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Are you in need of an experienced Birth Injuries attorney? Look no further than Carlson Bier. We’re specialists in handling birth injury cases with aplomb, exhibiting a topmost level of professional service, rooted in years of experience championing the cause for grieving families within Illinois and beyond. Our focus on birth injuries isn’t merely routine but born out of expertise on Illinois’ medical malpractice law. Over time, we’ve solidified our status as formidable advocates battling relentlessly to secure reparations for unfortunate incidents during childbirth: cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injuries caused by delivery complications – to name but a few. At Carlson Bier, each case is given the robust legal representation it deserves; helping victims find justice step-by-step through their troubling times. An unparalleled record sets us apart: a testament to uncompromising dedication towards surmounting even complex challenges that come our way- making us your best consideration when seeking recompense for birth-related negligence situations encountered.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Steeleville Illinois

Birth injuries are a distressing occurrence that no parent should ever have to experience. A child born into the world should be the emblem of joy, not saddled with an injury that may affect their growth and development for years to come. Carlson Bier recognizes this tremendous burden and has dedicated itself to ensuring justice for infants who’ve suffered from birth injuries, in Illinois. With our wealth of knowledge on this intricate field of practice, we’re uniquely equipped to support you through the unfamiliar legal journey.

There are different common forms of birth injury which can include cerebral palsy, Brachial Plexus Palsy (Erb’s Palsy), clavicle fractures, or hypoxic-anoxic injury (HAI). The causation factors behind these injuries vary extensively but generally result from medical negligence or oversight during labor and delivery. As part of our commitment to public service, our legal team painstakingly assesses each case, accurately identifies causes and parties responsible thus demystifying complex medical jargon or procedures involved during your child’s birth.

• Cerebral Palsy caused by birthing complications often involve trauma at birth leading to brain damage.

• Brachial Plexus Palsy results when there is undue stress applied during delivery causing nerve damage that affects arm movement.

• Fractured Clavicles often occur when excessive force is used during delivery.

• Hypoxic-Anoxic Injury refers to situations where the infant isn’t supplied with sufficient oxygen.

Our experts will guide you through what these conditions entail, how they could have been avoided, and help project future costs related to treatments or hindered capabilities so as not leave any stone unturned while seeking compensation.

Confronting feelings of anger and betrayal combined with confusion about navigating the law can present traumatizing hurdles for parents dealing with aftermaths of such occurrences. At Carlson Bier, we believe you shouldn’t face this burden alone; thus offer compassionate guidance coupled with uncompromising representation. We understand nothing replaces the perfect health you’d envisioned for your child, but we ardently promise to fight to ensure those responsible are held accountable and strive to secure optimum compensation.

Medical malpractice and negligence in Illinois has statutes of limitations that restrict the time frame within which you can file a claim. It’s highly advisable not to delay seeking legal advice or taking action; any delays could inadvertently lead to dismissal of cases and denial of deserved justice for your suffering little one.

At Carlson Bier, we don’t just consider ourselves as attorneys who’ll represent you in court, but also empathic partners on a mission to make things right. Our approach aims at reassuring our clients by taking charge of all legal matters so they can completely focus their energy on their child’s wellness journey. Moreover, we operate on an affordable contingency fee basis; this means no upfront monies till successful conclusion of your case.

Your partner through adversity – that’s what Carlson Bier strives to be. And with us guiding every step towards recovery, be it physical, emotional, or financial – there’s always hope. The overwhelming sense one feels when dealing with birth injury might seem too much to bear alone; allow us at Carlson Bier share this burden.

Your trust is our commitment- an adage we perpetually live by at Carlson Bier hence promising absolute confidentiality when handling sensitive information about your private affairs.

Tell us about your story today so that we may help lift some weight off your shoulders.

We’re here 24/7 ready toe listen and offer free consultation.

Our dedicated team is eager for an opportunity to right injustices inflicted upon innocent children due medical negligence during childbirth processes while giving families closure and compensation deserving for endured hardships.

In life-altering moments such as these concerning birth injuries cases parental trust is given into error-prone hands thus why it’s worth having professional care provided by passionate advocates like us at Carlson Bier law firm that believes in ‘Victory. Sweet. Justice’.

Accidents can happen, but so can justice.

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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 Steeleville

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Proficient in legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Giving professional legal assistance for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Hospital Negligence

Ensuring dedicated legal assistance for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Fault

Handling cases involving faulty products, extending specialist legal services to consumers affected by harmful products.

Elder Abuse

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Tumble Accidents

Adept in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking redress for their damages.

Birth Damages

Extending legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Collisions: Focused on helping victims of car accidents secure fair recompense for damages and damages.

Motorbike Incidents

Committed to providing legal advice for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Big Rig Collision

Delivering adept legal representation for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for hurts.

Construction Site Collisions

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cerebral Damages

Specializing in providing dedicated legal support for patients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Expertise in managing cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unfair Passing

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

Backbone Harm

Expert in assisting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal support to secure redress.

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