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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate event of a wrongful death occurring, it is imperative to have legal representation that combines compassion with an indomitable spirit for justice. Carlson Bier, trusted personal injury attorneys in Illinois, specialize in Wrongful Death cases. With years of experience under their belt tackling complex and sensitive legal matters, the Carlson Bier team offers unmatched expertise and tenacity when representing clients who are grappling through this challenging time.

Understandably nothing can truly compensate for your loss; however clarifying facts about the devastating incident ensures justice is served while easing potential financial burden. The experts at Carlson Bier not only understand intricate nuances of state-specific laws but constantly adapt to evolving legal landscapes thus offering comprehensive solutions aimed towards achieving expedited resolutions.

Their proficiency allows them to rigorously investigate each case, implying no detail gets overlooked – be it around finding responsible parties or deriving substantial settlement amount from perpetrators or insurance parties. By choosing Carlson Bier as your advocate in Cortland’s wrongful death scenario, you’re entrusting yourself into capable hands – dedicated allies striving unremittingly to offer peace amidst pain and restoring dignity after irreplaceable losses.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Cortland Illinois

Carlson Bier operates as a reputable law firm headquartered in the heart of Illinois, offering expert legal counsel and representation for victims of personal injury. Our specialized team brings vast collective experience to the fore, dealing with a broad spectrum of cases that include wrongful death lawsuits – one of our many areas of expertise.

Wrongful death is a severe element within the realm of personal injury law that relates to fatal incidents caused due to negligent or deliberate actions. Particular circumstances may encompass varying degrees including medical malpractice, motor vehicle deaths, workplace disasters, or defective products leading to unprecedented loss.

Understanding your rights during this painful period can seem both daunting and overwhelming. Therefore it becomes essential for us at Carlson Bier to equip you with critical knowledge on wrongful death claims which typically they instigate on behalf of survivors who shared a close connection with the deceased or by the executor/administrator responsible for managing their estate.

• Compensation: Specific damages potentially compensated comprise calculated financial contributions anticipated from the decedent, any material support (for example childcare), and intangible elements expressing companionship affection.

• Evidence: Formidable evidence must be established, demonstrating that intentional behavior or lack thereof was directly responsible for precipitation circumstances causing-complaint-death.

Decoding exact nuances encapsulated under these broad indications necessitates care and precision as each case inherently presents unique complexities interwoven into prevailing state laws dictating claim qualification criteria.

Despite Illinois state statute’s two-year limitation governing such claims post-incident occurrence, several factors are considered during damage determination compensation process like relationship nature/linkage between victim and claimant(s), age conditions attached thereto alongside applicable income levels amongst others have essential bearings upon evaluating potential compensatory amounts.

In certain instances wherein fault lies squarely attributable toward multiple parties’ concurrent lapses contributing significantly toward mishap unfolding subsequently culminating fatally therein culpability apportionment could accordingly get adjusted along comparable negligence lines hence altering entitled compensatory quantum delivered ultimately take-home actually reflecting proportional responsibility attributed each party involved.

At Carlson Bier, our committed team of personal injury attorneys aims to work meticulously alongside grieving families seeking justice urgently asserting deserved rights resolutely fighting for fair recompenses their loved ones’ premature passing.

We understand profoundly the deep emotional trauma lingering beneath hopeful faces courageous smiles pretending signs resilience reflected by bereaved family members constantly juggling between handling emerging legal intricacies attending sorrowful memorial services accordingly endeavor extending unstinted collaborative support our attentive empathetic persuasions synchronized hand holistically addressing anticipatory fear anxiety confusion usually associated such tied engagements dispatched sensitively courteously coupled unflinching resolve induce closure desired relief sooner than later.

Meandering distressful outraising desperate questions requires legal expertise nurturing patience calming reassurances guaranteeing proper understanding wrongful death claims vis a vis statutory entitlements dependence dynamics compensation requirements thereby facilitating clear transparent dialogue necessary planning sustained conflict resolution until attainment satisfactory outcome ultimately.

In recognition of fiscal constraints potentially restricting access personalized professional counsel we function on contingency representations simply meaning – ‘No win no fee’ policy liberating clients from up-front payment worry relying rather percentage closing settlement instead assuring added peace disenfranchised minds and depleted souls grappling through perplexing legal maneuverings amidst heartrending personnel loss experiences. This translates into secured trust underpinning solid attorney-client relationships carrying potential weight predictably influencing courtroom deliberations favorably alongside steering preferred results reaching eagerly anticipated success culmination marked by appropriative claimant compensations finally awarded duly considering integral disputed propositions fairly assessed objectively determined without prejudice whatsoever.

Our track-record boasts an extensive list of satisfied clients who have invariably praised our individualized approach perceiving them not just as numbered statistics lining routine assembly-belts but more respectfully belonging essential justice quest initiatives commanding equal attention respect undeterred commitment faithful diligence uncompromised integrity along steadfast journey navigated towards achieving inherent victory.

You may wish to get in touch discussing particular needs sharing related concerns gauging appropriate response fittingly matching specific scenarios thereby deriving optimal legal analysis conducted case-to-case basis warranting customized actions implemented resulting in truthful compensations rightfully claimed delivered.

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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 Cortland

Bicycle Incidents

Focused on legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Scald Damages

Extending adept legal services for patients of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Hospital Negligence

Providing professional legal support for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving problematic products, delivering skilled legal support to victims affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Neglect

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

Tumble & Tumble Occurrences

Expert in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking compensation for their losses.

Birth Damages

Extending legal aid for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Collisions

Collisions: Focused on helping victims of car accidents receive appropriate payout for injuries and damages.

Motorcycle Incidents

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Truck Collision

Extending specialist legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for injuries.

Construction Accidents

Dedicated to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Specializing in extending expert legal support for individuals suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Harms

Skilled in managing cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog bites or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unfair Fatality

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spine Injury

Specializing in representing victims with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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