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If you or a loved one is dealing with the dire consequences of wrongful death in Cissna Park, Carlson Bier can offer comprehensive legal aid. With an unblemished track record and unparalleled expertise, we strive to seek justice for those who face unimaginable loss caused by another’s negligence or misconduct. Even in the face of complex situations, our skilled attorneys work diligently to contest liability issues and prove culpability so that bereaved families receive justified compensation. Our compassionate team understands how taxing these circumstances can be; hence, they strive not merely as your legal representatives but also as attentive listeners offering thorough guidance every step of the way. Although no amount of money can compensate for such a devastating loss, having dependable representation during this challenging time may help ease financial burdens imposed due to medical expenses or lost income. Choose Carlson Bier – where law meets empathy because your peace matters; let us fight relentlessly for your rightful recompense while providing indispensable emotional support amid trying times.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Cissna Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury cases, with a particular emphasis on Wrongful Death suits. Our Illinois-based law firm is committed to helping you navigate this distressing and complex area of personal injury law. Wrongful death claims occur when negligence or deliberate harmful action by another party results in the loss of life. If you have lost a loved one due to such circumstances, our compassionate team is here to guide you every step of the way.

Wrongful death claims can pertain to a range of situations including medical malpractice, accidents in the workplace, car crashes, product defects, slip and fall incidents amongst others. The key element that unifies these tragic scenarios is if your loved one’s demise was caused by someone else’s irresponsibility or intentional misconduct.

A wrongful death case holds certain complexities distinct from other personal injury cases:

– The essence of proof: To emerge victorious in any wrongful death suit, it is imperative to demonstrate ‘proof’ beyond any reasonable doubt that the accused’s negligence led directly to the fatal incident.

– Damages computation: Determining compensation is not straightforward as one must consider factors like pre-death pain and suffering (“survival claim”), and expenses related directly to injuries leading to their death (e.g., medical care).

– Statute limitations: In Illinois law, there exists a time limit for filing a lawsuit – usually two years from your loved one’s unfortunate demise unless exceptional circumstances apply.

Our team at Carlson Bier posseses deep expertise navigating these intricacies assuring clients that their case is being handled with utmost diligence. As attorneys specializing in wrongful deaths litigation within Illinois jurisdiction ,we understand that no monetary remuneration can bring back your beloved family member or compensate for their untimely loss but these lawsuits give victims an avenue for closure allowing them some degree solace amid grief.

No matter how complicated your situation may seem or how treacherous at first glance it may be to decipher negligent behavior from mere unfortunate occurrence, the Carlson Bier legal team possesses the necessary skills, experience, and commitment to establish whether there are substantial grounds for a case.

Securing victory in wrongful death lawsuits requires strategic planning, an intimate understanding of Illinois’ Wrongful Death Act, relentless advocacy throughout proceedings.

Carlson Bier stands by clients during such emotionally fraught times offering sound guidance as you traverse such complex situation. Our committed support enables you to concentrate on family needs while we fight tooth and nail for your justice.

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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 Cissna Park

Bicycle Accidents

Expert in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying skilled legal advice for people of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Hospital Carelessness

Delivering specialist legal representation for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Obligation

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, offering professional legal services to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Abuse

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Slip Occurrences

Professional in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking compensation for their suffering.

Neonatal Injuries

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

Auto Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on guiding victims of car accidents receive just settlement for harms and harm.

Motorbike Accidents

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Big Rig Mishap

Providing expert legal assistance for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for damages.

Construction Crashes

Committed to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Traumas

Focused on offering specialized legal support for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Skilled in addressing cases for people who have suffered damages from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Expert in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Wrongful Death

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and professional legal support to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Trauma

Specializing in advocating for victims with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal representation to secure redress.

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