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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, our proficiency in medical malpractice law stands unsurpassed. Our reputable attorneys understand the trauma and uncertainty you face when a trusted healthcare provider’s negligence inflicts unexpected harm. To navigate these complex legal waters of Princeville efficiently requires expertise and commitment—two qualities that define us at Carlson Bier. Considering the intricacies involved, litigating such cases warrants exceptional knowledge of both health care standards and personal injury law; fortunately, we are armed with these requisites to advocate fiercely on your behalf. Our history resonates with numerous success stories for plaintiffs who were victims of regrettable medical oversights in Princeville. Why choose us? Besides our remarkable competence in comprehensive case analysis—equally coupled by flawless presentation skills—we have maintained an honest practice over years that prioritizes client welfare above all else. As your true partner seeking justice, every step taken by Carlson Bier is one towards delivering rightful closure to impacted lives caused by medical malpractices.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Princeville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with a particular focus on medical malpractice cases, serving the great state of Illinois. Medical Malpractice constitutes an unfortunate yet crucial sector of our legal system. It arises when a health care provider departs from established standards in the profession, leading to patient harm or injury. Unfortunately, this departure is more common than most might think and having knowledgeable representation is essential.

Understanding medical malpractice can often be complex; hence it’s necessary to break things down into manageable parts:

• The establishment of a doctor-patient relationship: This necessitates proof that you hired the doctor and he agreed to being hired.

• Proof that your physician was negligent: Just because a patient may be unhappy about their treatment does not necessarily mean the doctor has been negligent.

• That negligence lead directly to injury: It must be shown that it’s ‘more likely than not’ that the negligence caused harm.

• The injury led to specific damages: Even if clear negligence has been proven, patients can only sue if they experienced detriment due to it.

These points form four key pillars in successfully establishing a case for medical malpractice.

Indicators of possible medical malpractice could include misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose; disregarding or not taking appropriate patient history; failure to order proper testing; failure to recognize symptoms; surgical errors and wrong-site surgeries; incorrect dosage of medication prescriptions and improper medication administration methods among other signs.

When dealing with such occurrences remember there is no substitute for expert analysis provided by seasoned professionals like those at Carlson Bier. Our intimate familiarity with intricate personal injury laws permits us to give specialized attention required for each unique case—a quality paramount when dealing with medical malpractice incidents given their consequential nature.

Additionally, at Carlson Bier we believe delivering substantial value includes demystifying some misconceptions around lawsuits pertaining to Illinois statute limitations regarding filing claims against healthcare providers alleged for committing medical negligence. Patients or loved ones acting on behalf of the injured party have a two-year window from the time they become aware of, or reasonably should have been aware of malpractice to file a suit. The statute is strict and disallows any such filing after four years regardless of when the negligence was discovered. However, myriads exceptions exist which necessitate professional assistance for analysis and application.

Illinois law also dictates that in order to gain compensation for medical malpractice injuries only economic and non-economic damages are recoverable by victims; punitive damages aren’t allowed unlike some other states. These laws are complex and their understanding crucial, therefore consulting with Carlson Bier will ensure your case is handled appropriately arriving at maximum possible settlement awards or trial judgments.

Trust us with your torturous experience as we navigate deftly through these treacherous waters, ensuring you receive full legal justice while respecting every boundary set by Illinois law’s regarding advertising locations of our rightfully established offices.

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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 Princeville

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or risky conditions.

Scald Wounds

Supplying specialist legal services for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Clinical Incompetence

Ensuring specialist legal services for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Fault

Addressing cases involving defective products, extending professional legal assistance to victims affected by faulty goods.

Senior Malpractice

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Fall Accidents

Specialist in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking recovery for their harm.

Neonatal Harms

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Mishaps: Committed to helping victims of car accidents get appropriate recompense for damages and destruction.

Scooter Accidents

Focused on providing legal assistance for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Trucking Mishap

Providing adept legal assistance for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for injuries.

Building Site Accidents

Focused on defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to extending professional legal assistance for clients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at handling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Undeserved Fatality

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Backbone Impairment

Committed to advocating for victims with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure settlement.

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