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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the ever-evolving realm of medical malpractice law, discerning patients rightfully demand fierce advocates prepared to champion their interests. Enter Carlson Bier—an exceptional group functioning at the vanguard of Medical Malpractice representation in Illinois. Though no geographical boundaries confine our quality service delivery, we have a significant presence around South Shore areas and serve robustly within this community without owning physical infrastructure there. Key to why Carlson Bier resonates highly with clients is our unwavering commitment to justice—always aiming for maximum compensation while ensuring comprehensive legal advice communication during litigation processes. Sustaining iron-clad professionalism and hallmark tenacity are qualities intrinsic to us because they fundamentally underpin optimum client assurance levels when navigating these complex testamentary courses alongside them. Besides decades-long experience handling diverse cases fully appreciating unique client circumstances, every claim engages our meticulously honed aptitude for rigorous factual scrutiny—a persistent pursuit sharpened solely by consistent triumphant outcomes representing victims wrongfully injured due to disregarded standard care procedures.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in South Shore Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the daunting intricacies and unpredictable outcomes around navigating medical malpractice issues. Our team of dedicated personal injury lawyers specializes in tackling such cases, providing comprehensive legal counsel to victims whilst ensuring seamless navigation through the process. Breaking down the complex jargon associated with medical malpractice into layman’s terms, our primary goal is your comfort and understanding amidst difficult circumstances.

Delving into what encompasses medical malpractice, it essentially refers to instances where a healthcare professional’s actions or lack thereof lead to a patient suffering injury or harm. This negligence may involve numerous variables – misdiagnosis, incorrect treatment administration, errors during surgical procedures, oversight in aftercare or health management – all culminating in egregious harm to a patient’s well-being.

For successful litigation under medical malpractice in Illinois:

• Proof of an existing doctor-patient relationship must be established.

• It should be clearly shown that there was dereliction of duty by the healthcare provider [i.e., standards accepted as ‘reasonably skillful and careful’ were not followed]

• The correlation between this negligence and ensuing injuries should be evident.

Medical Malpractice legal proceedings require proficient handling due to the wealth of medical knowledge necessary for correctly interpreting evidence related minutiae. At Carlson Bier, our top-tier cohort of personal injury attorneys carries commendable acumen in both law and medicine – lending you unsurpassed representation at every stage of your lawsuit journey.

A budget-friendly approach towards footing escalating costs is often one distinguishing feature attracting clients towards us. To that effect, we operate on a contingency fee basis which essentially means one pays attorney fees only if their case ends in recovery from the negligent party – lessening financial strain while facing emotionally taxing times.

Another aspect worth mentioning pertains to statutes of limitations applying within Illinois for nursing home neglect claims: two years from when neglect was discovered or reasonably could have been discovered. We ascertain immediate action preserving right for compensation without any delay.

In an endeavor to deliver superlative services, every case assigned to us receives undivided attention – a testament towards ensuring personalized care while dealing with fulfilling clients’ unique needs. Our attorneys undertake rigorous examinations for each filed malpractice claim, incorporating comprehensive consultations with top healthcare professionals across Illinois throughout your lawsuit journey.

Relying on steadfast tenacity and unparalleled expertise in medical malpractice litigation, Carlson Bier ensures its personal injury lawyers fervently represent your rights whilst passionately striving towards receiving the rightful compensation in due course. Proof of our success lies in the myriad testimonials from satisfied clientele who found justice meted out pertaining to their individual cases.

We realize that negligence caused by entrusted healthcare providers engenders feelings of betrayal coupled with physical pain and emotional trauma. At Carlson Bier, we bear this burden alongside you–aiding your recovery both health-wise and finances-wise through diligent legal counsel consistently.

Finally, don’t be left wondering what your case could potentially be worth. Click the button below to receive a free evaluation summarizing potential outcomes based on prevalent circumstances around your situation. Remember, knowing is half the battle when embarking upon legal proceedings – so leverage our professional guidance optimizing possible compensations lined up for you! Explore how our team at Carlson Bier can steer you confidently through murky waters of medical malpractice litigation thereby transforming unfortunate situations into hopeful chapters down life’s unfolding saga.

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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 South Shore

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Offering professional legal help for patients of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Clinical Misconduct

Offering expert legal services for persons affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Fault

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, supplying expert legal assistance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Stumble Injuries

Professional in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking recovery for their suffering.

Neonatal Injuries

Extending legal help for households affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Focused on supporting clients of car accidents secure equitable remuneration for harms and damages.

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

18-Wheeler Incident

Offering expert legal assistance for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for harms.

Construction Site Crashes

Concentrated on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Brain Damages

Specializing in delivering expert legal services for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Proficient in managing cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Dedicated to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Undeserved Demise

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and skilled legal guidance to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Specializing in advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure recovery.

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