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If you’re navigating the complexities of a medical malpractice case in Granite City, partnering with Carlson Bier is an excellent decision. The stakes are high, and unerring legal representation is paramount to secure justice. As Illinois-based personal injury attorneys, we specialize in challenging medical malpractice claims. Our sterling reputation rests on our proven track record of successful litigation and negotiation for our clients against healthcare providers. At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on our exceptional standards of professionalism. We conduct thorough investigation into each claim’s specific circumstances and provide personalized advice tailored to your unique situation. Understanding that these cases can be emotionally taxing for victims, we carry out all client interactions with empathy and dignity while delivering uncompromisingly aggressive representation on their behalf in courtrooms or negotiation tables across Granite City area – because every individual deserves sound legal advocacy after experiencing medical wrongdoings. Trust the experts at Carlson Bier for rigorously competent handling of your Medical Malpractice case.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Granite City Illinois

Medical malpractice is a serious matter that requires specialized attention, and at Carlson Bier Attorneys & Counselors At Law – Illinois based personal injury experts – we’ve got the expertise and dedication necessary to provide you with accurate consultation and empowered representation. Every day, patients put their trust in healthcare providers’ expertise, assuming that these professionals will adhere to a high standard of care. Unfortunately, when such standards are not upheld, repercussions can be devastating. We understand explicitly what this signifies as medical negligence or malpractice can lead to severe health issues or even fatal consequences.

• Highlighting the core principles of Medical Malpractice:

The term “medical malpractice” refers broadly to instances where healthcare providers deviate from established professional norms thereby causing harm or injury to their patients.

Key differentiators discerning it include proof of a healthcare provider’s violation of the standard of care recognized within the medical community; irrefutable evidence showcasing an injury was suffered due to this neglect; and demonstrated occurrence linking significant damage or loss directly attributable to the said injury.

• Essential Components for Legal Recourse:

A successful medical malpractice case in Illinois leverages specific key components – an existing provider-patient relationship; evident breach of duty on account of negligence; tangible proof showing this negligence caused injury leading towards damages like physical pain, emotional suffering, additional medical bills, income loss etc.

At Carlson Bier Attorneys & Counselors At Law, our seasoned team possesses superior courtroom experience coupled with comprehensive knowledge about various facets integral to navigate your claim productively through complex legal territory—assertively seeking justice while endorsing maximum compensation possible under Illinois law. As patient advocates who see individuals beyond case files—we empathize with your hardships deeply —striving earnestly for favorable resolutions toward restoring normalcy in disrupted lives.

Understanding how overwhelming this process might seem initially, reassurance comes knowing you’re partnering alongside experienced stalwarts owing profound familiarity with intricate policy details covering every facet from medical billing to testimony explaining complex procedures. Regardless of your situation’s specifics, we’re here to guide you every step of the way – be it negotiating settlements or advocating for potential trials ensuring robust representation.

When dealing with a prevailing uncertainty surrounding decisions about potential legal action in medical malpractice matters—we strongly recommend reaching out to us promptly. This urgency is predominantly owing to Illinois’ strict statue limitations for filing claims (typically two years from when injury was or should have been discovered). Therefore, early intervention enables best chance at justice and compensation.

Furthermore, it deserves mentioning that our services operate on contingency basis—meaning you pay absolutely nothing unless successful case outcome solidifying our resolve towards optimistic outcomes beneficially serving client interests.

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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 Granite City

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Extending adept legal assistance for victims of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Clinical Carelessness

Providing professional legal support for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Obligation

Handling cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal help to customers affected by harmful products.

Senior Malpractice

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble & Slip Incidents

Professional in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking justice for their losses.

Infant Wounds

Offering legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Accidents

Crashes: Dedicated to supporting patients of car accidents secure appropriate compensation for hurts and damages.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in providing legal support for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Mishap

Ensuring adept legal support for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for hurts.

Building Site Mishaps

Concentrated on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Neurological Damages

Committed to offering specialized legal representation for individuals suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Skilled in addressing cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Passing

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and professional legal services to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Expert in defending victims with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal assistance to secure compensation.

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