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Carlson Bier, a recognized Illinois law firm, excels in tackling complex medical malpractice cases. Our seasoned attorneys bring unrivaled expertise stemming from prolific backgrounds in healthcare and law. We assure our clients of diligent legal representation, committed to safeguarding their rights and securing the maximum possible compensation for any harm endured due to substandard care. Residents of Hanover Park can exceptionally benefit from our tailored service as we intricately understand your area’s dynamics. The trusted team at Carlson Bier diligently examines every facet of your case, thoroughly investigating all aspects before crafting an unyielding legal strategy designed for success. We pride ourselves on taking a personal approach with each client – understanding that behind every case stands individual heartache and distress caused by professional negligence or misconduct in the health sector. At Carlson Bier, we are not just lawyers but also compassionate advocates for justice; consider us if you seek competent legal assistance for medical malpractice within Illinois.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Hanover Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in providing top-tier legal representation to victims of medical malpractice. With our vast experience and excellent track record, you can trust us to relentlessly pursue your rightful compensation. Based in Illinois, our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys understand the devastating impact that medical negligence can impose on your life.

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider causes harm or injury to a patient due to substandard treatment or negligence. The complexity of these cases is often heightened by the technical medical literature involved, making it vital for individuals affected by this form of negligence to enlist adept legal counsel immediately upon suspicion of inadequate health care provision.

We invite you to arm yourself with knowledge about Medical Malpractice through this page:

• The Statute of Limitations: In Illinois, a victim typically has two years from the date they became aware–or should have become aware–of their injuries resulting from the medical neglect, but never more than four years after the conduct occurred.

• Burden Of Proof: It lies with victims or claimants for them to prove that the healthcare professional’s actions deviated from acceptable standards causing physical harm or damage.

• Damage Caps: Unlike other states, there is no cap on damages for pain and suffering in medical malpractice cases in Illinois.

• Birthing Injuries and Wrongful Death: Where such tragedies occur due to preventable errors during pregnancy transpired delivery process; plaintiffs may be entitled compensatory damages, including emotional distress and loss supportive relationship.

Contacting an effective personal injury attorney at Carlson Bier immediately informs you of what legal remedies might be available.

Many parties potentially bear liability in any given case; doctors, nurses, hospitals – virtually any healthcare provider who partook in negligent behavior that caused an adverse outcome. We painstakingly screen every aspect of your case revealing opportunities where others falter.

Each client at Carlson Bier receives a unique strategic approach tailored specifically individual needs. We know the stakes are high; your future quality of life could depend upon the compensation received. Our formidable response to medical malpractice claims is driven by a combination of legal prowess, tenacity and an unwavering commitment to securing justice for you.

And, remember “neglect” doesn’t imply incompetence or disregard for patient safety on part of the treating medical professional always but means care provided below established standards- clinicians sometimes fail provide appropriate treatment resulting injuries or death where such outcomes may have been avoidable otherwise.

With experienced personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier, we guide victims through these complex legal processes and aggressively challenge those responsible for your suffering in a bid to ensure they are held accountable. We believe that this not only delivers some semblance of justice to you but also contributes efforts ensuring similar scenarios do not befall others future.

Don’t let fears about pursuing actions against healthcare providers deter from seeking rightful restitution due what happened you due their negligence instead opt for representation proven track record success when it comes battling Illinois courts on behalf clients who suffered because others’ failure uphold standard practice within industry.

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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 Hanover Park

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Dedicated to legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Extending professional legal advice for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Hospital Incompetence

Providing expert legal representation for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Obligation

Managing cases involving dangerous products, offering skilled legal support to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Abuse

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Fall Incidents

Professional in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking restitution for their losses.

Infant Wounds

Offering legal aid for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Crashes

Crashes: Dedicated to aiding individuals of car accidents get fair settlement for injuries and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing legal assistance for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Semi Collision

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for hurts.

Building Incidents

Focused on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to providing expert legal representation for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in managing cases for persons who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Expert in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unfair Fatality

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and adept legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Impairment

Expert in assisting victims with paralysis, offering professional legal guidance to secure settlement.

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