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About Carlson Bier Associates

When nursing home abuse involves a loved one, the emotional and legal toll can be overwhelming. In such instances, you need experts who are both compassionate and committed to your fight for justice – just like Carlson Bier; leading advocates against Nursing Home Abuse in Illinois. With extensive experience handling personal injury cases linked to elder care facilities across North Peoria City, their team is unparalleled in pursuit of accountability from those responsible for harm inflicted on the elderly under their charge. Their profound understanding of regulations surrounding this specialty makes them uniquely qualified to navigate this sensitive terrain with utmost precision. The multi-talented staff at Carlson Bier ensure meticulous research, personalized strategies and finding every possible recourse available by law while assisting families seeking swift resolution and closure with these heart-wrenching incidents. Truly, it’s not simply about giving victims a voice; it’s about ensuring they receive rightful restitution no matter how high emotions may run or complexities evolve during case proceedings. Trust Carlson Bier: where integrity meets advocacy in the realm of Nursing Home Abuse litigation.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in North Peoria Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we dedicate our practice to championing the rights of those who have been unjustly injured. Specializing in personal injury law, with a keen focus on cases related to Nursing Home Abuse, our firm bases its operations in the heart of Illinois. As you navigate this journey towards reclaiming your due reparations, understand that knowledge is power. So allow us to shed some light.

Nursing home abuse isn’t merely a disheartening occurrence; it’s an infringement of personal human rights. Numerous forms of misconduct fall under this category – including but not limited to physical abuse, emotional mistreatment, neglect and even financial exploitation.

Physical abuse refers to any intentional act causing injury or traumas such as broken bones or cuts by nursing home staff. Issues like unexplained bruises or sudden shifts in behavior may raise red flags revealing instances of physical maltreatment.

Emotional abuse often goes unseen but leaves deep wounds nonetheless. It includes behaviors such as threats, humiliation, constant criticism or social isolation imposed upon the residents.

Neglect comes into play when there are persistent failures to fulfill essential care requirements for residents – be it keeping them clean and comfortable or tending promptly to their medical needs.

Lastly, financial exploitation involves improper usage of a resident’s funds, property or assets without their full understanding and consent.

Our comprehensive approach at Carlson Bier doesn’t stop at just outlining these pernicious forms of abuse; we place paramount importance on showcasing measures you can undertake when suspecting that a loved one might be experiencing such atrocities:

1) Document everything: Be thorough in gathering evidence- photographs depicting injuries inflicted or direct withdrawal receipts from suspected financial exploitation can serve as potent proof.

2) Speak up: Report immediately to relevant authorities ensuring maximum safety shields for the victim and timely intervention.

3) Seek legal help: Consult experienced lawyers who will guide you through the labyrinthine corridors of litigation and fight tireless on your behalf till justice prevails.

At Carlson Bier, our proficient team of personal injury lawyers is well-versed in Illinois laws and regulations specific to nursing home abuse cases. We are committed to helping you achieve the compensation that rightly belongs to you or your loved ones – from payment for medical bills, to emotional distress damages, even punitive charges against the offending party where applicable.

With years of experience in tackling sensitive topics such as these with absolute care and respect towards those affected, we provide robust representation every step of the way. Our firm believes ardently in performing justice unflinchingly – by holding culprits accountable for their actions while actively working towards restoring peace and security into the lives of victims.

Navigating through such taxing times should not have you feeling alone or overwhelmed; our warm team at Carlson Bier assures a respectful environment mottled heavily with empathetic listening and solution-based advices. We invest ourselves personally into each case we handle, employing all available resources diligently till satisfactory resolution occurs.

We take pride in sustaining a legacy built upon trust earned and results delivered; Carlson Bier signifies integrity paralleled with legal proficiency that sees your daunting trials transcend into rewarding victories.

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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 North Peoria

Cycling Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Giving skilled legal assistance for patients of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Medical Negligence

Offering professional legal representation for clients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Responsibility

Addressing cases involving defective products, extending adept legal help to customers affected by harmful products.

Elder Malpractice

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

Fall & Fall Incidents

Professional in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking compensation for their losses.

Newborn Traumas

Providing legal aid for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Incidents: Dedicated to aiding victims of car accidents receive reasonable settlement for injuries and damages.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on providing legal support for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Trucking Mishap

Extending professional legal assistance for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for damages.

Building Site Incidents

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

Cerebral Damages

Focused on extending specialized legal support for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Injuries

Adept at addressing cases for people who have suffered harms from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Collisions

Focused on legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Undeserved Fatality

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and professional legal support to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Specializing in representing persons with paralysis, offering compassionate legal services to secure justice.

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