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About Carlson Bier Associates

When seeking legal recourse in instances of medical malpractice, it is crucial to engage a team renowned for their comprehensive knowledge, expertise and tenacity. You need lawyers who are advocates committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes; you need the Carlson Bier law firm. While providing services across Illinois, we leave no stone unturned handling complex litigation involving medical errors or negligence with meticulous precision. We take pride in our formidable history fighting – and winning – challenging cases that leveraged our deep understanding of both medicine and law significantly. Our success hinges on data-driven strategies crafted by seasoned attorneys combining decades of experience.

Choosing us ensures a seamless intersection between aggressive representation and compassionate client service. From missed diagnoses to surgical errors, we tirelessly strive towards holding culpable parties accountable while helping you secure just compensation.

Amidst numerous personal injury firms, what sets Carlson Bier apart is not only our unmatched knack for detail but an unwavering commitment to integrity—even when stakes are colossal—and relentless pursuit of truth at all costs.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Stanford Illinois

At the Carlson Bier law firm, we hold a deep commitment to representing victims of medical malpractice. We understand how monumental the consequences of such acts can be, impacting not just you as an individual but also your family and even your lifestyle. Trusting your well-being to health professionals only to become a victim of negligence strikes at the foundation of our relationship with healthcare providers.

Medical malpractice is when doctors or other healthcare professionals like nurses provide treatments that deviate from established standards within their profession, resulting in harm or injury to patients. This can manifest in various ways such as misdiagnoses, failure to diagnose, surgical errors, medication mistakes and more.

– Misdiagnosis: Failure to diagnose correctly can lead to unnecessary treatment plans which might do more harm than benefits.

– Surgical Errors: These could range from conducting an incorrect procedure altogether, leaving surgical tools inside patients’ bodies post-surgery or causing avoidable damage during surgery.

– Medication Mistakes: Mixing up prescription drugs or improper administration of medicines leading possibly lethal side-effects indicates clear negligence on part of healthcare providers.

The laws surrounding medical malpractice are complex yet crucial for defending patients’ rights. Knowing these laws can assist victims in identifying instances where they may have been subjected to less-than-standard medical services; minimize chances for further incidents; encourage transparency among us all – patients and healthcare providers alike – promoting safer environments for medical treatment.

What makes asserting claims for compensation more challenging is that evidence must be provided proving negligence resulted in substantial harm or injury. Recognizing this challenge clients face collecting sufficient evidence alongside physical recovery obligations proves daunting – this is where our competent attorneys at Carlson Bier make your fight ours too.

Our team operates based upon four key promises ensuring best possible outcomes:

* Detail Review & Investigation: Investigating claim details thoroughly helps identify all possible sources liable for damages so none go unchecked.

* Expert Assistance: We possess efficient connections with top-line professionals across various medical fields for expert insight and consultation – ensuring no negligence slips through gaps.

* Negotiation & Representation: Armed with robust evidence, we then negotiate just compensation reflecting the full range of damages you’ve experienced due to malpractice – fighting in court on your behalf when necessary.

* No Fee Until We Win: Our remuneration comes exclusively from settlements or verdicts awarded. If we don’t win, you owe us nothing!

Moreover, Carlson Bier leads not just as a legal authority but an educational one too. In fact, major aspects of our service include educating clients about their rights and keeping them informed throughout the legal process.

To adhere with Illinois laws and regulations, it must be stated explicitly that though we are based in Illinois; this should not imply that the law office is located in Stanford nor encourages any misrepresentation herewithin.

At Carlson Bier, winning isn’t our only goal–we aspire to validate your experiences gaining credible acknowledgment for endured injustice. Thus whether from cases involving minor injuries to incidents as significant as wrongful death issues – all demand serious consideration handled by skilled professionals devoted towards these causes.

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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 Stanford

Bike Incidents

Focused on legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or perilous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Giving skilled legal help for patients of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Medical Misconduct

Providing dedicated legal advice for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Fault

Managing cases involving faulty products, providing expert legal services to victims affected by faulty goods.

Elder Malpractice

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

Tumble & Trip Accidents

Professional in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking redress for their harm.

Birth Wounds

Supplying legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Crashes

Accidents: Focused on assisting clients of car accidents secure equitable compensation for harms and damages.

Scooter Accidents

Committed to providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Trucking Accident

Delivering professional legal representation for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for harms.

Worksite Mishaps

Focused on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Brain Impairments

Specializing in delivering expert legal support for victims suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Injuries

Specialized in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Incidents

Committed to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Fatality

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Spine Impairment

Focused on representing victims with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal assistance to secure recovery.

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