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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with medical malpractice issues, the representation of knowledgeable and seasoned attorneys is crucial. With established prowess in these cases, Carlson Bier Associates stands unrivaled for its exceptional service delivery. This Illinois-based law firm has solidified a standout reputation through comprehensive understanding of the legal terrain surrounding medical negligence. By leveraging innovative strategies to fortify case proceedings, each attorney at Carlson Bier adopts a meticulously crafted approach unique to your claims—ensuring optimum results always feel within reach. They are known for their intelligence, vigor and unwavering advocacy that consistently bolster confidence regardless of a lawsuit’s complexity. Beyond litigation expertise, they firmly believe in creating powerful connections with every client based on trust and mutual respect—a distinctive attribute you will appreciate throughout your journey towards justice.

Choose from Oak Lawn’s preferred personal injury lawyer firm—the indispensable choice among those seeking compensation after devastating losses due to healthcare professionalism shortcomings or misconducts—choose Carlson Bier excellence today!

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Oak Lawn Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the colossal ramifications of medical malpractice. It’s a grave issue that can severely impact your health and life quality, resulting in persistent physical pain, mental anguish or even cause you to incur considerable costs for ongoing treatment. As a leading Illinois personal injury law firm, we have dedicated our practice to representing those infringed by such professional negligence.

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to provide standard care causing harm or injury to a patient. Such mishaps aren’t infrequent but actually alarmingly common – from incorrect prescriptions and surgical errors to omissions in diagnosis or treatment plans. Unfortunately, though these cases are not rare, proving liability isn’t always straightforward. Demonstrating medical negligence requires an intricate understanding of both law and medicine.

• Mishandling Medical Procedures: From surgeries to routine examinations, any procedure involves some risk factors; however, poor results due concern over inadequate planning or lackluster professional skills.

• Failure To Diagnose Or Misdiagnosis: A delayed or wrong diagnosis could mean unnecessary treatments or worsened symptoms for patients under dire conditions.

• Negligent Care Post-Surgery: If post-operative instructions offered are vague or insufficient follow-ups occur significantly contributing towards complications – this too claims as negligent care.

At Carlson Bier, our proficient team leverages their vast experience navigating through complex medical terms and legal jargons whilst ensuring transparency at all levels of communication with you – thereby making sure that comprehension is never a hurdle when it comes down what matters most- Your case!

We work tirelessly devoting our resources and skills towards meticulously scrutinizing every detail relevant to your case gathering concrete evidence against negligent parties involved in your ailment. Simultaneously, providing clear counsel on your rights and devising prevailing strategies while we fight tenaciously protecting your interests remains central for us.

Success in a medical malpractice suit represents more than just compensation; it stands for justice. It aims to deter similar indiscretions in the future while delivering some peace of mind for victims, affirming that their sufferings were not in vain and hope that such negligence does not befall another unsuspecting patient.

Regrettably, medical malpractice remains an all-too-common phenomenon even with today’s advancements – therefore, the importance of awareness cannot be overstressed. Prioritizing your health also demands understanding when negligent care has occurred against a written standard making you informed and aware during healthcare interactions.

Remember – it is neither selfish nor greedy to seek justice; it’s your right to demand accountability and expect responsible conduct from healthcare professionals trusted with lives at stake every day. At Carlson Bier, we remain unyieldingly committed to ensuring this level playing field irrespective of their position or influence they might wield.

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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 Oak Lawn

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Wounds

Supplying skilled legal advice for people of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Medical Malpractice

Delivering expert legal assistance for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Responsibility

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal services to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Misconduct

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

Tumble and Trip Incidents

Professional in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking restitution for their suffering.

Neonatal Damages

Offering legal support for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Crashes: Committed to helping individuals of car accidents get fair remuneration for damages and destruction.

Bike Collisions

Dedicated to providing representation for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Incident

Offering experienced legal representation for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for damages.

Construction Mishaps

Dedicated to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Head Injuries

Specializing in extending expert legal support for clients suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Injuries

Expertise in tackling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal services to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Committed to defending persons with spine impairments, offering professional legal assistance to secure compensation.

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