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When medical malpractice disrupts your health and livelihood, the experienced attorneys at Carlson Bier are well-prepared to champion for your rights. Highly esteemed within Illinois, our diligent representation has set legal precedents and achieved record-breaking verdicts in an array of complex cases. The precision with which we dissect intricate medical situations is coupled with a compassionate understanding of clients’ difficulties after suffering from negligent care. As you navigate through challenging times marked by doubt or despair, the valuable counsel of Carlson Bier within the realm can substantially ease this journey towards justice. Our extensive proficiency in interpreting associated legislations makes us an indispensable asset when contesting practitioners’ misjudgments leading to severe consequences. With a keen discernment distinguishing between inadvertent errors and egregious negligence that marks malpractice legally culpable, we ensure any recklessness doesn’t go unpunished—advocating relentlessly for those deserving compensation due to their misplaced trust in healthcare services while upholding utmost professional ethics following Illinois laws.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Summit Illinois

Carlson Bier is a distinguished law firm, well-versed in the intricacies of personal injury law within the state of Illinois. Situated in the heartland of America, our esteemed attorneys are not only equipped by their intense academic background and empirical knowledge but also polished through years of rigorous professional experience. We specialize in Medical Malpractice cases – a niche that few navigate with such precision and understanding.

Medical malpractice can be an intimidating term that encompasses various scenarios where negligent behavior by healthcare professionals results in patient harm. This negligence may derive from errors in diagnosis, treatment, surgery or aftercare management, leading to significant ramifications on the health or life quality of the impacted individual. If you believe you’ve been harmed due to medical negligence, it’s important to note that you potentially have legal recourse.

At Carlson Bier, we believe in education before decision-making; therefore we’d like to highlight some key aspects regarding Medical Malpractice:

• Statute of Limitations: In Illinois, there’s a strict legal time frame within which one should file for a Medical Malpractice lawsuit – generally two years from when you realized (or ought to have realized) your injury.

• Expert Testimony: Most cases require testimony from qualified health experts validating your case’s merits.

• Compensation Caps: The State rules do not limit recovered damages for economic losses such as bills and lost wages; however, there exists a cap on non-economic takes such as pain or suffering.

• Shared Fault Rule: Cases wherein both parties share fault observe certain deductions from the total compensation claimed.

Our expert attorneys’ mastery lies not only interpreting these dictums but identifying strategic avenues aligning with prevailing legislation and contextual facts for optimum outcome chances. Our team thoroughly investigates each claim, meticulously preparing evidence while advocating relentlessly for fair resolution.

More than merely providing high-quality legal representation throughout your case’s duration – we’re aware how such situations don’t just represent financial setbacks but more importantly, human lives profoundly impacted by unexpected injuries. A consequential trait distinguishing us from other law firms is our empathetic approach towards the mentally, physically and emotionally draining trials you face during such daunting experiences.

Our commitment resonates far beyond achieving an attractive trial verdict or settlement; it’s about understanding your story, recognizing its impact and walking this journey alongside you while we jointly manifest justice for your loss. The strength of our relations gets underpinned by transparency in communication – ensuring you’re updated regarding progress at every step and thoroughly understand all potential routes navigated to bring your case’s resolution closer.

Carlson Bier strongly believes in fostering accessible knowledge and promoting an informed clientele community – partnering with our clients beyond claim achievement into advocacy for safer medical environments. Our reputation testifies that Carlson Bier doesn’t merely litigate matters; we embark on journeys of justice alongside clients like you, transforming intimidating hurdles into seamless paths leading to desired destinations.

Understanding malpractice laws can be overwhelming. Utilize a trusted advisor: let Carlson Bier illuminate your way through this complex landscape taking away confusion-induced stress so together, we may navigate the path of success efficiently. If you believe you’ve been wronged due to medical negligence or have queries regarding Personal Injury lawsuits – don’t hesitate to reach out.

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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 Summit

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Specializing in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Extending professional legal assistance for patients of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Delivering dedicated legal services for patients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Fault

Handling cases involving problematic products, offering adept legal support to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Slip Accidents

Professional in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their harm.

Newborn Injuries

Providing legal guidance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Mishaps

Collisions: Devoted to supporting victims of car accidents secure just remuneration for injuries and destruction.

Motorbike Collisions

Committed to providing legal services for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Semi Crash

Extending expert legal assistance for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for damages.

Construction Crashes

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

Cerebral Harms

Committed to delivering compassionate legal support for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Wounds

Proficient in handling cases for clients who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Specializing in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Undeserved Death

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and experienced legal assistance to ensure redress.

Backbone Injury

Dedicated to defending patients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal representation to secure redress.

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