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In Cambria, there’s no doubt that the lingering pain of a wrongful death is difficult to bear. When you’re faced with such distressing circumstances, Carlson Bier rightfully stands as your staunch ally in taking prompt legal actions. Our gifted team of Wrongful Death attorneys specializes in seeking the maximum compensation for your irreparable loss. We delve into every case intricately and dedicate our extensive skills towards achieving justice – reflecting our unparalleled expertise within Illinois state lines. For years, we’ve championed countless cases, providing comfort during vulnerable times by means of just retribution through tireless dedication and precise representation under the law. At Carlson Bier, not only do we possess superior litigation competence; we also humbly empathize with each client’s unique suffering and dire need for closure due to an unfortunate event beyond their control! Carlson Bier profoundly understands –you deserve advocates who will stand up for you gently but fiercely when it matters most because every life has intrinsic value that transcends quantification or commoditization.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Cambria Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the profound emotional distress and financial burden wrongful death can place on a family. Our Illinois-based personal injury attorneys are adept in guiding survivors through these challenging times with absolute professionalism and sensitivity. Above all, we are committed to achieving justice for your lost loved one and alleviating your monetary inconveniences associated with such an untimely loss.

Wrongful death occurs as a consequence of someone else’s negligence or intentional harmful action leading to fatality. The defendants could include individuals, corporations, government agencies, or other entities. Examples of cases that may result in wrongful death are: medical malpractice; defective products; work-related accidents; car accidents as well as slips and falls due to poorly maintained premises.

Premises liability holds that property owners should guarantee the safety of their visitors by keeping their properties safe from potential hazards. Consequently, if a visitor gets injured due to carelessness from part of the owner in maintaining a hazard-free environment is subject to compensation.

Medical malpractice is another prevalent cause of wrongful deaths where healthcare professionals deviate from standards causing serious injury or death.

Car accidents caused by reckless driving, intoxication, over-speeding among others also form bases for wrongful death lawsuits.

Survivors typically suffer emotional trauma compounded with financial strain following the sudden demise of breadwinners. For such families whose income has suddenly been cut short because they’ve lost a parent or spouse, wrongful death compensation attempts to provide some reprieve covering:

– Loss of companionship

– Funeral expenses

– Medical costs leading up till the point of passing away.

– Lost earnings previously provided by the deceased party

It’s essential however that you choose an attorney who understands firsthand how survivors process grief mediating out-of-court resolutions while preparing accurately for possible trials since not all opposing parties would willingly accept fault. At Carlson Bier, our personal injury attorney team comes laden with experience having traversed this pathway significantly many times before.

Even though no amount of compensation could ever make up for the loss of your loved one, an adept personal injury attorney can help alleviate some financial pressures while you focus on healing by holding the responsible parties accountable. The legal counsel and resources we possess ensure that you get the closure you deserve while avoiding any further affliction given such trying times.

Furthermore, coping with wrongful death is certainly never straightforward particularly if legal matters are not resolved as they should be. Therefore, choosing a law firm sincere about lightening your burdens ensures that the pursuit for justice doesn’t add to your stress.

Proper representation in a wrongful death case requires zealous advocacy and meticulous attention to detail to successfully establish fault. We hold these fundamentals dear at Carlson Bier making certain that each case we take on gets treated with utmost importance — commitment to transparency; respect for client’s needs/dignity; unremitting support through all stages of litigation; unwavering focus on achieving favorable outcomes reaffirm who we are.

Our firm’s personalized approach entwines empathy and thoroughness as we endeavor to offer comfort during challenging moments but also ensuring you get nothing short of optimal results from our service delivery.

Remember, seeking justice after losing a loved one is not just about securing financial benefits – it’s equally essential that at-fault parties bear full responsibility for their negligence or deliberate actions leading up to fatalities. Reaching out to lllinois-based Carlson Bier guarantees dedicated representation working tirelessly toward reducing your distress plus leveraging their proficiency so you attain rightful compensation following unfair deprivation of life – thereby enabling some respite from this overwhelming adversity.

Our proven track record handling complex wrongful death cases ensures maximum restitution deservedly advancing through tough negotiations confidently bringing forward settlements satisfying our clients’ expectations surpassing them in many instances..

Not convinced yet? Click below immediately and find out how much your case could potentially be worth when handled by professional attorneys who prioritize putting clients first before monetary interests. Carlson Bier, committed to delivering more than you could possibly imagine in the quest for justice. Let’s help restore peace to your life today!

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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 Cambria

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Offering skilled legal support for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Hospital Carelessness

Delivering specialist legal representation for patients affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, providing specialist legal services to consumers affected by defective items.

Aged Malpractice

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Tumble Injuries

Expert in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking justice for their damages.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal aid for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Mishaps: Committed to assisting clients of car accidents get equitable recompense for harms and harm.

Motorbike Incidents

Focused on providing legal support for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Semi Collision

Delivering professional legal support for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for damages.

Building Site Crashes

Engaged in advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Neurological Traumas

Expert in providing specialized legal assistance for victims suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Committed to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Death

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and expert legal support to ensure restitution.

Vertebral Harm

Committed to supporting patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal services to secure recovery.

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