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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the unfortunate circumstance of a wrongful death, rely on the exceptional reputation and unparalleled legal counsel of Carlson Bier. As Illinois-based personal injury lawyers with substantial experience in handling wrongful death cases, we understand that extraordinary delicacy and dedicated advocacy are paramount during these trying times. Our knowledgeable team at Carlson Bier delivers comprehensive guidance throughout every step of your lawsuit, allowing you to focus on healing while we seek justice for your loss. A key factor is our meticulous approach; evaluating each detail guarantees there’s no overlooked aspect that could benefit your case. Experience has taught us that by developing personalized legal strategies for our clients dispersed across Central City area., we’ve been able to secure optimal settlements and verdicts consistently successfully. Furthermore, state-of-the-art resources coupled with relentless determination enable Carlson Bier to face even the most formidable opponents fearlessly without compromise . For trusted representation in complex wrongful death matters- think Carlson Bier, where expertise meets compassion in pursuit of justice.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Central City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to upholding the rights of those who have faced tragic loss due to wrongful death. Rooted in Illinois law practice, our team of experienced personal injury attorneys strive to attain justice and aid loved ones in recovering compensation during their most difficult times. As such, a foundational understanding of ‘Wrongful Death’ becomes integral.

To begin with, in any legal context within Illinois State, a wrongful death is classified as one that has been caused unjustly due to negligence or misconduct by another individual or entity. It’s paramount to understand that while money can never replace the irreplaceable human life lost, it serves as a means whereby dependents can financially recover and adjust post their beloved’s untimely demise.

Key components involved in bringing forth a wrongful death lawsuit include:

– Proof that an individual’s untimely death was indeed wrongfully imposed by demonstrable negligence or direct action.

– Identification of survivors suffering emotional or financial burden; these may be immediate family members such as spouses, children or parents

– Calculation and substantiation of monetary damages parallel to the severity and implications,

both present & future, extending from this tragic incident.

Guided by years of heavy-duty courtrooms underpinnings at Carlson Bier, we add value through a tailored approach for every case while ensuring comprehensive representation. Be it medical malpractices resulting in deaths; vehicular accidents causatives; unsafe working conditions leading to fatalities – there exist various scenarios where innocent lives succumb prematurely owing to blatant wrongdoing. For each type variation underlying your unique situation – right direfully seeking legal navigation warrants into the capable hands of determined professionals well versed with nuances across complex realms.

Further shedding light on potential damages recovered under Wrongful Death Act within Illinois encapsulates: Losses incurred like funeral expenses &medical bills pertaining to deceased final illness/injury; losses linked towards services which deceased could’ve provided if not for untimely death; grief, suffering and emotional torment endured by survivors diving into several strata– encompassing but not limited to loss of companionship/love, consortium, guidance etc.

At Carlson Bier – we don’t just argue your case. We amplify the voice of your loved one who’s no longer around to fight for their own justice. With perseverance matched with aggressive representation, our team aims at helping you navigate through challenging times facilitating optimal possible compensation solution. Always remember, in Illinois the statutory time limit or ‘Statute of Limitations’ enforcing a wrongful death claim is essentially within 1-2 years from date the death occurred hence securing timely law advice becomes vital indeed.

As personal injury lawyers based in Illinois – grounded on transparent practices conforming strictly under state law obligations we stress on clarifying this explicitly: Any inference stating that our physical office presiding within Central City would be inherently incorrect and opposing to truthful proceedings as per stipulated ‘advertising rules’ under governing Illinois jurisprudence.

In conclusion, if someone you love has wrongfully lost his/her life owing to another’s negligence—it’s important to understand intricate legalities involved –an equally pressing urgency being partnering right professional associates whilst seeking precise rightful closure through justice delivered aptly. Hence -to discover how much your wrongful death lawsuit may potentially be worth—carve out few moments below hitting our adjoining button directly leading onto a no-obligation free case evaluation wielded experientially by designated skilled hands at Carlson Bier 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 Central City

Pedal Cycle Crashes

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

Flame Traumas

Providing professional legal support for victims of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Healthcare Malpractice

Delivering expert legal services for patients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Obligation

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, extending specialist legal assistance to victims affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Neglect

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Fall Injuries

Professional in managing trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking redress for their suffering.

Birth Harms

Offering legal help for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Crashes: Concentrated on helping patients of car accidents gain appropriate payout for damages and harm.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Specializing in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

18-Wheeler Collision

Extending experienced legal representation for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for losses.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Brain Impairments

Expert in extending expert legal services for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

Specialized in addressing cases for persons who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Committed to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Undeserved Loss

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and skilled legal guidance to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Expert in defending patients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal support to secure settlement.

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