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When tragedy strikes in the form of birth injuries, trust Carlson Bier to safeguard your interests. With a renowned reputation across Illinois in representing families affected by such tragedies, we hold a keen understanding of the intricacies associated with birth injury cases and fight vehemently for justice. We understand how devastating it can be when you entrust the health of your newborn to professionals, only for negligence or malpractice result in damage. That’s why our team is dedicated to ensuring that responsible parties are held accountable while tirelessly pursuing compensation due for medical expenses and emotional pain. Through every stage of legal proceedings, Carlson Bier remains steadfastly committed to your cause ensuring meticulous attention is given until outcome satisfaction is rendered. Our expertise spans an extensive range from issues resulting from oxygen deprivation during delivery to cerebral palsy stemming from incorrect usage of birthing instruments. So if you’re seeking genuine advocacy following a heartbreaking birth injury event; remember one name – Carlson Bier – ‘Your voice amidst adversity’. Working assiduously towards making this ordeal less strenuous on affected parents and impacted lives across Illinois.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Murphysboro Illinois

At the Carlson Bier law firm, we understand just how harrowing birth injuries can be—dealing with emotional trauma while grappling with medical jargon and legal complexities. As personal injury attorneys specializing in birth injuries, based right here in Illinois, our aim is to dispel the confusion and empower you with vital information that could make a world of difference to your case.

Birth injuries are unfortunate incidents that affect infants during childbirth. These vary from mild issues that resolve themselves within weeks to severe conditions which may need lifelong treatment or lead to permanent disability. Three key types of birth injuries you should know about include:

• Brachial Plexus Injuries: These often occur due to excessive pressure on an infant’s neck during delivery, leading to nerve damage which affects arm movement.

• Cerebral Palsy: Often resulting from oxygen deprivation during delivery, this condition impacts muscle coordination and mobility.

• Perinatal Asphyxia: Lack of oxygen could also lead to perinatal asphyxia causing temporary or long-term complications, such as organ malfunctions or brain damage.

Understanding potential causes behind these conditions is just as critical. Complications arising from maternal health issues (like diabetes or preeclampsia), obstetric violence (aggressive handling during delivery), misuse of forceps/vacuum extractors, delayed cesarean section or lack of adequate fetal monitoring—all contribute towards frequent onset of birth injuries.

Of course, discerning whether there has been negligence involved isn’t straightforward for everyone—not every unfortunate incident falls under ‘medical negligence.’ That’s where we come into play. At Carlson Bier, our team steeped in experience provides skilled analysis- discerning genuine cases for compensation against simple tragic occurrences with no one at fault.

Recognize your rights too—it’s crucial. Every state has specific laws concerning duration within which you must file a claim—a time period termed ‘statute of limitations’. In Illinois, the law sets it at eight years from when the injury took place. Barring this—with proof of negligence and a medical professional-patient relationship—you’ve every right to file for compensation.

Navigating these legalities can be a formidable task, fraught with unfamiliar terminology and elaborate documentation; an overwhelming experience on top of dealing with birth injuries. This is why hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer like those at Carlson Bier becomes imperative. Not only do we assist you throughout—explaining every step patiently to ensure you understand—we responsibly tackle your case while bearing in mind its unique intricacies.

Choosing us as your trusted representative means assurance that we will:

• Examine all available medical records minutely.

• Work with medical experts to analyze your case extensively.

• Develop a solid strategy backed by factual evidence.

• Estimate potential compensation accurately based upon severity of injury, cost of future treatment and emotional distress caused.

Remember, at Carlson Bier, our commitment transcends mere legal representation—we empathize deeply with what you’re going through. As personal injury attorneys dealing exclusively in cases like yours’, we know the magnitude of change birth injuries induce within families—the dreams interrupted, lives permanently altered.

We are cognizant therefore not just about winning cases but also facilitating healing where possible—through ensuring truthful communication or arranging necessary resources. So let’s work together towards securing justice for your family while alleviating some burdens along the way.

Reach out now without delay! Just beneath this lies a button—”Find Out How Much Your Case Is Worth.” Clicking it takes merely moments yet has potential to transform lives by paving path towards rightful compensation due you! Remember, no decision is too small when it involves well-being of those you love dearly—and there’s no better time than now for seeking justice collectively!. You have already taken the vital first step reading this far– take one more…contact us today!

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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 Murphysboro

Cycling Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Supplying specialist legal help for victims of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Medical Misconduct

Offering specialist legal advice for clients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Responsibility

Managing cases involving dangerous products, providing specialist legal guidance to clients affected by defective items.

Senior Abuse

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall & Tumble Incidents

Specialist in handling trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking recovery for their damages.

Infant Traumas

Delivering legal aid for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Incidents: Committed to assisting patients of car accidents get fair payout for wounds and harm.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Expert in providing legal support for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Truck Accident

Extending specialist legal advice for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for losses.

Worksite Accidents

Engaged in assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Brain Impairments

Focused on ensuring compassionate legal services for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Injuries

Adept at handling cases for clients who have suffered harms from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Expert in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unfair Passing

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Vertebral Impairment

Committed to representing victims with paralysis, offering dedicated legal support to secure justice.

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