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About Carlson Bier Associates

Navigating the complex world of medical malpractice claims requires a skilled and experienced team, such as Carlson Bier. Known for their dedication to their clients, this exemplary law firm excels in understanding Illinois’ intricate medical malpractice laws, strategically maneuvering through each unique case to achieve favorable results. Their commitment extends beyond legal representation; they listen and empathize with clients going through challenging times due to medical negligence. What distinguishes Carlson Bier from others is its unmistakable knack for handling vigorously disputes related to healthcare mistakes or oversights while upholding absolute professionalism every step of the way. Entrusted by countless individuals across Westchester who have faced adverse health circumstances because of inattention or carelessness by healthcare providers, it’s no surprise that many consider turning to Carlson Bier when seeking justice is paramount. In an area fraught with complexity like medical malpractice litigation you need someone knowledgeable enough about these cases’ intricacies – entrust your claim to those at Carlson Bier where expertise meets understanding.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Westchester Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the emotional turmoil and profound distress that can follow a medical malpractice incident. We are committed to serving as relentless advocates for our clients who have been adversely affected due to professional negligence in the healthcare sector. As highly experienced personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we don’t just handle cases—we walk side by side with each of our clients through their journey towards justice and fair compensation.

Medical malpractice is an intricate field within personal injury law—it involves situations where healthcare professionals fail to provide standard care, leading to harm or death of patients. The consequences can be far-reaching, not just physically but emotionally and financially too. Here at Carlson Bier, we strive tirelessly to ensure our clients receive reparations that adequately address all these facets of their lives impacted by such negligence.

Let’s delve deeper into understanding Medical Malpractice:

• Standard of Care: There are established medical standards recognized by the healthcare industry as acceptable practices. Any deviation from these standards equating to careless or negligent behavior could potentially be identified as malpractice.

• Proving Negligence: To establish a case for medical malpractice, it is necessary to prove beyond reasonable doubt that there was indeed negligence involved—that the standard of care provided did fall short.

• Examples include Misdiagnosis/Delayed Diagnosis; Medication Errors; Anesthesia Errors; Surgery Errors.

• Injury or Death Due To Negligence: There needs to be a direct correlation between this failure in upholding accepted standards which results in injury or death.

When trust placed in medical professionals comes crashing down due to error or negligence, it can seem insurmountable—however, you do not need to overcome this alone—Carlson Bier is here for you every step.

Our dedicated team combines years of experience with cutting-edge legal knowledge and research techniques—to bring forth compelling evidence that lay bare any wrong-doings by responsible parties—the perpetrators must be held accountable!

With us fighting your corner, you can rest assured that proving negligence and establishing the connection with suffered injuries will be thoroughly attended to, diligently scrutinized and articulated convincingly in court.

Moreover, we consider it crucial for our clients to remain well informed—as defendants and insurance companies will often rely on potential confusion surrounding medical language and procedures—trust Carlson Bier to translate these complexities into straightforward explanations—to facilitate a solid understanding of what is happening during their case.

By partnering with us at Carlson Bier for your medical malpractice suit—you gain indispensable legal counsel—who shape compelling arguments based on tangible evidence; provide necessary moral support during tough times; navigate convoluted legalese; secure fair compensation wrap up necessary paperwork and fulfill time-sensitive requirements effectively.

Finally, it’s important to note that strong legal representation is not just about arguing in a courtroom—it’s also about empathy, compassion, reassurance—the knowledge that someone truly cares about you achieving justice and returns normalcy back into lives disrupted by medical negligence.

Choosing the right personal injury attorney can make a massive difference both now—for peace of mind—and soon as winning judgement or settlement sets course towards recovery—affecting all future decisions too!

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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 Westchester

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Proficient in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying professional legal advice for victims of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Medical Carelessness

Providing expert legal support for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Liability

Addressing cases involving defective products, extending adept legal services to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Mistreatment

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Slip Occurrences

Adept in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking recovery for their suffering.

Childbirth Injuries

Supplying legal guidance for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Mishaps: Concentrated on supporting patients of car accidents gain fair settlement for injuries and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal services for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Trucking Incident

Extending specialist legal services for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for injuries.

Building Site Crashes

Engaged in advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Head Harms

Specializing in delivering professional legal support for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Proficient in managing cases for people who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Expert in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Undeserved Passing

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and experienced legal services to ensure redress.

Vertebral Injury

Expert in supporting victims with paralysis, offering expert legal support to secure compensation.

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