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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to tackling medical malpractice cases in Mount Sterling, the law firm Carlson Bier stands out as an exceptional choice. Renowned for their superior competence and extensive experience in this specific field of law, every attorney at Carlson Bier works diligently to advocate for individuals injured due to medical negligence. Your health and well-being are paramount – if they have been violated by a trusted medical professional’s offense, it is only right that you are compensated justly. The proficient lawyers from Carlson Bier firmly believe in representing your case with utmost rigor and dedication. Be assured that they will utilize their knowledge about Illinois’s complex malpractice regulations on your behalf while fighting for justice against any negligent healthcare providers. Your journey towards restitution doesn’t need to be alone; choose a legal ally who values your rights as much as you do – select the par excellence representation offered by Carlson Bier when addressing crucial matters like Medical Malpractice lawsuits.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Mount Sterling Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to providing exceptional legal counsel for individuals who have been victims of medical malpractice. Medical malpractice cases encompass an intricate field of law that includes mishaps and negligence by healthcare practitioners owing to misdiagnosis, surgical errors, incorrect medication dispensation, and birth injuries among other conditions. The implications of these events can be life-altering, causing distress both physically and emotionally while posing severe financial burdens.

Navigating through the complexities surrounding medical malpractice claims necessitates a profound understanding of Illinois law along with analytic acumen; skills that our highly trained attorneys possess in abundance. We believe each case is unique and deserves personalized attention. Our team meticulously investigates every case detail to identify all responsible parties —which could include not just individual doctors but also hospitals, clinics or nursing homes— to ensure due recompense for losses suffered.

In discerning whether you might have grounds for a lawsuit in regards to medical malpractice incidents occurring in Illinois, certain key components must typically exist:

• Proof of the Doctor-Patient Relationship: It has to be shown that there was a professional relationship between the doctor being sued and the patient.

• Substandard Care: Assurances need to be made regarding the failure of healthcare providers to meet accepted standards of care resulting in harm.

• Negligent Injury Contribution: Representation should show how the provider’s negligence contributed directly towards injury occurrence or worsened existing conditions.

• Harm/Damages Evidencing Physical/Financial Impact: Harm done ought to result in physical pain/damage or financial hardships such as escalated medical bills or lost earning capacity.

Our firm believes bearing this burden alone without appropriate legal guidance could subject you further more hardship which you don’t deserve. That’s why Carlson Bier offers compassionate yet aggressive representation aimed at safeguarding your rights while pursuing justice on your behalf. In addition, we offer ‘No Fee Until We Win’ services because our primary concern is easing the stress and trauma you’re facing.

Medical malpractice settlements in Illinois aren’t capped, meaning that the amount of compensation you could receive can be substantial depending on your unique circumstances. It’s why our team dedicates its resources and expertise towards building a strong case for fair monetary recovery addressing areas such as medical bills (both past and anticipated), lost wages, personal pain or suffering, loss of consortium and punitive damages targeted at deterring reckless behavior by healthcare providers.

Trusting us with your case means securing an ardent legal champion who will fight to ensure doctors or hospitals answerable for their actions don’t escape accountability. Let Carlson Bier shoulder the legal burden while offering you peace of mind knowing that we are dedicated to seeking justice on your behalf.

Our lawyers recognize each claim is accompanied by a painful personal story; we respect this by handling every case attentively with compassion, integrity, and determination to secure desired outcomes. Remember – time is crucial when dealing with legal matters; delayed action could decimate an otherwise strong case due to statutory timelines for bringing medical malpractice claims.

For those uncertain about whether their situation constitutes potential medical malpractice or wondering if they have sufficient grounds upon which to base a lawsuit, click the button below. We offer a free evaluation service where our esteemed lawyers can assess your situation at no cost to provide guidance regarding possible future steps. Don’t leave money on the table — discover now how much your case might be worth with just one click! Make booking an appointment today your top priority.

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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 Mount Sterling

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or perilous conditions.

Flame Damages

Providing expert legal advice for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Medical Negligence

Offering dedicated legal services for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Accountability

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal assistance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Fall Injuries

Skilled in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking restitution for their harm.

Newborn Injuries

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Accidents

Collisions: Concentrated on guiding victims of car accidents gain reasonable settlement for damages and harm.

Motorcycle Crashes

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

18-Wheeler Accident

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for harms.

Worksite Accidents

Engaged in defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cognitive Injuries

Focused on ensuring compassionate legal assistance for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in addressing cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog bites or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

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

Undeserved Demise

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal representation to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Harm

Committed to advocating for victims with spine impairments, offering specialized legal support to secure redress.

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