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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the impact of medical malpractice, you need a trusted and experienced attorney to fight for your compensation. Carlson Bier — Illinois’ premier personal injury law firm — stands as an unwavering advocate in seeking justice for victims of medical negligence. With our team’s deep knowledge of complex medico-legal matters, we navigate through intricate laws with utmost precision to uphold your rights. We believe every patient deserves quality care; when this commitment is breached, Carlson Bier relentlessly pursues rightful reparation for affected lives. Proudly serving patients across various cities including Metropolis; Our exceptional skillset has resulted in securing significant settlements & verdicts over time, reinforcing our position as top contenders within the legal community in Personal Injury Law arena. Don’t let geography deter you from obtaining first-class representation that your case needs – Trust us at Carlson Bier where distance doesn’t compromise on diligence or expertise because protecting you is our priority.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Metropolis Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that dealing with the aftermath of a medical mishap can be confusing and stressful. Our Illinois based team of experienced personal injury attorneys is here to navigate these often complex waters and bring you clarity, ease, and most importantly justice. Choosing us as your partners means putting your trust in legal experts who specialize in the field of Medical Malpractice with an unwavering commitment to fight for what’s rightfully yours.

Medical malpractice is characterized by cases where health care professionals have negligently caused harm or injury to their patients. This may transpire through various forms such as misdiagnosis, incorrect treatment, surgical errors, medication mistakes or failing to inform the patient about potential risks.

• Misdiagnosis: When a healthcare professional fails to identify a condition correctly or does not diagnose it altogether.

• Incorrect Treatment: Doctors have standard procedures they must follow when treating specific diseases; failure suggests negligence.

• Surgical Mistakes: These are blunders that occur during operations like leaving surgical equipment inside a patient’s body.

• Medication Mistakes: Administering either incorrect medication dosage or entirely wrong medicines could lead to severe complications.

• Informed Consent: Medical practitioners must disclose all necessary Information about a procedure’s risks before treatment; failure can result in legal consequences.

As experts in this realm, our strategic approach combines extensive knowledge of Illinois law with critical negotiation skills required when dealing with hospitals and insurance companies. We aim to secure the maximum compensation possible for victims subjected to medical malpractice incidents.

Our firm takes pride in providing personalized client attention so we can thoroughly comprehend each unique situation – its intricacies and implications – thereby strategizing effective prosecution techniques tailored specifically for your case. Carlson Bier allocates resources into conducting rigorous investigations followed by detailed preparation founded on concrete evidence with one goal; ensuring culpable parties account for their negligence resulting in reparations beneficial to our clients.

For victims facing medical malpractice situations, swift action is vital. Illinois law stipulates a statute of limitations, restricting the period within which you can file a lawsuit following such an incident – typically two years from when the victim ought to have realized they were harmed. The Carlson Bier team recommends that victims contact an attorney with immediacy post an unfortunate incident.

Our firm’s distinct approach to pursuing justice for victims has cemented our reputation and success across the state of Illinois, securing multi-million dollar settlements for our clients. Carefully selecting battles worth fighting and deploying robust lawful tactics yields favorable results consistently on behalf of those we serve; hence epitomizing our core principle – Advocating relentlessly for your rights!

Remember, grappling with medical professionals or even insurance companies alone may seem overwhelming – but you are not alone in this journey! We stand steadfast alongside you every step of the way advocating on your behalf ensuring peaceful recovery while we diligently tackle all legal aspects associated with your situation.

So if you or someone close to you has ever fallen victim to inadequate health care leading to emotional, physical or financial wreckages; reaching out without hesitation might be one of your wisest decisions yet. So don’t wait another moment weighed down by uncertainty and stress over past grievances.

There’s no need to guess about how much compensation could be due to you under an array of circumstances dictated by Medical Malpractice law in Illinois. Take advantage of the free case evaluation feature below that offers insight into what potential settlement figures look like based on precedent cases resembling yours.

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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 Metropolis

Cycling Incidents

Proficient in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Burn Wounds

Supplying professional legal support for people of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Hospital Negligence

Ensuring specialist legal representation for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Liability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, supplying adept legal help to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Neglect

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Stumble Incidents

Adept in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking restitution for their losses.

Childbirth Injuries

Offering legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Incidents: Devoted to aiding individuals of car accidents receive equitable payout for wounds and damages.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Committed to providing legal services for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Mishap

Extending specialist legal assistance for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for injuries.

Construction Site Crashes

Concentrated on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cognitive Impairments

Expert in offering professional legal advice for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at addressing cases for persons who have suffered damages from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unfair Fatality

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and experienced legal services to ensure restitution.

Spine Impairment

Dedicated to assisting patients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal support to secure justice.

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