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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to ensuring justice for instances of nursing home abuse in Leland, nothing less than the best will do. That is Carlson Bier; forward-thinking, compassionate and relentless advocates dedicated to upholding your rights and pursuing accountability from responsible parties. Our seasoned attorneys understand the intricacies of Illinois law pertaining to nursing home violations, which is pivotal in constructing a high-impact case on your behalf. We endeavor not just to win cases but also to bring about mindful behavioral changes in care providers through our staunch legal actions. Equipped with substantial experience handling complex litigation involving elderly mistreatment, we can formulate effective strategies tailored specifically for you despite how convoluted or overwhelming your circumstance may seem initially. As champions of victim’s rights, trust us when we say that Carlson Bier does not merely provide exceptional legal services – we ensure peace of mind during this challenging time as each client navigates their personal fight against nursing home abuse.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Leland Illinois

As an acclaimed personal injury attorney group, Carlson Bier strives to provide the highest level of service and insight into tragic circumstances that impact precious lives across Illinois. Today’s focus is on Nursing Home Abuse – a significant issue affecting some of the most vulnerable members of our society.

In nursing homes, where we entrust our loved ones’ care, abuse should never take place. Yet, often due to negligence or unqualified personnel, it unfortunately does occur. The deeply unfortunate reality of widespread incidents of abuse in these care facilities demands attention and resolution – this is where our extensive expertise comes in.

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated advocates for victims of Nursing Home Abuse and have extensive knowledge about its many forms which can be physical, emotional or financial in nature. Physical abuse involves actions like hitting or pushing residents while emotional abuses might involve shouting at them or insulting their dignity. Financial exploitation is another prevalent form wherein staff may steal money or property from residents.

We also address neglect, which happens when caregivers fail to ensure a resident’s basic needs are met such as suitable nutrition and medical aid.

To make matters easier for you to understand below are key details we’d like to highlight:

• Symptoms of physical abuse could range from unexplained bruises or fractures to sudden changes in mental status.

• Emotional abuse might present as sudden depression or withdrawal from other people.

• Telltale signs of financial exploitation include unusual changes in spending patterns or missing valuables.

• Neglect may show up as poor sanitation conditions within the facility; malnourished appearance; untreated bedsores; absence of necessary aids (glasses, walkers etc.)

Being educated about these symptoms is paramount since each situation varies widely with intricacies nuanced by individual cases. No matter what your circumstance looks like though your first step should always be contacting someone who understands how these situations work – an experienced nursing home abuse lawyer at Carlson Bier.

Plethora of years researching Nursing Home Abuse laws and fighting for victims have led our firm to develop comprehensive approaches towards analyzing nursing home conducts and holding the perpetrators accountable. Our team diligently collects evidence, expert testimonies, medical records, incident reports and more to build a strong case against the abusers.

You can rest assured that our goal at Carlson Bier is not simply winning cases but also ensuring a safe future for the elderly within Illinois. We support local advocacy groups, participate in public policy discussions regarding elder care standards and persistently strive to bring justice to those who have suffered.

In line with this commitment, we encourage you – if your loved one has fallen victim to Nursing Home abuse or neglect – take an active step forward. Remember each minute lost could further jeopardize their health both physically and emotionally! Don’t feel overwhelmed by uncertainty – let Carlson Bier shoulder your legal burdens while you focus on their recovery journey.

Identifying nursing home abuse early saves lives. By knowing what gaslights look like; frequently visiting them; openly communicating about their experiences; observing their mental state vigilantly; scrutinizing paperwork from the facility etc., you’d be better positioned at safeguarding your older adults from such heinous incidents.

Our promise – You are never alone in these trying times!

Lastly, we’d like to affirm that understanding your potential compensation value is crucial in any legal proceeding. It assists getting a fair settlement which covers all aspects: mental anguish endured; cost of necessary therapies or treatments incurred post-abuse etc… therefore click on the button below now! Get started with your free case evaluation today and gain insights into how much it could potentially yield. With Carlson Bier’s expertise guiding you every step along the way – Hope thrives amidst adversity!

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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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Bicycle Crashes

Proficient in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Supplying skilled legal help for people of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Hospital Negligence

Offering dedicated legal support for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Obligation

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, extending skilled legal services to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Misconduct

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip and Stumble Mishaps

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

Birth Wounds

Offering legal support for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Mishaps: Committed to helping victims of car accidents secure equitable remuneration for injuries and losses.

Scooter Incidents

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Semi Mishap

Ensuring professional legal advice for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for damages.

Building Mishaps

Committed to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Injuries

Committed to delivering expert legal representation for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Damages

Expertise in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered damages from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Wrongful Demise

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Neural Impairment

Specializing in representing clients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal assistance to secure justice.

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