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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to birth injuries, compassionate and competent legal representation is non-negotiable – that’s where Carlson Bier steps in. As acknowledged leaders within the complex arena of birth injury law in Illinois, our commitment to serving affected families is relentless. A reputation built on trust and decades of legal excellence has made us a top choice for families seeking justice due to birth-related negligence or medical mistakes. Residing or based anywhere across the state including Macon can rely on this highly esteemed attorney group known for embracing client needs with empathy while strategically fighting for their rights. At Carlson Bier, we continue offering an individualized approach tailored towards every case’s unique demands. Clients engage us confident they are not alone when navigating through these challenging times; we lend emotional strength whilst vigorously seeking rightful compensation resulting from traumatic occurrences during childbirth! Trust your family’s future with us – because at Carlson Bier, your fight becomes ours too.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Macon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we diligently serve the residents of Illinois as a distinguished personal injury law firm. Our exceptional team of attorneys possess profound expertise in handling an array of cases relating to birth injuries, working relentlessly to secure justice and rightful compensation for our clients. Throughout this journey, it is crucial to understand the nuances associated with birth injuries.

Birth injuries refer to any harm experienced by the infant during labor or delivery. Typically such instances are categorized into two types: birth injuries due to oxygen deprivation and birth traumas mainly caused by physical injuries during childbirth. The former could result in conditions like cerebral palsy and hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), while the latter might lead to fractures, nerve damage or even brachial plexus injury.

Fundamentally, intrinsic factors such as complications in pregnancy or genetic disorders can contribute towards birth injuries. However, there are times when these unfortunate incidents occur due to medical negligence such as incorrect techniques utilized during difficult deliveries, miscalculation on fetal size leading up to detrimental instrumental use like forceps or vacuum extractors, delayed C-sections and failure in diagnosing and treating maternal health issues.

What distinguishes Carlson Bier?

• Seasoned Professionals: With years under their belt each member of our expert panel brings immense knowledge along with a compassionate approach.

• Personalized Service: Our attorneys prioritize understanding your unique circumstances before strategizing for optimal results.

• Diligent Representation: We aim for successful resolutions whether through robust negotiations or fierce litigations.

• No Win-No Fee Policy: Our remuneration is contingent on us securing victory for you first.

To further elucidate – if your baby has been subjected to a birth injury that could have been prevented with proper prenatal care or correct medical procedures, you may be entitled to seek legal recourse under personal injury law. It’s vital that potential signs aren’t overlooked without consultation from professionals versed in neonatology. Some such signs could be – immediate medical problems post birth like seizures or respiratory issues, the baby requiring a stay in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), development disorders including motor skills and cognitive functions.

Remember, timing is pivotal as Illinois allows filing a lawsuit within eight years from when the injury was or ought to have been discovered but not past the child’s eleventh birthday. However, complexities of laws binding this timeline necessitate guidance from skilled personal injury attorneys like us at Carlson Bier.

At our distinguished firm, each case is meticulously examined by our expert panel. We navigate through intricate medical evidence while collaborating with top medical professionals to establish liable parties and quantify your rightful compensation that encompasses ongoing treatment costs too. Our tenacity has fortified our reputation for securing impressive settlements for our clients over the years.

The harsh reality surrounding birth injuries may seem overwhelming but remember you’re not alone in navigating this challenging path. Strengthening your stance in pursuing justice doesn’t merely adjudicate accountability for those responsible; it also plays an integral role towards ensuring preventable birth injuries don’t become recurring narratives.

Our empathetic yet aggressive approach resonates with clients who trust us implicitly to get them deserved restitution for their emotional and financial upheaval during such tumultuous times.

Victims of negligent induced birth injuries are left grappling with heart-wrenching realities often further aggravated due to limited knowledge regarding their legal rights. Empower yourself today by taking a step forward in understanding potential entitlements under personal injury law concerning birth injuries.

Let us help you on this journey towards justice because we believe at Carlson Bier – everyone deserves unrelenting advocacy.

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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 Macon

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or perilous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Extending adept legal services for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Medical Malpractice

Delivering expert legal support for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Responsibility

Handling cases involving unsafe products, delivering skilled legal help to individuals affected by defective items.

Senior Misconduct

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Tumble Occurrences

Adept in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking redress for their injuries.

Birth Injuries

Extending legal assistance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Crashes

Crashes: Devoted to guiding victims of car accidents receive fair payout for harms and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal services for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring adept legal representation for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for injuries.

Construction Site Mishaps

Dedicated to assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal support for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Accidents

Focused on legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unfair Passing

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Focused on advocating for clients with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure redress.

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