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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the realm of medical malpractice, your choice of legal representation matters profoundly. Carlson Bier emerges as a leading candidate for those seeking proficient and diligent advocacy in Palos Hills. Focusing solely on personal injury law, they have parlayed their extensive knowledge into favorable outcomes for countless clients facing adversities related to Medical Malpractice cases—be it a misdiagnosis, surgical error or negligence. As highly-regarded attorneys based in Illinois, they bring unmatched expertise combined with robust client-centered strategies that best serve your interests throughout each stage of litigation process. Their numerous victories bear witness to the quality guidance and relentless pursuit they offer when it comes to achieving justice for those wronged by faulty medical practices under Illinois State law jurisdiction compliance . In times when professional competence can make all the difference between winning fair compensation from medical practitioners and enduring prolonged suffering due to unacceptable errors- choosing Carlson Bier is synonymous with investing in success amidst challenging circumstances surrounding Medical Malpractice situations.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Palos Hills Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to protecting the rights of those affected by medical malpractice. Grounded in expert knowledge and extensive experience, our Illinois based attorneys specialize in personal injury law, striving tirelessly to advocate for our clients. We understand how devastating medical errors can be – both physically and emotionally – and aim to ease your agony through steadfast legal representation.

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s negligence or omission leads to patient injury or death. This includes instances where doctors deviate from established care standards, make diagnostic errors, perform unnecessary procedures or fail to monitor the patient adequately. Medical malpractice has serious implications for victims as well as their families; it’s not just about physical suffering but also financial loss due to unanticipated medical expenses and potential income losses.

Key considerations under medical malpractice include:

– Evidence of a doctor-patient relationship: The plaintiff must demonstrate that they had hired the doctor, and he/she agreed to provide treatment.

– Breach of standard care duties: The plaintiff needs to show that the health practitioner’s actions did not align with what other competent doctors would do under similar situations.

– An inflicted injury caused by negligence: It’s necessary for the victim to prove that their injuries were directly linked with the physician’s negligent behavior.

– Quantifiable harm due to these injuries: The harm suffered should lead towards specific damages like pain & suffering, mental anguish, additional medical costs or lost wages

Understanding these intricate factors underscores why you need a seasoned team like Carlson Bier on your side while handling such claims. With dedicated analysis and meticulous planning, we work diligently in holding at-fault parties accountable – aiming for maximum possible compensation.

Seeking legal assistance might feel daunting amidst dealing with clinicians’ mistakes adversely impacting your life. However, an unprecedented level of dedication fuels our process at Carlson Bier – one that starts with thoroughly understanding your case followed by crafting tailored strategies per diverse client situations. Every step reflects our continuous prioritization of client rights and personalized legal assistance.

At Carlson Bier, we also understand that every case has its own set of considerations. What holds true for one may not necessarily apply to the other. Therefore, your interaction with us is never generic! We pride ourselves on effective communication with a human touch – ready to guide you through complicated medical malpractice claims and help navigate potential roadblocks.

We provide free consultation services – ensuring transparent policies at all steps. Regardless if you’re taking initial steps in legal proceedings or stuck somewhere amidst the onslaught of paperwork – trust us to provide comprehensive guidance.

As advocates who’ve built a strong reputation over years, we assure you that our expertise extends beyond handling claim processes. It’s about providing reliable counsel during a challenging phase of life where justice seems elusive. It’s about using the law to attain maximum benefits so our clients could focus more on recovering than struggling with lawsuits.

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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 Palos Hills

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Specializing in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Scald Traumas

Providing specialist legal services for victims of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Healthcare Incompetence

Providing experienced legal representation for persons affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Liability

Addressing cases involving faulty products, extending skilled legal guidance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Mistreatment

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Stumble Occurrences

Expert in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking recovery for their harm.

Childbirth Traumas

Delivering legal help for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Mishaps

Crashes: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents gain fair settlement for injuries and damages.

Scooter Accidents

Specializing in providing legal support for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Big Rig Collision

Providing expert legal services for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for harms.

Construction Collisions

Concentrated on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Specializing in ensuring specialized legal assistance for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Specialized in tackling cases for clients who have suffered harms from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

Committed to legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Passing

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal services to ensure fairness.

Backbone Trauma

Dedicated to assisting clients with paralysis, offering compassionate legal representation to secure compensation.

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