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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing an unfortunate situation due to wrongful death, it’s crucial you have proficient legal representation to champion your interests. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in dealing with such emotionally charged and legally complex cases. Based on our extensive Illinois experience, every case is approached with a distinct strategy crafted around our client’s specific needs. As recognized experts in the field of personal injury law, particularly wrongful death cases, we ensure all necessary steps are correctly navigated for optimal outcomes possible under Illinois Law.

Our unwavering commitment sets us apart – from gathering evidence to negotiating settlements or advocating in court – Carlson Bier is characterized by thoroughness and persistence. Our attorneys’ dedication manifests not just through their robust expertise but also empathy since we understand nothing can replace a loved one lost wrongfully.

Choosing Carlson Bier means choosing relentless advocates committed towards fighting for justice while acknowledging your emotional journey throughout this tough process confidently. Trust our team; when navigating the complexities of wrongful death suits within Illinois area, make no compromise – opt for expertise that ensures deserved compensation from responsible parties.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Buda Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our primary mission is to provide impeccable legal support to personal injury victims and their families in Illinois. We understand that devastating incidents can precipitate a whirlwind of unforeseen consequences that are not only physically strenuous but emotionally overwhelming as well. The most severe among these tragedies is the wrongful death of a loved one.

Wrongful death, a term often misunderstood or utilized inaccurately, refers specifically to an incident where unjust actions result in an individual’s untimely demise. It goes beyond accidental harm; it signifies negligence or intentionality on the part of another person or entity contributing directly to tragic loss.

Several types of accidents could lead towards a wrongful death claim:

• Car Accidents

• Medical Malpractice

• Occupational Exposure to Harmful Conditions/Substances

• Criminal Activity,

• Supervised activities gone wrong

In Illinois, filing for a wrongful death case should be executed within two years from the actual date of the deceased’s passing. It’s also vital to understand that according to Illinois law, legal action must be initiated by a personal representative — typically someone closely related like spouses or children.

Determining liability in such cases requires meticulous scrutiny that encompasses individuals involved in inciting circumstances leading up to the victim’s demise. Establishing this connection—a nuanced implication—requires astute interpretation and implementation of state regulations and laws aligned with proficient civil litigation tactics.

Certainly, navigating through complex legalities and judicial proceedings during your time of grief can prove unnerving – hence Carlson Bier’s dedication in offering strong representation rooted in thorough research, understanding accumulated experience and deep empathy for every client we serve. Our attorneys pull down decades worth legal expertise into any negotiation table, fostering formidable arguments tailored for maximum compensatory results inclusive but not limited to:

1.Lost future earnings

2.Medical costs incurred before the demise

3.Funeral expenses

4.Grief counseling.

Our tireless pursuit for justice also encompasses obtaining suitable damages for non-economic losses—the pain and suffering, emotional distress, the loss of companionship and consortium— intricacies often overlooked but paramount realities requiring due redress.

Nothing will replace the profound void left behind by your loved one’s untimely departure. Still, achieving legal justice can offer some solace in knowing those attenuating circumstances leading up to their wrongful death did not go unnoticed—and perpetrators brought rightfully forth into atonement.

Enduring such tragedy alone is overwhelming; however, entrusting our team of experts at Carlson Bier impels strategic support resourced from years of professional experience in personal injury law. Become a part of our legacy – our shared commitment towards facilitating stringent legal platforms that coalesce into optimized lawsuit procedures for wrongful death cases propelling results beyond surface-level appeasements, empowering you onto pathways lined with rightful compensation and most importantly – closure.

It’s on these solid pillars that we build every case at Carlson Bier — diligence intertwined with compassion to guide clients along this challenging trajectory as seamlessly as possible delivering personalized attention coupled within an undeterred advocacy throughout each proceeding phase that strengthens your claim.

Our driven desire envisages a future where favoring the victims becomes less of exception but more so ingrained institutional norm – an end goal driving us everyday while serving families through injury ordeals across Illinois- Quality representation built upon unrivaled dedication simpliciter.

So why wait? Pursue what’s rightly yours today. Don’t let misconceptions mislead you regarding potential compensation victory disable your quest for justice caused by another entity’s negligence. Click on the button below to identify how much your case could be worth—with guided expertise from Carlson Bier navigating you each step along this crucial journey that catalyzes healing besides retribution.

Schedule a consultation with our experienced attorneys today who stand poised to fight relentlessly against the weighty adversities overshadowing injustice and refashion them instead into triumphant legal victories fueled by tireless dedication from each member of our team at your beck and call.

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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 Buda

Cycling Accidents

Specializing in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Providing expert legal services for victims of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Clinical Misconduct

Delivering professional legal services for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, delivering skilled legal assistance to individuals affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip & Tumble Accidents

Adept in managing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking recovery for their injuries.

Birth Wounds

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Accidents: Focused on guiding patients of car accidents receive equitable remuneration for injuries and losses.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on providing legal assistance for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Big Rig Mishap

Extending adept legal support for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for hurts.

Construction Crashes

Engaged in representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Injuries

Specializing in offering specialized legal assistance for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Traumas

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered harms from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Death

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to supporting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal services to secure settlement.

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