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When navigating the emotional and complex world of birth injuries, you need a law firm with the knowledge and expertise to confidently protect your rights. Carlson Bier is that firm. As proven personal injury attorneys, we have built our reputation on success in assisting families dealing with complications caused by birth injuries throughout Illinois including Lockport . Our dedicated team proudly collaborates with medical professionals to ensure that we understand every aspect of your case. At Carlson Bier, it’s not just about winning; it’s about obtaining justice for our clients, alleviating their worries during this difficult time and providing reassurances for future security. Whether its brain damage, fractures or other forms of trauma affiliated with labor delivery negligence; We tirelessly advocate for victims’ rights paving them way towards resolution they seek while adhering strictly to The Rules And Regulations put forth By The Professional Conduct In Illinois.We are here because YOU matter-Never backing down until justice has been achieved! That’s the unwavering commitment that makes Carlson Bier stand apart as your premier option considering a Birth Injuries attorney.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Lockport Illinois

Every parent hopes and dreams for a smooth and safe birth experience. Yet, unfortunate events sometimes occur through no fault of their own. Carlson Bier, a reputable Illinois-based law firm that specializes in personal injury cases, fully understands these distressing circumstances. One area where our expertise shines is in dealing with the difficult subject of Birth Injuries. These traumas can have severe implications on your child’s health, potentially resulting in lasting physical and neurological damage.

Birth injuries can encompass a variety of conditions including Cerebral Palsy, Brachial Plexus Injury or Erb’s Palsy, Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), bone fractures during delivery or even wrongful death. Each one is intense and emotionally draining to deal with alone. Below are some vital points to note about birth injuries:

• Birth injuries are different from birth defects: While both can affect infants negatively, a defect arises naturally without medical intervention while an injury often stems directly from malpractice or negligence.

• Most common causes include inadequate prenatal care, misuse of forceps or vacuum during delivery, delayed C-sections; precipitating factors like maternal infections that were not properly treated also contribute.

• The symptoms range from minor physical effects such as bruises and scratches to significant issues like seizures and cognitive disabilities.

At Carlson Bier we employ stringent strategies designed specifically around the particular incident leading up to the injury itself. If it was due directly to negligent healthcare provider behavior—such as failure to monitor fetal vitals—the focus will rest on ensuring they’re held accountable.

Please remember the state-specific laws surrounding claims of this nature; there’s a very defined time-frame within which you need to file your case after the cause had been established – generally known as the Statute of Limitations. In any situation involving legal proceedings around birth-related trauma though, ample evidentiary support is crucial – yet another area where our team excels superbly.

Distinct from other law groups, our experience in a plethora of birth injury cases in Illinois has equipped us with valuable insights and profound understanding into these complex claims. We know precisely what to search for when investigating malpractice: evidence could be hidden within dense medical files or convoluted healthcare logs.

Our fervent commitment is not only towards securing the compensation you rightfully deserve but also preserving your peace of mind during an incredibly stressful time. We take on the heavy lifting, leaving you free to focus on what really matters – taking care of your child and family.

Birth injuries have both immediate and long-term effects that ripple outwards adversely affecting entire families emotionally, physically and financially. The associated costs—like medical bills, physical therapy expenses or loss of wages due to caring for a disabled child—are staggering; creating undue strain even under the umbrella of insurance coverage.

Choosing experienced legal counsel like Carlson Bier can make all the difference with regards to getting fair compensation necessary to cater for your current and future needs. Our team will not only fight tirelessly on your behalf but we always keep you informed; maintaining excellent communication ensures you’re fully engaged every step along this challenging journey.

Whether it’s questions about pain-and-suffering damages, projected lifetime earnings calculations or how settlements are paid out – our firm provides concise answers conveyed openly so you’re well-informed at all times. At Carlson-Bier, we’re trailblazers against misinformation; educating clients as much as possible about their circumstances empowers them to feel confident throughout legal proceedings.

By entrusting us with representing your case – from identifying aristocratic parties involved right down to handling intricate documentation processes – utmost enrollment is channelled towards recovering maximum compensatory damages obtainable under personal injury law within the state of Illinois

If you believe someone else’s negligence led directly to your baby’s birth injury or if it happened somewhere in Illinois but aren’t sure where exactly — don’t wait around guessing which actions to undertake next. Consult with our expert legal team today! Find out what your case could potentially be worth by clicking the button below now; Carlson Bier — where every client matters, and every case counts.

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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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Birth Injuries FAQ

The most common birth injuries include:

  • Cerebral palsy: This is a group of disorders that affect movement and coordination.
  • Erb’s palsy: This is a nerve injury that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm and hand.
  • Brachial plexus palsy: This is a group of nerve injuries that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm, shoulder, and hand.
  • Spinal cord injuries: These injuries can cause paralysis or weakness below the waist.
  • Traumatic brain injuries: These injuries can cause a variety of physical, cognitive, and emotional problems.

Birth injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Medical malpractice: This can include mistakes made by doctors during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.
  • Oxygen deprivation: This can occur if the baby does not get enough oxygen during pregnancy or labor.
  • Physical trauma: This can occur if the baby is injured during labor or delivery.
  • Birth defects: Some birth injuries are caused by birth defects.

The signs and symptoms of a birth injury can vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Weakness or paralysis: This may be in one or more limbs.
  • Seizures
  • Breathing problems
  • Feeding problems
  • Developmental delays
  • Learning disabilities

The treatment options for birth injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Medications
  • Supportive care

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your child was injured due to medical malpractice or another factor. A birth injury 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 Lockport

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Specializing in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or risky conditions.

Burn Injuries

Supplying specialist legal support for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Healthcare Carelessness

Extending specialist legal assistance for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Accountability

Managing cases involving dangerous products, delivering expert legal guidance to consumers affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Mistreatment

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

Slip and Trip Mishaps

Specialist in managing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking compensation for their harm.

Infant Injuries

Delivering legal help for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Collisions

Mishaps: Devoted to supporting clients of car accidents obtain just settlement for hurts and losses.

Scooter Collisions

Committed to providing legal advice for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Truck Accident

Delivering expert legal assistance for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for hurts.

Building Site Mishaps

Concentrated on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Neurological Harms

Focused on providing expert legal advice for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in addressing cases for people who have suffered damages from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Wrongful Death

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and adept legal services to ensure redress.

Neural Damage

Dedicated to representing patients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal support to secure settlement.

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