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When faced with the heart-wrenching reality of a birth injury, families require compassionate and proficient legal representation. That’s where Carlson Bier comes in, delivering unmatched expertise in handling complex birth injury lawsuits. Committed to providing the residents of Somonauk expert legal advice on matters relating to obstetric negligence and injuries sustained at childbirth, we prioritize winning you justice while upholding compassion and support throughout the process. Our team boasts a distinguished track record litigating numerous types of birth injury cases including cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injuries among others which strengthens our clients’ faith in us. Turning ‘potential’ into ‘proven’, Carlson Bier emboldens victimized families by enacting justice through experienced adversarial representation against negligent medical practitioners or institutions; establishing accountability from those responsible for such life-altering incidents. Thus when seeking redressal for your loved one’s unjust suffering due to a birth injury – trust none other than Carlson Bier! We invite you to explore how our stalwart Birth Injuries attorney group can transform your pursuit for justice.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Somonauk Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we aspire to provide first-rate legal counsel for personal injury cases across Illinois. A central element of our specialized services involves relaying crucial information about a variety of injuries, such as those that can occur at birth. We cannot overstress the impact and stigma associated with birth injuries. They can disrupt the joyous occasion of welcoming a new life into your family and infuse it with an agonizing phase as you grapple with numerous medical complexities.

Birth injuries typically result from complications during pregnancy, labor, or delivery. According to widely recognized medical studies, approximately 7 out of every 1,000 babies born in the United States suffer from some form of birth injury. These injuries span a broad range including cerebral palsy, HIE (Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy), Erb’s palsy or Klumpke paralysis caused by brachial plexus damage, bone fractures due to cranium compression and more.

• Cerebral Palsy: This condition impairs muscle coordination resulting from injury to the developing brain.

• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): Reduced oxygen supply results in HIE leading to potential cognitive impairments.

• Erb’s Palsy or Klumpke Paralysis: Injury to brachial plexus nerves controlling arm movements lead to these afflictions.

• Bone Fractures: Compression of infant’s cranium during difficult deliveries frequently result in bone fractures.

The pursuit for justice when faced with a birth injury entails determining if medical malpractice was involved. Birth Injuries often stem from breaches in standard care like neglecting mother’s prenatal health issues; failing timely cesarean section; inappropriate use forceps/vacuum extraction tools among others. It is our unwavering commitment at Carlson Bier not only handle your case professionally but also empower you with comprehensive contextual knowledge required for this process.

• Neglect of Prenatal Health Issues: Ignoring maternal health complications can heighten birth injury risks.

• Delayed Cesarean Sections (C-sections): Waiting too long to perform a C-section can contribute to birth injuries.

• Misuse of Birth-Assisting Tools: The incorrect use of forceps or vacuum extraction tools may cause harm.

In the unfortunate event that you find yourselves dealing with this complicated and emotionally draining predicament, be reassured that you are not alone. At Carlson Bier, we have represented numerous clients navigating the complexities associated with birth injury cases. It is our pledge to advocate for your rights vigorously, ensure responsible parties are held accountable for their actions or negligence, obtain deserved compensation for medical bills incurred in treating these conditions as well as future therapy and rehabilitation costs needed by your child – thereby providing justice and closure for your family.

As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, bearing full commitment towards entrusted duties and operating on vital principles such as trustworthiness, transparency, and ferocious advocacy – we understand the gravity each case entails not only in legal terms but also with respect to touching human lives deeply. We’re convinced that every client deserves customized service tailored precisely to fit unique circumstances surrounding their distressing experiences associated with birth injuries.

Remember: Every detail matters when it comes to contesting a personal injury claim— particularly those surrounding helmets内birth injuries. Underlying questions linger; was there negligence? Could events have taken a different course under proper vigilance? What tightrope were medical professionals walking along during critical instances relating to labor and delivery processes?

Your fight becomes our mission from minute one at Carlson Bier! If you believe that your newborn has suffered from a birth-related trauma due to medical malpractice, it’s time now- stand up confidently insisting upon the justice rightfully deserved! Make this all-important step resolutely: Discover how our tireless advocacy, professional guidance, and legal prowess can lead your way through this challenging journey. Click the button below for a no-obligation conversation to find out how much your case might be worth. Let Carlson Bier turn tides into your favor; click ‘evaluate my case’ today!

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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 Somonauk

Bicycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or perilous conditions.

Burn Damages

Offering specialist legal assistance for patients of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Healthcare Malpractice

Offering expert legal advice for victims affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Accountability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, offering adept legal assistance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Stumble Incidents

Professional in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking restitution for their losses.

Newborn Injuries

Supplying legal aid for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Incidents: Committed to assisting clients of car accidents gain fair settlement for wounds and destruction.

Motorcycle Crashes

Expert in providing legal services for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Semi Collision

Delivering specialist legal services for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for injuries.

Construction Site Incidents

Focused on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Focused on providing specialized legal assistance for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Dedicated to legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Loss

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Harm

Dedicated to supporting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal support to secure settlement.

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