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About Carlson Bier Associates

Trusting your healthcare provider to deliver exceptional care is fundamental. However, should they fail to meet that expectation, causing harm or injury due to negligence, the law stipulates justice through a medical malpractice claim. At Carlson Bier, we offer unrivaled expertise and compassionate counsel as part of our commitment in securing the best possible outcome for victims of medical malpractice. We are highly experienced trial lawyers with an indefatigable dedication towards helping wronged patients rightfully seek compensation for injuries suffered under such circumstances. Our vast knowledge-base on Illinois’ complex liability laws ensures we meticulously navigate every angle of your case, leaving no stone unturned when it comes to fighting tirelessly in pursuit of justice for you. This rigorous approach demonstrates why many consider us a compelling choice while seeking legal assistance following instances involving medical malpractice. Let Carlson Bier uphold your rights passionately and expertly where quality legal services are non-negotiable.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in West City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a team of dedicated personal injury lawyers based in Illinois. With our comprehensive experience in personal injury law, and specifically medical malpractice cases, we aim to ensure victims of medical negligence get the justice they deserve. Medical malpractice is an area that requires depth of knowledge and expertise – exactly what you’ll find at Carlson Bier.

When it comes to detailed information about medical malpractice, it all boils down to understanding its nitty-gritty. Defined as professional negligence by a healthcare provider or professional, this kind of misconduct can range from errors in diagnosis, treatment, health management to aftercare procedures. This can result in severe harm or even fatal consequences for the patient.

Expertise Matters

• Specialized knowledge: When you come to us with your case relating to medical malpractice claims, rest assured that you have experts handling it on your behalf who understand both the legal and technical aspects involved.

• Proficiency in negotiation: We make every effort possible towards reaching a fair settlement through negotiation before heading to court.

• Courtroom prowess: If a fair resolution isn’t reached via negotiation and your case heads to court, our experienced litigation lawyers stand ready to advocate tirelessly on your behalf.

Medical Malpractice Explained

Even though health care professionals pledge the Hippocratic Oath promising their commitment towards providing competent care; not all maintain their fidelity towards the promise. Regrettably lapses occur resulting in instances like:

• Misdiagnosis: Sometimes doctors misinterpret symptoms leading to incorrect diagnosis which can worsen the patient’s condition unknowing of their actual ailment.

• Surgery Errors: An error during operation can lead lifelong damaging impacts such serious infections or even death.

• Medication Errors: Providing wrong drug/mixture/dosage may induce harmful side effects causing serious reactions.

At Carlson Bier we believe that awareness is the first step towards redressal. Understanding potential areas prone to lapses helps decide the course to pursue for claiming rightful compensation.

Legal Framework

In Illinois, specific frameworks govern medical malpractice. Time limits, also known as statutes of limitations exist and it’s critical to file a claim within these specified boundaries. Damages too have their own ceilings; hence understanding the quantum you can rightfully claim holds importance in your legal pursuit. Other fundamental aspects involve providing valid certificates of merit when submitting a claim, elucidating evidences indicating medical negligence by care providers. With our guidance at Carlson Bier, you will not be navigating this complicated path alone — we are here to lend our expertise every step of the way.

Accomplished Track Record

Thousands of individuals seeking justice for medical negligence have found it through our efforts. Our stellar reputation comes from dedicated work towards successful resolution and highest level client service based on partnership approach dedicated towards guiding you through each phase of the litigation process.

Our guarantee is simple: At Carlson Bier, we do not charge until we win your case! If you wish to know more about what makes us your ideal choice for personal injury attorneys in Illinois or how much your case could potentially earn as damages, click on the button below right away for an immediate, no-obligation consultation with our experienced lawyers. Navigate this difficult journey with us – team Carlson Bier stands ready to fight on behalf of those wrongfully injured due to professional negligence in health-care settings across Illinois.

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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 West City

Bicycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Scald Burns

Extending professional legal services for people of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Extending dedicated legal support for victims affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Responsibility

Handling cases involving unsafe products, offering specialist legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Tumble Incidents

Specialist in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking restitution for their injuries.

Newborn Harms

Extending legal aid for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Collisions

Accidents: Committed to helping sufferers of car accidents obtain fair settlement for hurts and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Committed to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Semi Mishap

Delivering experienced legal support for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for damages.

Building Accidents

Engaged in defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Brain Harms

Specializing in extending professional legal representation for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Damages

Skilled in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Committed to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Death

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and adept legal assistance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Injury

Committed to representing individuals with vertebral damage, offering professional legal assistance to secure recovery.

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