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In the trying times following a wrongful death, turn to Carlson Bier for compassionate and experienced legal advice. As an Illinois-based Wrongful Death attorney group, we have successfully represented families in their pursuit of justice across the state. We understand that no amount of financial compensation can fill the void left by your loved one’s untimely passing; however, our aim is not only reparation but also ensuring accountability. At Carlson Bier, we are known for our unwavering commitment to clients’ rights coupled with a nuanced understanding of complex law procedures around wrongful death cases. Rely on us to strive relentlessly towards fair settlements or courtroom victories while acting as your support system amidst difficult circumstances. With Carlson Bier at your side in this fierce battle, be comforted knowing that you’re working with some top-notch attorneys who demonstrate both compassion towards your situation and ferocity against those liable for it. Choose wisdom; choose experience; choose dedication – do consider engaging with Carlson Bier if you seek justice over unfair exits from life – because everyone deserves their day in court.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Blandinsville Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted personal injury attorneys in Illinois. Committed to protecting the rights of our clients and their loved ones, we employ decades of experience and deep-rooted legal knowledge into cater every case with superior representation. A key area of our practice is providing counsel for wrongful death cases — incidences where an individual loses life due to the negligence or misconduct conducted by another party.

Wrongful death has immense implications extending beyond the immediate emotional trauma; it could lead to financial hardship, especially if the deceased was a primary wage earner. Facing such challenging times, victims deserve justice and fair compensation that reflects their pain and suffering.

• The Basics: Wrongful Death law seeks compensation for survivors who’ve suffered damages from a loved one’s untimely demise. It includes spouses, children or any direct family members who were financially dependent on the decedent.

• Common Causes: Accidents (motor vehicle accidents being a significant contributor), medical malpractice, nursing home neglect or abuse, faulty products, and work-related fatalities often give rise to such claims.

• Claimable Damages: These might include lost wages that the dead may have earned over their lifetime had they not died wrongfully.Other considerations factor-in costs related to mourning ceremonies (funeral/burial/cremation)/medical bills incurred prior death along with non-material losses such as grief counseling costs and physical/emotional support loss felt by claimants due difficulty in adjusting post-death realities.Evaluating these complexities mainly relies upon expertise of a seasoned wrongful death lawyer like those at Carlson Bier.

At Carlson Bier we understand how traumatic dealing with wrongful death can be – but don’t let complexity deter you from seeking rightful dues.In numerous cases handled by us across decades ,we’ve consistently brought forth exceptional results.This triumphing record dually ensures victims’ families are well-represented in court while facilitating comfort amidst pointed legal proceedings.

Knowledge Equip Yourself With: As wronged parties, understanding critical elements found in wrongful death cases becomes paramount. These elements are:

• Negligence: The surviving members must prove that the death of their loved one resulted from recklessness, carelessness, or deliberate misconduct.

• Breach of Duty: It must be shown that the defendant owed a duty to the decedent and breached it resulting in their demise.

• Causation: Beyond breach of duty,it needs proof linking negligence action with cause of mortal termination.

• Damages:The incidence consequence-based quantifiable amounts(pain/suffering/diagnostic/medical charges/loss benefits etc.) composes compensable figure.

Catering to varying client necessities our team detects nuances influential in forming effective case strategies.These merit-embedded services vouch-hard for fair settlements/judgements , empowered by strategic negotiations defining solid litigation demeanor.From filing your claim till closure – empathy-bridled professional lawyers at Carlson Bier walk you through every step meticulously synchronized alongside ensuring best-interest representation throughout actionable progressions.

Navigating these critical components isn’t indeed an easy task.Nevertheless,specialized attorney’s garnishing Carlson Biere repertoire have consistently delivered outstanding results strengthening bereaved family’s confidence.Feeling weighed beneath complexities might be initial reaction,but remember-help is just a call away depending on taking corrective steps today towards securing better tomorrows.Recount us your unfortunate journey facing sudden demise-experience relief emerging embedding tailored solutions satiating justice demands.Navigate further exploring complete range legal-services offered ours -enhance perspectives by clicking on,the ‘Determine Your Case Worth’ button below.Get equipped with affirmative insights strategically empowering wrongful-death claims optimization leaving you space focusing rehabilitation amidst grief.Embrace transition unburdening legal complexities –make restructured path ahead yours adopting rightful rightful course powered by expertise proposed at Carlson Bier.

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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 Blandinsville

Bike Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Burn Burns

Giving expert legal assistance for victims of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Offering expert legal advice for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, extending specialist legal support to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Abuse

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Fall Incidents

Skilled in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking justice for their losses.

Childbirth Wounds

Supplying legal guidance for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Incidents: Committed to assisting victims of car accidents obtain just payout for injuries and destruction.

Bike Collisions

Committed to providing legal support for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Truck Mishap

Extending adept legal support for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for damages.

Construction Site Accidents

Dedicated to representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Head Damages

Specializing in offering dedicated legal support for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Adept at handling cases for persons who have suffered harms from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Jogger Crashes

Committed to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unfair Demise

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and expert legal services to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Focused on advocating for clients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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