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When the care of a loved one is entrusted to a nursing home, assurances for their safety, dignity and optimum health become paramount. Unfortunately, issues such as neglect, physical abuse or even emotional trauma can occur. In Thomasboro’s tight-knit community when such incidents occur within its numerous resident homes, it tugs at our heartstrings especially hard. At Carlson Bier law firm however you’ll find experience and compassion that knows no bounds in these difficult times. Specializing in personal injury law with emphasis on Nursing Home Abuse cases we have amassed an admirable track record of success stories by fiercely representing victims and obtaining the compensations they rightly deserve.Compelling evidence management combined with aggressive courtroom representation are hallmarks of our practice fostering justice while securing the restorative damages necessary for holistic recovery.We work tirelessly to hold those responsible accountable whilst simultaneously offering guidance throughout your legal process.Carlson Bier is more than your typical law firm but rather partners in crime prevention focused on safeguarding every elderly citizen’s right to respectful and fair treatment.

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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Thomasboro Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our foremost concern is to stand up for victims of Nursing Home Abuse in Illinois. We understand the stress and emotions that come with filing such claims which makes us strive harder with every case we handle. Nursing home abuse is an insidious violation of trust and rights against the very people who are often most helpless to defend themselves. The fact that abuse happens in a place intended for care and safety make it particularly egregious.

It’s imperative to be aware of critical signs indicating possible abuse ranging from physical harm, neglect, emotional cruelty or financial exploitation. Often these signs include unexplained injuries like bruises or fractures, poor hygiene, weight loss due to malnutrition or dehydration symptoms, sudden changes in behavior or withdrawal activities they previously enjoyed. It may also involve fearful interactions with nursing home staff.

Victims of such elder abuses have legal rights too under Illinois state laws including a right to dignity and respect; freedom from physical, mental & sexual abuse; privacy; monetary control over their finances amongst others. Therefore at Carlson Bier we passionately fight for justice ensuring you receive an appropriate remedy if your beloved ones suffers any form of nursing home mistreatment.

As experienced personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we conduct thorough research on each case closely examining the medical documents, interviewing witnesses while harnessing all necessary evidence geared towards successful litigation outcomes. Our duty extends beyond consultation as we are fully involved throughout defendant negotiations up until trial representations should disputes not settle amicably beforehand. This ensures our clients get highest compensation attainable for sufferings resulting from gross negligence by entrusted caregivers.

We pride ourselves on providing highly professional services coupled with compassionate understanding towards affected families during such traumatic periods.This empathetic approach backed by extensive knowledge allows us describe complex legal jargon easily understandable ways enhancing client-lawyer relationships hence adding lawyering value

Moreover at Carlson Bier there are no hidden costs nor will any bill be charged unless cases are won-a testament proving how patient and dedicated we are in helping you get justice. Whilst each case is unique, standardized methods are applied categorically with set benchmarks ensuring transparent customer satisfaction throughout the process. No gigantic legal fee nor hidden charges but professional services explicitly free unless you win.

It’s crucial to not overlook or attempt downplaying these incidents if they occur due to fear of additional trauma or backlash. This underreporting only perpetuates such unacceptable behavior making it vital that any suspicion be acted upon promptly. Our devoted team at Carlson Bier offers full confidentiality whilst giving comprehensive advice guiding you through legal pathways establishing where wrongful acts were perpetrated hence possibly preventing other future related occurrences.

Finally, remember every minute counts when dealing with nursing home abuse situations; quick response times can greatly impact the victim’s quality of life now and in the future.We therefore encourage you to exercise your rights by filing a complaint against liable parties ensuring justice rightfully served within Illinois law confines.Whatever doubts or questions about nursing home abuses may be haunting your peace of mind, let our seasoned attorney address them including pointing out potentially overlooked areas adding weight to your claim thereby meaningfully impacting one’s life post-trauma positively.

So why wait any longer, standing between reality and desired compensation could just be a click away! Explore how much your case is worth by clicking the button below to start the journey towards litigating retribution for this dire infringement on personal dignity and comfort without any financial commitments until victory guaranteed.If anything rings true – it’s that everyone deserves joyful golden years free from nefarious infringements!

Take action today by involving Carlson Bier experts who will champion for rightful compensation geared towards damage mitigation suffered by loved ones while also sentencing perpetrators accountable as per Illinois state laws ensuring decisively served justice prevails. Click on the button below NOW- we’re waiting eagerly ready to serve as guardians of senior citizens who deserve nothing less than best care within familiar surroundings termed homes away from home!

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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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Nursing Home | Elder Abuse FAQ​

The signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse or neglect can vary depending on the type of abuse or neglect that is occurring. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical abuse: This could include bruises, cuts, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Emotional abuse: This could include verbal abuse, intimidation, and isolation.
  • Sexual abuse: This could include sexual touching, intercourse, and other sexual acts.
  • Neglect: This could include malnutrition, dehydration, and poor hygiene.

If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home, you should:

  • Report your suspicions to the nursing home administrator.
  • Contact the local ombudsman, who is an advocate for nursing home residents.
  • File a complaint with the state’s department of health or human services.
  • Contact a nursing home abuse lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a family member of a nursing home abuse or neglect victim, you have the right to:

  • Visit your loved one at any time.
  • Have access to your loved one’s medical records.
  • Be informed of your loved one’s care plan and treatment.
  • File a complaint against the nursing home if you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for nursing home abuse or neglect if your loved one has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of the nursing home. A nursing home abuse 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 Thomasboro

Bicycle Collisions

Focused on legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Flame Traumas

Providing professional legal services for victims of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

Delivering experienced legal services for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Responsibility

Taking on cases involving problematic products, supplying expert legal services to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Misconduct

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Tumble Injuries

Skilled in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking recovery for their injuries.

Neonatal Damages

Offering legal support for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Crashes: Dedicated to aiding patients of car accidents receive fair payout for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Crashes

Dedicated to providing representation for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Semi Crash

Ensuring professional legal representation for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for injuries.

Worksite Incidents

Concentrated on defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Harms

Expert in delivering specialized legal advice for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Wounds

Adept at dealing with cases for persons who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Expert in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unjust Passing

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and experienced legal guidance to ensure justice.

Neural Harm

Committed to representing clients with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure justice.

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