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About Carlson Bier Associates

Addressing medical malpractice requires expertise, experience and commitment. The trusted attorneys at Carlson Bier understand the gravity of such circumstances and are adept at navigating complex Medical Malpractice cases. Our firm’s exceptional blend of knowledge, ingenuity, and compassion sets us apart in Illinois’ legal landscape. At Carlson Bier, we believe that victims deserve avid representation to ensure their voice is heard within the judicial system. We have championed justice for numerous clients over years, winning countless verdicts leading to significant financial compensations – but beyond numbers lie stories of lives rectified through our concerted efforts. When you engage with Carlson Bier in your pursuit against Medical Malpractice rights violation; be it erroneous diagnosis or flawed treatment procedure choices – trust that you garner a dependable companion tirelessly working towards protecting your interests on every front possible. For a meticulous representation reinforcing confidence amidst dire situations: Choose Carlson Bier as your advocate par excellence in Illinois’ Medical Malpractice sphere.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Savanna Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we’re not just another personal injury law firm in Illinois. Our expertise extends far beyond the normal perimeters of personal injury cases. We are accomplished attorneys proficient in Medical Malpractice laws and claims, providing you with legal counsel that understands the emotional toll such incidents exert on victims and their families.

Medical Malpractice affects countless lives every year. Responsible for debilitating injuries and heart-wrenching losses, this specialized area of personal injury law calls for a profound understanding and nuanced interpretation. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to deliver care within established professional norms, resulting in injury or harm. Our expert team at Carlson Bier not just comprehends these intricacies but also handles them with utmost dedication and diligence.

Some key aspects of medical malpractice that might give potential clients clearer insights include:

– Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis.

– Surgical errors.

– Wrong medication prescription/dosage.

– Poor aftercare or follow-up treatment.

– Premature discharge from hospital care.

Emphasizing patient rights under the umbrella of medical negligence is essential to us at Carlson Bier. As harrowing as these situations can be emotionally, it’s important to understand that financially reimbursable damages often surround instances of medical malpractice too. Those may include:

– Financial burdens: These could stem from excessive medical bills due to inadequate care or mistreatment that requires additional treatments/procedures.

– Emotional distress: The psychological impacts following incidences of medical malpractice are immeasurable yet compensatory under law regulations.

– Loss of salary/wages: If your ability to work has been affected by your experience, state laws provide measures for financial compensation.

We believe empowering our clients through transparent information about their rights plays an instrumental role in achieving justice for their sufferings.

Our attorneys use all accessible resources to maximize client reimbursement while advocating tirelessly against negligent parties until justice is served. Suffering because of others’ ignorance should never translate into a financial burden for the victims. That’s why we fight tooth and nail to ensure patterns of negligence are held accountable, thus encouraging medical facilities and practitioners towards greater care.

The Carlson Bier team stands as a beacon of hope within Illinois’s legal landscape. We understand that each case carries its unique weight and deserves thorough investigation. Our unyielding commitment to justice prioritizes you, your experiences, your suffering, and most importantly – your satisfaction once the legal proceedings conclude.

Trust our expertise in personal injury law to guide you through this overwhelming process and rest assured knowing the Carlson Bier attorneys aspire for nothing but the best outcomes for their clients under any circumstances. Nothing matters more than providing our clients with peace that comes from fair resolution.

Now is not the time for silence or sidelined worry – it is time for action driven by unwavering determination powered by seasoned professional backing. Get started on determining how much your case might be worth by simply clicking on the button below. Life may have put you through trials but remember; with Carlson Bier at your side – restitutive justice isn’t just possible, it’s a reality waiting around the corner.

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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 Savanna

Bike Collisions

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

Burn Wounds

Extending specialist legal support for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

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

Items Accountability

Managing cases involving dangerous products, offering adept legal support to clients affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble and Stumble Mishaps

Adept in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking compensation for their harm.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal aid for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Devoted to aiding clients of car accidents gain equitable payout for injuries and harm.

Motorbike Crashes

Expert in providing representation for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

18-Wheeler Collision

Ensuring professional legal support for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for damages.

Construction Incidents

Focused on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Damages

Expert in ensuring compassionate legal support for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Harms

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Accidents

Focused on legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Undeserved Death

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Damage

Expert in defending individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal support to secure recovery.

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