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When confronted with the unfortunate circumstances of wrongful death, you deserve unparalleled legal representation to ensure justice. Carlson Bier is here for you as an esteemed and skilled law firm dedicated exclusively to personal injury cases, most notably in wrongful death suits within Illinois’ jurisdictions. The experienced lawyers at Carlson Bier are committed to steadfastly advocating on your behalf and navigating through the complex legal environment to unequivocally defend your rights against any wrongdoers. Utilizing extensive investigative techniques paired with a sophisticated understanding of related laws, we target a thorough resolution by way of diligent advocacy or via negotiations for settlements that justifiably compensate for all losses suffered. Operating across cities such as Aledo, our profound commitment extends throughout Illinois whereby we understand each case’s individual core intricacies related closely to their unique locations. Rely on the exceptional services offered by Carlson Bier – let us focus on the pursuit of justice so that during this grievous time, you can concentrate solely on healing.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Aledo Illinois

At Carlson Bier, your legal integrity and professional needs are our top priority. As an exemplary personal injury law firm in Illinois, specializing in Wrongful Death cases is among our most dedicated services. By its nature, a wrongful death claim arises when a person loses their life due to the legal fault of another person or entity – be it an individual, a company, or even the government at times. These instances can stand as emotionally traumatizing periods for loved ones left behind, especially considering the damages that often accompany them: lost wages from the deceased, loss of companionship, expenses associated with death including funerals and burials.

Carlson Bier prides itself on providing compassionate service coupled with relentless determination to secure justice for our clients. We understand how crucial personalized assistance and guidance are in these cases as you navigate the intricate maze of Illinois’ Wrongful Death laws. While it may appear overwhelming initially, we assure you it isn’t with expertise on your side.

• One key point to consider is that not anyone has standing grounds to file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the decedent.

• The executor or administrator of the estate typically files such lawsuits.

• This suit aims not merely for compensation but also effectively preventing future incidents akin by holding those responsible accountable.

In wrongful death cases involving minors under eighteen years of age:

• Biological or adoptive parents generally have exclusive authority over deciding if they want to file such suits within two years following their child’s passing away because these situations often demand meticulous attention to detail.

Moreover…

• It’s important to note that according to Illinois state law, there’s a cap on “noneconomic” damages (such as pain suffering) in medical malpractice deaths only. However, this limit doesn’t apply generally: meaning no restrictions exist in compensations relating to hospital bills accrued before somebody’s passing away due failed treatments attributed directly toward defendant doctors involved.

Navigating complex legislation surrounding wrongful death is never straightforward without experienced professionals by your side, like those at Carlson Bier. Our mission is to remove as much burden from your shoulders during these challenging times and aggressively fight for justice by advocating on your behalf. Our lawyers have the experience and knowledge necessary to establish liability, ensure all financial expenses are suitably covered, and ultimately maximize compensation.

When choosing a law firm in Illinois to represent you in a wrongful death case, Carlson Bier exactly meets the criteria of what you should be looking for: we’re renowned for our rigorous analytical skills combating such complex cases combined with empathy that extends beyond professional horizons.

An integral part of understanding whether to proceed with filing a Wrongful Death lawsuit incorporates realizing just how invaluable professional legal counsel can prove – it’s crucial not only in gathering evidence but also articulating it strategically before court. Hence, gaining insight into an approximate compensation figure becomes pivotal if not essential when making informed choices about possible lawsuits aftermath this extraordinarily grave event.

With diverse legal situations presented throughout different wrongful death cases implying no set formula determines compensations awarded consequently—it truly proves indispensable possessing solid attorneys fighting relentlessly ensuring competent representation.

Considering moving forward with a Wrongful Death claim? As daunting as it may seem initially—believing us; knowing ahead brings more relief than anxiety finally uncovering any ambiguities related previous notions. Wrapped up within heartfelt condolences surviving family members left behind after such life-altering incidents, Carlson Bier encourages clicking below which enables estimating tentative value attached forthwith this particular incident suffered unfortunately against your loved one – discovering together how much their case could potentially be worth today…

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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 Aledo

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or risky conditions.

Burn Traumas

Supplying skilled legal services for people of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Clinical Malpractice

Delivering specialist legal assistance for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Liability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, offering adept legal guidance to consumers affected by harmful products.

Elder Malpractice

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

Tumble & Stumble Mishaps

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Newborn Wounds

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

Motor Incidents

Mishaps: Dedicated to supporting patients of car accidents gain just payout for damages and harm.

Bike Incidents

Focused on providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Semi Mishap

Providing expert legal advice for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for damages.

Construction Collisions

Engaged in defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Traumas

Committed to delivering compassionate legal advice for clients suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at managing cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Focused on legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Fatality

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and skilled legal support to ensure fairness.

Neural Injury

Expert in advocating for victims with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal guidance to secure recovery.

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