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When seeking legal assistance for medical malpractice in Greenfield, Carlson Bier is your optimal choice. With a team of dedicated injury lawyers deemed experts in the specialization of Medical Malpractice lawsuits, they have relentlessly fought on behalf of patients confronted with negligent healthcare providers. Committed to protect and uphold the rights and dignity of their clients who endure harm due to improper or substandard medical care, Carlson Bier positions itself as an unmatched ally in these complex cases. The firm’s vast knowledge regarding intricate aspects prevalent within both healthcare norms and legal statutes ensures nuanced perspective for every case, crucially bolstering client success rates. Achieving remarkable resolutions that honor those they represent is not simply a matter-of-course; it’s an essential obligation at this esteemed law group. Moreover, their personalized approach means you receive attentive guidance through each step – important when navigating such challenging situations. Should unfortunate circumstances necessitate suing for medical negligence, place trust where extensive experience meets unwavering commitment: Choose Carlson Bier for high-caliber representation focused exclusively on advocating your rightful redressal.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Greenfield Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your premier personal injury law firm, proudly serving all of Illinois. Our highly experienced legal team specializes in a wide range of personal injury cases with a particular focus on medical malpractice suits. As trusted advocates for the injured and wronged, we are dedicated to pursuing justice and securing compensation for our clients’ unnecessary suffering caused by healthcare professionals’ negligence.

Understanding Medical Malpractice- Falling under the larger umbrella of personal injury law, medical malpractice occurs when patients suffer harm owing to medical health practitioners not carrying out their duties according to regulated standards of care. These instances can run the gamut from surgical errors and misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis to prescription dosage errors and inefficiently managed pregnancies leading to birth injuries.

Signs Of Medical Malpractice – Believing that an educated client is an empowered client, we firmly believe in enlightening you about potential red flags regarding medical malpractices.

– Unexplained complications or less than optimal results after procedures

– A change in prognosis or lackluster improvement despite treatment

– Receiving contradictory information from different medical personnel about your condition

Statute Of Limitations For Medical Malpractice Cases – It’s crucial for individuals contemplating legal recourse against their healthcare providers for alleged detrimental outcomes related to flawed practices or negligence note that Illinois stipulates timelines applying towards such claims. The standard deadline extends up until two years following the identification of the problem source or incident date but no more than four years post-occurrence.

Proving Medical Malpractice In Court – To increase your odds of winning a medical malpractice lawsuit, our tenacious attorneys carry through painstaking investigations collecting compelling evidence demonstrating;

– Healthcare provider-patient relationship existence.

– Regulated standard care violation committed by healthcare professional

– Connection between patient harm/injury and failure performing required duties by healthcare provider

– Tangible damage suffered by plaintiff stemming from demonstrated negligence

The Importance Of Expert Witnesses In Medical Malpractices Claims – Notably, to support their cases when pushing for justice in a medical malpractice case, expert health practitioners’ opinion testimonials help provide stronger footing explaining how the alleged offense relates to standard care violations leading to harmful outcomes for patients.

At Carlson Bier, we are your relentless champions aggressively advocating on your behalf. Our robust knowledge of Illinois’ legal landscape combined with our fierce commitment to demanding justice and equitable compensation ensures that as our client you can rest easy knowing your interests are being upheld and protected with precision and professionalism.

We encourage you not only to understand your rights but assert them too if you believe you have been a victim of medical malpractice. Allow us at Carlson Bier to navigate these complex proceedings easing the stress while fighting tooth and nail ensuring accountability prevails etching closer towards closure and healing.

Take that bold step by clicking on the button below for an immediate consultation where we can weigh up the specifics of your situation presenting a customized approach detailing an action roadmap securing justice righting those wrongs. It’s time; find out today how much your case is worth! At Carlson Bier, we endeavor turning victims into victors earning them the vindication they so rightfully deserve.

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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 Greenfield

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Proficient in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Giving professional legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Healthcare Carelessness

Extending expert legal representation for persons affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Obligation

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, supplying expert legal help to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Mistreatment

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Slip Accidents

Adept in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking restitution for their injuries.

Newborn Damages

Offering legal help for households affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Crashes: Dedicated to assisting individuals of car accidents gain appropriate settlement for hurts and losses.

Bike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal assistance for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Semi Mishap

Extending professional legal support for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for harms.

Building Site Mishaps

Engaged in advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Head Harms

Specializing in providing expert legal assistance for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Injuries

Proficient in managing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Collisions

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

Unjust Death

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure justice.

Neural Impairment

Expert in advocating for clients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal representation to secure recovery.

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