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About Carlson Bier Associates

As a victim of medical malpractice in Hampshire, securing effective legal representation is critical. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in this complex field and bring forth an abundance of knowledge along with exceptional advocacy skills to fight for your rights. With a history that showcases consistent successes and satisfied clients, our strength lies in comprehensively understanding the intricate laws governing Medical Malpractice under Illinois jurisdiction. We approach each case holistically, ensuring all angles are thoroughly explored while providing personalized counsel throughout the process. Our team at Carlson Bier is widely recognized for their tenacity with settlements negotiations as well as trial capabilities when it comes to challenging cases within Hampshire’s scope; yet serious about maintaining utmost ethical standards set by law profession regulators within Illinois law ambit – A testament to why our practice plays an influential role among those seeking justice after incident-related damages have resulted from medical negligence or oversight.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Hampshire Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our reputation as an esteemed group of personal injury attorneys is fueled by our commitment to serve those in Illinois who have been wronged due to medical malpractice. Medical malpractice is a grievous violation that impacts the victim physically, emotionally, and financially. It occurs when a healthcare professional neglects to provide an acceptable standard of care ultimately leading to patient harm or injury.

A dominant characteristic of medical malpractice is negligence – this encapsulates instances where there’s a failure on part of a healthcare provider to exhibit the degree of skill and learning required by a competent doctor under similar circumstances. Key elements include having established a doctor-patient relationship, proving that the doctor was indeed negligent and his/her negligence directly resulted in your injury. Moreover, your injury should have led to significant damages – be it physical pain, mental anguish, loss of earning capacity or high medical expenses among others.

The medical arena encounters different types of medical malpractices affecting various aspects:

• Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis

• Surgical errors during operation

• Medication mistakes either through dosage or type

• Childbirth injuries sustained during pregnancy or birth

• Anesthesia errors resulting from improper anesthesia administration

Understanding these categories is critical in identifying whether you are eligible for pursuing legal recourse for such instances.

In accordance with Illinois law, proving negligence requires evidence that the actions (or lack thereof) fell below standard practice; which would require expert witnesses drawn largely from the medical field at trial phase. Such litigation matters can become complex requiring specialist knowledge and understanding beyond most laypersons who are victims of such occurrences.

Our role at Carlson Bier includes tackling these intricate details skills whilst ensuring your best interests remain prioritized throughout the process. We walk hand-in-hand with our clients through their ordeal with empathy while maintaining objective professionalism seeking justice on your behalf.

Because every victim’s circumstance varies significantly due to specifics surrounding their case – the precise nature of healthcare provided, the severity of injury sustained among others – each claim is unique. We understand this aspect deeply and thus do not favor “one size fits all” strategies. You deserve legal counseling that’s personalized, considerate to your situation and consequently well-informed on expected outcomes.

Navigating through legislation relating to medical malpractice demands in-depth understanding of Illinois law; a task which can be intimidating without appropriate guidance from skilled attorneys like us at Carlson Bier. By choosing our firm to represent you, you’re guaranteed a team backed by years of experience handling such cases with tangible results as proof.

As a victim of medical malpractice, we believe you’ve already been subjected to enough stress; legal complexities should not add onto them unnecessarily. Thus, our aim is making this process as seamless and less daunting for you as possible while still maintaining highest standards set by law.

At Carlson Bier, it’s about fairness and justice served – therefore if on review of your case it doesn’t materialize into damages worth pursuing legally, we advise accordingly. No unnecessary lawsuit filings or drawn-out legal process adding insult to your injury.

Before contemplating whether proceeding with litigation is the right call for you – remember that nothing beats having informed advice gained through professional consultation.

Are you ready to take that step? Not sure what your case might be worth? Uncertain of your rights following an injury due to neglect in healthcare service delivery?

Explore these questions further guided by qualified advocate input readily available here at Carlson Bier – expert lawyers equipped with vast knowledge addressing diverse cases emanating from medical malpractice claims throughout Illinois.

Click on the button below to find out how much your case potentially could be worth. Let us aid navigate past distressing times brought about by unfortunate events that affected your life negatively towards achieving positive outcomes henceforward.

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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 Hampshire

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Fire Burns

Providing adept legal help for patients of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Hospital Misconduct

Offering specialist legal representation for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Obligation

Addressing cases involving problematic products, providing adept legal help to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Neglect

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip and Slip Occurrences

Specialist in managing trip accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking compensation for their losses.

Neonatal Injuries

Delivering legal guidance for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Accidents: Concentrated on supporting individuals of car accidents receive appropriate settlement for hurts and losses.

Bike Collisions

Committed to providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Truck Collision

Extending specialist legal assistance for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for injuries.

Construction Site Incidents

Dedicated to defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cerebral Traumas

Expert in offering professional legal representation for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in managing cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spine Injury

Expert in defending victims with paralysis, offering specialized legal guidance to secure compensation.

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