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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you fall victim to medical malpractice in Wood River, Carlson Bier champions your right for comprehensive legal recourse with unmatched expertise. Their dedicated team of seasoned personal injury lawyers understand the emotional and physical stress that follows a medical error, fighting relentlessly on your behalf against healthcare professionals and establishments whose negligence has led to unwarranted pain or suffering. A proven record of successful case outcomes speaks volumes about their commitment to justice in every complex facet of medical malpractice litigation. To secure fair compensation for clients is at the heart of their operation; they consider every detail wisely when representing victims subjected to misdiagnosis, botched surgery, incorrect medication prescription or lackadaisical post-operative care among other forms of clinical breach. Furthermore, choosing Carlson Bier means not only gaining trusted allies who possess extensive experience within Illinois’s specific legal landscape but also who continually stay abreast with evolutions in global healthcare regulations and protocols that may influence proceedings.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Wood River Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, leading personal injury attorneys in Illinois. We are dedicated to providing superior legal services in the field of personal injury law with a particular emphasis on Medical Malpractice – a complex area that not only demands expert understanding and interpretation of medical procedures but also meticulous attention to detail.

Medical Malpractice is a severe issue impacting countless individuals and their families every year. In essence, it represents instances where healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses or other medical staff act negligently, leading to potential harm or injuries for the patients under their care. Among its more common forms include misdiagnoses, surgical errors, labor and delivery injuries, lack of informed consent before treatment, anesthesia mistakes and medication errors among others.

Understanding both the depth and breadth of this practice area is critical when pursuing rightful compensation. Here at Carlson Bier we provide comprehensive representation by:

• Determining if negligent health care workers were responsible for your injuries.

• Working with trusted independent medical consultants to validate malpractice claims

• Demonstrating sustained damages due to maladministration.

• Filing necessary documents timely following rigid deadlines enforced by Illinois statutes.

Our expertise extends beyond simply meeting procedural requirements; We take into account the complexities surrounding your case’s individual circumstances comprehensively. We consider severity of harm inflicted, emotional distress experienced, loss-of-wage issues as well as long-term impacts relating to cases like chronic conditions or disabilities caused by negligence while establishing our approach towards recovery claim.

The ultimate resolution can hinge greatly upon choosing wisely whom you entrust your cause with. As such we encourage clients seeking redressal against those in breach of professional duty causing them undue harm and suffering to discern between mere claims and proven results demonstrated over broad range portfolios

Over decades serving diverse clientele across Illinois state from big cities suburban towns alike without ever misrepresenting our geographic presence which some practices resort today: even overcoming regional constraints delivering top notch legal support regardless boundaries!

For personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier, the fight for justice goes beyond rooms filled with legal briefs and formal suits. We believe in personal connections with clients, approaching each case as an opportunity to help heal individuals and families deeply distressed due to someone else’s negligence. Our commitment is unwavering – from understanding your story in detail, explaining the law and your options, relentlessly building a robust case till advocating passionately for you at every step of the process.

When it comes to Medical Malpractice, we understand both: its complex legal landscape and the intense emotional trauma it causes victims and their families who deserve answers, justice – fair compensation alike. With our skilled personal injury lawyers overseeing your claim journey…you don’t face these challenges alone!

Simply put: we’re here to deliver diligent care support strength bringing decades’ worth negative experiences forward making difference lives affected encouraging anyone believes been victim – reach out learn more about their rightful remedies no longer remain trapped unawareness hesitance insurmountable mountains costly medical bills piling stress instead start taking steps towards solution possible brighter future.

At Carlson Bier, achieving success isn’t just about winning a case; it’s about helping you regain control over your life. Empowering you means equipping you with information and addressing all lingering questions or concerns that might be holding you back from pursuing action against those responsible for compromising on quality health care services thereby causing undue suffering.

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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 Wood River

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or perilous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Giving skilled legal advice for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Medical Malpractice

Extending specialist legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Accountability

Dealing with cases involving defective products, extending skilled legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall & Trip Injuries

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

Birth Damages

Providing legal aid for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Collisions: Focused on helping clients of car accidents receive just remuneration for harms and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Committed to providing legal support for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Big Rig Accident

Extending professional legal assistance for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for damages.

Construction Site Incidents

Focused on assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Damages

Dedicated to delivering expert legal assistance for victims suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Specialized in addressing cases for people who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Spine Harm

Committed to representing victims with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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