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If you’re seeking proficient Wrongful Death legal counsel in Deerfield, Carlson Bier provides exemplary services anchored in years of expertise and an unwavering commitment to justice. We understand the onslaught of grief, disbelief, and financial distress that a wrongful death can thrust upon those left behind; consequently, our primary mission is to assist families through these painful times by ardently advocating for their rights. While headquartered in Illinois, at Carlson Bier your case isn’t just another file; it’s treated with utmost importance because we believe in the sanctity of life and affirming its value legally. Our diligent team comprises responsive lawyers who are versed comprehensively in Illinois’ complex Wrongful Death laws; thereby ensuring meticulous handling of your cases from investigation up until settlement or trial process accomplishment. Success for us entails yielding satisfying outcomes for clients while relieving them some emotional burden they carry during this unfortunate period—making Carlson Bier a favorable consideration when exploring adept wrongful death representation options. Rest assured that our integrity-centered ethos guarantees ethical operations aligned with pertinent legislations even as we continually strive to serve every client as effectively as possible.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Deerfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in wrongful death cases to alleviate the pain and stress caused by unforeseen and tragic circumstances. Wrongful death is a legal term that describes a situation where an individual’s negligence or misconduct leads to another person’s demise. Our Illinois-based team of personal injury lawyers has decades of experience effectively advocating for families who have lost their loved ones due to someone else’s carelessness or criminal intent.

• Negligence Can Cause Wrongful Death: One aspect to understand about wrongful death is its causation. If a person fails in their duty of care leading to an accidental death, it amounts to wrongful death. This could be reckless driving resulting in fatal accidents, improper medical treatment causing patient’s demise or unsafe work conditions leading to deadly disasters. At Carlson Bier we examine each case thoroughly ensuring every facet comes into the forefront helping us build robust legal defense for our clients.

• Who Can File For It: In Illinois law, immediate family members such as spouses and children usually file these lawsuits. However, anyone financially affected by the deceased person’s loss can file too; this may include non-immediate family members like grandparents or siblings.

Every detail matters in a wrongful death suit. From determining the responsible party to calculating fair compensation covering financial losses as well as emotional distress caused due to sudden loss – the process might be overwhelming without proper guidance. With our experienced personal injury attorneys from Carlson Bier at your side, rest assured every step will be meticulously planned and executed.

Our illustrious history stands testament to our dedication towards pursuing justice tirelessly on behalf of grieving families; easing them through the complex legal maze while dispelling any myths that might add unnecessary burden onto their already heavy hearts.

For instance:

• Myth Vs Reality – Lottery-Like Windfalls: Many people believe winning a wrongful death lawsuit guarantees substantial monetary awards akin to hitting lotto jackpots which simply isn’t true. Compensation depends heavily on various factors including income of the deceased, number of dependents and so on.

• The Critical Time Factor: Contrary to some misconceptions, wrongful death suit has a specific timeline. Known as the statute of limitations this varies in every State – in Illinois it’s usually 2 years from the date of death.

Our team at Carlson Bier diligently lays out all evidence after methodical investigation preserving your right to hold those responsible accountable for their actions that led to such devastating loss. We understand the balancing act needed between aggressively pursuing justice while respecting grieving families’ need for space which we handle with utmost compassion.

We take pride in offering comprehensive support where you won’t just find legal counsel but also empathetic allies who are committed towards asserting justice for your loved one’s wrongful demise. Your journey towards closure can start today; finding peace through compassionate resolution is a path we have enabled numerous families tread on successfully over our long-standing presence in personal injury law.

Apart from focusing solely on winning your case, we strive to educate our clients about all aspects impacting their lawsuit. We advocate empowering rightful claimants through knowledge enriched insights enabling them make informed decisions during difficult times.

The process behind each case might differ, however, what remains constant is our unyielding dedication and unwavering commitment towards achieving desired results against wrongful death cases because at Carlson Bier – victim’s voices never go unheard!

Finally, don’t hesitate or delay moving forward because time can be essential when filing claims. Use the button below and obtain free evaluation of your case by professional attorneys who have been tireless advocates for justice throughout Illinois. At Carlson Bier get ready to explore what your case could be potentially worth under no obligation whatsoever knowing well that everyone deserves unbiased access to quality legal representation irrespective of varying circumstances they find themselves wrapped within post facing tragic loss caused due unlawful actions leading up someone else’s unfortunate negligence culminating into untimely deathfall causing devastation prevalent across affected family members left behind.

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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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Wrongful Death FAQ​

Wrongful death occurs when a person’s death is caused by the negligence or recklessness of another person.

The following people may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit:

  • The spouse or children of the deceased
  • The parents of the deceased
  • The siblings of the deceased
  • The personal representative of the deceased’s estate

To prove a wrongful death claim in Illinois, the plaintiff must prove the following elements:

  • The defendant owed the deceased a duty of care.
  • The defendant breached that duty of care.
  • The breach of duty caused the death of the deceased.
  • The plaintiff suffered damages as a result of the death of the deceased.

In a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois, you may be able to recover the following types of damages:

  • Pecuniary damages: These damages are designed to compensate the plaintiff for the financial losses they have suffered as a result of the death of the deceased. This could include lost wages, medical expenses, and funeral expenses.
  • Non-pecuniary damages: These damages are designed to compensate the plaintiff for the non-financial losses they have suffered as a result of the death of the deceased. This could include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, and loss of parental guidance.

The statute of limitations for wrongful death lawsuits in Illinois is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of the death to file a lawsuit.

If you have any questions about your legal rights or options after a wrongful death, you should contact an experienced wrongful death attorney.

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Areas of Practice in Deerfield

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Burns

Supplying adept legal support for people of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Clinical Malpractice

Offering specialist legal support for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving problematic products, delivering skilled legal support to consumers affected by defective items.

Geriatric Malpractice

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Stumble Incidents

Adept in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their losses.

Infant Traumas

Supplying legal assistance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Incidents: Devoted to supporting victims of car accidents gain appropriate payout for damages and destruction.

Motorcycle Accidents

Committed to providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Truck Accident

Providing expert legal support for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for injuries.

Building Site Collisions

Concentrated on defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Neurological Injuries

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal assistance for clients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Harms

Skilled in handling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Focused on legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Death

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and professional legal representation to ensure justice.

Neural Harm

Specializing in defending individuals with vertebral damage, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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