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When birth injuries happen, it can unleash a deluge of fear and confusion for the affected families. In such consequential times, you need an ally equally skilled in both compassion & courtroom prowess—the very principles that Carlson Bier was founded on. As leading Illinois personal injury lawyers specializing in Birth Injuries cases, our firm brings decades of experience and unparalleled expertise to fight aggressively on behalf of those wronged since our mission has always been to give a voice to the voiceless. Striving meticulously towards justice includes deciphering medical jargons, gathering evidence diligently, negotiating with insurance companies assertively yet diplomatically or compelling litigation if necessary till fair compensation is garnered. Never forgetting that each case carries someone’s future with it instils us the empathy to stand by you every step of the way—not just as your legal advocate but also trusted counsel throughout your journey seeking justice within Shannon city precincts despite being physically located elsewhere ourselves. We invite you trust Carlson Bier’s unwavering dedication when life-changing birth injuries necessitate tenacity-driven legal service.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Shannon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are honored to serve as a trusted advocate for families impacted by birth injuries throughout the great state of Illinois. We ardently believe that everyone deserves uncompromising representation, especially in those trying times when a newborn’s joyous arrival is marred with complications. Birth injuries can multiply medical costs and procedure, leave emotional scars on family members, and require familial adjustments that may seem overwhelming. Our dedicated team provides compassionate, tireless representation to secure the compensation you deserve to navigate these unforeseen challenges.

The realm of birth injuries encompasses a wide variety of conditions and traumatic events which can happen during pregnancy, delivery or shortly after birth. It’s crucial to have an understanding of common types including:

• Cerebral Palsy: A disorder affecting muscle tone and movement caused by damage to the immature brain around the time of birth.

• Erb’s Palsy: Occurring most typically with difficult births where shoulder dystocia happens; it involves nerve damage leading to decreased sensation or paralysis in an arm.

• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): Resulting from oxygen deprivation at, before or shortly after birth which leads to severe cognitive impairments.

These are just three examples among many possible types of birth injuries. Further adding complexity is deciphering what actions precipitated such adversities—is it due to natural causes or could medical negligence be involved? In complex healthcare situations like these, it’s only prudent to solicit professional help particularly from highly skilled personal injury attorneys such as us who understand both medical legal complexities combined with formidable litigation experience.

Drawing upon our extensive knowledge base allows us effectively represent your case consequences related directly or indirectly to your child’s birth injury – all wrapped within caring guidance you deserve for ensuring ongoing well-being for your loved ones.

It is worth noting here that legally pursuing a claim isn’t just about recovering money damages but also about securing confidence within yourself knowing there’s a dedicated team by your side. Often, securing successful verdicts or settlements facilitates access to specialized care and services needed by children who experienced birth injuries, provides peace of mind that justice has been served in holding responsible parties accountable for their actions (or lack thereof), and assurance that you can better maneuver the maze of medical bills while mobilizing resources necessary for your child’s future.

Families dealing with birth injuries are always confronted with more questions than answers, such as:

• Have we been told everything about our baby’s injury?

• How will this impact my child’s quality of life?

• Was this complication preventable?

• What rights do we have under Illinois’ law?

If these questions resonate within you — know that help is just a click away.

At Carlson Bier, our talented firm comprised of vigilant attorneys hold high regard toward community contribution especially in giving voices to families frustrated from birth injuries. We invite you seek out detailed information regarding potential legal remedies pertaining to your unique situation which might afford some sense control over future course.

We understand the immeasurable pain endured due unfortunate circumstances surrounding childbirth injury; thus our endeavor is rooted in sincere desire helping lighten burdens carried during an undoubtedly emotionally stressful period providing unconditional support coupled effective representation. Our team firmly believes each family deserves personalized attention effectively address diverse needs arising along medical-legal intersections compounded emotional turmoil weighing heavy upon hearts entangled within traumatic birthing complications.

Working together intimately alongside one another exploring every nook and cranny detail regarding untoward incidents occurring during childbirth may lead discovery culpable factors implicating malpractice shedding light truth veiling answers needing resolution serving both personal closure promoting institutional reforms preventing similar catastrophes happening other families down line.

Don’t let unanswered questions add to your burden. Your intuition guiding you here signifies readiness align forces evolving adversity into opportunity effecting positive changes moving forward without letting past define tomorrows. As beacon light illuminating obscured pathways towards new hope, allow Carlson Bier cast away worries incumbent upon you.

Reach out to us today and find relief in having our firm stand by your side. Click on the button below to know what your case might be worth and take the important first step towards ensuring a brighter future for yourself, your newborn child, and your family.

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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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Birth Injuries FAQ

The most common birth injuries include:

  • Cerebral palsy: This is a group of disorders that affect movement and coordination.
  • Erb’s palsy: This is a nerve injury that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm and hand.
  • Brachial plexus palsy: This is a group of nerve injuries that can cause weakness or paralysis in the arm, shoulder, and hand.
  • Spinal cord injuries: These injuries can cause paralysis or weakness below the waist.
  • Traumatic brain injuries: These injuries can cause a variety of physical, cognitive, and emotional problems.

Birth injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Medical malpractice: This can include mistakes made by doctors during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.
  • Oxygen deprivation: This can occur if the baby does not get enough oxygen during pregnancy or labor.
  • Physical trauma: This can occur if the baby is injured during labor or delivery.
  • Birth defects: Some birth injuries are caused by birth defects.

The signs and symptoms of a birth injury can vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Weakness or paralysis: This may be in one or more limbs.
  • Seizures
  • Breathing problems
  • Feeding problems
  • Developmental delays
  • Learning disabilities

The treatment options for birth injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injury. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Medications
  • Supportive care

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit if your child was injured due to medical malpractice or another factor. A birth injury 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 Shannon

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Fire Wounds

Giving adept legal advice for patients of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Clinical Misconduct

Ensuring specialist legal advice for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Liability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, supplying adept legal services to individuals affected by harmful products.

Senior Abuse

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Fall Injuries

Skilled in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking recovery for their damages.

Neonatal Harms

Providing legal guidance for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Mishaps

Incidents: Concentrated on guiding individuals of car accidents receive fair settlement for wounds and impairment.

Motorcycle Accidents

Specializing in providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Trucking Incident

Delivering specialist legal services for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Building Incidents

Focused on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Head Damages

Focused on offering compassionate legal advice for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Damages

Skilled in tackling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Focused on legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unfair Passing

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal representation to ensure compensation.

Backbone Injury

Focused on representing clients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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