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Trust Carlson Bier to seek justice in the wake of a wrongful death. The pain of losing a loved one unexpectedly is unimaginable -when that loss is due to another party’s negligence, it compounds an already devastating experience into unbearable heartache. As top-tier wrongful death attorneys in Illinois, we at Carlson Bier are dedicated advocates with unparalleled ability to pursue your claim zealously while shouldering the legal burden that you shouldn’t have to bear during this difficult time.

Our vast analytical resources and extensive litigation expertise provide us an edge; since every case differs significantly in nature and circumstances, our proficient attorneys tailor strategic responses based on precise examinations rather than generic solutions. We insist on humanely considering all angles, focusing not only on surmounting legal hurdles but also ensuring dignity for grieving families.

Carlson Bier’s reputation is built on compassionately steering clients through their darkest hours toward lightness where they gain closure and financial stability from astutely rendered settlements or verdicts. Trust us—your path towards seeking rightful recompense under such calamitous circumstances couldn’t be stridden more capably elsewhere.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Crystal Lawns Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the pain and suffering that follows a wrongful death. We are an Illinois based personal injury attorney group dedicated to availing guidance, legal representation, and dedicated counsel during these indubitably distressing times. Our goal is to provide you with expert guidance as you navigate the intricate maze of seeking justice for a loved one lost due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing.

Wrongful death refers to any death resulting from someone’s careless behavior, recklessness or deliberate action which leads to fatal accidents. This could stem from vehicular accidents, medical malpractice, workplace mishaps, or even instances of criminal behavior such as assault. Guided by our legal expertise in this field within Illinois law jurisdiction, we endeavor to pursue appropriate compensation for survivors who were financially dependent on a deceased individual.

Key facts about wrongful death lawsuits include:

• These cases typically arise when victims who would have had a valid personal injury claim are killed due-to specific actions.

• The surviving family members must prove that they suffered financial damage due-to premature demise.

• Wrongful death claims cover everything from loss of income and future earnings potential to companionship and emotional distress.

Challenges often encountered during such cases include proving liability and quantifying damages accurately. Our attorneys at Carlson Bier have years of experience dealing with all complexities pertaining to wrongful deaths so that bereaved families can focus on healing emotionally while we fight their legal battles.

It is important to remember that not only immediate relatives like spouses and children but also dependents and beneficiaries have the right under Illinois law (740 ILCS 180) Act 5), Section 2) seek restitution for their losses.

Monetary compensation secured through successful litigation can ease immediate fiscal pressures caused by funeral expenses and help ensure lasting financial stability for those left behind – cushioning impact from loss-of wages previously earned by deceased individuals.

Specifically concerning medical negligence scenarios within this unfortunate realm: It primarily occurs when healthcare providers fail to uphold professional standards causing avoidable patient deaths. Here, our personal injury lawyers will institute strategic action aimed at holding accountable all responsible parties cutting across individual practitioners and/or larger healthcare institutions.

Remember that pursuing a wrongful death case requires patience because it needs precise strategy execution over a period of time. The statute of limitations in Illinois for such cases is two years from the date-of-death. Prolonged as this may seem, earlier initiation guarantees better preparedness due-to detailed evidence collection — ultimately strengthening your lawsuit credibility.

Even as you grieve the profound loss of a loved one, remember your rights under the law. At Carlson Bier, our compassionate yet robust approach ensures that these rights are both defended and enforced systematically so you can receive just compensation catered specifically to your unique circumstances. No amount of money can bring back a loved one or mitigate the pain of their absence but financial restitution can support surviving family members by covering medical bills, funeral expenses and allowing them to forge ahead into an uncertain future with some semblance of security.

For more information on what we offer at Carlson Bier or an estimation on how many damages could potentially be awarded if legal proceedings commence favorably — click on the button below for a free evaluation of your case’s worth without any obligation whatsoever.

Distressed individuals echo dissatisfaction due-to failures by other failing legal companies promising unkept pledges; Our service guarantees satisfaction while venturing for justice within permissible boundaries set out clearly as per Illinois state regulations – values integrity above everything else thereby attaining all clients’ trust implicitly!

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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 Crystal Lawns

Bike Accidents

Specializing in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Fire Burns

Providing adept legal support for victims of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Medical Carelessness

Offering expert legal assistance for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Obligation

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, providing skilled legal guidance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Abuse

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Tumble Injuries

Skilled in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking restitution for their suffering.

Infant Damages

Offering legal guidance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Collisions

Incidents: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents secure just payout for wounds and destruction.

Bike Crashes

Expert in providing representation for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Truck Collision

Providing specialist legal advice for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for hurts.

Worksite Collisions

Focused on assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Neurological Impairments

Specializing in ensuring specialized legal representation for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Adept at tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Demise

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and expert legal representation to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Specializing in advocating for clients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure compensation.

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