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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you need astute, reliable legal support in the complex field of Medical Malpractice law, turn to Carlson Bier. We provide a superior standard of comprehensive legal aid throughout Illinois including Stonington. Our firm has an unparalleled track record that embodies our commitment and diligence when advocating for rights of those who have become victims to medical negligence. Skilled attorneys at Carlson Bier understand the drastic life-changing consequences resulting from such cases and are adept at navigating these circumstances with profuse consideration and proficiency. They meticulously analyze each claim, striving towards securing maximum compensation for affected clients regardless of case complexities. At Carlson Bier we uphold an indisputable reputation for being preeminent practitioners within Medical Malpractice law due to our extensive experience, fierce dedication and unrelenting pursuit for justice on behalf of mistreated patients across Illinois.

With unexpected challenges surfacing during litigation procedures; it’s pivotal having a well-versed team fighting your corner – choose Carlson Bier as your trusted partner!

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Stonington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a dedicated team of personal injury attorneys who focus on providing top-notch legal aid in Illinois. We specialize in matters related to medical malpractice, leaving no stone unturned for our patrons seeking justice. Medical Malpractice is a colossal term that encapsulates instances whereby health care providers fall short of the standard of care expected from them. A few common examples include surgical errors, wrongful diagnosis, improper medication, failure to diagnose, and errors during childbirth—just to name a handful.

Here at Carlson Bier, we understand the fragility that pervades such cases. As leading-edge advocates for victims of medical malpractice throughout Illinois, our expertise becomes your advantage—a beacon guiding you through rough waters. The complex litigation process stemming from any sort of medical error necessitates astute comprehension and professional guidance—and this is precisely where we come into play with our extensive knowledge and committed approach.

Dedicated exclusively to representing victims threatened by immense physical pain and monetary losses due to negligent healthcare services or blatant professional incompetence—we confidently stand behind each client aiming towards trial victory or appropriate settlement as needed. Our lawyers diligently work around the clock on your case delving into every facet specific to medico-legal bureaucracies regarding malpractice.

In light of public education pertaining to rights and remedies available under law for medically wronged individuals— it’s essential noting that:

– Medical malpractice isn’t merely an outcome derived from unsuccessful treatment or surgery.

– Identifying whether there has been any breach in carrying out ‘standard practices’ stands imperative—which often calls upon expert witnesses laying down justifiable benchmarks.

– Once proven that the doctor deviated from his/her duties—direct causation linking thus harm incurred must be clearly established.

Your pursuit for redemption begins with us sorting out all uncertainties revolving around compensation claims allowing you more space regenerating lost normalcy back in life.

Furthermore—you’re entitled claiming damages orchestrated against three main categories: economic, non-economic and punitive.

– Economic damages are measurable costs including medical bills, lost wages, future financial losses owing to incurred injury etc.

– Non-Economic damages though non-tangible—significantly impact victims’ lives involving pain & suffering, emotional distress, loss of companionship when the victim is deceased.

– Punitive damages imposed by law serve as chastisement towards professionals found guilty beyond reasonable doubt.

Located in Illinois, our well-acclaimed attorneys at Carlson Bier are driven by an unwavering dedication ensuring clients secure rightful compensation owed through verdict or settlement negotiations while holding negligent healthcare practitioners accountable. We treat each case individually offering personalized consultation paying heed to unique circumstances pivotal for claim determinations.

Remember –the statute of limitations in Illinois mandates that medical malpractice lawsuits be filed within a stipulated timeframe from identification or should’ve reasonably been discovered. Consequently—it’s paramount taking prompt actions running against clock pursuing justice before legal doors close down permanently on potential claims left unattended.

Embedded deep in your journey seeking redressal—our team guarantees responsive communication accompanied by invaluable insights drawn from years of experience upholding client welfare holistically.

In life’s most challenging moments, trust us at Carlson Bier. You’re not alone hitting hard against systemic failure ripping lives apart—one legal stride at a time we pursue your cause leveraging seasoned tactics fostered over years making us prominently successful personal injury lawyers you can count upon!

Curious about the prospective worth attached to your case? Let it no longer remain in shadows haunting with uncertainty! We cordially invite you igniting first steps tapping into our expertise—click below drown doubt away bringing into light much-deserved monetized memory honoring hardships undertaken thereby compensating life hurled towards unforeseen detours unfolding after supposed protectors of health failed miserably under oath. Your fight is our resilience; let’s march together unveiling undeterred spirits standing tall against medical malpractice.

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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 Stonington

Bike Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Wounds

Giving specialist legal help for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Physician Negligence

Delivering professional legal representation for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Taking on cases involving defective products, offering specialist legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Abuse

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Tumble Occurrences

Specialist in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking compensation for their losses.

Neonatal Damages

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Collisions

Incidents: Devoted to supporting patients of car accidents get appropriate compensation for wounds and losses.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal services for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Semi Crash

Extending adept legal services for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for losses.

Building Incidents

Focused on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Brain Impairments

Expert in providing professional legal advice for victims suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Expert in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Loss

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and adept legal support to ensure fairness.

Spine Trauma

Dedicated to defending patients with paralysis, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure justice.

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