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A sudden and untimely death can be a traumatizing event, intensifying when it is due to another’s negligence. In such times of distress, count on Carlson Bier for professional assistance in wrongful death claims. Since inception, our thorough investigation approach has consistently led us towards procuring rightful justice for victims’ families across the spectrum. As trusted wrongful death attorneys with an exemplary track record in Illinois, we bring comprehensive proficiency in litigation and negotiation to every case – securing full compensation rights while offering personalized advocacy services essential to your cause. We understand that no financial endeavor can fill the void left by your loved one but ensuring fair restitution eases this burdensome process somewhat. Our award-winning team will meticulously dissect every detail surrounding the unfortunate incident rendering insightful advice throughout complicated legal proceedings – it’s not just about providing representation; we stand behind you as ardent advocates through this heartrending journey.

Choosing Carlson Bier signifies opting for empathetic support along with adept legal counsel; guiding you steadfastly through these challenging times of loss.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Nashville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, your search for a team of highly qualified personal injury lawyers in Illinois ends. We take pride in our reputation as one of the leading firms in the area, specializing in Wrongful Death cases—a complex subset of Personal Injury Law. These situations involve losses that are devastating, profound, and life-altering. Our expert attorneys navigate these legal waters with utmost precision to offer you comfort during such strenuous times.

A wrongful death claim arises when someone’s negligence or wrongful act results in another person’s untimely demise. This type of claim is brought forward by the surviving members or representatives of the deceased individual’s estate. Our knowledgeable lawyer group firmly believes both in equipping our clients with essential information and delivering ultimate legal solutions.

Understanding Wrongful Death:

• The perpetrator ignored safety protocols.

• A car accident resulted from drunk driving or reckless behavior.

• Medical malpractice caused a fatal outcome.

• Workplace hazards were neglected leading to an unfortunate event.

The above examples paint a picture about what constitutes wrongful death scenarios but it theoretically applies to any situation where negligence or unscrupulousness leads to loss of life. The key points that shape a successful wrongful death lawsuit include:

• Proving Negligence: It revolves around conclusive evidence revealing that the accused behaved carelessly hence contributed to the accident.

• Breach Of Duty: One must demonstrate that the defendant owed a duty towards their loved one—be it following traffic rules as drivers or professionals adhering healthcare standards.

• Causation: Validating direct correlation between breach-of-duty and resulting fatality forms another crucial aspect.

Each case differs subtly yet significantly from others given its unique set of circumstances—to effectively manifest them into substantial arguments forms a large part of our professional prowess at Carlson Bier.

While no monetary compensation can truly make up for human loss, they potentially help cushion financial strains ensuing from such tragic events encompassing funeral costs, medical bills prior death, lost prospective inheritance and more. In Illinois, the law considers several aspects while approximating these compensatory figures:

• The deceased’s age, health condition, lifestyle, life expectancy prior to untimely demise,

• Potential financial contributions had they lived along with other non-economic factors like parental guidance loss.

Our team of compassionate professionals understands that you’re passing through an emotionally charged period—our commitment ensures generating the best possible outcome under given circumstances so you can focus on healing and remembering your loved one.

To say that a wrongful death claim is a complicated process would be an underscore—we view this complexity as multiple layers needing precise examinations to reach convincing conclusions. At Carlson Bier, we dive into each layer’s minute intricacies—the nuances becoming opportunities to jointly construct a comprehensive litigation strategy.

Anchoring this complex venture requires methodical preparation and strategic steps guided by skilled legal minds—presenting crucial evidences compellingly while counteracting opposing arguments is an art mastered steadily over years of experience; our credible attorneys bring remarkable professional knowledge combined with empathetic understanding onboard for your support.

Foregoing processes paint a chronology common for most Wrongful Death Lawsuits:

• Initiating Investigation: Gathering facts, analyzing evidence.

• Drafting Demand Letter.

• Filing Legal Suit if settlements aren’t reached upon mutual consent thereby launching the Discovery phase including depositions (sworn testimonies), interrogations etc.

After trial commencement or even during ongoing proceedings—court-based mediations could turn instrumental in settling cases outside court-roosted battles hence saving everyone valuable time and energy.

To recapitulate succinctly—losing beloved ones thrusts infinite heartache upon surviving members; navigating through ensuing legal maze adds undue stress onto already burdened shoulders—that’s why choosing experienced lawyers from Carlson Bier becomes vital pillar lending strength during such challenging times.

Shouldering burdens borne out of wrongful deaths—fighting relentlessly until justice is done, portraying highest dedication levels—these aren’t standard taglines but form the cornerstone of our practices at Carlson Bier. Let us support you throughout this arduous journey – simply click on the button below to discover what your case could potentially be worth. Your first step towards finding closure commences here with us—a dedicated team ceaselessly committed to its clients’ cause and comfort.

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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 Nashville

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Supplying expert legal help for individuals of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Healthcare Negligence

Providing experienced legal support for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving dangerous products, providing expert legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Senior Misconduct

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Incidents

Skilled in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking compensation for their suffering.

Newborn Injuries

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Crashes

Mishaps: Focused on supporting clients of car accidents get reasonable settlement for damages and losses.

Scooter Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

18-Wheeler Incident

Offering adept legal services for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for injuries.

Building Crashes

Engaged in defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Traumas

Expert in providing professional legal representation for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Proficient in addressing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Expert in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Wrongful Demise

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure compensation.

Spine Harm

Focused on assisting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal support to secure redress.

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