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About Carlson Bier Associates

As a global leader in Wrongful Death attorney representation, Carlson Bier provides unparalleled expertise to families facing hardship after the loss of loved ones. We serve citizens of Creve Coeur and throughout Illinois, bridging the gap between tragedy and justice. Our comprehensive approach sets us apart from other law firms; we handle not only legal matters but also provide compassionate support for our clients during their most challenging times. Partnering with an experienced wrongful death attorney at Carlson Bier ensures your case is managed by professionals who have successfully navigated countless similar cases. This expert competence paired with personalized attention contributes to achieving advantageous settlements or verdicts for our clients. With deep-rooted respect for each individual’s unique situation, we prioritize accountability on behalf of those who cannot seek it themselves anymore. Not just your attorneys, but advocates driven by the pursuit of truth and fairness – That’s what makes Carlson Bier a superior choice when seeking reclamation following unjust demise within Illinois’ intricacies of legality.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Creve Coeur Illinois

The experienced legal pair at Carlson Bier understands the profound impact a wrongful death case can bring into the lives of beloved family members left behind. We empathize with your heartrending loss, and strive to provide you with compassionate representation.

Wrongful death is defined as any death resulting from misconduct or negligence by another person, company or entity. Tragedies may involve car accidents, defective products, medical malpractice, construction accidents and many more unfortunate circumstances that could have been prevented.

We recognize that grappling with emotional trauma while navigating complex legal proceedings can be immensely overwhelming. Our firm exists to support grieving families through these arduous times by fighting tirelessly on their behalf in Illinois courts and litigations.

There’s no replacing your loved one; however, obtaining financial compensation can help alleviate some of the practical burdens brought upon due to wrongful death such as:

• Funeral costs

• Medical expenses accumulated prior to the deceased’s passing

• Loss of anticipated earnings

• Emotional distress endured by survivors

While our proficient lawyers negotiate settlements or prevail in court trials, we treat each case with utmost dignity keeping your best interest at heart.

Being personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we pay close attention to deadlines set under statute limitations for filing a wrongful death lawsuit – ordinarily two years from date of victim’s passing unless there are specific exceptions at play. While it is important that you reach out for proper legal counseling soon after wrongful deaths occur so valuable evidence isn’t lost or witnesses’ memories don’t fade away over time; it’s paramount that those mired within complexities of such grave incidences get much-needed care too – putting themselves before all else during these trying periods.

At Carlson Bier distinctive expertise comes backed by staunch dedication felt across every facet of our firm – right from first consultation up until successful conclusion achieved on your behalf. Whether bringing forward a plea for economic damages compensating quantifiable losses like income potential lost and funeral expenditures incurred or expressing your non-economic damages shedding light upon hard-to-measure aspects like value associated with companionship lost and distress endured; we stay right beside you – taking great care in meticulously outlining each case’s unique circumstances.

The loss experienced by survivors is beyond comprehension, but pursuing a wrongful death claim may offer closure to grieving families seeking justice for their loved ones. The compassionate attorneys at Carlson Bier can help develop strategies meticulously aimed toward winning rightful compensation on your behalf. We’re firm believers of ensuring victims’ voices get rightfully heard and culprits don’t go unpunished.

We welcome you to seek expert advice from the knowledgeable personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier who have mastered Illinois’s legal landscape over the years. In this time of deep anguish and emotional trauma, rest assured that our team will guide you through every step with empathy and understanding working diligently towards attaining the best possible outcome for your case.

It is natural to wonder just how much compensation might be within reach given your specific case scenario – starting off as curious queries quite often transforming into powerful steps taken towards surmounting unfair hand dealt by destiny itself. Clicked ‘Next’ button below stands as an invitation extended to know more about what lies ahead – guided by seasoned experts well-versed in intricacies involved across numerous lawsuits carved out of painful narratives unravelled over time.

With Carlson Bier, take comfort in knowing that a competent advocate is relentlessly fighting for your rights in these challenging times. Remember, no one fights alone when they choose us.

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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 Creve Coeur

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Proficient in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Fire Burns

Giving adept legal support for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Healthcare Malpractice

Delivering specialist legal support for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Obligation

Managing cases involving problematic products, offering expert legal support to clients affected by faulty goods.

Aged Abuse

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble & Slip Accidents

Skilled in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking recovery for their harm.

Infant Traumas

Supplying legal help for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Crashes: Concentrated on helping patients of car accidents get fair remuneration for wounds and destruction.

Motorbike Accidents

Expert in providing legal advice for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Semi Mishap

Extending expert legal advice for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for injuries.

Construction Site Incidents

Concentrated on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Brain Harms

Dedicated to extending specialized legal representation for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Expert in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Death

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and professional legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Committed to advocating for patients with spine impairments, offering expert legal guidance to secure recovery.

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