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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re seeking justice following a medical malpractice incident in Lakewood Shores, appointing Carlson Bier as your designated attorney group is an excellent choice. Our distinguished record shows our commitment and expertise in handling complex litigations specific to Medical Malpractice effectively. With a refined understanding of Illinois law, we specialize in bringing to light the negligence or violation of standard care by healthcare professionals resulting in damage or harm to those they treat. Known for our comprehensive approach towards each case, we meticulously collect evidence and leave no stone unturned when advocating for victims of such misfortune. Furthermore, engaging with us gives you access to accomplished attorneys who have won substantial compensations for clients while ensuring their rights are protected at all costs during this otherwise overwhelming process. While there are several options available, deciding on Carlson Bier signifies choosing unwavering dedication coupled with significant legal acumen—a decision that ultimately rests on prioritizing your peace amidst turmoil caused by unfortunate medical errors.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Lakewood Shores Illinois

As esteemed advocates in the realm of personal injury law, we at Carlson Bier are committed to providing extensive expertise on all matters related to legal recourse, specifically focusing on medical malpractice cases. Our central obligation as your trusted Illinois-based attorneys is to impart knowledge that offers immense value and effectively equips you to face any such unfortunate situations.

One key point is understanding what Medical Malpractice entails. This refers to cases where healthcare professionals or institutions have deviated from established medical standards of care, resulting in harm or injury to a patient. Knowing this becomes paramount when embarking upon any claim.

Another pivotal factor is discerning negligence within the wide expanse of medical errors that could potentially qualify for a viable lawsuit. These include but are not limited to misdiagnosis, surgical errors, incorrect medication prescriptions, and preventable birth injuries. Medical malpractice lawsuits are quite complex by nature and involve meticulous examinations which form a comprehensive overview encompassing every minuscule detail of your case.

Furthermore, it’s vital being familiarized with the primary elements required for making a successful claim; namely an existing doctor-patient relationship, proof of substandard treatment causing injury directly attributable to said professional’s negligent actions.

One might ask why seeking professional help is so crucial in these scenarios? Primarily because everything boils down to proving clinical irresponsibility which may necessitate assistance from other practitioners willing to testify against their fellows – certainly no easy task considering our tightly knit medical fraternity. Additionally navigating through dense legalese while eliciting maximum compensation can indeed be navigated only by experienced specialists like us here at Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys.

Being cognisant of time limitations dictated by the State’s statutes illuminates another crucial aspect – timing does matter! In Illinois more specifically, one generally has two years post-discovery of harm resultant from negligent healthcare provider actions within which one must employ lawsuit motions unless exceptional circumstances apply. Hence time-sensitive vigilance ensures your right to rectification remains preserved.

Having said that, we at Carlson Bier understand every circumstance is unique and deserves personalized attention. We offer a comprehensive case analysis designed to accentuate every nuance of your case, optimizing chances for rightful recompense. Our principle being uncompromising dedication towards client interests means relentless pursuit until justice gets served.

Finally delving into objectives of instigating medical malpractice lawsuits throws significant light on this misunderstood area – victims primarily seek two types of compensation; economic coverages like extant and future medical bills or lost wages alongside non-economic aspects such as pain, suffering or emotional distress. Remember lawsuit motivations aren’t necessarily about revenge but more about safeguarding other potential victims from similar damages while ensuring healthcare services align with established professional criteria.

Impacted individuals often find themselves wondering where to start in the overwhelming journey seeking justice for medical errors caused by trusted providers? Well, this is where we play our part. Rooted in Illinois State law and having tirelessly fought numerous cases just like yours, Carlson Bier acts as an indispensable ally ardently advocating for victim rights while unraveling complexities inherent in these convoluted lawsuits.

Engage us today! When it comes down to determining how much your claim may be worth, various components factor including severity of injury, associated legal costs even effect on quality-of-life amongst others. Ultimately professional expertise dictates determining maximum possible rewards hence why choosing skilled representation makes all the difference.

So why wait? Understand your rights fully now! Click on the button below and let’s begin exploring what you could potentially recover from a successful lawsuit borne out of unfortunate circumstances related to medical malpractice accusations. At Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys, we work tirelessly towards serving justice where it’s due – because you deserve nothing less than unparalleled commitment matched only by stellar professionalism!

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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 Lakewood Shores

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or perilous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Offering expert legal help for victims of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Clinical Incompetence

Ensuring professional legal advice for persons affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Obligation

Handling cases involving unsafe products, offering specialist legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Abuse

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Slip Accidents

Professional in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking recovery for their damages.

Infant Wounds

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Mishaps: Committed to aiding patients of car accidents secure fair payout for hurts and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Specializing in providing legal support for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Truck Collision

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for injuries.

Construction Site Crashes

Concentrated on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Traumas

Committed to ensuring dedicated legal advice for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered damages from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Focused on legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Unfair Passing

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and adept legal representation to ensure fairness.

Backbone Damage

Expert in representing persons with backbone trauma, offering expert legal guidance to secure settlement.

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