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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate event of birth injuries, you need a trusted legal ally like Carlson Bier. With specialization in personal injury law and particularly Birth Injuries cases, our savvy team offers knowledge-based legal counsel for families navigating these complex circumstances. As much as birth is typically synonymous with joy and hope, when it culminates into a traumatic experience such as birth injuries – prompt intervention by experienced lawyers gains prominence. Being based in Illinois gives us the edge to understanding state-specific clientele needs more deeply than most attorney groups might profess to do. Operating from this standpoint puts us securely ahead when dealing with challenges that necessitate an acute local law interpretation or require extensive familiarity with regional judiciary guidelines. Choose Carlson Bier not just for our impressive track record but also because we understand your situation beyond briefs and courts; offering sympathetic yet rigorous representation right through your pursuit of justice after enduring the fallout from events that led to those regrettable birth injuries.

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Birth Injuries Lawyers in Danvers Illinois

At Carlson Bier Group, we understand that the joy of welcoming a new family member can swiftly turn to pain and confusion if your child suffers a birth injury. Coupled with an array of emotions, you may also be faced with uncertainty about what caused the injury and how it could affect your child’s future. We’re here to help you navigate these complex issues and ensure that justice is served.

Birth injuries represent some of the most devastating types of personal injury cases. These are mishaps that occur during labor or delivery which result in harm to the baby—often due to medical negligence or malpractice. There are several types of birth injuries, ranging from minor manifestations such as swelling or bruising, to severe forms like brain damage leading conditions like cerebral palsy or Erb’s palsy.

• Cerebral Palsy: This condition affects body movement and muscle coordination. It usually arises from damage to the brain before, during or shortly after birth.

• Erb’s Palsy: Resulting from injury to the brachial plexus nerves (those supplying arms and hands), this leads to partial or total loss of motion in the affected limb.

• Bone fractures: A common type is clavicle fracture often occurring during difficult deliveries.

• Perinatal Asphyxia: This involves decreased blood flow to baby’s brain causing physical and mental complications might show up immediately or later on.

All these conditions can not only impose life-long physical limitations for a child but can also lead to significant financial strain on families due to high medical costs coupled with continuous care requirements.

At Carlson Bier Group, our team comprises experienced attorneys who intimately understand Illinois law pertaining personal injuries especially those suffered at birth. Few things are more valuable than peace of mind – knowing that your case is being handled by legal professionals committed towards safeguarding your interests while striving vehemently for justice against all odds.

We recognize each case is unique thus we take a personalized approach. We begin by conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the facts surrounding your case, and establishing if negligence or medical malpractice did play a part. Our dedicated team of attorneys collaborates with medical experts to strengthen your legal claim and flesh out an effective litigation strategy.

Our commitment extends beyond just winning cases but revolves around offering you support during this trying time. Being well-versed in birth injury cases; our strategic competencies mean we are always well-prepared for complexities that might emerge, enhancing chances of securing maximum deserved compensation.

Remember, according to Illinois law, there’s a stipulated statute limitation for filing suit for personal injuries which makes it vital not to waste any time – we need every possible minute on our side.

We know the decision of law firm selection is crucial one can influence outcome of you case heavily thus finding right attorney is paramount – Carlson Bier Group invites you continue reading about our expertise and history of client success stories undeniably prove why so many families place their trust in us.

At Carlson Bier Group, we don’t bill you unless we successfully secure compensation on your behalf: emblematic of our confidence in ability to fight for justice effectively but also reflective towards easing some financial worry from your shoulders.

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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 Danvers

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Burns

Providing professional legal help for people of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Physician Incompetence

Delivering professional legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Responsibility

Taking on cases involving defective products, extending skilled legal services to victims affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Malpractice

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

Slip and Stumble Incidents

Professional in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Injuries

Offering legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Crashes

Collisions: Concentrated on supporting victims of car accidents receive appropriate payout for injuries and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Accident

Offering adept legal assistance for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for harms.

Building Crashes

Dedicated to representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Brain Harms

Specializing in delivering specialized legal services for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Skilled in handling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unfair Death

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and skilled legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Damage

Dedicated to defending persons with paralysis, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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