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When faced with the unfortunate and overwhelming experience of losing a loved one due to negligence resulting in wrongful death, it’s crucial to seek exceptional legal support. Carlson Bier is a distinguished law firm empowered by robust expertise in handling wrongful death claims effectively within Colona and its neighboring areas. While navigating this highly emotional terrain, our attorneys not only champion your rights but also ensure that justice illuminates where darkness prevails. Deftly managing every aspect from researching timelines, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses to fighting relentlessly on behalf of clients─we consistently extend optimal services even amidst challenging circumstances. Persistent, compassionate and diligent in pursuit of rightful restitution for affected families; drawn from an unwavering dedication towards delivering positive outcomes while lessening both financial strain and emotional distress accompanying such trying times ─that’s what sets us apart as Carlson Bier attorneys – Your Wrongful Death Law Advocates! Trusting us means placing confidence not just in seasoned experts but empathetic allies who prioritize your cause above all else.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Colona Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier – your dedicated personal injury law firm situated right here in Illinois. We pride ourselves on the meticulous care and unrivaled legal representation we exercise when addressing delicate matters such as Wrongful Death lawsuits. When confronted with a wrongful death situation – a circumstance in which an individual’s demise is caused indisputably by another person’s intention or negligence, the trauma can be overwhelming. However, being well-informed about this branch of law can crucially change outcomes for surviving family members seeking justice.

At Carlson Bier, our seasoned litigators are adept at investigating and building strong cases for wrongful death claims. We stand poised to fight tenaciously for compensation that factors in both economic losses (like medical bills and funeral costs) along with non-economic ones (such as emotional distress); a testament to our comprehensive understanding of Illinois Wrongful Death Act.

Recommendations from our knowledgeable attorneys include the following:

– Familiarize yourselves with key elements inherent within wrongful death cases — Participation of everyone involved is vital; these incidents typically consist of ‘duty of care,’ a failure to meet that duty leading directly to someone’s passing.

– Understand the statute limitations —Wrongful death lawsuits have specific filing deadlines within each state. In Illinois, two years is given from the time of one’s passing to finalize legal proceedings.

– Identify who qualifies as rightful claimants—In keeping with Illinois protocol, primary beneficiaries like spouses and immediate offspring get precedence during compensation deliberation.

Remembering these highlights may equip you better while navigating through uncharted territories brought on by abrupt loss and related litigation demands.

With so much at stake emotionally, financially, and legally after experiencing such profound heartache due to wrongful demise implicated illicitly against another party—it necessitates arduous expertise only found at Carlson Bier. Our advocates harbor incisive acumen alongside compassionate consideration about presenting successful pursuit demands clearly outlined under the “Survival Act—” encompassing fiscal recompense for pain, suffering, or expenditures incurred before the decedent’s premature expiration.

By turning to Carlson Bier, you acquire ferocious advocates capable of translating convoluted legal language into understandable guidance, ensuring that our clientele remains informed at every litigation juncture. We undertake robust exploration into each case to ascertain its merit and potential avenues for compensation recovery. Ultimately, we believe earnestly in providing more than just a service – we strive towards delivering closure during arduous times via unyielding dedication to revealing perturbing truths masked behind wrongful deaths.

We appreciate the trust instated in us by multitudes across Illinois who deemed us rightful guardians of justice during life-altering tribulations like wrongful death lawsuits. Our longstanding commitment resonating throughout countless halls in Illinois’ judicial system reflects evidence of courtroom victories won on behalf of aggrieved clients seeking restitution.

In closing, if someone close to your heart has tragically passed away due to another’s carelessness, do not bear this burden alone –let Carlson Bier affirm rightful compensations aligning with your loss severity through aggressively representing your rights under the Illinois laws’ protective umbrella. Accidents leading towards untimely passing provoke profound disruptions reaching beyond immediate circles—regrettably imparting lifelong impact upon those left behind.

Interested about securing qualified counsel regarding wrongful death lawsuits? Teetering whether comprehensive reimbursement is feasible concerning loved one’s untenable departure? Prepared steps toward contesting wrongful losses endured can commence now by securing Carlson Bier’s legal prowess unabashed about unraveling complex justice pathways amidst painful situations unfolding unfairly within lives instantly shattered by unexpected bereavements.

Sanction yourself this opportunity suited favorably within understanding salvable potential lying dormant within claims earmarked rightfully under Wrongful Death law umbrellas; click the button below to comprehend what your case potentially holds worth-wise as consolation for confronting unsettling predicaments no individual should be consigned selflessly to facing without professional guidance, particularly from compassionate practitioners situated strategically 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 Colona

Bike Accidents

Proficient in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Scald Wounds

Giving expert legal support for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Clinical Misconduct

Extending expert legal representation for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Responsibility

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, providing expert legal assistance to customers affected by defective items.

Aged Malpractice

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip & Stumble Injuries

Professional in handling trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their injuries.

Birth Traumas

Offering legal support for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Collisions

Crashes: Focused on aiding patients of car accidents get equitable compensation for injuries and destruction.

Motorbike Crashes

Specializing in providing legal advice for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Accident

Ensuring specialist legal support for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for harms.

Building Mishaps

Engaged in defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Traumas

Committed to extending dedicated legal representation for persons suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Specialized in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Focused on legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Fatality

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Spine Damage

Specializing in defending individuals with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure justice.

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