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When you’re faced with the traumatic experience of wrongful death in your family, it is pivotal to partner with an attorney who you can trust. The empathetic and experienced legal practitioners at Carlson Bier are equipped to navigate complex cases and maximize their clients’ settlement prospects within Belleville jurisdiction. Having displayed consistent competency in dealing with wrongful death lawsuits, our seasoned attorneys understand deeply how vital it is for families to seek justice after losing their loved ones due to others’ negligence or reckless actions. Our success stems from our dedication towards delivering thorough investigations while ensuring a comprehensive collection of requisite proof that withstands scrutiny in court. As opposed to battling insurance companies single-handedly during such stress-laden times, allow Carlson Bier’s cognizant attorneys be your steadfast allies aimed at procuring equitable compensation for sustenance damages occasioned by untimely demises. Engage us today through any productive physical or virtual meeting arrangements suitable for you! Trust our expertise as we epitomize impeccable wrongful death representation throughout Belleville communities without compromising on adherence to all mandated Illinois statutory advertisement regulations.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Belleville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we deeply understand the profound anguish that families face when a loved one is suddenly taken away due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct. Our dedicated team of personal injury lawyers in Illinois specialize in Wrongful Death cases, and we’re committed to providing diligent representation for those seeking justice.

Wrongful Death law may seem complicated and overwhelming especially at a time of immense grief. As your legal allies, we will guide you through every step with clarity and sensitivity. We strive to share our expertise in a clear way so that anyone can easily comprehend the process and their rights under the law.

• A wrongful death claim: This legal action seeks compensation on behalf of the deceased person’s estate or surviving family members after an individual has died as result of another party’s negligent or intentional act.

• The Statute of Limitations: Typically, the specific timeframe within which a wrongful death lawsuit must be filed varies based on several factors. Knowing these deadlines is critical.

• The Damages: These come in many forms such as funeral costs, medical bills related to decedent’s last illness / injury, loss of expected income among others.

Indeed, it is important to remember that each wrongful death litigation is unique. The severity and circumstances behind each case are different – there isn’t one answer that fits all scenarios. That’s why at Carlson Bier, our attorneys evaluate each case independently because every family’s suffering deserves undivided attention.

It can’t be overstated how crucial expert guidance is regarding Wrongful Death lawsuits. When choosing Carlson Bier as your personal injury lawyer group located in Illinois, you can trust us to fight tirelessly for your cause while treating you with utmost respect and empathy throughout this difficult journey.

While no amount can genuinely replace what has been lost following a wrongful death incident, securing fair compensation could aid substantially in handling financial pressures during this testing period. Remember, every decision made today will have lasting impacts on your family’s future. It’s essential to have an expert set of eyes scrutinizing every detail to ensure the best possible outcome.

We at Carlson Bier hope that this informative guide has provided value and contributes towards a better understanding of what wrongful death entails. The legal world can often seem daunting and impersonal, but we are here to compassionately navigate these stormy waters with you, providing a beacon of hope and pursuing justice for your loved one tenaciously.

Each wrongful death case is distinctly personal and deeply emotional. Thus, it deserves not just passionate advocacy but dedicated attention given only by seasoned law professionals like us at Carlson Bier in Illinois.

If you’re still wondering how much your specific case may be worth or need further clarification about the rights available under Wrongful Death law, we invite you to take action today using our easy interface below. We guarantee comprehensive advice tailored directly around your unique circumstances. Remember, knowledge coupled with action leads to empowerment – Click the button below now, let’s do right by your loved one together.

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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 Belleville

Bicycle Crashes

Proficient in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Fire Burns

Giving adept legal assistance for patients of intense burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Physician Malpractice

Providing experienced legal representation for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Fault

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, supplying adept legal help to consumers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Neglect

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Trip Injuries

Adept in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking compensation for their suffering.

Birth Wounds

Offering legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Incidents

Crashes: Committed to assisting individuals of car accidents secure reasonable settlement for injuries and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Semi Collision

Providing expert legal support for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for injuries.

Building Site Incidents

Concentrated on defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Specializing in offering dedicated legal assistance for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Demise

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and expert legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to supporting patients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal guidance to secure justice.

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