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About Carlson Bier Associates

Facing a birth injury scenario requires expertise and compassion, two qualities that Carlson Bier exemplify. Our attorneys have an exceptional grasp of the complexities surrounding medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries. Every case we handle is given meticulous investigation and dedicated legal representation to ensure families are rightfully compensated for such traumatic experiences. We understand that Goodings Grove residents may be overwhelmed with the question, “Where can I find proficient Birth Injuries lawyers?” We’re here to offer our specialized services because your peace of mind matters significantly in these trying times. Not only are we well-versed in Illinois law, but our prowess extends across numerous states nationally; enhancing our capabilities and knowledge base in dealing with varying jurisdictions effectively. Let us lead you through this arduous journey towards justice as we comprehend its nuances better than most firms do—this sets us apart from other legal entities operating within similar parameters. Embark on competent litigation with Carlson Bier—the epitome of excellence and dedication amidst turmoil caused by unfortunate occurrences like birth injuries.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Goodings Grove Illinois

Birth injuries are highly sensitive, complex and emotionally taxing cases to handle. We at the Carlson Bier understand these complexities better than anyone else in Illinois. We bring an unsurpassed dedication for justice and commitment to obtaining the maximum compensation possible for affected families.

At Carlson Bier, we focus exclusively on personal injury law with a special emphasis on Birth Injuries. Our extensive experience has given us nuanced insights into birth injury cases – equipping us with practical knowledge of medical terminologies, navigating through complicated medical records and intellect to confront healthcare professionals that may have contributed to the injuries.

In understanding birth injuries, it helps to be informed about some common types:

– Cerebral Palsy is linked to brain damage during childbirth or pregnancy and can severely impact movement and muscle coordination.

– Brain Injuries during birth due to oxygen deprivation often result in serious conditions like Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE).

– Erb’s Palsy usually happens when there’s nerve damage around the child’s shoulder during delivery.

– Bruising or forceps marks signify excessive force used while guiding out the baby.

It’s important to mention here that many of these injuries occur because of negligence by medical professionals involved in childbirth institutions across Illinois state. At Carlson Bier, we work tirelessly with parents who feel unheard or frustrated following such traumatic events affecting their newborns.

Our skilled attorneys meticulously investigate each case – assessing numerous factors such as negligent prenatal care or inadequate response time during distress situations leading up to delivery. Our team is proficient in identifying nuances distinguishing between inherent complications and ones rooted in sub-standard care provision.

Collecting evidence forms a significant part of our process which includes retrieving all relevant hospital records related multitude activities at various stages: pre-natal checkups; labor & its management; postnatal issues – essentially anything that might have directly/indirectly caused harm. Coupled with this detailed analysis goes simultaneous consultations from experienced obstetricians and other relevant medical experts to robustly compile a comprehensive case.

Our attorneys fervently argue the cases leveraging their nuanced understanding of birth injuries – challenging powerful healthcare institutions and insurance companies who often act in self-interest. We ensure that your voice is heard, fighting for rightful compensations for you and your child, whether it may cover physical suffering or emotional distress to long-term care costs. Our firm ardently believes in holding responsible parties accountable while seeking justice for our clients.

We understand the difficulty of navigating through such personal crisis – more so if the cause lies in negligence by those entrusted with care and trustworthiness. Therefore, we want you to concentrate on healing while we passionately advocate on behalf of you obtaining deserving compensation helping ease financial worries due to additional treatment expenses or loss of income resulting from time off work spent caregiving.

At Carlson Bier, we’re not just about litigating cases; we strive to raise awareness regarding preventable birth injuries, driving a systemic change curbing such negligent incidents across Illinois state. Our deep commitment reflects in every case assigned with an aim towards improved childbirth experiences over time.

In times like these, don’t fight alone! Having capable legal representation increases chances to receive full damages duly owed at court trials offering solace amidst highly stressful scenarios dealing with lifelong consequences affecting family lives forever. Click on the “Case Evaluation” button below – provide some initial details relating to your situation allowing us evaluation relative merits progressing with litigation efforts based upon specific information furnished thereby providing realistic expectation regarding potential outcomes. Let’s seek justice together ensuring families affected by Birth Injuries get much-needed closure coupled with deserved compensation assuring better future life quality.

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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 Goodings Grove

Bike Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Giving specialist legal help for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Clinical Negligence

Ensuring experienced legal advice for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Obligation

Handling cases involving faulty products, offering skilled legal services to clients affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Misconduct

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Trip Injuries

Adept in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking justice for their injuries.

Childbirth Injuries

Delivering legal help for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Mishaps: Concentrated on guiding patients of car accidents obtain fair recompense for damages and damages.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in providing legal advice for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Semi Incident

Delivering expert legal support for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for harms.

Worksite Accidents

Engaged in representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Traumas

Focused on delivering dedicated legal support for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Unjust Passing

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Neural Injury

Focused on advocating for clients with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal representation to secure settlement.

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