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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with sensitive issues such as medical malpractice, your choice of representation is crucial. Enter Carlson Bier, an esteemed personal injury law firm hailing from Illinois, recognized for their exemplary success in navigating the intricate landscape of Medical Malpractice legalities. Equipped with a deep-seated understanding of medicine and healthcare systems combined with robust competence in litigation matters, our team is ready to advocate on your behalf diligently. Under Carlson Bier’s guidance,take solace knowing that you’re represented by seasoned lawyers committed to ensuring justice and seeking maximum compensation for damages endured due to negligence or errors made by healthcare professionals. Our group’s demonstrated proficiency reached far beyond Illinois due to its recognition within various jurisdictions – including Jonesboro where we’ve successfully handled numerous cases previously.Our track record speaks volumes about our adeptness in managing seemingly daunting language and complex procedures associated with medical malpractice cases.Choose Carlson Bier,demonstrably experienced partners providing premier legal support who fight relentlessly for what’s rightful towards victimized patients’ recovery while upholding integrity through practical sanctions.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Jonesboro Illinois

As leaders in personal injury law services, the Carlson Bier team is renowned for our unparalleled expertise and dedication to clients – particularly when it comes to complex cases of medical malpractice. Serving throughout the state of Illinois, we empower victims with comprehensible educational content that cuts through legal jargon and helps them understand their rights.

To begin with, medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider like a doctor, nurse or technician fails to provide the standard level of care expected within their profession. This breach results in harm or injuries to a patient; ranging from physical ailments, mental anguish, loss of earning capabilities to undue hardship and suffering. It’s important to note that there are four essential elements used primarily by courts as the foundation for proving medical malpractice – a duty was owed; this respected duty was breached; an injury occurred due to this violation; significant damages resulted from the inflicted harm.

Medical errors come in various forms. They can entail delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis leading to inappropriate treatments. Alternatively, surgery-related negligence could encompass unnecessary procedures or errors during operations such as poorly performed surgery or unsterilized equipment causing infection post-surgery. Substandard prenatal care resulting in birth injuries also falls under medical malpractice scope along with inability or failure to garner informed consent before commencing treatment.

Medical malpractices claims aren’t just about financial recompense but also bringing perpetrators accountable and preventing similar occurrences in the future. As attorneys at Carlson Bier bestowed with responsibility towards enhancing public safety standards by holding negligent healthcare providers responsible, we fight relentlessly for justice on behalf of our clients.

Remember however, not all unfortunate outcomes relate back to medical negligence – sometimes they’re inevitable despite receiving best possible standard of care – that’s where experienced lawyers at Carlson Bier come into play- differentiating between bad luck and bad medicine isn’t always straightforward task- accurate interpretation requires immense skillsets pulled together over years spent dealing fiercely navigating these treacherous waters.

Navigating the complexities of medical malpractice can be daunting, now more so than ever as Illinois has a statute of limitations requiring filing lawsuits against healthcare professionals within two years from when injury or death occurred. Owing to our vast experience and deep-rooted knowledge about intricacies involved in this turf, we help guide you through each step, clearing any ambiguities tied to rules of procedures and statutes.

Strength in numbers- that’s what class actions represent- enabling victims pool together resources and challenge powerful adversaries they otherwise couldn’t tackle individually. Trust Carlson Bier team with expertise in marshalling rambling evidence into coherent lawsuit while ensuring cohesive representation for all clients onboard- if enough people have suffered same misfortune by hands same perpetrator it presents solid ground to pursue class action litigation for reaping merited justice.

Find out today how the committed legal team at Carlson Bier can help you with your claim. We have established a proven track record at trial when insurance companies fail to offer fair settlement terms. Our attorneys’ comprehensive understanding of medical standards combined with their expansive legal know-how makes Carlson Bier group your best defense against reckless or negligent health care providers. A single click on the button below can start you on your journey toward obtaining the justice you deserve – starting with an estimation of how much your case might be worth. Trust us as providing competent and compassionate representation is embedded right into our core ethos – because at Carlson Bier, your battle becomes ours!

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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 Jonesboro

Bike Crashes

Focused on legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or risky conditions.

Burn Burns

Supplying adept legal advice for victims of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Medical Misconduct

Ensuring expert legal services for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Accountability

Addressing cases involving defective products, providing adept legal support to victims affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Abuse

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Tumble Occurrences

Expert in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking justice for their damages.

Newborn Harms

Providing legal support for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Incidents: Concentrated on supporting patients of car accidents get equitable recompense for wounds and losses.

Motorbike Mishaps

Committed to providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Big Rig Accident

Delivering experienced legal advice for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for harms.

Worksite Incidents

Dedicated to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Neurological Impairments

Expert in extending dedicated legal services for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Traumas

Expertise in handling cases for clients who have suffered damages from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Demise

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Spine Damage

Expert in representing patients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal services to secure redress.

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