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If you, or a loved one, have been the victim of nursing home abuse in Hillside, you need an experienced legal advocate. Trust Carlson Bier; we are dedicated to pursuing justice for those harmed through the negligence or malice of others. Our expert attorneys specialize in uncovering incidents of neglect and maltreatment within care facilities. With numerous successful cases behind us, we understand how devastating these traumatic experiences can be for victims and their families; it is our mission to alleviate your stress while helping seek rightful compensation for emotional distress and personal injury endured.

We work persistently with one goal: upholding your dignity while ensuring perpetrators face accountability. Known for thorough research, aggressive litigation tactics, compassionate client-relations approach -Carlson Bier sets benchmark standards in Nursing Home Abuse representation across Illinois.

So despite the painful episode unraveling before you – take solace knowing that choosing Carlson Bier as your attorney group ensures efficient handling of every aspect connected to your case- all focused on securing maximum settlement deserved by victims like yours.

Remember, only entrust people who truly value precious lives endangered by such appalling acts – that’s trust earned at Carlson Bier everyday.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Hillside Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are renowned for providing superior legal support to victims of nursing home abuse in Illinois. Our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys understands the intense emotional pain and financial burden that results from such a horrific ordeal. Taking action against the responsible parties not only provides compensation for your loved ones’ suffering but it also ensures the safety of other vulnerable seniors.

Nursing home abuse is a grave violation of trust and can manifest in varied forms. Primarily, it can be physical, which involves actions causing bodily harm or discomfort. Signs include unexplained bruises, scratches, burns or fractures, sudden weight loss due to malnutrition or dehydration, and bedsores from neglectful care.

Emotional abuse includes acts causing mental distress like humiliation, isolation, or threats. Indicative signs could be anxiety, depression or sudden behavioral changes in your loved one. Sexual abuse involves non-consensual sexual contact of any kind; withdrawal behavior and genital infections could suggest this form of mistreatment.

Financial exploitation happens when a caregiver illegally uses a senior resident’s funds or assets for personal gain–watch out for abrupt changes in financial situations such as disappearance of belongings or unusual bank account activities.

Additionally noteworthy is medical negligence where there’s failure to administer correct medication dosages, follow doctors’ orders for treatment/care plans and adequate upkeep with healthcare resulting in medical complications.

Both federal and state laws protect seniors residing in long-term care facilities from these exploitations by outlining standards that require provision apt nutrition/hygiene care beside routine health check-ups along with freedom to voice complaints without retaliation fear – ensuring their rights get upheld diligently called Residents’ Rights under Nursing Home Reform Act 1987 applying all across U.S.A., including Illinois.

Confronting nursing home neglect isn’t simple because symptoms usually build over time passing unnoticed before they’re severe enough prompting investigation which becomes difficult due unavailability direct evidence like surveillance footage hence courts mainly rely victim testimony making evidence compilation harder process nonetheless attorneys work diligently gather supporting documentation ensure rightful compensation wins. Remember, your first step should always be informing local authorities about the abuse immediately.

At Carlson Bier we’re dedicated helping family members navigate these complex cases with ease compassion professional expertise understanding unique challenges faced during such trying times focusing on our client’s needs every step damaging trials gathering evidence building strong case against abusers thereby laying strategic groundwork successful litigation followed diligent representation court pursuing maximum settlement thus providing much needed financial relief ever increasing medical bills uncalculated emotional trauma.

Our deep-seated commitment towards justice driven genuine care concern nursing home residents routinely motivates to extend our services ensuring rights oppressed upheld immaterial accused negligent party size stature i.e., establishments corporations hence you rest assured when trusting us bringing your fight forefront giving voice to the silenced.

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Take action! Don’t let fear immobilize you or prolong suffering any further virtually invisible enemy. Abuse thrives in silence, break it by calling Carlson Bier – where compassion meets advocacy time after time, ensuring fair play echo through corridors of justice because everyone deserves respectful gracious treatment notwithstanding age physical capability for this world harbors enough pain already without adding more to innocent souls unjustly tormented living their last days in peace.

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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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Nursing Home | Elder Abuse FAQ​

The signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse or neglect can vary depending on the type of abuse or neglect that is occurring. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical abuse: This could include bruises, cuts, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Emotional abuse: This could include verbal abuse, intimidation, and isolation.
  • Sexual abuse: This could include sexual touching, intercourse, and other sexual acts.
  • Neglect: This could include malnutrition, dehydration, and poor hygiene.

If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home, you should:

  • Report your suspicions to the nursing home administrator.
  • Contact the local ombudsman, who is an advocate for nursing home residents.
  • File a complaint with the state’s department of health or human services.
  • Contact a nursing home abuse lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a family member of a nursing home abuse or neglect victim, you have the right to:

  • Visit your loved one at any time.
  • Have access to your loved one’s medical records.
  • Be informed of your loved one’s care plan and treatment.
  • File a complaint against the nursing home if you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for nursing home abuse or neglect if your loved one has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of the nursing home. A nursing home abuse 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 Hillside

Cycling Accidents

Proficient in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Damages

Extending professional legal advice for victims of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Healthcare Negligence

Providing experienced legal services for persons affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Fault

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal support to consumers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip & Trip Mishaps

Professional in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking restitution for their damages.

Childbirth Wounds

Offering legal support for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Concentrated on supporting victims of car accidents gain appropriate compensation for injuries and destruction.

Motorcycle Incidents

Specializing in providing representation for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Big Rig Crash

Ensuring professional legal representation for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for losses.

Construction Site Mishaps

Focused on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Neurological Damages

Committed to providing dedicated legal support for clients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Injuries

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Focused on assisting patients with paralysis, offering professional legal guidance to secure justice.

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