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When facing the tragic circumstance of a wrongful death case, it’s vital to have a team that understands your pain and fights tirelessly for justice. Trust your case with Carlson Bier – a distinguished law firm steeped in legal proficiency. With proven command over Illinois wrongful death laws, they tenaciously advocate for the victims’ families in Altamont and throughout the area. Their seasoned attorneys deploy refined strategies tailored to each unique situation; their commitment is unwavering as they tirelessly seek substantial compensation on behalf of grieving loved ones left behind. These hard-won settlements can alleviate stressful financial pressures while providing some sense of recompense amidst unbearable loss. Whether dealing with medical malpractice, workplace accidents or vehicular incidents causing wrongful death-that may yet hold accountable negligent parties-Carlson Bier stands as an ally committed to pursuing due justice relentlessly. When navigating such tumultuous circumstances you need more than just representation-you require compassion coupled with experienced warriors battling for you on this arduous journey; all hallmarks which make Carlson Bier ideal partners during such times.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Altamont Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a group of committed personal injury attorneys providing legal services throughout Illinois. We specialize in various areas including Wrongful Death law, where our attorneys work tirelessly to secure justice and compensation on behalf of family members who have lost their loved ones due to the negligence or misconduct of others.

Understanding Wrongful Death can be complex, with a myriad of laws and regulations that differ from state to state. In Illinois, a wrongful death claim arises when an individual loses their life due to someone’s act of negligence or harmful intent. To navigate through these complexities successfully requires working with an attorney well-versed in this field and knowledgeable about the specific laws in place in The Prairie State.

• One crucial element that sets wrongful death apart from other types of personal injury cases: The victim is not around to serve as the plaintiff.

• Instead, eligible survivors such as minor children or the spouse may pursue compensation on behalf of their deceased loved one.

• Surviving parents can also seek damages if they have lost a dependent child due to wrongful death.

There are numerous causes for wrongful death which include but aren’t limited to-car accidents due to negligent driving; medical malpractice causing fatal situations; deaths caused by defective products; job-related fatalities due to risky workplaces and harm resulting from intentional violent acts.

Compensation secured through these lawsuits aids families with costs resulting from funeral expenses and loss of economic support, as well as less tangible losses like companionship. This part is contingent upon proving two things:

1. It must be evident that another party’s negligence or harmful intent directly resulted in the fatality

2. There must be surviving individuals suffering financial or emotional impact

At Carlson Bier, we combine our comprehensive understanding City home.firewall-Gateway.net_20210827_17001 2950408of Illinois’ Wrongful Death Act and extensive trial experience to provide outstanding representation geared towards securing maximum compensation for grieving families.

Notably, it is essential to act quickly as statute of limitations set by law imposes deadlines for filing wrongful death lawsuits. Currently in Illinois, the time frame stands at two years from the date when death occurred.

Through every step of your case, you can trust that Carlson Bier attorneys will handle your matter with the utmost respect and sensitivity, aiming to shield you from further emotional distress while providing zealous representation. Our top priority always remains securing justice and an equitable outcome for you.

Wrongful Death cases are complicated, demanding expert knowledge and acute attention to detail. Have confidence in choosing Carlson Bier’s established and esteemed personal injury attorneys who can accurately navigate these complexities ensuring your case receives the diligence it deserves.

Remember – even if you aren’t sure whether your circumstances qualify as a Wrongful Death lawsuit or not; we encourage you to reach out. Allow our experienced team at Carlson Bier Associates offer free consultation where they will listen carefully to understand what happened, honestly assess the situation and advise on potential legal options available for pursuing damages.

As trusted counsel throughout Illinois State, we remain a respected resource providing compassionate assistance during an extremely tough period by advocating vehemently for lost loved ones’ rights and ensuring survivors obtain compensation they duly deserve.

Prompt action could make all the difference. Learn more about how much value there might be in your wrongful death claim: Please click on the button below for a comprehensive evaluation from one of our experienced Wrongful Death Attorneys.

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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 Altamont

Bicycle Mishaps

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

Burn Injuries

Supplying specialist legal help for patients of severe burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Clinical Misconduct

Offering dedicated legal services for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Obligation

Dealing with cases involving defective products, offering skilled legal help to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Elder Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip & Stumble Mishaps

Expert in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking compensation for their injuries.

Birth Injuries

Supplying legal guidance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to assisting patients of car accidents secure fair compensation for injuries and destruction.

Motorbike Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Big Rig Accident

Offering experienced legal assistance for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for hurts.

Construction Site Mishaps

Concentrated on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Neurological Impairments

Committed to delivering expert legal services for victims suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Wounds

Expertise in handling cases for victims who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Unfair Demise

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and adept legal assistance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Damage

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

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