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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the aftermath of a medical malpractice incident, it is essential to have strong legal representation by your side. For unequivocal dedication and expertise in this complex field of law, consider the esteemed services provided by Carlson Bier. Highly regarded within Illinois for their extensive experience, the team at Carlson Bier are well-versed in navigating intricate nuances of medical malpractice cases. They provide strategic advocacy aimed at fighting passionately for clients’ rights while pursuing maximum compensation for damages incurred due to negligence or error from trusted healthcare providers. By choosing Carlson Bier to handle your case, you’re securing a guiding hand with proven success handling similar claims; shedding light on misdiagnoses conditions clearly avoidable surgical errors and unreasonably delayed treatments among others. Trusting matters as sensitive as these isn’t easy but rest assured that considering firms like Carlson Bier ensures that your voice will be heard loud clear and true during difficult times when retaining quality health along with peace of mind remains paramount above all else.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Lexington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we dedicate our comprehensive legal services to those who have experienced harm due to medical malpractice. Based in Illinois, we possess an intricate understanding of the state’s laws and stipulations surrounding medical negligence cases.

Medical malpractice is a severe concern that can lead to unjust suffering and extensive financial burdens for victims. Essentially, this refers to situations where healthcare professionals deviate from established standards in their field resulting in harm or injury to a patient. Such activities span across a variety of scenarios such as surgical errors, wrong diagnosis, medication mistakes, or neglect during aftercare.

Several critical elements must be established within your case for it to qualify as medical malpractice under Illinois law:

• Proof that a doctor-patient relationship existed.

• Demonstration that the healthcare professional was negligent.

• Evidence showing the direct correlation between that negligence and an injury.

• Illustration of specific damages suffered as a result of the injury.

Understanding these aspects can be undoubtedly complex requiring specialized knowledge; exactly what our expert attorneys provide at Carlson Bier. We navigate through intricate legal processes on behalf of our clients with formidable expertise and determination. Our proficient approach aims not only towards achieving rightful compensation but also enforcing accountability within healthcare systems.

The statute of limitations for filing a medical malpractice lawsuit in Illinois typically allows two years from when you first became aware (or should have become aware)of the injury caused by negligence and no more than four years from when the act occurred.We understand this timeframe may feel restrictive considering coping with physical suffering potentially mixed with emotional trauma resulting from maltreatment.However,it’s crucial not to delay seeking legal counsel because missing these deadlines might hinder your chance at pursuing justice later on.

Despite common misconceptions, most cases don’t end up going to court.Contrary to popular belief,a significant proportion settles outside court via negotiation.This aligns perfectly with our core philosophy here at Carlson Bier where aside from our litigation expertise,we also pride ourselves on our exceptional negotiation skills.Our primary objective is achieving the best possible resolution for you,and this isn’t necessarily synonymous with a court trial.

Please remember that every case differs according to its unique circumstances.Therefore,it’s paramount to seek professional advice specifically tailored to your personal situation.Carlson Bier excels at providing individualized attention, offering clear explanations and practical solutions. We place immense emphasis on empowerment through knowledge, thereby ensuring you make informed decisions about your case.

Moreover,we understand the financial hardships associated with medical malpractice incidents and therefore work on a contingency fee basis.This simply means you pay legal fees only if we win compensation on your behalf.It’s all part of our unwavering commitment towards alleviating stress and enabling recovery for victims of medical malpractice.

In essence, maneuvering the intricate realm of medical negligence requires seasoned experts who truly care; something epitomized by our dedicated team at Carlson Bier. By employing empathetic understanding coupled with aggressive representation, we stand firm in empowering victims towards achieving justice.

Thank you for considering Carlson Bier as your trusted ally in navigating your medical malpractice claim. Should you wish to explore how much your case might be worth or require further assistance in any related matter – don’t hesitate! Just click the button below and let Carlson Bier lead the charge towards restoring fairness and accountability within healthcare systems for you.

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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 Lexington

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Focused on legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Supplying specialist legal help for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Hospital Misconduct

Providing specialist legal services for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Responsibility

Handling cases involving problematic products, providing professional legal services to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Neglect

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

Fall & Stumble Accidents

Adept in managing trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking redress for their damages.

Infant Wounds

Supplying legal assistance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Crashes: Concentrated on assisting individuals of car accidents obtain appropriate compensation for damages and destruction.

Scooter Crashes

Focused on providing legal advice for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

18-Wheeler Collision

Providing adept legal representation for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for hurts.

Construction Site Incidents

Committed to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Neurological Harms

Committed to providing specialized legal advice for victims suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Wounds

Skilled in handling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Dedicated to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and expert legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Impairment

Focused on representing individuals with spine impairments, offering professional legal assistance to secure compensation.

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