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When seeking legal assistance after a birth injury in McLean, it’s imperative to turn to trusted professionals who have intricate knowledge and extensive experience within this legal sector. The team of birth injuries attorneys at Carlson Bier are renowned for their successful advocacy and unwavering pursuit of justice. Our firm specializes in handling complex cases relating to child delivery complications, ensuring that your family gets the compensation you justly deserve.

We understand how such incidents can drastically impact families with emotional distress or financial strain due to medical treatment and care costs. At Carlson Bier, we prioritize holding those responsible accountable. We employ a strategic approach intricately crafted from our deep understanding of Illinois law which upholds citizens’ safety rights.

Your case deserves insightful representation; dispense with firms claiming expertise they do not possess. Trust in Carlson Bier – a choice rooted in demonstrable success within personal injury law encompassing birth injuries litigation as well as dedication and empathy towards aiding affected families find closure amid these unprecedented circumstances – because our priority is you.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in McLean Illinois

Carlson Bier, an esteemed group of personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, takes immense pride in their ability to champion for families grappling with the overwhelming aftermath of birth injuries. Our remarkable prowess in comprehending and applying complex medical laws related to birth-related maladies is fueled by our unrelenting commitment to fight for victims that should have never found themselves the unjust recipients of someone else’s negligence.

Birth injuries touch at the very heart of a family’s joy by replacing what should be celebrations with desperation. As a law firm steeped in empathetic understanding and professional wisdom regarding birth injuries, we comprehend how daunting it must feel for parents to confront such tribulations. Hence, Carlson Bier’s primary aim is to ensure our clients fully grasp the depth, breadth, and scope of justice they are warranted due to negligent birth injuries. To elucidate this area further:

• Birth Injuries encompass any harm inflicted on a fetus or mother during pregnancy or delivery — often as a result of medical errors.

• Common types include Cerebral Palsy, Erbs (or Brachial Plexus) Palsy, Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), bone fractures or even wrongful death.

• These can arise from miscommunications amongst healthcare personnel; hospitals failing to maintain equipment; neglecting patient health conditions; overly potent pharmaceuticals administered without regard for potential side-effects on fetuses or poor decisions taken under duress situations.

Knowledge is undoubtedly empowering – especially when struggling against a system designed assiduously around protecting its constituents rather than victims battling birth injury repercussions. The more awareness you possess about your rights regarding medical malpractice involved in birth injuries – encompassing both flagrant failures exhibited by healthcare providers leading up-to-the mishap and blatant oversights following the distressing event – significantly fortifies your odds towards receiving rightful recompense.

While legal intricacies involving Birth Injuries vary significantly per specific cases, some universal truths prevail. Firstly, Illinois law stipulates a Statute of Limitation for Birth Injury lawsuits which fundamentally means these cases must be filed within a preset timeframe from the injury date or else risk being dismissed by the court. Secondly, expert witness statements can profoundly influence case outcomes; their testimonies either lend credence to claims or repudiate them as unfounded.

We genuinely hope that this insightful discussion on birth injuries and its legal aspects has contributed positively towards your understanding regarding your own situation. Armed with this knowledge now, our heartfelt wish is to see you empowered enough to take next steps. Carlson Bier is more than equipped and eager to become your advocate in navigating the complexities surrounding birth injuries.

Faithfully serving families across Illinois, we bring not only decades of hard-earned experience but also boundless compassion and deep-rooted empathy for what you are experiencing right now. So let us extend our expertise and prowess onto your pending endeavour; allow us to clarify any lingering doubts, answer questions stewing in your mind or simply hold space as you bare the ordeal that’s utterly unique yet unbearably burdening.

Perhaps it’s challenging at the moment to recognize how much strength resides within you – how tenacious hope can sometimes wage an uphill battle against brimming uncertainties dangling before you – but know that perversities ensuing from grave medical negligence do hold substantial value under law superimposed by human morality — a truth Carlson Bier stands unwaveringly behind.

So why not take advantage of Carlson Bier’s Free Case Evaluation? By clicking the button below, begin deciphering just exactly how much your case might potentially be worth objectively in dollars – marking perhaps one less thing you would need to stay up at night wondering about. Garner invaluable insight into mobilizing justice towards gently easing– rather than incessantly echoing– heartaches fostered by birth injuries instead 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 McLean

Bicycle Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Flame Damages

Extending expert legal help for victims of intense burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Medical Negligence

Delivering professional legal assistance for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Liability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal guidance to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Misconduct

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Stumble Mishaps

Skilled in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking justice for their damages.

Infant Damages

Delivering legal support for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Crashes: Concentrated on guiding victims of car accidents gain appropriate payout for hurts and destruction.

Motorcycle Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Trucking Incident

Providing experienced legal support for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for hurts.

Worksite Crashes

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cognitive Injuries

Dedicated to ensuring specialized legal representation for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Proficient in managing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Focused on legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Wrongful Loss

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and expert legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Specializing in representing victims with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure compensation.

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