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Birth injuries can be profoundly life-changing, impacting children and their families for years to come. When challenging circumstances like these arise, Carlson Bier positions itself as an indomitable ally in your pursuit of justice. Our firm stands out with seasoned attorneys who have a deep understanding and mastery of birth injury-related law nuances that are essential in articulating compelling case narrations. We specialize in untangling the intricacy often tied to obstetric malpractice claims, securing critical compensation for our clients during one of the most stressful periods of their lives. As tireless advocates operating under Illinois regulations, we build solid cases backed by meticulous scrutiny and rigorous statutory investigations while maintaining utmost professionalism and empathy towards affected families. With invaluable decades-long experience coupled with a history steeped in victoriously fought battles, choosing Carlson Bier is entrusting your fight to proven champions–inured against the vagaries of complex litigation processes while capitalizing on deft negotiation skills devised over generations upholding justice for aggrieved Portland families looking forward to brighter futures beyond devastating birth injuries.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Portland Illinois

Personal injury law firm, Carlson Bier, based in Illinois are nurturing local attorneys who specialize in Birth Injury cases. With a strong commitment to facilitating quality legal representation for victims of birth injuries and their families, our proficient team is dedicated to pursuing justice and securing the much-needed compensation that could help you cover extensive medical expenses.

Birth injuries can be as varied as they are devastating. There are multiple types of birth injuries we deal with at Carlson Bier; these include cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injuries (Erb’s Palsy), hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), perinatal asphyxia, intracranial hemorrhage or brain bleed among others. Equipped with extensive knowledge about these birth-related maladies plus an appreciation of the emotional trauma allied with such circumstances, we empathize fully with our clients’ plight.

Understanding how complex Birth Injury cases can become owing to medical jargon and intricacies involved; let us share some light on key elements;

• The cause – Many birth injuries result from complications during delivery that, if not managed competently by healthcare professionals may lead to unnecessary harm.

• Proving negligence – To have a valid claim it’s essential to prove negligence occurred during pregnancy/delivery leading directly/indirectly to the injury.

• Filing your case promptly – Most states including Illinois operate under the statute of limitations which limits period within which you can file your lawsuit post-injury or discovery thereof.

At Carlson Bier Law Firm we bring together expertise and empathy when dealing with your case because dealing with a Birth Injury leaves more than just physical scars on the infant but also emotional scar on parents/guardians. We provide counsel through every step ensuring transparency and clarity regarding proceedings whilst maintaining utmost professionalism.

As experienced personal injury attorneys specializing in birth injuries in Illinois, we’ve seen first-hand what families go through when facing this type of crisis caused due to negligence. It can be immensely overwhelming trying to juggle caring for an injured infant whilst battling insurance companies or medical institutions for fair compensation. You don’t have to face this alone; at Carlson Bier, we pledge our unwavering support from consultation right through trial when necessary.

We take pride in consistently pursuing justice relentlessly, securing decent settlements which puts you on course towards a smoother recovery period not encumbere by financial worries. Navigating the legal landscape may seem daunting but rest assured our expert attorneys at Carlson Bier break it all down allowing accessibility to quality legal representation no matter your level of understanding.

Birth Injuries are high-stakes, emotionally draining cases that require specific customized strategies tailored per individual circumstances of not only the claimant but their families too! We comprehend every child deserves a fighting chance at leading normal lives post-traumatic injury and we’re here to ensure they get as close as possible.

If you believe your child has suffered an unnecessary birth injury due to negligence or malpractice, time is essential don’t hesitate in seeking professional advice promptly. Carlson Bier Law Firm strives for advocacy borne out sincerity and integrity championing victims of personal injury including Birth Injury cases while maintaining forefront position within Illinois’ legal realm ensuring both existing potential clients feel secure having us handle their claims professionally without compromise on compassion.

Ultimately, whether familar with this terrain or pioneering through uncharted territories dealing with such lawsuits is less about winning despite being integral rather more about connecting individuals/families traumatized via assurance you are well represented by experienced compassionate professionals who put YOUR needs first!

That said we invite you to click on the button below now find out how much your case might be worth because afterall isn’t your peace of mind priceless! Remember No victory, no fee – That’s our guarantee – Call 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 Portland

Cycling Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Providing skilled legal support for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Physician Incompetence

Ensuring dedicated legal advice for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Liability

Handling cases involving unsafe products, extending professional legal guidance to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Malpractice

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip & Tumble Occurrences

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking redress for their losses.

Childbirth Traumas

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Incidents

Crashes: Devoted to aiding clients of car accidents get just payout for wounds and harm.

Motorbike Mishaps

Committed to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Big Rig Mishap

Providing expert legal support for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just claims for injuries.

Construction Site Crashes

Focused on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Neurological Harms

Specializing in delivering expert legal support for victims suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

Adept at addressing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Focused on legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Wrongful Passing

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and adept legal support to ensure compensation.

Backbone Damage

Expert in supporting victims with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal support to secure justice.

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