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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the pain and uncertainty of a birth injury, you need legal representation that understands; Carlson Bier is your definitive choice. Our extensive experience in Illinois, including Pontiac, allows us to advocate aggressively for families touched by these profound injuries. We handle each case with compassion and expertise, ensuring every family receives meticulous legal assistance. Birth-related medical negligence can profoundly affect a newborn’s life trajectory – something we at Carlson Bier never lose sight of during litigation. With our substantial experience navigating such complex lawsuits successfully, trust that we have sincere dedication towards achieving justice for these young victims. This isn’t just about winning cases; it’s about making positive changes in lives affected by negligent healthcare providers or systems failures in medical institutions dealing with childbirth procedures and policies. In an unfortunate event where birthing has gone awry due to neglect or incompetence on the caregiver’s part, rely on Carlson Bier – your reliable recourse within Pontiac related birth injury incidents.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Pontiac Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are seasoned personal injury attorneys who specialize in a wide array of legal areas, one of those being birth injuries. Birth injuries often occur close to or during the delivery process and are typically associated with some form of mismanagement or negligence by medical personnel. Consequences can range from temporary, manageable conditions to severe lifelong disabilities that demand extensive care and support.

One common type of birth injury is cerebral palsy, which frequently arises from brain damage suffered during childbirth. It inhibits motor control and coordination, potentially impairing an affected child’s speaking capabilities and physical mobility. Another frequently encountered classification includes nerve damage injuries like Erb’s Palsy or Klumpke’s Palsy caused due to the excessive force applied while delivering the newborn. Additional forms encompass bone fractures and cephalohematoma- a condition manifesting as bleeding beneath neonate cranial bones.

Such instances encapsulate only part of our practice’s breadth at Carlson Bier. We diligently work towards assisting you in navigating this sensitive matter which goes beyond mere litigative representations; it requires understanding your emotional journey too while parsing through complex medical jargon and evidentiary requirements.

• Expert knowledge: Our team remains up-to-date on developments in medicine, allowing us to interpret complex terminologies effectively.

• Comprehensive evaluation: Through meticulous research, we extensively analyze every relevant aspect before proposing a course of action.

• Careful handling: Each case necessitates delicate attention since it involves heightened sensitivity – something our skilled law practitioners are adept at providing.

• Legal guidance: We distil convoluted laws into understandable insights equipping clients with sufficient knowledge needed for making informed decisions about their cases.

Having served Illinois residents for numerous years with dedication and professionalism has equipped us well to handle your unique situation competently irrespective of its intricacies.

How do I know if my child’s birth injury was due to negligent care? What kind of compensation am I entitled to? Meeting us for a detailed discussion can potentially answer these questions and more. Remember, not every injury is a resultant of medical negligence; many scenarios are understandable complications of childbirth. However, where negligence is evident and proven, significant legal redress may be possible.

Repercussions from birth injuries constitute potential emotional distress, ongoing medical costs (including rehabilitative therapies), the need for special education accommodations among others. At Carlson Bier, we believe in securing compensation encompassing all this while bearing the perspective that every case represents a unique situation with distinctive outcomes- it’s never just about money.

As experienced representation providers regarding birth injuries across Illinois (but please note that our physical premises does not extend to Pontiac), we know how pivotal it becomes to have an attorney who knows your story’s weight: what you have endured, what challenges lie ahead and importantly how justice must be served. Allowing us at Carlson Bier to champion your cause assures sophisticated representation driven by extensive knowledge, comprehensive strategies and empathy that goes hand-in-hand with professionalism.

You’ve read through this page and understood our commitment to providing value through our expertise in handling birth injuries cases. The journey starts from here – are you ready? Please click on the button below for a personalized evaluation of your potential claim because understanding what your case could potentially yield forms part of any proper strategy built towards successful legal advocacy. Let Carlson Bier help illuminate your path forward 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 Pontiac

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Injuries

Providing skilled legal assistance for patients of serious burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Physician Malpractice

Providing professional legal advice for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Liability

Managing cases involving problematic products, offering expert legal help to individuals affected by defective items.

Geriatric Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Tumble Occurrences

Skilled in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking compensation for their damages.

Infant Harms

Providing legal support for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Accidents: Concentrated on guiding clients of car accidents get appropriate compensation for hurts and harm.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Big Rig Collision

Delivering experienced legal representation for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for damages.

Worksite Incidents

Dedicated to assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Brain Harms

Specializing in offering specialized legal advice for persons suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at dealing with cases for clients who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Expert in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unjust Loss

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and skilled legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Injury

Specializing in representing persons with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal representation to secure recovery.

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