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Carlson Bier is a premier nursing home abuse attorney group that advocates for the elderly and vulnerable at Scott Air Force Base. We are deeply devoted to seeking justice for the appalling acts of physical, emotional and psychological mistreatment that can occur in care settings. At Carlson Bier, we employ an aggressive approach toward ensuring the perpetrators are held accountable by aggressively representing our clients in their quest for justice. Not only do we provide exceptional legal support but also compassionate guidance and counsel, understanding what you’re going through every step of your journey. Illinois families frequently choose us because they trust our accumulated wealth of experience – over decades – dealing with complex nursing home abuse cases successfully leaving no stone unturned during investigations. From helping victims regain dignity to reclaiming financial compensation necessary after such devastating experiences – Carlson Bier proves time and again why they are leaders in personal injury law within this region.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Scott Air Force Base Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our mission is steeped in a singular commitment – advocating for victims of nursing home abuse in the state of Illinois. As personal injury attorneys with years of experience, we understand that when you turn to us, you’re wrestling with issues much heavier than legal concerns. You’re searching for justice on behalf of your loved ones who’ve undeservedly suffered pain and indignity. More often than not, this marks an emotionally challenging time for families and we are here to provide much-needed support while fighting tooth and nail for the justice your family deserves.

Nursing home abuse can manifest in various forms such as physical violence or neglect, emotional or psychological mistreatment, financial exploitation, or even sexual abuse. With each case displaying unique characteristics and complexities, having astute legal representation becomes crucial to conclusively spotlight instances of misconduct.

• Physical Abuse: This involves intentional infliction of pain or harm such as hitting, pushing or improper use/restraint.

• Emotional/Psychological Abuse: Symptoms may include drastic mood changes, depression or withdrawal from usual activities.

• Neglect: Manifests as instances where residents are denied essential requirements like food, warmth suitable clothing and medical care.

• Financial Exploitation: Illicit financial control over resident’s assets causing considerable economic duress.

• Sexual Abuse: Non-consensual sexual contact with a resident.

It’s important not only to comprehend these abuses but also spot telltale signs. Unexplained injuries bruises or fractures; unattended medical needs; sudden changes in financial status; frequent arguments between the elderly person and their caregiver – all these denote red flags one must be attuned to.

As seasoned counsellors at law leading a committed team centred around the principles of empathy and resolute resolution-oriented action at Carlson Bier, we’re intensively familiar with Illinois laws pertaining to elder care facilities. Our expertise ensures that we adeptly manage legal nuances associated with elder abuse cases, thereby facilitating an optimally beneficial outcome for you and your loved ones.

Having served diligently on numerous similar cases in Illinois, we’ve successfully built a reputation marked by dedicated service to effectively champion the cause of nursing home abuse victims. However, it’s crucial to note that time is often of the essence. Swift action guided by acute legal expertise can help secure justice while potentially preventing further damage.

We understand that finding resources during such times can be daunting and exhausting. You’re not just grappling with fee arrangements but also navigating complex legal landscapes full of jargon. In our endeavor to provide comprehensive assistance, we adhere to a no-win, no-fee policy tied with a robust network of resources including expert witnesses or proprietary tools honed over years of leading-edge practice in personal injury law.

In pursuit of utmost transparency whilst dealing with clients, ‘how much is my case worth?’ still remains one of the preliminary concerns raised by clients. If you indeed share this concern – rest assured! With Carlson Bier’s exceptional commitment to serving justice teamed up with nuanced understanding of how damages are calculated includes factors such as medical expenses (both past and future), loss of income capabilities, punitive damages etc., affords us the unique propensity towards maximal benefits & merits regarding your case.

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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 Scott Air Force Base

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Wounds

Extending skilled legal assistance for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Medical Misconduct

Extending experienced legal support for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Fault

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, delivering adept legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Malpractice

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble & Tumble Mishaps

Specialist in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking justice for their losses.

Childbirth Damages

Extending legal support for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Crashes: Committed to helping clients of car accidents gain equitable compensation for injuries and damages.

Scooter Incidents

Expert in providing legal assistance for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

18-Wheeler Accident

Delivering professional legal support for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for injuries.

Building Site Mishaps

Committed to defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Head Injuries

Specializing in ensuring compassionate legal representation for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Specialized in managing cases for victims who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Focused on legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Passing

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and experienced legal representation to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Dedicated to advocating for patients with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal support to secure settlement.

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