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Medical malpractice can lead to severe repercussions, disrupting lives and causing distress. That’s where Carlson Bier comes into the picture. Recognized as leading personal injury lawyers in Illinois, we hold an outstanding record in handling medical malpractice cases. We help our clients receive appropriate compensation for damages incurred due to negligence, wrongful action or sub-par treatment in the field of medicine. At Carlson Bier, we truly believe every individual deserves top-notch medical care and should be rightly compensated when this standard isn’t met—a belief that guides our committed representation of your case with utmost diligence and tenacity.

Spanning over decades of experience defending victims of medical malpractice, our legal acumen sets us apart from others. Our expert attorneys navigate through complex legal systems efficiently to ensure you get justice swiftly.

Choosing Carlson Bier means opting for a law firm that places your needs first—prioritizing compassionate communication every step along the way until victory is ensured. As experienced practitioners determined to uphold ideal standards within healthcare by addressing medical malpractice robustly—we stand ready at all times for a discreet consultation about your situation.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Rankin Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are seasoned personal injury attorneys based in Illinois committed to safeguarding the rights and best interests of individuals who have suffered harm due to medical malpractice. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s negligence or improper treatment leads to injury, harm, or death of a patient. These cases can be intricate and demanding, involving not just legal complexities but also an understanding of complex medical concepts.

Unveiling the scope of medical malpractice seems overwhelming, given its multifaceted nature. However, some specific elements can simplify this intricate domain, giving you a clearer outlook on what qualifies as medical malpractice:

• Substandard Care: One needs to show that standard care was breached during their treatment.

• Direct Linkage: Establishing causation is vital i.e., the act directly led to your injury.

• Serious Injury: You must have sustained significant harm beyond dissatisfaction with service received.

Having been on both sides – unpacking potential negligence for our clients and defending healthcare professionals against accusations – gives us unparalleled insight into working these cases from every angle successfully.

Within the broad sphere of medical malpractice are various sub-types such as surgical errors, misdiagnosis/delayed diagnosis, childbirth injuries among others – all capable of imposing lasting physical and emotional duress:

• Surgical Errors: Can range from operating on wrong body parts or patients to leaving equipment inside bodies post-surgery.

• Misdiagnosis/Delayed Diagnosis: Resulting in inappropriate treatment plans that aggravate health conditions.

• Childbirth Injuries: Negligence affecting mothers/newborns causing severe damage like cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy etc.

Understanding Illinois State law plays an integral role in filing any successful lawsuit. We continually revise state-specific rules regarding the statute of limitation (a period within which one may file cases) along with other relevant laws encompassing caps on compensation and procedural protocols associated with pursuing such lawsuits.

Often, lawsuits address two key areas – economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are quantifiable monetary losses such as medical costs, lost wages or reduction in earning capacity due to the injury incurred. Non-economic damages recognize intangible harm like physical suffering, loss of enjoyment of life or emotional distress leveled upon the victim.

Lakefront Law Group recognizes that this sort of litigation can be overwhelming, draining your precious time and energy when you should ideally focus on healing. Working alongside us ensures you receive legal guidance tailored to your circumstances without diverting from improving your health conditions.

Building a potential lawsuit necessitates more than just outlining the particulars mentioned above; it requires concrete evidence acquisition, effective negotiation strategies if settling out-of-court, comprehensive legal paperwork creation and appearing before trials if required – all daunting tasks demanding experienced hands designing a robust plan of action for achieving optimal results.

Navigating through unfortunate events involving medical negligence is undeniably arduous. However, know that you’re not many steps away from seeking justice against pertinent wrongdoings – Carlson Bier stands with you throughout these seemingly unending battles till you reclaim what’s rightfully yours and heal beyond the pain imposed by unfortunate medical malpractice encounters.

Are you ready to embark on this journey towards knowing your rights better? Click on the button below to understand how much your case might be worth! Leverage our expertise within Illinois territory for expert assistance suiting your requirements accurately. Together let’s rewrite stories tarnished by medical misconduct into narratives of valid recompense and shared victories!

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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 Rankin

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Damages

Supplying skilled legal assistance for people of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Healthcare Misconduct

Ensuring experienced legal advice for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Obligation

Addressing cases involving problematic products, offering professional legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Misconduct

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Slip Incidents

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking redress for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

Extending legal aid for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Dedicated to supporting patients of car accidents secure fair recompense for injuries and destruction.

Motorcycle Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal advice for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Trucking Accident

Delivering professional legal support for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for damages.

Building Site Accidents

Focused on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Head Traumas

Expert in ensuring professional legal representation for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in handling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Jogger Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Loss

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and professional legal support to ensure restitution.

Backbone Impairment

Dedicated to advocating for clients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal guidance to secure redress.

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