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Victims of Nursing Home Abuse in Macon can trust the proficient legal team at Carlson Bier to fight for their rights. With a deep understanding of Illinois law, our group specializes in nursing home abuse cases, levelling the field against long-term care facilities that inadequately protect residents’ safety and dignity. If your loved one has suffered neglect or abuse in a nursing home setting, we put forth all efforts to ensure those responsible are held accountable. Our extensive knowledge enables us to skillfully navigate complex litigation processes while keeping clients informed every step of the way. At Carlson Bier, we go beyond providing quality legal representation; we offer compassion and unwavering commitment during extremely sensitive times for families grasping with these situations. We treat each case individually with utmost sensitivity as our mission is implementing justice for vulnerable adults deserted by those supposed to care for them professionally. Choose Carlson Bier – dedicated attorneys staunchly standing against indifference or maltreatment within Macon’s caregiving communities.

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Carlson Bier: Leaders in Nursing Home Abuse Law

Abuse. A harsh word that instills discomfort and an unacceptable reality for those we cherish – our elderly family members who rely on the care and compassion offered in nursing homes. At Carlson Bier, a highly dedicated law group based in Illinois, we provide legal recourse to families touched by this heartbreaking issue of nursing home abuse.

Expertise lying at the heart of our service, we focus on examining every aspect associated with nursing home abuse allegations thoroughly. Our seriousness towards this grave matter has propelled us to accrue profound knowledge regarding the various facets of elder law. Thereby, offering your case nothing less than rigorous analysis coupled with confident litigation process.

A crucial part of understanding any personal injury law is knowing what constitutes nursing home abuse. By definition:

• Physical Assault: It can include inappropriate restraining techniques or continued use of physical force leading to injuries.

• Emotional Abuse: This ranges from insult laden language to constant bullying tactics aimed at eroding self-worth.

• Sexual Abuse: Instances might involve sexual exploitation by other residents which are not appropriately monitored or prevented by staff members.

• Neglect: From not providing essential medication to ignoring hygiene needs, all these fall under neglect inside a facility.

Observation is powerful when it comes to identifying potential signs of abuse such as frequent unexplained accidents or visible changes in behavior into a more withdrawn nature.

We acknowledge that reporting these incidents may be difficult due to their sensitive nature alongside fear accompanied about potential repercussions for either parties involved. This is where Carlson Bier steps in – streamlining the process for you while ardently upholding secure procedures preserving anonymity wherever legally applicable maintaining paramount protection for your loved ones.

Our team works tirelessly behind-the-scenes building persuasive arguments showcasing consistent proof linking questionable actions within nursing facilities with infliction suffered by residents living therein resulting possible wrongdoing against them.

Being well-versed in Illinois state laws applicable towards health establishments, we work towards demanding rightful compensation on grounds of pain and suffering inflicted upon your dear one while ensuring an exhaustive effort to hold the perpetrator accountable.

Whilst nursing home abuse is a distressing issue catering to numerous unseen complexities, obtaining legal guidance shouldn’t be. The road might seem steep but remember, you are not alone in this. Our decades of experience allow us now to reinforce that any intentional act causing harm to someone inside these establishments will not go unnoticed nor unpunished.

The victim’s voice needs hearing through our combined efforts fostering positive changes across nursing homes setting higher standards for propriety encouraging a rehabilitating environment rather than an antagonizing one.

You’ve taken in a lot of information here today and this decision weighs heavily indeed. With Carlson Bier by your side, rest assured that justice won’t be denied but served, just as deservedly it should be. Discover more about how much your case stands worth with fair assessment only at Carlson Bier where every query meets candid answers resonating action borne from integrity.

Choose wisely because what comes next is important – Click on the button below and let’s embark together onto this journey pursuing truth assuring fairness replacing tears with restored faith holding steadfast accountability unveiling realities beneath.

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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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Nursing Home | Elder Abuse FAQ​

The signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse or neglect can vary depending on the type of abuse or neglect that is occurring. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical abuse: This could include bruises, cuts, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Emotional abuse: This could include verbal abuse, intimidation, and isolation.
  • Sexual abuse: This could include sexual touching, intercourse, and other sexual acts.
  • Neglect: This could include malnutrition, dehydration, and poor hygiene.

If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home, you should:

  • Report your suspicions to the nursing home administrator.
  • Contact the local ombudsman, who is an advocate for nursing home residents.
  • File a complaint with the state’s department of health or human services.
  • Contact a nursing home abuse lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a family member of a nursing home abuse or neglect victim, you have the right to:

  • Visit your loved one at any time.
  • Have access to your loved one’s medical records.
  • Be informed of your loved one’s care plan and treatment.
  • File a complaint against the nursing home if you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for nursing home abuse or neglect if your loved one has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of the nursing home. A nursing home abuse 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

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or perilous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Extending professional legal support for patients of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Healthcare Carelessness

Extending professional legal assistance for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering professional legal services to victims affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Fall and Stumble Incidents

Expert in managing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking restitution for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

Delivering legal aid for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to supporting victims of car accidents get equitable compensation for harms and impairment.

Motorcycle Collisions

Focused on providing legal services for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Big Rig Collision

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for injuries.

Building Accidents

Focused on supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Neurological Harms

Expert in offering professional legal assistance for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in addressing cases for people who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

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

Unfair Fatality

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Spine Injury

Specializing in defending individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal guidance to secure justice.

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