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When facing the distressing experience of birth injuries, trust in Carlson Bier to guide you through these challenging times. Serving as an expert voice in cases of personal injury across Illinois, our reputation for diligence and compassion precedes us. Our expansive expertise encompasses confronting complex Birth Injuries cases with finesse and dedication. What sets Carlson Bier apart is not just our proven track record; it’s also our common-sense approach combined with first-rate advice that has helped countless clients handle their legal matters effectively.

While every case holds unique circumstances, there is one factor consistent throughout: our unwavering commitment to championing your rights and ensuring justice served. Lightening the burden on your shoulders during this strenuous period is integral to what we do at Carlson Bier. Becoming a beacon of hope and symbolizing resilience ––that’s what we endeavor toward consistently.

It isn’t about where you start but how you finish—the path may be grueling, but choosing us means having confidence in a rightful outcome within reach.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Lovington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a team of dedicated personal injury attorneys based in Illinois who believe that every individual deserves the finest legal representation, no matter how complex their case may be. Among our areas of specialization is birth injury—cases which require not only extensive legal expertise but also empathetic understanding and utmost sensitivity.

Birth injuries can have severe long-term consequences on the affected child and penalties for such incidences should correlate to their gravity. It’s important to understand what qualifies as a birth injury under the legal context:

• Mistakes during labor or childbirth resulting in physical harm

• Obstetric care negligence leading to a preventable condition

• Failure to diagnose prenatal conditions that could result in birth complications

Your rights as parents should never be compromised; and at Carlson Bier, we tirelessly work towards securing justice from those responsible while facilitating appropriate compensation. Our firm has represented countless families with sophistication and relentless dedication, aiding them through this difficult journey encompassing emotional stress coupled with intricate legal proceedings.

Birth injuries might manifest themselves within hours of delivery or even weeks later; hence it’s crucial to monitor newborns closely for symptoms like seizures, limpness, difficulty feeding or breathing issues among others—indicative factors that something isn’t right. We encourage parents who suspect any irregularities to consult medical professionals immediately—swift action often means mitigating risks associated with certain conditions and simplifying proof of liability if a lawsuit ensues.

Many maneuvering variables need considering when raising a birth injury lawsuit—the nature of negligence, extent of damages inflicted upon your child, concurrent mental anguish suffered by the family—all elements demanding careful deliberation under seasoned guidance. This is where our tenacious lawyers step in—pursuing accountability for medical mishaps as assertively as possible while aiming at significant settlement amounts.

Drawing upon years of successful litigation experience against reputed healthcare providers across Illinois, our attorneys have honed capabilities required—to emphatically represent you against formidable opposition—insightful strategy-making paired with relentless litigation tactics, ensuring that at no point does your claim seem weaker than theirs.

Famed for their formidable negotiation skills and finesse in handling court proceedings, the lawyers at Carlson Bier ascertain that every client’s case is meticulously prepared, whether it culminates into a trial or a settlement. Be assured of comprehensive healthcare costs coverage in compensation—from immediate to future medical expenses—including physical therapy, surgery etc., even accounting for altered living conditions due to permanent injury aftereffects.

Our attorneys understand the urgency born from such situations but never compromise on diligence merely for an expedited resolution—we prioritize securing adequate compensation over hasty settlements giving you short shrift. Hence our representation isn’t only avowedly aggressive; also patiently understanding—appropriately customized legal strategies are devised observing timelines most suitable to each client’s particular circumstances.

We hold utter respect toward confidentiality under attorney-client privilege and vouch for absolute transparency during throughout our assistance period. Moreover, we operate strictly based on contingency fee arrangements—you pay us only if there’s success in either settling your case favorably outside courts or receiving justifiable injuries compensation post-trial through verdicts favorable to you.

Staring down powerful medical institutions shouldn’t be something you’ve to endure alone while caring for an injured newborn—lean on our trusted personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier and let experienced hands steer you through complexities quite daunting otherwise. Under our professional purview, every question finds a detailed response; every doubt gets assuaged—together we stride towards justice deserved by your innocent child marred by preventable mistakes during birth.

Please click on the button below harmoniously enabling yourselves access into exploring what fair remuneration against suffered damages looks like—an initial consultation ascertains how much this tragic event has costed you not only emotionally but also materially—and together we’ll strive making sure it doesn’t end up draining resources meant for brighter futures for your family. We are not just a law firm; consider us allies committed towards upholding rights you didn’t even know were compromised until now—let our expertise become your strength today!

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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 Lovington

Bike Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Giving skilled legal help for individuals of major burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Clinical Incompetence

Offering professional legal support for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Obligation

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, supplying professional legal services to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Trip Mishaps

Expert in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking recovery for their losses.

Newborn Injuries

Delivering legal aid for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Dedicated to aiding victims of car accidents receive fair compensation for harms and destruction.

Motorbike Crashes

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Accident

Extending adept legal assistance for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for damages.

Building Site Collisions

Dedicated to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Head Injuries

Specializing in extending compassionate legal assistance for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Injuries

Skilled in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Committed to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Loss

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and professional legal support to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Damage

Focused on advocating for clients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal representation to secure recovery.

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