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The tragic loss of a loved one can leave surviving relatives burdened with not only emotional grief, but also the financial instability caused by wrongful death. Carlson Bier seeks to ease this hardship in Granville by advocating diligently for victims’ families. As seasoned Wrongful Death attorneys, our approach is strategic and empathetic, understanding that each case carries unique circumstances requiring definitive expertise. At Carlson Bier, we are committed to relentlessly pursuing justice while providing compassionate representation throughout your proceeding.

Our firm’s stellar reputation stems from an established record of positive outcomes on behalf of grieving families; substantiating our proficiency as Wrongful Death legal stalwarts who consistently prevail over powerful insurance industry giants and negligent parties alike. Relying on Carlson Bier means conceding no ground when it comes to securing due compensation related directly or indirectly through loss wages, medical expenses or pain and suffering.

Remember: There’s never justification for negligence culminating in fatal consequences! The highly skilled attorneys at Carlson Bier stand ready in these trying times – unyieldingly prudent yet passionately resolute – proving why we’re your optimal consideration when seeking a wrongful death attorney.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Granville Illinois

If you or your loved one have experienced the unfortunate tragic event of wrongful death, Carlson Bier law firm is poised to provide committed and compassionate legal help. With unrivaled expertise in personal injury law across Illinois, we are dedicated toward pursuing justice for victims of wrongful death.

Wrongful death falls under the scope of tort law and refers to a situation where an individual dies due to the negligence or misconduct of another entity or person. This could range from motor vehicle accidents caused by drinking and driving, medical malpractice cases where healthcare professionals failed to serve their duties skillfully, product liabilities involving defective products or even acts characterized by intentional violence.

• The crux of wrongful death lawsuits revolves around four essential elements: Negligence; Breach Of Duty; Causation; Damages.

– In order to file a proper lawsuit for wrongful death, it is critical that apparent evidence be present pointing towards the element of negligence as a root cause leading to fatality.

– A relation between the victim’s death and the defendant’s duty needs to be established. Breaching this duty escalates into scenarios accountable for loss instigated.

– An evident causal relationship must exist which can directly link how a particular act led to an individual’s death.

– Lastly, quantifiable damages need affirmation including aspects associated with medical expenses prior to one’s demise, funeral costs along with future earning potential losses if applicable – necessary elements in calculating settlements or judgments in these cases.

The pain experienced from losing someone before his/her time due to others’ action extends beyond words. At Carlson Bier, our skilled attorneys understand this immense mental trauma suffered by you and henceforth commit ourselves thoroughly at every step throughout this tough journey seeking rightful compensation for your loss.

In Illinois State Law dictates who qualifies as a potential claimant in wrongful death claims – primarily focusing on direct family members (spouses & children), parents (for minors) followed by siblings if decedent was unmarried or had no offspring. Our adept legal team can navigate the complexities of this aspect, ensuring an uncomplicated and robust representation.

Furthermore, our personal injury attorneys interpret how Illinois law dedicates a specific duration within which claims are permissible – typically starting from the victim’s death date extending to 2 years. This statute of limitations seemingly presents sufficient time, but we highly recommend prompt measures for preserving key evidence and witness statements if needed.

Our legal services go beyond mere monetary gains – it is about restoring hope while serving call for justice and offering closure during these grieving times. Wrangling with insurance carriers or interested parties comes off as overwhelming in such situations; hence our seasoned professionals undertake those responsibilities on your behalf.

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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 Granville

Bike Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Offering specialist legal advice for people of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Clinical Malpractice

Extending specialist legal services for persons affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Fault

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, offering specialist legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Aged Abuse

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Stumble Occurrences

Adept in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Birth Injuries

Delivering legal help for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Collisions

Accidents: Devoted to aiding victims of car accidents get equitable payout for injuries and harm.

Bike Collisions

Focused on providing legal support for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Semi Accident

Ensuring expert legal services for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for hurts.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Head Impairments

Focused on extending expert legal advice for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Undeserved Passing

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Focused on assisting persons with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal assistance to secure settlement.

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