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About Carlson Bier Associates

Birth injuries can leave an indelible impact on the lives of both child and parents. Carlson Bier, a highly respected personal injury law firm from Illinois, is committed to providing exemplary legal support for birth injury cases. Our seasoned attorneys are well-versed in the complexities of such catastrophic events and have proven their competence through numerous successful cases. We understand the emotional trauma that follows birth injuries; hence we incorporate empathy with our professional proficiency while working relentlessly to safeguard your rights. Though our services extend throughout numerous regions, we bestow focused attention upon Hinsdale residents seeking justice for birth injuries inflicted due to medical negligence or malpractice. We assure you that in every step towards claiming your rightful compensation, Carlson Bier will serve as a formidable ally offering comprehensive experience and astute expertise in navigating Illinois laws pertaining to birth injury-related lawsuits . To those considering legal redressal for birth related harm: put your trust in Carlson Bier – undeniably one of Illinois’ top choices when it comes to proficient Birth Injuries representation.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Hinsdale Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are experienced personal injury attorneys who specialize and understand the complexities associated with birth injuries. We have proudly served Illinois residents for many years, upholding our commitment to provide comprehensive legal services that ensure justice for individuals and families disrupted by birth-related injuries.

Birth injuries can occur under numerous circumstances, often due to medical negligence or mistakes made during prenatal care, labor, or delivery. These damages can lead to devastating physical impacts on a newborn and could result in permanent mental or emotional disabilities as well. It’s a critical area of concern where appropriate legal intervention becomes necessary.

• Maternal complications including preeclampsia or gestational diabetes which were not adequately managed

• Mishandling of equipment (forceps/vacuum extractors) during delivery

• Delayed decision for a cesarean section (C-section)

• Failure to respond promptly to fetal distress cues

• Incorrect medication dosage administration prior to/during childbirth

Here at Carlson Bier, each case is uniquely approached and skillfully handled by our seasoned attorneys equipped specifically in the field of birth injury litigation. Through comprehensive investigations, interviewing of witnesses and meticulous examination of medical reports, we work tirelessly ensuring our clients receive the maximum compensation they deserve.

Clearly understanding Birth Injuries is also paramount. This enables you as an parent or caretaker to establish if your child’s situation falls under this category.

Primarily there are two types: Birth Injuries & Birth Trauma— The former refers to more natural causes like infections during pregnancy whereas the latter constitutes damage from physical pressure like bone fractures during delivery process.

It’s also worth noting the various specific terms within broad context of birth injuries…

1) Cerebral Palsy – Often caused by brain damage before/after childbirth impacting muscle coordination & movement.

2) Brachial Plexus/ Erb’s Palsy – Resulting from severe nerve damage around shoulders during a difficult delivery.

3) Perinatal Asphyxia – Lack of oxygen to the baby leading to physical & developmental issues.

Promising legal representation is just a call away with Carlson Bier. We know it’s extremely crucial for you and your family to get not only legal redress but also adequate funding that caters for future medical care, special needs education or even child therapy where necessary.

The complexities involved in such cases demand committed and experienced practitioners like us. At Carlson Bier, compassion meets expertise; ensuring you have provocative advocates standing by your side during each step of your case’s journey. It’s our mission to shoulder the legal burden, allowing families space they need to heal from their traumatic experiences.

And if this wasn’t enough? We’re dedicated towards operation on ‘No Win No Fee’ basis— Meaning fees are only applicable after we’ve successfully won compensations due for affected clients rendering our services essentially risk free!

At Carlton Bier, we don’t just see birth injuries as cases—we look at them in light of innocent lives who’ve been affected markedly right from their advent into the world and families traumatically impacted alongside .So remember every expertly constructed claim isn’t merely about winning—It’s an exuberant step in quest of justice…

Ready to take that first leap? Why wait? Click on the button below and find out what your case could truly amount too…After all getting justice shouldn’t be hard—it should be accessible!! We urge you as proud Illinois patrons entrusting us with cardinal responsibility; build happier futures entailing great potentials for one worth fighting endlessly… Your fight is ours – Let’s win it together!

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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 Hinsdale

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Fire Damages

Offering specialist legal advice for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Physician Malpractice

Extending dedicated legal support for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Liability

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, providing specialist legal support to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip & Slip Accidents

Adept in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking redress for their damages.

Childbirth Harms

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Collisions

Accidents: Committed to supporting clients of car accidents obtain just compensation for harms and damages.

Scooter Collisions

Expert in providing legal support for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Offering experienced legal assistance for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for losses.

Construction Site Incidents

Focused on assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Harms

Expert in delivering expert legal representation for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

Proficient in managing cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Undeserved Demise

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and professional legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Harm

Expert in supporting victims with backbone trauma, offering expert legal guidance to secure compensation.

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