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When dealing with the grievous reality of birth injuries, you deserve representation that is unequivocally committed and comprehensively experienced. Choose Carlson Bier; individuals throughout Plainfield have benefited from our adept legal guidance in such sensitive cases. Our dedicated team specializes in Birth Injuries law, effectively championing for justice on behalf of victims and their families. Every attorney at Carlson Bier works meticulously to unfold the truths surrounding your case and secure maximum compensation for your hardships associated with medical negligence or malpractice during childbirth. We stand unrivaled when it comes to understanding Illinois’s intricate laws concerning birth injuries; this knowledge directly benefits each case we undertake, significantly elevating success probability even within complex scenarios. Trust us to maneuver these often challenging legal paths while you focus on healing. At Carlson Bier, compassion meets expertise as your pursuit of rightful compensation remains top priority without question – because every life deserves a chance at wellbeing from its first breath onward.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Plainfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves in our deep understanding and extensive knowledge in prosecuting cases involving birth injuries. Holding over decades of experience in this specialized field enables us to defend and protect the rights of parents whose newborn children have suffered due to medical malpractice.

Childbirth is an event that both mother and baby should go through without unnecessary harm or distress. Unfortunately, incidents of birth injuries occur which can be overwhelmingly devastating for any family involved. Birth injury cases involve a variety of circumstances ranging from minor injuries such as skin irritations to severe issues like cerebral palsy and Erb’s palsy.

• Cerebral Palsy: Is a disorder caused by damage to the brain during childbirth due to lack of oxygen supply which affects one’s coordination, balance, posture, and movement.

• Erb’s Palsy: Often a result of negligence on part of health care professionals during delivery where direct damage to nerves results in paralysis or lack of feeling in the arm or hand.

Apart from these instances, other forms include traumatic births following unnecessary force during delivery resulting either bruising, fractures or facial paralysis may also be accountable for legal compensation under Illinois Law.

Understandably for families undergoing such trauma scrutiny often poses some difficult questions. How do you recognise if your child has been subjected to such actions? What factors illustrate medical negligence? When it comes down to it – comprehension about these terms may seem daunting but getting easy-to-understand facts right is pivotal before undertaking any legal action.

This very task takes precedence at Carlson Bier where guiding distressed clients constitutes an elemental aspect of our exceptional services.

Remember:

In Illinois law, being able to medically prove that your Doctor acted negligently is crucial upon filing lawsuits related with birth injury claims.

Most importantly:

To rightfully hold Medical Professionals accountable for their negligent acts; strong substantial case evidence supporting ‘Standard Care Violation’ comprehensively must be demonstrated via expert testimonies proving actionable misconducts justifying applicability of legal compensations.

Accurately identifying birth injuries marks the first step towards swift action, and at Carlson Bier we make it our priority in assisting families to do just that. We strive hard in providing them with quality services they righteously deserve – guiding their path every step towards seeking rightful justice, paving way for a safer future child births.

To further comprehend how you can benefit from our specialized services, please click on the button below to find out exactly how much your case is worth. Remember that here at Carlson Bier your cause isn’t just another case but an opportunity for us to ensure a better tomorrow for newborn lives .

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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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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 Plainfield

Bicycle Crashes

Proficient in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Providing professional legal advice for people of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Healthcare Misconduct

Ensuring dedicated legal support for persons affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Accountability

Addressing cases involving defective products, providing professional legal support to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Neglect

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Tumble Accidents

Expert in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking redress for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

Delivering legal aid for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Collisions: Dedicated to helping individuals of car accidents receive equitable compensation for injuries and damages.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on providing legal support for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Trucking Accident

Extending professional legal advice for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for harms.

Worksite Mishaps

Focused on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Harms

Committed to providing dedicated legal representation for patients suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Traumas

Proficient in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Dedicated to legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Passing

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal services to ensure justice.

Vertebral Damage

Committed to advocating for patients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal services to secure redress.

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