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When facing the trauma of a wrongful death, it’s paramount to secure reliable, empathetic and expert legal assistance that comprehensively understands your plight. In such challenging times, Carlson Bier offers unparalleled dedication to tirelessly pursuing justice for you. As skilled personal injury lawyers based out of Illinois with vast experience handling Wrongful Death cases successfully across diverse geographies including Davis, we stand ready to fight tenaciously on your behalf. Combining an inherit passion for justice with keen knowledge-centric approach amplifies our drive in achieving maximum compensation for our clients. We facilitate navigating this complex legal process whilst tendering compassionate understanding towards the client’s emotional ordeal minimizing their burden considerably. The strength of our reputation is deeply rooted in years of proven results and consistently exceeding client expectations facilitating closure and healing after traumatic experiences like wrongful death incidents come uninvited disrupting lives completely unexpectedly ― reaffirming why families entrust us as their preferred partner during their most difficult times when everything else might seem blurry or confusing around them! Choose Carlson Bier; because everyone deserves justice propagated through truth served sincerely well.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Davis Illinois

Welcome to the official website of Carlson Bier, Illinois’ premier personal injury legal experts. Our focused mission is to serve residents who need professional guidance and robust representative action in dealing with wrongful death incidents. We invite you to explore the crucial information provided herein and discover why our accumulated knowledge and experience uniquely place us at the forefront of this complex legal field.

Wrongful death is a devastating event that leaves an indelible mark on loved ones left behind. It refers primarily to a situation where someone dies due to another’s negligence, recklessness or deliberate harmful actions. When these unfortunate occurrences take place, surviving family members may have cause for seeking civil remedies within the expansive sphere of wrongful death claims.

Understanding your rights in such traumatic situations is essential. Let Carlson Bier walk you through some critical points:

• Wrongful death suits are civil actions filed against individuals or entities whose preventable misconduct or negligence caused another party’s demise.

• Successful lawsuits lead to monetary damages awarded to compensate grieving relatives for their losses.

• Damages encompass not only financial contributions– lost wages as well as potential future earnings – but also incorporate non-economic aspects relating like loss of companionship or consortium.

• The executor is typically entrusted with filing claim on behalf of deceased’s estate.

• Statute limitations apply, meaning there are strict timelines for when these cases must be brought before court after incident occurred.

Although nothing can truly redress the pain experienced after losing a cherished one, achieving some level of fiscal compensation can alleviate financial stressors that invariably follow such tragic circumstances. In Illinois specifically, laws pertaining wrongful deaths designate specific parties – particularly spouses and children – as legitimate beneficiaries in these cases.

It bears emphasis here: You will inevitably face numerous complexities navigating through strenuous process alone.Thus it becomes crucially important enlist reliable legal assistance early onwards.This becomes pivotal even more so coz law stipulates very clear timeframes during which rightful claimant must lodge restitution request failing which right to claim could potentially be forever forfeited.

Carlson Bier, with our distinguished array of personal injury attorneys versed in Illinois law, is ready and equipped to provide you with the advocacy that your case deserves. Our firm remains committed to ensuring that you receive maximum compensation as we fight tooth and nail against insurance companies and other entities who want nothing more than for you to settle for less than what’s deserved.

The ability of our attorneys to successfully break down complex legal procedures into understandable language sets us apart. After a comprehensive consultation, we can analyze your specific circumstance and chart out a roadmap best suited towards realizing your intended objective.

At Carlson Bier, compassion stands at the heart of every case we undertake. We understand that speaking about a loved ones wrongful death can feel overwhelming at first but know this: Your courage is major step forward needed to effect justice within ambit of prevalent laws.From extensive knowledgebase garnered over years dealing similar cases , rest assured knowing your fight rests in hands capable steering it yeild fruition.

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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 Davis

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Focused on legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Giving adept legal services for victims of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Physician Malpractice

Offering expert legal services for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Fault

Handling cases involving problematic products, extending skilled legal assistance to clients affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Tumble Accidents

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

Birth Damages

Providing legal aid for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to guiding clients of car accidents get reasonable payout for hurts and impairment.

Motorbike Mishaps

Committed to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Trucking Collision

Offering specialist legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for harms.

Construction Collisions

Concentrated on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Damages

Focused on ensuring professional legal support for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

Skilled in handling cases for people who have suffered harms from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Death

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and adept legal support to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Injury

Dedicated to advocating for persons with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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