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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to medical malpractice cases, you need a law firm with unrivaled expertise. Carlson Bier caters precisely to these needs, spearheading legal efforts with an adeptness synonymous with their name in Illinois. We focus on providing the proceedings your case deserves, ensuring you attain the just remuneration for any misconduct suffered at a healthcare institution or professional’s hands. It’s this relentless dedication that positions us as an excellent consideration when needing a Medical Malpractice attorney. Our proximity to Melrose Park allows us sufficient insight into its unique legal climate and potential complexities involved within medical malpractice situations specific to this area. Nowhere else will you find such comprehensive understanding coupled with unmatched execution in what can be precarious litigation terrain than Carlton Bier- making sure that justice is served regardless of odds stacked against it; guaranteeing not only our top-tier representation but unwavering commitment towards helping victims recover both emotionally and financially from distressing medical malpractices events.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Melrose Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our primary mission is to champion the rights of individuals who have fallen victim to medical malpractice. Medical malpractice refers to situations where healthcare practitioners fail in their duty of care towards patients, resulting in harm or injury. It encompasses a broad range of actions including diagnostic errors, surgical errors, childbirth injuries, medication mishaps, and many others.

In Illinois, just as everywhere else in the country, health practitioners are expected to adhere strictly to established standards when administering patient care. When these standards are compromised and result in physical or emotional pain for the patient – that’s medical malpractice.

There are three critical elements involved in successfully bringing forth a medical malpractice case:

• Proving there existed a doctor-patient relationship.

• Establishing negligence on part of the healthcare practitioner.

• Demonstrating that the patient suffered harm due to this negligence.

It can often be challenging for an individual affected by medical malpractice to navigate through these stages without professional help. That’s why at Carlson Bier we offer expertise rooted in extensive experience helping clients win legal battles against formidable healthcare establishments and insurance companies.

You should never feel alone when grappling with such unfortunate consequences. You shouldn’t bear financial burdens for mistakes made by trusted professionals whose purpose was to safeguard your health rather than jeopardize it. At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe in holding responsible parties accountable while ensuring you receive fair compensation.

Medical malpractice cases don’t just relate only to compensation but equally as relevant is deterrence for potential future incidents from occurring again – both by holding negligent practitioners accountable and establishing precedents that enforce careful adherence to professional standards across the board among clinicians.

However complex or straightforward your case may seem initially, a dedicated personal injury attorney will work relentlessly alongside you every step of the way during this challenging period. This includes securing expert witnesses if necessary – medical experts whose opinion can be invaluable during court proceedings – thereby solidifying your claim further.

But, it’s not all about the courtroom. At Carlson Bier, we understand how vital supportive human interaction can be when you’re going through such a menacing ordeal. We pride ourselves on giving our clients both legal and emotional support throughout this process.

Finally, we want to make one thing clear – success for us isn’t just winning in court or securing huge settlements, although those are important goals too. It’s also about restoring confidence within victims of medical malpractice that they have indeed been heard, and measures are being taken to prevent their unfortunate circumstances from recurring to others in future.

Are you currently dealing with the aftermath of inadequate care? Don’t remain silent; remember that your voice matters immensely and can catalyze change while ensuring justice is served. To assist us assess your situation better and provide you with more personalized attention, click the button below to find out how much your case could potentially be worth. Let’s journey together towards achieving fair compensation and improved healthcare standards.

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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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Medical Malpractice FAQ​

Medical malpractice is negligence on the part of a healthcare professional that causes harm to a patient. Negligence occurs when a healthcare professional fails to meet the standard of care that is expected of them.

The most common types of medical malpractice include:

  • Misdiagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional fails to diagnose a patient’s condition correctly.
  • Delayed diagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional does not diagnose a patient’s condition until it is too late.
  • Surgical errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.
  • Medication errors: These errors can include prescribing the wrong medication, prescribing the wrong dosage, or failing to monitor a patient for side effects.
  • Anesthesia errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.

The signs and symptoms of medical malpractice can vary depending on the type of malpractice that occurred. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Unexplained injuries: This could include injuries that occurred during surgery or injuries that were not properly treated.
  • Worsening condition: If a patient’s condition worsens after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.
  • Unexpected death: If a patient dies unexpectedly after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.

The treatment options for medical malpractice injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to correct injuries that were caused by medical malpractice.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of medical malpractice injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for medical malpractice if you have been injured due to the negligence of a healthcare professional. A medical malpractice 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 Melrose Park

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or risky conditions.

Burn Injuries

Giving adept legal assistance for people of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Clinical Misconduct

Offering dedicated legal assistance for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal support to clients affected by harmful products.

Elder Neglect

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

Stumble & Trip Mishaps

Adept in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking redress for their harm.

Newborn Wounds

Offering legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Car Crashes

Collisions: Focused on assisting victims of car accidents gain fair settlement for wounds and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on providing legal services for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing experienced legal advice for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for harms.

Construction Collisions

Engaged in representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Brain Traumas

Expert in extending dedicated legal assistance for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Skilled in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unjust Passing

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and experienced legal assistance to ensure redress.

Backbone Trauma

Committed to assisting clients with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal representation to secure justice.

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