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When faced with the indescribable suffering of losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or deliberate action, having professional guidance is essential. In such trying instances, Carlson Bier emerges as a smart choice for the families seeking wrongful death legal representation in Merrionette Park. Not just because our experience and reputation precede us, but more profoundly due to our commitment towards defending your rights powerfully while empathizing with your loss deeply. We understand that no compensation can replace what you have lost; nonetheless, we work diligently ensuring that justice is served through rightful monetary relief. Our attorneys at Carlson Bier possess extensive knowledge about Illinois Wrongful Death laws – this expertise allows them to craft robust cases on behalf of our clients every time! Overcoming grief along with navigating tricky legal landscapes seem daunting; by choosing Carlson Bier as your ally during these hard times makes this journey less complex and isolating. Trust Carlsson Bier – where empathy meets expertise – let us be there for you in Merrionette Park!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Merrionette Park Illinois

Welcome to the expertly crafted webpage of our esteemed law firm, Carlson Bier – Your trusted beacon for personal injury legal support in Illinois. We focus our intelligence and tenacity on cases that tragically fall into the category of Wrongful Death. At Carlson Bier, we are driven by a passion to serve justice where it’s due and extend unwavering support to those families who have lost their loved ones due to someone else’s negligence.

Navigating through wrongful death litigation can be emotionally draining and complex; hence we offer our expertise to bring clarity for you during these troubled times. Well-acquainted with Illinois state laws and rich experiential knowledge allows us to meticulously represent your claims providing essential guidance at every step ensuring nothing is overlooked.

Wrongful Death, as per Illinois law, occurs when an individual loses his life due to someone else’s misconduct or negligence leading possibly from a car accident, medical malpractice or workplace incidents. Here are some key considerations relating:

• Proving liability: It is imperative that the defendant’s carelessness directly resulted in the death.

• Statutory beneficiaries: Only certain family members like spouses, parents or children may prove they suffered real damages.

• Statute of Limitations: A timely claim ensures effective case building since wrongful death claims need filing within two years of the incident.

Our compassionate team understands that no amount of compensation can truly replace your loss but seeking rightful financial recovery helps lift an added burden in trying times. Through diligent investigation and documentation process coupled with assertive trial advocacy if necessary – we ensure maximum damages are pursued.

The various channels towards compensation include:

• Medical cost incurred before passing

• Loss of anticipated earnings until time of retirement/death

• Loss consortium/companionship/parental guidance

• Emotional pain & suffering endured by survivors

Our collective team intellect leaves no stone unturned while investigating intricate details surrounding a case – From gathering evidence proving liability, demonstrating the financial toll to presenting a cogent case that succinctly expresses your ordeal. The primary focus at Carlson Bier remains unwavering – to assertively advocate for your right.

Boasting a respectable record of aiding families in regaining stability after their monumental loss, our firm staunchly believes that seeking rightful justice should not compound your tribulations. Hence, we follow an empathetic approach making legal services affordable. Apart from offering free initial consultation, if we symbolize you in wrongful death claim – fees are only collected once damages have been recovered successfully via settlement or trial victory.

Simply put, wrongful death cases demand strong legal expertise and relentless pursuit of truth couple with utmost compassion. A powerful triad we at Carlson Bier bring forth zealously through our stepping stones of commitment towards integrity, perseverance and heartfelt empathy for all our client needs.

As distinguished members of the Illinois personal injury attorney community but without a physical location in Merrionette Park, we graciously invite you to explore further how much your case might be worth. We gain immense pride from being able to present dependable options borne out of successful advocacy on behalf of bereaved families seeking closure and justice.

With life-altering consequences embracing the aftermaths of wrongful death tragedy- Your path clarity begins here! Look no further than Carlson Bier for comprehensive understanding matched by formidable representation- Click the button below today to find out how much your case is magnanimously worth potentially providing solace through better future security. Secure peace bidding adieu uncertainty pressing towards rightful recompense leveraging decades honed expertise-your trusted partners herein seek justice and healing impeccably served together as synonymous qualities at Carlson Bier law firm.

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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 Merrionette Park

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Proficient in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Fire Damages

Giving professional legal services for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Delivering dedicated legal representation for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Accountability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, supplying expert legal help to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Accidents

Professional in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking compensation for their injuries.

Birth Damages

Supplying legal aid for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Accidents: Dedicated to helping victims of car accidents secure equitable settlement for injuries and harm.

Scooter Crashes

Committed to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Semi Collision

Offering experienced legal assistance for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for damages.

Construction Accidents

Engaged in defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Neurological Damages

Specializing in offering specialized legal advice for clients suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Injuries

Specialized in handling cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Expert in legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Demise

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and adept legal support to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Harm

Expert in representing clients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal assistance to secure justice.

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