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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate scenario of a nursing home abuse case in Riverdale, it can be confounding to know where to turn for esteemed legal aid. Carlson Bier Associates, an eminent personal injury law firm based in Illinois, specializes in dealing with such distressing situations efficiently and compassionately. For years now, this experienced attorney group has represented vulnerable victims who have suffered due to nursing home negligence or misconduct; fighting tirelessly for justice on their behalf. Their proven track record underscores unwavering dedication and an exceptional understanding of the complexities synonymous with these disheartening cases. Choosing Carlson Bier rids you of daunting legal proceedings while delivering skillful advocacy and pursuing maximum compensation for your loved ones’ injuries or pain endured owing to negligent care facilities staff conduct. The team at Carlson Bier is committed towards not just providing unparalleled professional assistance but also honoring your family’s dignity during tough times amidst pursuing liable parties fervently; affirming that no abuse goes unanswered ever again.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Riverdale Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are an eminent law firm based in Illinois, and our primary focus revolves around addressing personal injury cases justifiably. We emphasize nursing home abuse, understanding the degree of injustice that it holds. Upholding dignity is cardinal to every individual’s life; unfortunately, older adults entrusted into the care of nursing homes often face harsh realities. Recognizing this pressing concern, we’ve undertaken a mission to stand up for victims enduring such appalling treatment.

Nursing home abuse incorporates myriad forms such as physical aggression, neglectful behavior leading to emergent health conditions, grossly inappropriate emotional conduct or even sexual misconduct. The indicators might be injurious marks on body parts which are usually covered such as thighs or hips, unexplained weight loss due to malnutrition or dehydration, drastic changes in mood and behavior implying emotional abuse and seemingly disoriented demeanour suggesting any form of exploitation.

Relative ignorance regarding these alarming signs can lead to unprecedented harm hence calling for judicious cognizance:

• Unfamiliar wounds or injuries

• Dramatic Change in personality

• Abrupt Weight Loss

• Instances of fear or anxiety exhibited by the victim

While spotting these signs can prove crucial for preliminary intervention, comprehensive legal action requires professional assistance. As seasoned personal injury attorneys specializing specifically in combating nursing home injustice at Carlson Bier; your case will benefit from thorough investigation underpinned by experience-driven instincts honed over years of dedicated service.

Exploitation against seniors doesn’t confine itself within the peripheries of direct harm alone but takes a more insidious form through financial abuse prevalent in numerous long-term care facilities. Culprits exploit loopholes ranging from access to ATM cards/bank accounts to brazen forgery seizing rightful property ownerships; pushing innocent elders into an abyss of despair and homelessness.

Caregivers with ill-intentions further amplify their ruthless ploys through tactics like isolation leading well-meaning relatives into spirals of uncertainty and distress. At Carlson Bier, we pledge to dismantle such devious mind games with detailed evidence-backed strategies seeking justice impeccably.

As compassionate defenders against nursing home abuse, our vision transcends litigation proceedings alone. By ensuring maximum exposure for your case and revamping how incidents of elder abuse are reported in Illinois; we’re striving to materially reduce future instances safeguarding senior rights proactively.

At Carlson Bier, our legal solutions cater not only to immediate resolution but also aids prevention through enforcement of stringent administrative standards eliminating abusive tendencies from their root cause. Our quest for justice encapsulates a spectrum- it’s closure for you or your loved one today, and warding off ill-fated potential victims tomorrow.

Our personalized approach sets us apart as every client engagement initiates by thoroughly understanding their unique case dynamics further translated into compelling arguments guaranteeing success within courtrooms while demanding remedial action outside of them too.

Believe that there is light at the end of this tunnel. Click the button below so you may see what these attorneys who specialize in formulating robust litigation action plans involving personal injury induced through nursing home mistreatment can bring forth to fight for YOUR rights.

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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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Nursing Home | Elder Abuse FAQ​

The signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse or neglect can vary depending on the type of abuse or neglect that is occurring. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical abuse: This could include bruises, cuts, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Emotional abuse: This could include verbal abuse, intimidation, and isolation.
  • Sexual abuse: This could include sexual touching, intercourse, and other sexual acts.
  • Neglect: This could include malnutrition, dehydration, and poor hygiene.

If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home, you should:

  • Report your suspicions to the nursing home administrator.
  • Contact the local ombudsman, who is an advocate for nursing home residents.
  • File a complaint with the state’s department of health or human services.
  • Contact a nursing home abuse lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a family member of a nursing home abuse or neglect victim, you have the right to:

  • Visit your loved one at any time.
  • Have access to your loved one’s medical records.
  • Be informed of your loved one’s care plan and treatment.
  • File a complaint against the nursing home if you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for nursing home abuse or neglect if your loved one has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of the nursing home. A nursing home abuse 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 Riverdale

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or perilous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Giving adept legal assistance for patients of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Clinical Malpractice

Ensuring professional legal services for persons affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Obligation

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal help to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Mistreatment

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

Slip and Slip Incidents

Professional in managing trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their harm.

Neonatal Traumas

Providing legal guidance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on supporting patients of car accidents secure appropriate compensation for harms and damages.

Motorcycle Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Trucking Mishap

Providing professional legal representation for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for hurts.

Worksite Accidents

Engaged in advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cognitive Injuries

Committed to delivering compassionate legal assistance for individuals suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Injuries

Expertise in managing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Demise

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and expert legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Trauma

Focused on assisting clients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal support to secure justice.

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