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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing a birth injury case, it’s essential to engage the expertise of reputable attorneys who specialize in this field. Carlson Bier is broadly recognized for its successful representation of countless similar cases throughout Illinois. Our team consists of highly trained lawyers with an unmatched understanding and in-depth knowledge concerning the intricacies related to birth injuries’ legalities. Regardless of whether it’s medical negligence or another involved aspect, we work diligently on every detail for maximum compensation achievable under Illinois law.

Our firm’s commitment extends beyond just winning your case; we take pride in providing unparalleled support during these tough times as well. We firmly believe that each family dealing with such devastating circumstances deserves top-tier legal service without added emotional stress.

Trusting Carlson Bier means investing in experience, dedication, compassion – qualities crucial when handling delicate matters like birth injuries litigations. Opting for lesser experienced firms may put you at risk of disappointing results – choose wisely and let us offer you our expert assistance first hand.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Woodstock Illinois

As Carlson Bier, we’re a distinguished group of professional personal injury attorneys based in Illinois. For numerous years, we’ve been dedicated to advocating for victims of various types of injustices and discrepancies. Among these are birth injuries—unfortunate incidents that occur during childbirth due to medical negligence or oversight.

Understanding what constitutes a birth injury helps you seek appropriate legal redress if need be. Birth injuries can vary from minor bruises that heal with time, to severe injuries that lead to long-term disabilities requiring lifelong care. Some common examples include:

• Cerebral Palsy: This condition could occur as a result of insufficient oxygen supply to a baby’s brain during delivery.

• Erb’s Palsy: Typically resulting from difficulties during delivery, this condition causes weakness and loss of motion in the arm.

• Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): This involves damage caused by reduced blood flow or oxygen deprivation leading to the death of brain cells.

• Perinatal Asphyxia: Another consequence of oxygen deprivation can cause organ malfunction.

These conditions may lead to permanent lifestyle changes both for the child and their caregiver and give rise to significant economic burden owing to continuous medical expense.

At Carlson Bier, our experts understand how daunting it is for parents who have just had their newborn injured because of malpractice or neglect while anticipating one of life’s most joyous moments. We’ll meticulously review the pertinent medical records that detail prenatal care through labor and delivery up until postnatal check-up. Our objective will be aimed at determining any breach in standard medical procedure was contributory towards the unfortunate incident.

Emphasizing on Carlson Bier expertise:

Our attorneys offer individualized services founded on extensive legal understanding specifically regarding birth related unfortunates such as initial consultation free-of-charge, evidence collection assistance, calculating potential compensation based on physical pain, emotional suffering including financial losses incurred because outlays like future therapy costs.

Moreover, pertinent case law and regulatory frameworks applicable to your situation would be comprehensively analyzed to equip you with the best chance for recompense. Also importantly, as supporters for victims of birth injuries Carlson Bier ensures application of a contingency-based fee structure—you won’t incur attorney’s fees unless we successfully pursue your claim.

Recognizing how emotionally challenging it is to address a situation concerning birth injury—our empathetic approach essentially influences our work ethic. We strive to alleviate the stress that often comes with such situations by handling the intricacies so families can focus on recovery and adjustment.

Leading with compassion and expertise, our proficient attorneys at Carlson Bier are committed wholly towards ensuring justice finds its course while minimizing the complexities attached in the process so you could soon look forward for a hopeful future following a heartrending incident.

Pride ourselves in being dedicated advocates continually striving towards protecting clients’ rights whilst constantly aspiring elevating their quality of life amidst challenges arising due to unfortunate incidents like birth injury cases necessitating legal redress signify just who Carlson Bier is as personal injury attorney group based none other but in Illinois itself.

Considering seeking counsel right away can potentially ensure better prospect maximizing remuneration owed by ensuring timely filing crucial lawsuit under stipulated statutes limitation prescribed legally don’t delay reaching out making initial consultation appointment.

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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 Woodstock

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Traumas

Offering adept legal help for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Physician Negligence

Offering experienced legal representation for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Accountability

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal guidance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Malpractice

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip & Slip Incidents

Skilled in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking recovery for their injuries.

Birth Damages

Providing legal aid for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Crashes: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents obtain reasonable settlement for harms and impairment.

Motorcycle Collisions

Expert in providing legal advice for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Trucking Crash

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for hurts.

Building Accidents

Dedicated to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Cerebral Harms

Dedicated to providing dedicated legal advice for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in managing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Crashes

Expert in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Death

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and adept legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Harm

Specializing in advocating for individuals with spine impairments, offering expert legal support to secure justice.

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