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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve fallen prey to negligence or harm in a medical setting, engaging the expertise of Carlson Bier may be your best course for seeking justice. We specialize in Medical Malpractice law and boast an impressive track record defending victims like this in Hartford. Our seasoned attorneys possess vast experience navigating complex clinical scenarios and are adept at dismantling technical jargon into easy-to-understand terms that empower our clients’ claims. At Carlson Bier, we not only understand the profound strain such experiences etch on patients but also do our utmost to drive fair compensation with diligence, empathy, and professionalism; central elements which shape our client-centered ethos. It’s essential to act promptly when faced with potential malpractice due to time-bound legal requisites surrounding claim filings. Lean on Carlson Bier’s strategic acumen honed over years of unrelenting advocacy–our precedent-setting victories underscore why many regard us as a leading contender if you seek representation after falling victim to possible medical neglect or mistake around Hartford.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Hartford Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being a premier personal injury law firm in Illinois. With particular expertise in medical malpractice cases, our focus is steadfastly on providing you comprehensive legal support while keeping your rights and interests at the forefront throughout the duration of your case.

Medical malpractice can often be a complex and daunting area of the law to navigate. Misunderstandings or misinterpretations can lead to an unfortunate dismissal of your legitimate claim. It’s important to understand that medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional deviates from established standards in their profession, resulting in harm or injury to their patient. The key elements of proof include establishing:

– A duty was owed by the healthcare professional

– That duty was breached due to negligence

– Harm came about directly because of this negligence

Such legal complexities are demanding but with our experienced attorneys handling your case, rest assured Carlson Bier will work diligently towards resolution for you.

We stand apart from many personal injury law firms due to our specialized expertise solely focusing on medical malpractice cases. Our firm believes it’s essential for victims of medical error to understand their rights fully and take appropriate action promptly.

Key factors which play a crucial role in determining the outcome include

– Time frame: In Illinois, one has two years starting from the date they became aware (or should have been aware) of their injuries/ illness caused due to medical negligence

– Having Medical Records: Clear and unambiguous documentation indicating breach

Our approach involves looking at each specific case individually not merely as a case number but looking at you as individuals who deserve justice and need help navigating through these trying times.

Moreover, compassion is at heart of what we do. We recognize that an injury or mishap may not only lead to physical distress but also mental anguish – crippling daily life chores and capabilities along with emotional well-being. Here at Carlson Bier, we believe that no individual should bear such ramifications due to the negligence of another. And that’s why we are passionately committed about getting you the justice and remuneration you rightfully deserve.

Recovering from injury inflicted through medical malpractice might take longer than anticipated, but that doesn’t necessarily mean your life is permanently derailed. Remember, even though there might be an overwhelming amount of challenges currently in your path, Carlson Bier possesses the legal expertise as well as resources to uplift the burden greatly and facilitate a smooth transition back into normalcy for you and your loved ones.

Lastly; it’s not just about winning a case or obtaining financial recovery for us – our goal is to restore dignity and confidence so you can resume regular life activities post-incident feeling reassured that justice has indeed been served. So don’t wait, click on the button below for further assistance – understand how much your case may potentially be worth by discussing with one of our dedicated attorneys exactly what happened, reviewing all relevant paperwork together along with accurately defining next steps ensuring adherence within specified lawsuit timelines maintaining Illinois law at all times ensuring full compliance.

At Carlson Bier, we’re more than just a team of attorneys—we’re advocates who will stand steadfastly beside you when you need it most.

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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 Hartford

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or unsafe conditions.

Burn Injuries

Supplying specialist legal assistance for patients of grave burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Hospital Negligence

Extending dedicated legal advice for victims affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, providing skilled legal support to clients affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Misconduct

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Stumble Accidents

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking redress for their losses.

Newborn Injuries

Delivering legal guidance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Mishaps: Devoted to guiding individuals of car accidents secure fair compensation for wounds and impairment.

Scooter Accidents

Expert in providing legal assistance for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Trucking Accident

Offering experienced legal representation for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Worksite Accidents

Dedicated to representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Head Harms

Expert in offering expert legal representation for victims suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Wounds

Adept at addressing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Committed to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Death

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and expert legal support to ensure justice.

Backbone Damage

Committed to advocating for patients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal services to secure compensation.

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