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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with an unimaginably complex scenario of a birth injury, the Carlson Bier law firm is your best advocate. Founded on trust and exceptional legal expertise, we serve families in Mitchell whose lives have been profoundly affected by these life-altering events. We are experienced Birth Injuries attorneys committed to holding negligent medical practitioners accountable and securing compensation that can help rebuild shattered futures. Our compelling record of wins reflects our tenacity in fighting for victims’ rights and our empathy towards their situations anchors our commitment to pursuing justice eagerly. Working tirelessly, we employ deep investigation tactics coupled with surgical precision in understanding medical standards-economic evaluations ensuring every angle is explored within your case’s perspective. What sets Carlson Bier apart from others? Our unwavering focus on birth injuries litigation has earned us far-reaching recognition as reliable attorneys who prioritize client needs above everything else during such troubling times prevailing over adversities paired with unmatched dedication forms the core of what makes us competent allies amidst uncertainty.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Mitchell Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to fighting for the rights of those who have been severely injured due to negligence. One area where this devotion becomes evidently essential is in cases involving Birth Injuries. This critical issue needs a high level of expertise and deep understanding of Illinois law, which our lawyers at Carlson Bier bring to the table with unrivaled passion and dedication.

Birth Injury can lead not only to immediate physical pain but also possible lifetime disability or emotional trauma that affect both the child and their family. Our firm represents clients facing a variety of birth injury-related circumstances, including:

• Cerebral Palsy: A condition involving motor problems and muscle coordination caused by oxygen deprivation during delivery.

• Erb’s Palsy: Typically caused by damage during childbirth, leading to paralysis on one side of the baby’s body.

• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): A brain dysfunction arising from a lack of sufficient oxygen supply before or during childbirth.

• Fractures or Bruising: Resulting from negligent handling or excessive force applied during delivery.

Each case has its unique complexities. At Carlson Bier, we affiliate with medical professionals to understand these intricacies comprehensively – an approach that reinforces our knowledge base and strengthens our advocacy efforts. We fight aggressively on behalf of families facing birth injuries, pursuing justice so you can focus on healing.

Filing a lawsuit, navigating through legal protocols might seem daunting at first glance. But it is critically important for victims to understand their legal rights under Illinois law relating to such cases.

Often overlooked key points include:

• The Statute Of Limitations: You must file your claim within eight years after the injury occurring day.

• Proving Negligence: You need compelling evidence depicting clear negligence on part of healthcare professionals resulting in the injury.

• Determining Damages: It’s vital to quantify physical damages, expenses associated with long-term care, and emotional anguish for claim resolution.

Having professional guidance through this complex process is pivotal. At Carlson Bier, our seasoned attorneys meticulously evaluate every aspect of your case to craft an effective legal strategy designed to secure the maximum compensation attainable under the law.

Navigating through medical jargon and rigorously collating evidence requires a tireless advocate who understands the minutiae of birth injury law – an advocate like we have at Carlson Bier. We proudly stand as beacons of hope for families living with the aftermath of a preventable birth injury, guiding them firmly towards justice.

Moreover, we strive to make sure that our clients do not feel overwhelmed by legal complexities or financial constraints. Our work is based upon contingency fees – meaning you do not owe us anything unless we secure a victory in your case. We aim to alleviate your stress so you can focus on what truly matters: the wellbeing and recovery of your family member.

You don’t have to navigate these troubled waters alone. The team at Carlson Bier stands ready to extend their expertise and steadfast help when confronting such daunting challenges. Every innocent life deserves committed defense and compassionate support because resiliency upheld with rightful justice paves the way for brighter tomorrows.

Furthermore, if you are contemplating whether or not pursuing a monetary claim would bring any substantial assistance in coping with distress resulting from a traumatic birth event- please take a moment below to click on “Find Value”. It’s one measly click that could potentially open avenues leading towards substantial relief accompanied by genuine consolation – A step forward into ensuring that transgressions against innocent lives find nothing but robust opposition!

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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 Mitchell

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Burn Wounds

Giving expert legal assistance for victims of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Physician Carelessness

Extending experienced legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Obligation

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, extending specialist legal services to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Neglect

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Stumble Occurrences

Adept in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking justice for their suffering.

Childbirth Traumas

Delivering legal guidance for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Car Mishaps

Incidents: Dedicated to assisting sufferers of car accidents gain just remuneration for wounds and harm.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal services for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Truck Crash

Ensuring professional legal support for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for harms.

Building Collisions

Committed to representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Head Harms

Specializing in delivering dedicated legal services for victims suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Damages

Proficient in handling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Expert in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unjust Demise

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and skilled legal assistance to ensure justice.

Spine Trauma

Committed to representing patients with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal support to secure compensation.

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