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About Carlson Bier Associates

When choosing the optimal representation in Maryville for cases involving nursing home abuse, consideration should be given to Carlson Bier. As a leading Illinois-based law firm specializing in personal injury and nursing home abuse, Carlson Bier has skilfully represented countless clients with their legal pursuits, navigating complex lawsuits with dedication and expertise. Their unwavering commitment resides at the forefront of protecting elderly residents from egregious acts such as negligence, physical assault or exploitation rampant across care facilities. Proven results validate that compassionate advocacy paired with rigorous litigation can indeed change lives. When you entrust your case to Carlson Bier’s team of proficient attorneys, expect nothing less than robust legal support designed holistically around your unique needs— all while maintaining integrity and confidentiality every step of the way. Laughing in the face of adversity is par excellence for this exceptional group who will passionately challenge any opposition till justice prevails — firmly establishing why Carlson Bier remains invaluable when addressing Nursing Home Abuse violations within Maryville’s jurisdiction.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Maryville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we stand as staunch advocates against Nursing Home Abuse in the state of Illinois. As a distinguished personal injury law firm, we specialize in representing those who have fallen victim to abuse and neglect within nursing homes and assisted living communities. Ensuring the well-being of your loved ones when they are most vulnerable is our utmost priority.

Nursing Home Abuse can take a myriad forms including physical injury, emotional distress, financial manipulation or outright theft among others. Physical signs that a resident may be experiencing abuse include sudden weight loss or gain, scars or bruises, broken bones or sprains. Emotional signs are equally significant; changes in behavior such as withdrawal from normal activities, avoidant behavior around caregivers or staff members could be indications of psychological trauma. Our experienced team at Carlson Bier can help you discern these symptoms and provide the necessary legal assistance for seeking justice.

It is worth noting key indicators of potential elder financial exploitation too:

• Unusual bank account activities: Frequent withdrawals or transfers that were never attempted before should immediately raise some red flags.

• Changes in property titles without plausible explanation.

• Sudden alterations in wills and other financial documents.

Nursing home negligence also falls under our scope of practice. It can manifest as an absence of medical attention leading to illnesses left untreated, malnutrition due to improper diets provided by the facility staff or even bedsores caused by unremitting pressure on certain areas of the body because movement has been limited at great lengths

As an Illinois-based law firm deeply versed with The Nursing Home Care Act – 210 ILCS 45 -, which protects residents’ rights within long-term care facilities and allows us to seek compensation for damages through legal means whenever those rights get violated.

Moreover,

• Illinois Supreme Court Rule 769 provides qualifications for nursing home administrators

• Federal regulations found at 42 CFR Part 483 lists Resident Rights along with Facility Requirements for Long Term Care facilities, both of which allow us to help make a strong case in your favor.

Effectively dealing with Nursing Home Abuse and negligence requires a deep understanding of law and empathetic comprehension of emotionally charged situations. This is where the unrivaled expertise of our attorneys at Carlson Bier sets us apart from the crowd. Our dedicated team will tirelessly work to provide you with personalized guidance throughout every stage of the legal process – from exploring individual facts, presenting options according to your interests, building robust cases and ultimately representing you powerfully in court.

We understand the weight these distressing circumstances put on families; hence we have made it as easy as possible for you to receive legal assistance. No need for upfront payment – We practice on a contingency basis meaning that if we do not win your case, you owe us absolutely nothing.

The fight against Nursing Home Abuse can be challenging but together we stand stronger. With exceptional dedication and expert knowledge, rest assured that Carlson Bier is here to bring justice for your loved ones. Click on the button below now to find out how much your case could potentially be worth – Let’s hold those responsible accountable for their actions 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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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 Maryville

Bicycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Fire Injuries

Providing specialist legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Physician Malpractice

Ensuring experienced legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Responsibility

Taking on cases involving faulty products, providing expert legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble and Trip Injuries

Expert in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking recovery for their harm.

Neonatal Harms

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Accidents: Committed to supporting victims of car accidents secure equitable settlement for wounds and destruction.

Motorbike Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Mishap

Ensuring specialist legal advice for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for injuries.

Construction Site Collisions

Focused on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to offering professional legal support for clients suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Expertise in addressing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Committed to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Passing

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and adept legal guidance to ensure justice.

Vertebral Damage

Expert in representing clients with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal support to secure justice.

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