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In a world where our dear elderly loved ones are sometimes subjected to indignities they don’t deserve, Carlson Bier stands as your unwavering advocate against nursing home abuse in Mount Sterling, Illinois. Our commitment transcends mere representation – it is driven by a deep-seated desire to uphold the rights and dignity of every victim we serve. We specialise exclusively in personal injury law with significant emphasis on nursing home abuse cases thus offering unrivalled expertise and experience. At Carlson Bier, we champion justice through diligent investigation coupled with cross-disciplinary know-how resulting in an unrivaled approach for handling complex cases effectively and comprehensively. Our team works tirelessly examining all angles of the case which enhances our ability to build strong arguments meticulously tailored around each individual circumstance bringing about optimal outcomes for victims of Nursing Home Abuse.

Choose us as your trusted legal partner standing up against this abhorrent form of injustice not because we claim superiority but simply because results matter – at Carlson Bier – Justice IS served!

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Mount Sterling Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our dedication and commitment is to provide outstanding legal representation for victims of nursing home abuse. As Illinois-based personal injury lawyers, we understand the gravity and emotional complexity surrounding these unfortunate cases. Nursing home abuse isn’t simply a violation of trust; it’s a failing on the part of those who promised to safeguard the well-being of your loved ones in their twilight years.

Nursing home abuse encompasses various forms which not everyone may be aware of. Our aim at Carlson Bier is to shed light on this grave matter. Physical mistreatment, often characterized by unexplained injuries or falls resulting from neglect, marks just one aspect of abuse. Emotional and verbal harassment can prove equally damaging, triggering depression or fearfulness in residents.

Further still are issues related sexual misconduct, exploitation, and financial manipulation where caregivers swindle money or property from unsuspecting seniors under their care. Neglect is another prevalent problem within nursing homes that leads to harmful consequences: poor hygiene conditions; inadequate delivery of food, water or medication; absence of required medical treatments— all indicators hinting at a gross disregard for resident welfare.

The signs are crucial indications but may sometimes go overlooked:

– Unanticipated weight loss due to malnutrition

– Signs of physical harm such as bruises

– Visibly soiled clothing or bedding

– Transparent discomfort around specific caregivers

Vigilance from family members and friends regularly visiting can play an influential role in detecting these signals early.

Why choose Carlson Bier? We’ve built our reputation banking upon decades of cumulative experience fighting for abused seniors’ rights across Illinois. We’re committed not only in diagnosing violations but also bringing abusers to justice while recompensing victims suitably for their distress. Our expertise enables us to thoroughly decipher complicated regulations governing nursing homes – ensuring accountability wherever laxity arises.

We stand up against powerful defendants and insurance companies attempting to minimize compensation amounts due to their clients’ complaints about nursing home abuse. Our litigation strategy is anchored in meticulous examination, relentless negotiations and if necessary invoking the ultimate arbiter of justice, a jury trial.

Every abused senior deserves justice— it’s their fundamental human right. That’s not just our belief but also the spirit driving every case we undertake at Carlson Bier. As your counsel, our unwavering focus remains on pursuing all potential avenues for achieving maximum compensation possible under Illinois law. This stance ensures that no stone is left unturned which can mean swift closure for abused seniors yearning to regain lost peace.

Feel you suspect an act of nursing home abuse? We’re here for you – contact us immediately. Taking prompt action with supportive legal guidance can dramatically influence recovery outcomes both medically and financially while holding accountable those who dared exploit society’s most vulnerable members.

While we cannot reverse the traumatic events leading up to this instance, together we can instigate substantial change fortifying victim protection against similar instances in future— conveying an emphatic message to every perpetrator out there: Abuse has no place within our care institutions.

Click on the “Find Out What Your Case is Worth” button below to initiate a thorough review by one of our skilled attorneys at Carlson Bier. We are prepared to dedicate all necessary resources – from research to representation – ensuring your journey towards justice sets off on strong footing from day one.

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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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Nursing Home | Elder Abuse FAQ​

The signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse or neglect can vary depending on the type of abuse or neglect that is occurring. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical abuse: This could include bruises, cuts, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Emotional abuse: This could include verbal abuse, intimidation, and isolation.
  • Sexual abuse: This could include sexual touching, intercourse, and other sexual acts.
  • Neglect: This could include malnutrition, dehydration, and poor hygiene.

If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home, you should:

  • Report your suspicions to the nursing home administrator.
  • Contact the local ombudsman, who is an advocate for nursing home residents.
  • File a complaint with the state’s department of health or human services.
  • Contact a nursing home abuse lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a family member of a nursing home abuse or neglect victim, you have the right to:

  • Visit your loved one at any time.
  • Have access to your loved one’s medical records.
  • Be informed of your loved one’s care plan and treatment.
  • File a complaint against the nursing home if you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for nursing home abuse or neglect if your loved one has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of the nursing home. A nursing home abuse 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

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Specializing in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Extending specialist legal services for people of serious burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Clinical Negligence

Offering professional legal assistance for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Responsibility

Addressing cases involving faulty products, extending specialist legal help to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Misconduct

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

Fall and Slip Occurrences

Skilled in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking restitution for their losses.

Newborn Wounds

Offering legal aid for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Mishaps: Committed to helping sufferers of car accidents gain reasonable compensation for damages and damages.

Motorbike Incidents

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

Truck Accident

Offering adept legal services for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for losses.

Construction Site Collisions

Concentrated on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Brain Traumas

Focused on delivering expert legal representation for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Demise

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and professional legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Impairment

Dedicated to assisting clients with paralysis, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure compensation.

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