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When considering a Medical Malpractice attorney in Lincoln Square, choose Carlson Bier with confidence. We are renowned champions of patient rights and winning advocates against medical negligence across Illinois. Our strategic approach couples aggressive negotiation with proven legal tactics to ensure maximum restitution for our clients’ detriment due to malpractice. Our proficiency spans the intricate terrain of incorrect diagnoses, surgical errors, obstetric injuries to nursing home neglect—you have our assurance that your claim receives comprehensive attention it deserves from seasoned medico-legal professionals. Entrust us at Carlson Bier—our dedicated client-centric ethos drives us toward protecting you during these distressing times and delivering equitable compensation with compassion and tact. Though there’s an abundance of choices for counsel numerous individuals depend on ours – trusting not only in result-delivering abilities but also transparency while maintaining stringent adherence to ethical guidelines prescribed by Illinois State Law. Ensure your strongest possible representation; let the experience & expertise of Carlson Bier guide your pursuit for justice through medical malpractice litigation.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Lincoln Square Illinois

When it comes to medical malpractice issues, the law firm of Carlson Bier has established a sterling reputation throughout Illinois for providing expert, reliable legal counsel. Our personal injury attorneys have amassed an exceptional track record in handling cases under this complex field of law, and we ardently commit ourselves to uphold justice on behalf of those who’ve unjustly suffered due to negligent medical practices.

Medical malpractice encompasses situations where healthcare professionals deviate from established standards resulting in harm or death to patients. Common instances involve surgical errors, incorrect dosage administration, poor aftercare or follow-up, premature discharge from care facilities, inadequate health history evaluation and erroneous patient diagnosis.

• Surgical Errors: Involves leaving items inside a patient’s body post-surgery or even performing unnecessary surgery.

• Incorrect Dosage Administration: Can lead to significant complications if a patient receives too much or too little medication.

• Poor Aftercare/Follow-up: An insufficient treatment plan following procedures can often cause adverse effects on a person’s wellbeing.

• Premature Discharge from Care Facilities: Letting go of patients before proper recovery may exacerbate their health condition.

• Inadequate Health History Evaluation: Misinterpreting or disregarding information about previous health conditions might hamper correct treatment.

• Erroneous Patient Diagnosis: A delayed or wrongful diagnosis could substantially impact life expectancy rates and quality of life.

In each circumstance outlined above, victims are entitled by law to claim financial compensation relating directly or indirectly caused physical suffering and emotional distress, recovery time loss earnings as well any relevant associated costs – such as additional medical treatments remedial surgeries. This is accomplished through civil litigation process which Carlson Bier’s seasoned team will navigate you seamlessly offer relentless advocacy needed secure maximum potential settlement amount possible based your unique case specifications.

It’s worth noting that all medical practice professionals owe their clients what is known as a ‘duty of care.’ Once they violate this obligation through carelessness or neglecting to follow recognized protocols, these professionals can be sued for medical malpractice. Our adept attorneys will meticulously scrutinize every intricate detail of your case, firmly establishing proof that the medical professional/s in question deviated from their duties leading to tangible damage.

Our law firm also places a strong emphasis on educating clients about pertinent laws in Illinois surrounding medical malpractice claim timelines. The state retains a two-year statute of limitations period from when one becomes aware or should have become conscious of the injury. Meanwhile, claims cannot be filed more than four years after the date an alleged malpractice took place. Exceptions are only granted for situations involving minors or further statutory specifications; hence it’s vital immediately contact us help determine if these apply you.

At Carlson Bier, we operate purely on a contingency fee basis, meaning you’ll not need to pay any upfront fees until we win your case. This enables us to serve persons from all walks of life without financial constraints being a hindrance to seeking justice.

Having considered the above valuable information regarding medical malpractice lawsuits and effectively understanding key facets which may impact your eligibility file such suit it’s critical promptly avail services our astute legal team at Carlson Bier who keenly dedicate themselves restituting aggrieved victims like yourself owing negligent healthcare practice based in Illinois – but keep mind remember through

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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 Lincoln Square

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Specializing in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or perilous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Offering professional legal advice for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Clinical Carelessness

Ensuring expert legal advice for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, providing professional legal assistance to victims affected by harmful products.

Aged Neglect

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Trip Mishaps

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking justice for their losses.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal assistance for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Accidents

Incidents: Dedicated to helping victims of car accidents secure just compensation for hurts and destruction.

Motorcycle Crashes

Committed to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Crash

Delivering adept legal support for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for damages.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Harms

Specializing in providing compassionate legal services for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Specialized in tackling cases for persons who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unfair Passing

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and experienced legal support to ensure justice.

Neural Damage

Expert in representing patients with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal representation to secure redress.

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