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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with a complex wrongful death case in Bartelso, it is vital to choose the right representation for ensuring justice. Trusting your case to Carlson Bier will give you an edge due to our unwavering commitment and exceptional legal prowess. Our group of experienced attorneys dedicate their extensive knowledge and understanding of Illinois laws exclusively towards personal injury cases, thereby giving us the proficiency required in handling wrongful death suits meticulously. At Carlson Bier, we believe that each file deserves personalized attention; we are devoted not just to win cases, but also bring peace back into lives absorbed by grief and uncertainty following such tragedies. With us handling your suit diligently, compensation recovery for expenses incurred becomes smooth sailing rather than a stressful endeavor. We strive relentlessly fighting against negligent parties who often take advantage of victims suffering unnerving losses during testing times. Count on Carlson Bier’s proven track record navigating intricate proceedings connected with wrongful death claims successfully — rendering policyholder driven advocacy at its finest!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Bartelso Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we eloquently navigate the path of personal injury law with a distinct specialization in wrongful death cases. Wrongful death is a legal term that refers to instances where someone’s negligent, reckless, or intentional acts lead to another person’s untimely demise. The shock and grief associated with losing a loved one can be overwhelming. When the loss is precipitated by somebody else’s fault, the anguish intensifies further. We understand what you are going through and wholeheartedly believe that it is essential for you to fully comprehend your rights under Illinois law.

Under the provisions of Illinois’ Wrongful Death Act (740 ILCS 180), if your loved one was unfortunately killed as a result of another party’s negligence or wrongdoing, immediate family members like spouses and children may file a lawsuit seeking compensation for damages including but not limited to emotional distress, lost companionship, financial support and other significant losses endured due to an unexpected passing away of their kin.

It should be emphasized that there are strict time limits involved in filing wrongful death claims in Illinois. Also known as statutes of limitations, these rules stipulate two years from the date of death as the deadline to bring forth such lawsuits.

• Negligence: To successfully claim a wrongful death litigation case in Illinois, it must be proven beyond doubt that the defendant acted negligently or recklessly leading directly or indirectly causing loss of life.

• Cause: There must be evidence that proves without any uncertainty that the actions or lack thereof were indeed responsible for causing wrongful death.

• Damages: Lastly but equally crucially , bereaved relatives must demonstrate they have sustained damages such as monetary hardships , sorrow , mental suffering due to deprivation .

Undoubtedly , pursuing justice after losing your dearest is far from easy . It demands focus , energy & coherence – qualities which intense grieving commonly leaves us devoid of . That’s why working together with proficient attorneys who specialize in devising cogent , compelling & convincing wrongful death cases at Carlson Bier becomes quintessential .

Our cumulative experience, coupled with our unwavering devotion to ensuring justice is served, allows us to strive tirelessly on your behalf. We aim to alleviate a part of your pain by offering personalized legal services that mirror an inherent understanding and sympathetic approach towards your grievous circumstances.

Here in Illinois, Carlson Bier efficiently uncovers all facts related to wrongful death litigation. Every case has its own intricacies and challenges. Therefore it is through individualized attention that we can construct the strongest possible case for you, against perpetrators whose actions or inactions lead devastatingly to the demise of your loved ones. Our team prides itself on showcasing exceptional empathy alongside unmatched expertise. With these pillars at the heart of our practice, we passionately represent families who have had their worlds turned upside down due to a wrongful death.

So what’s next? We invite you not only as professionals but also people who deeply care about bringing peace and closure after such tragic incidents – take that first step today towards securing justice for your dearly departed. Believe us when we say that grasping more information about how much financial remuneration you may qualify for might bring about immense relief even under such fraught times. So don’t hesitate any longer; click on the button below right now so we could guide you further concerning assessing worthiness of your particular case consolingly yet professionally .

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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 Bartelso

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying adept legal support for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Healthcare Negligence

Delivering professional legal advice for persons affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Liability

Managing cases involving problematic products, offering expert legal help to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Tumble Incidents

Adept in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking justice for their damages.

Childbirth Harms

Delivering legal guidance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Crashes: Focused on aiding sufferers of car accidents obtain fair settlement for harms and harm.

Motorbike Incidents

Expert in providing legal assistance for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

18-Wheeler Incident

Offering specialist legal support for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for harms.

Building Site Collisions

Dedicated to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Cerebral Traumas

Specializing in extending compassionate legal support for persons suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Proficient in addressing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Fatality

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Expert in assisting victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal guidance to secure justice.

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