to avoidable harm during childbirth, you’re entitled to seek reparations.

• Maternal infection left untreated might cause significant impairment.

• Inadequate oxygen supply resulting from poor monitoring could lead to Cerebral Palsy.

• Negligent use of birthing tools like forceps or vacuum extractors may inflict physical damage.

Carlson Bier prides itself on offering expert legal representation grounded in decades-long experience dealing with complex birth injury litigation. We meticulously scrutinize medical records as well as engage professional witnesses to provide an unassailable case against negligent parties. Our specialization covers several types of these harrowing incidents:

• Asphyxia or Hypoxia leading to brain damage due loss of oxygen.

• Erb’s Palsy caused by damaging the nerves controlling arm movements.

• Brachial Plexus Injury resulted from forcibly pulling an infant during delivery.

It isn’t just about financial restitution; seeking justice means holding responsible parties accountable – reinforcing the standards of care expected within our healthcare system and potentially preventing others from suffering similar hardship under comparable situations.

When choosing Carlson Bier as your advocate‚ you aren’t simply hiring attorneys; you’re partnering with dedicated professionals who will stand beside you every step of the way on this challenging journey—providing invaluable advice while battling fiercely in courtrooms on your behalf.

Remember: Birth injuries can be both physically and emotionally traumatic, bringing forth a multitude of challenges. Mental stress from handling such matters cannot be underestimated‚ therefore‚ your decision to seek knowledgeable legal help shouldn’t merely be an option—it becomes imperative.

Our firm believes every client should feel empowered and supported during these challenging times—hence the personalized approach we adopt in dealing with each case. We listen attentively, strategize effectively and follow-up diligently to ensure all your concerns are adequately addressed.

Stepping into legal terrain may feel intimidating –but it doesn’t have to be! At Carlson Bier‚ not only do we provide first-class legal representation —we strive relentlessly for optimal outcomes that affirm your child’s rights to compensation — providing them the foundations necessary for a brighter future.

At this point‚ you might find yourself asking: “How much is my case worth?”. Understandably so, as medical expenses and long-term care costs associated with birth injuries can swiftly escalate causing heavy financial strain on families.

Therefore, before you proceed further —knowing how strong a claim you hold could make all the difference! Trust Carlson Bier today; click the button below now to discover what compensation value your case holds – potentially making significant strides toward justice and peace-of-mind during these trying times.

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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 Girard

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Specializing in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Fire Injuries

Providing adept legal support for people of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Ensuring professional legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, providing professional legal support to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Neglect

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Tumble Accidents

Adept in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking redress for their harm.

Birth Harms

Providing legal help for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Crashes: Dedicated to helping sufferers of car accidents obtain equitable settlement for hurts and destruction.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing legal advice for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Semi Accident

Offering specialist legal representation for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Construction Collisions

Focused on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in ensuring dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Damages

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unjust Demise

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and adept legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Neural Impairment

Dedicated to defending clients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal services to secure recovery.

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