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About Carlson Bier Associates

Dealing with birth injuries can be an emotionally challenging experience, and the experts at Carlson Bier understand that better than anyone. Our seasoned attorneys grasp both the legal intricacies of birth injury cases and empathize with your pain. Committed to righting wrongs, we stand by families affected by medical negligence during delivery in Uptown, providing robust legal representation that fights for justice and fair compensation.

At Carlson Bier, not only do we bring a broad base of personal injury law knowledge but also specific expertise around complex matters like Cerebral Palsy resulting from negligence during childbirth. Count on us for dogged advocacy every step of the way – from initial case evaluation through settlement or verdict.

Choosing a capable attorney is crucial when navigating these medically intricate cases – and you deserve nothing less than top-tier competence. Given our vast experience handling Birth Injury lawsuits coupled with explicit empathy towards victims’ plight makes Carlton Bier an unrivaled choice in securing deserved entitlement after enduring such distressful situations due to medical oversight.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Uptown Illinois

Birth injuries can be a distressing outcome of an otherwise joyful event; the birth of your child. At Carlson Bier, we are acutely aware and sensitive to the emotions involved in these devastating circumstances. As a leading law firm renowned for our specialization in Personal Injury cases throughout Illinois, our focus is not just on delivering quality legal services but also on addressing your concerns related to birth injuries.

Firstly, let’s understand what this term ‘birth injury’ refers to. It essentially covers any form of harm or damage that occurs to an infant during childbirth or immediately after it. This could range from medical issues like brain trauma due to oxygen deprivation, brachial plexus injuries stemming from nerve damage, cerebral palsy associated with brain development abnormalities, fractures ensuing from physical trauma during delivery, and more.

Now you might find yourself wondering about the causes behind such unfortunate incidents. Multiple factors contribute towards them including complications during labor/delivery (e.g., prolonged labor), health conditions of the mother (like maternal infections), inappropriate use of birthing tools (forceps/vacuum extractors), etc. However, there are numerous instances where medical negligence plays a substantial role—this is where legal implications become significant.

• Medical professionals must adhere by certain standard care protocols when overseeing childbirth.

• Failure to perform necessary c-sections timely or improper usage of birthing tools fall under medical negligence.

• Errors like incorrect medication dosage or failure in promptly detecting/maternal fetal distress also qualify as breach of standard care.

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe that those responsible for causing avoidable harm should be held accountable; hence enabling victims and their families receive rightful compensation they deserve for bearing unnecessary havocs.

Our team consists primarily of highly experienced personal injury attorneys who dedicate themselves towards acquiring justice for clients dealing with birth injury claims every single day across Illinois—not Uptown since we strictly abide by state laws restricting false office location advertisement. We are committed to providing you correct advice, information and guidance throughout the legal process.

Birth injuries not only result in physical trauma but also lead to emotional distress along with financial strain owing to medical bills, future therapeutic care needs, etc. Thus proving negligence in birth injury cases becomes crucial for claiming damages which generally encompass expenses like medical costs (both past & future), compensation for non-economic damages like pain/suffering, and in certain cases—punitive damages aimed towards punishing the defendant(s) if they have acted egregiously negligent.

We would want you to know that every case is unique thereby necessitating distinctive investigation approach along with legal strategies; hence it’s important that your attorney understands intricacies of birth injury claims:

• They should possess deep knowledge about obstetrical care standards (generally accepted practices by healthcare providers during childbirth)

• They must be adept at reviewing complex medical records accurately to pinpoint where standard care was breached resulting in baby’s harm.

• Producing credible expert witness testimonies frequently impacts a case’s outcome-hence experienced lawyers know ways of effectively utilizing them.

Remember: Time is an essential aspect here as Illinois law stipulates specific deadlines within which such lawsuits can be filed—which is why getting started on the process without delay helps!

Our team at Carlson Bier offers a no-obligation consultative session for answering all queries you may have pertaining to this matter and provide insight regarding your rights plus potential claim value. To fathom further about possibilities offered by your case specifics—you’re just one click away! The button below will help you connect with our expert attorneys almost instantaneously. Let us help untangle complexities and bring justice closer than ever—because we firmly believe bright futures shouldn’t dim due to someone else’s negligence.

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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 Uptown

Cycling Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Supplying skilled legal advice for patients of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Carelessness

Ensuring dedicated legal services for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Fault

Handling cases involving faulty products, providing professional legal assistance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Tumble Accidents

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their suffering.

Birth Wounds

Delivering legal guidance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Accidents

Mishaps: Focused on assisting patients of car accidents receive appropriate payout for harms and harm.

Motorcycle Crashes

Committed to providing legal advice for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Truck Collision

Offering specialist legal assistance for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for losses.

Worksite Incidents

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Cerebral Impairments

Committed to ensuring expert legal advice for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Expertise in managing cases for clients who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Committed to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Undeserved Loss

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and professional legal services to ensure redress.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in assisting victims with spine impairments, offering professional legal services to secure recovery.

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