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About Carlson Bier Associates

For families who have experienced the heartache of birth injuries, Carlson Bier is a trusted advocate in these complex cases. We understand the immense emotional and financial strain placed on you by such circumstances; hence we have dedicated our practice to providing compassionate legal support while striving for fair compensation. Serving Hazel Crest and beyond, we uphold exceptional standards anytime we handle these highly specialized cases. Our team goes above expectations to investigate each claim meticulously, using our comprehensive understanding of medical malpractice laws to guide every step. We are renowned for employing innovative strategies that result in positive verdicts or settlements consistently as well as being centered around client satisfaction and respect throughout this challenging journey. While no amount can truly compensate for your child’s suffering, securing future care through a successful lawsuit eases some burdens faced with love & resilience daily by so many families like yours’. Trust Carlson Bier, where ensuring justice involving birth injuries isn’t just our profession—it’s our passion.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Hazel Crest Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in Personal Injury Law with an emphasis on Birth Injuries. Our law firm is located in Illinois and our seasoned attorneys are dedicated to pursuing justice and compensation for those who have experienced the devastating effects of a birth injury.

Birth injuries can be life-changing events that profoundly affect not just the child, but the entire family. It’s important to understand birth injuries are often preventable and generally occur due to medical negligence during pregnancy, labor or after delivery. This negligence could include failure to order certain tests, improper use of forceps during delivery, incorrect interpretation of fetal monitors, or delay in caesarian section when necessary.

In such unfortunate circumstances, timely legal action is crucial as Illinois stipulates specific statutes of limitations for filing malpractice suits. Nonetheless, understanding your rights and taking steps towards legal recourse can feel overwhelming after experiencing such trauma. But remember – as your personal injury advocates at Carlson Bier – we stand ready to guide you carefully through each step toward seeking financial compensation.

Key factors when dealing with birth injury cases:

• Understanding if the injury was indeed avoidable.

• Identifying parties responsible.

• Collecting comprehensive evidence demonstrating negligence.

• Determining lasting impact estimations including potential lifetime care costs.

At Carlson Bier, our diligent team has been working tirelessly for years representing families devastated by birth injuries. We’re passionate defenders litigating complex medical malpractice claims related to Cerebral Palsy, Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), Brachial Plexus Injuries (Erb’s palsy/Klumpke’s palsy), broken bones/fractures sustained in childbirth plus many more devastating conditions attributable to negligent birthing procedures.

Our vast expertise spans properly diagnosing the nature/severity of birth injuries alongside healthcare professionals; meticulously analyzing reports/evidences establishing contexts; drafting compelling litigation strategies; negotiating settlements where appropriate – always prioritizing clients’ best interests.

We comprehend how birth injuries extend beyond physical ailment, manifesting long-term psychological/emotional impacts disrupting familial living and burdening finances due to ongoing treatment expenses. Hence, when we work on your case, our endeavor extends not just to secure financial compensation but help families navigate through recovery processes promoting holistic healing.

Trust our legal team at Carlson Bier with the gravity of your situation knowing that we will pursue justice using every available resource in Illinois law. As you read this information on our website today, know that learning about birth injuries can be a first step towards holding negligent parties accountable and securing financial stability for future needs of your child.

Our thorough understanding as litigators in personal injury suits combined with compassion for our clients makes an ideal partnership choosing to fight together against malpractice causing birth injuries. It’s essential for us to ensure you feel heard, seen and acknowledged throughout this arduous process achieving the most favorable outcome possible for you.

At Carlson Bier, we aim to provide more than excellent legal advice – we wish to extend comprehensive support through the challenging landscape presented by a birth injury lawsuit; advocating passionately on behalf of wronged families earnestly working together towards brighter futures despite daunting adversities faced.

If your family is dealing with repercussions from a birth injury incident – assistance is simply one button away. We invite you now to utilize the feature below which provides an estimate – helping quantify potential damages recoverable if pursued legally; an actionable first stride towards recuperation & building renewed resilience. Tap into directing accountability where it’s due rightfully whilst addressing unique circumstantial hardships faced owing to such unfortunate medical mishaps unwarrantedly endured yet resiliently fought back! Click on “Find Out How Much Your Case Is Worth” – giving much-deserved heedfulness towards claiming compensatory justice ensuring fair reparation under the careful guardianship of committed advocates – Carlson Bier at your service providing backing every step forward taken.

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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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Birth Injuries FAQ

The most common birth injuries include:

  • Cerebral palsy: This is a group of disorders that affect movement and coordination.
  • Erb’s palsy: This is a nerve injury that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm and hand.
  • Brachial plexus palsy: This is a group of nerve injuries that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm, shoulder, and hand.
  • Spinal cord injuries: These injuries can cause paralysis or weakness below the waist.
  • Traumatic brain injuries: These injuries can cause a variety of physical, cognitive, and emotional problems.

Birth injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Medical malpractice: This can include mistakes made by doctors during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.
  • Oxygen deprivation: This can occur if the baby does not get enough oxygen during pregnancy or labor.
  • Physical trauma: This can occur if the baby is injured during labor or delivery.
  • Birth defects: Some birth injuries are caused by birth defects.

The signs and symptoms of a birth injury can vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Weakness or paralysis: This may be in one or more limbs.
  • Seizures
  • Breathing problems
  • Feeding problems
  • Developmental delays
  • Learning disabilities

The treatment options for birth injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Medications
  • Supportive care

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your child was injured due to medical malpractice or another factor. A birth injury 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 Hazel Crest

Bicycle Crashes

Expert in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or risky conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Giving skilled legal help for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Physician Carelessness

Offering professional legal advice for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Fault

Taking on cases involving faulty products, offering expert legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Aged Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip & Fall Occurrences

Expert in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their suffering.

Neonatal Traumas

Supplying legal assistance for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Accidents: Focused on supporting individuals of car accidents get reasonable recompense for hurts and impairment.

Bike Crashes

Committed to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Big Rig Accident

Ensuring adept legal support for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for hurts.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Traumas

Expert in extending compassionate legal services for patients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Traumas

Adept at handling cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Committed to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Undeserved Death

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and experienced legal guidance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Impairment

Committed to advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering expert legal assistance to secure redress.

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