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When dealing with the sensitive issue of nursing home abuse, it is critical to rely on a team of skilled and dedicated attorneys who are well-versed in this particular arena. The seasoned experts at Carlson Bier have cultivated a reputation for their resolute commitment to putting an end to such deplorable acts through legal action. Located in Illinois, our law firm handles Shelbyville cases effectively and ethically, never compromising the welfare of your loved ones. Our attorney group has specialized knowledge regarding elder law and abuses that occur within the long-term care setting – issues that demand nuanced navigation through dense layers of regulations and laws protecting elderly citizens’ rights. What sets us apart is not just our dedication to justice but also our profound empathy for victims enduring such hardships. Trusting Carlson Bier means entrusting elder care advocates determined unequivocally to hold offenders accountable while providing compassionate support essential throughout this challenging time. Ensure your peace-of-mind knowing you’ve selected stalwarts battling against nursing home abuse – choose Carlson Bier.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Shelbyville Illinois

At Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys, we are dedicated to representing those who can no longer protect themselves. Nursing home abuse is an all-too-common epidemic in America and has serious implications for the elderly individuals who reside in these living facilities. As professional personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we understand the state’s intricate legal system and know too well that negligence at a nursing home can manifest itself through various forms.

* Physical Abuse: Clear indicators of physical abuse include mysterious bruising, wounds, fractures, or an unexpected decline in general health.

* Emotional Abuse: This form of mistreatment may be harder to spot as it usually doesn’t leave any visible signs. Yet symptoms such as anxiety, depression, sudden changes in behavior or mood swings could be signals worth investigating.

* Neglect: Elders become susceptible when they aren’t adequately looked after by their caregivers. Unexplained weight loss, bedsores owing to immobility and unsanitary living conditions are cautionary red flags demonstrating neglect.

* Financial Exploitation: Unauthorized control over an elder’s funds or assets constitutes financial exploitation; watch out for unexpected changes on estate planning documents or odd banking activities.

Our mission at Carlson Bier goes beyond just advocating for your rights amidst such instances of nursing home abuse. We strive to equip you with essential information and assist you throughout every step of your case process – from collecting evidence and filing lawsuits against culpable parties to negotiating settlements which accord justice and provide due compensation for suffered damages.

Understanding the profound impact this form of maltreatment could inflict on family members involved, we also specialize in inflicting pain and suffering claims assisting families find emotional closure while assuring care levels are upheld within these accommodation facilities across Illinois.

Partnering with us at Carlson Bier ensures personalized service tailored according to individual needs coupled with unmatched expertise derived from years of experience defending victims of nursing home abuses within demanding Illinois jurisdictions. We believe it imperative not only for us to win your case but also empower you with the knowledge and resources necessary to prevent further outbreaks of such incidents.

Our commitment remains steadfast towards defending elder residents within Illinois nursing homes falling victim to any form of abuse or neglect. If the situation so warrants, our team is presented with evidence supporting potential mismanagement, negligence or stark violation of regulations within the care facility; we ensure initiating a systemic investigation alongside state agencies aimed towards rectifying prevalent situations while safeguarding vulnerable elderly individuals from future threats.

Beyond this fight for justice and rightful compensation lies our goal as Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys to instigate amendments in contemporary law, paving way for stricter regulatory measures which may deter repeated misconduct on part of nursing homes throughout Illinois – creating safer living environments tailored for respecting dignity and individual rights attributed to every resident.

Contact us today at Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys if you suspect a loved one is subject to nursing home abuse. Your initial consultation will always be free, offering you an opportunity to comfortably discuss specific details related to your unique case. We’re cognizant about matters regarding confidentiality thereby ensuring privacy norms are staunchly upheld during these consultations providing you not only legal insight but sensitive understanding when dealing with these traumatic experiences.

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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 Shelbyville

Bike Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Providing expert legal assistance for people of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

Extending specialist legal support for persons affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Obligation

Addressing cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal support to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Neglect

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Stumble Incidents

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking redress for their losses.

Newborn Wounds

Delivering legal support for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Accidents

Accidents: Devoted to supporting victims of car accidents get reasonable payout for hurts and harm.

Bike Crashes

Specializing in providing legal services for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Trucking Accident

Delivering experienced legal representation for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for harms.

Construction Accidents

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

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to extending compassionate legal advice for victims suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Expertise in tackling cases for clients who have suffered damages from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Crashes

Specializing in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Wrongful Death

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and expert legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spine Damage

Committed to advocating for individuals with spine impairments, offering expert legal assistance to secure settlement.

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