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When you’re faced with a birth injury dilemma, finding the right legal counsel is crucial. Trust your case to Carlson Bier, renowned across Illinois for its dedication and proficiency in handling personal injury law cases with distinction. Our forte? Birth injuries – a sensitive area we take very seriously. With an impressive track record of successful verdicts and settlements, our team understands the complexities surrounding birth-related medical malpractice incidents better than most firms. At Carlson Bier, we define ourselves not just through our professional accomplishments but by the support we extend towards families during their time of need – navigating them through distressing legal processes empathetically yet skillfully. Should you decide on us as your allies in justice-seeking expeditions, expect relentless advocacy from experienced lawyers passionately committed to safeguarding parents’ rights while voicing out for infants wronged by negligent medical practices or accidents at childbirth stage itself. Consider partnering with Carlson Bier today; let’s strive together towards achieving closure and justice one step at a time.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Staunton Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, an expert personal injury attorney group committed to championing cases around the heartland of Illinois. Our distinguished legal team has years of extensive experience dealing with birth injuries, one of the most sensitive issues within our scope. Every moment leading up to and during childbirth signifies a pivoting chapter in a family’s life. A birth injury disrupts this euphoria, leaving behind not just physical harm but emotional hurt that stretches far beyond what meets the eye.

As dedicated practitioners in this field, we believe it is crucial for those affected to truly understand what constitutes a birth injury. Birth injuries occur when a baby suffers physical damage as a result of delivery complications. Infants can sustain minor injuries like bruising from forceps or more severe conditions such as brachial plexus injuries affecting nerves controlling muscles in the hand or arm; cerebral palsy due to brain damage; or even Erb’s palsy characterized by weakness or loss of motion in arms and upper body.

– Knowledge is power: Understanding these complications equips you with essential information if ever confronted with such challenges.

– Proving Negligence: It’s important to note that not all birth injuries are caused by medical malpractice, however demonstrating negligence on behalf of healthcare professionals could play a significant role in your case.

– Your Legal Rights: If you suspect your child suffered an avoidable birth injury due to negligence during prenatal care or childbirth procedures, you have every right under law seek justice through legal recourse.

Our specialist attorneys at Carlson Bier will always treat your case sensitively. We acknowledge how emotionally overwhelming these situations can be and strive to guide our clients substantially through each stage of their lawsuit while keeping them informed about its progress.

Comprehending the impacts – both immediate and long-term – associate with various types of birth injuries is essential:

– Physical Pain & Suffering: This spans out towards chronic pain associated with certain types of malevolent birth injuries.

– Developmental Delays: Some babies may experience developmental delays, directly affecting their growth and ability to hit various milestones.

– Lifelong Disabilities: In severe cases, babies could face profound disabilities implicating them for life.

– Financial Burden: The cost of medical bills for treatments and therapies can affect a family’s financial stability significantly.

As your legal custodians, Carlson Bier is committed to fighting tirelessly for maximum compensation while traversing the complicated legal landscape.

Understanding the value of evidence in winning such lawsuits becomes increasingly essential:

– Medical Records & Test Results: Documented comprehensive records can be imperative proof needed to demonstrate negligence leading up to injuries suffered

– Expert Witnesses: Testimonies from medical experts substantiate claims made against responsible healthcare professionals or institutions.

At Carlson Bier, we endeavor relentlessly not just in seeking justice but ensuring you are equipped with the knowledge necessary to navigate through these situations. We are devoted to providing an invaluable educational resource that empowers our clients amidst uncertainty, giving them strength throughout their legal journey.

Birth injuries are undeniably distressing; however, secure representation can ease this burden immensely by allowing victims and their families the pursuit of justice minus additional stress. With our dedicated team at Carlson Bier law firm on your side, you are better positioned to surmount potential challenges during litigations arising from birth-related incidents caused by negligent parties.

We hope this information has provided valuable insight into what constitutes birth injuries and how afflicted individuals might seek reparations under Illinois law effectively using available resources facilitated by competent attorneys like us.

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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 Staunton

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Burn Damages

Extending specialist legal help for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Hospital Incompetence

Offering expert legal services for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Accountability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal help to customers affected by harmful products.

Aged Abuse

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Tumble Occurrences

Specialist in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking redress for their injuries.

Newborn Traumas

Supplying legal assistance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Crashes: Dedicated to helping victims of car accidents secure equitable settlement for injuries and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Trucking Crash

Extending experienced legal assistance for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for injuries.

Building Site Accidents

Engaged in advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Head Harms

Focused on ensuring professional legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Specialized in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unfair Passing

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and experienced legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Impairment

Committed to representing victims with paralysis, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure settlement.

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