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When mourning the unexpected loss of a loved one due to wrongful death, it is paramount that you secure insightful legal counsel. Carlson Bier, an accomplished Illinois law firm specializing in personal injury cases offers superior representation. Our team’s deep understanding of Wrongful Death laws ensures that we diligently advocate for justice and full compensation for our clients during their trying times. Raised on a foundation of tenacity and empathy, Carlson Bier matches exceptional legal service with compassionate client care – an attribute highly sought after amidst such emotionally-draining circumstances. Known across East Carondelet and beyond for their unrelenting commitment to victim rights, this esteemed group’s high success rate speaks volumes about their professionalism and competence. Therefore, it’s no wonder why many rely on Carlson Bier as their first choice when seeking legal redress following tragic incidences leading to wrongful deaths. Making your fight ours too, we walk step by step with you against all odds until justice prevails – because at Carlson Bier; your peace is our priority!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in East Carondelet Illinois

Wrongful death claims are a complex field, and at Carlson Bier, we aim to simplify the process for you while ensuring that you receive the justice you rightly deserve. Located in Illinois, our group of seasoned attorneys specializes in personal injury cases with an emphasis on wrongful death suits; giving every case our undivided attention to obtain favorable results.

Illinois law defines wrongful death as one caused by neglect, a default act or any form of unskillfulness. It is crucial for anyone associated with such tragedies to understand that this goes beyond compensating mere dollar values but also recognizes grief infliction and suffering borne by close relatives of the deceased.

At Carlson Bier, we step in to help ease your burden when it comes to legal representation. Our proficient attorneys navigate the many cumbersome rules of litigation and free you from stressful documentations and court proceedings. We believe in being your confidants while manifesting unflinching strength against negligent parties responsible for your loss.

We bring forth a proactive approach towards numerous causes linked with wrongful deaths including vehicle accidents, product defects leading to accidental deaths, workplace fatalities due to employers’ negligence among others. While these tragic circumstances can leave families floundering both emotionally and financially, Carlson Bier provides committed representation aimed at securing significant financial compensation which includes:

• Medical bills incurred before death.

• Funeral and burial expenses.

• Loss of benefits like pension plans or medical coverage.

• Loss of inheritance due to untimely death.

• Pain inflicted on the survivors due to their loss.

• Loss experienced regarding care, protection and companionship the deceased would have provided.

Navigating through this tumultuous period requires empathy combined with professional prowess – a quality deeply ingrained into our practice here at Carlson Bier. We endeavour diligently towards achieving fair settlement agreements or aggressively representing you in court if necessary. Every case is unique just as every life lost prematurely is unique too; therefore understanding intricacies involved in wrongful death cases and employing custom strategies is paramount to us.

However, it is noteworthy that Illinois imposes a specific time frame for filing these claims – typically within two years of the date of death. There are exceptions though, like in medical malpractice suits where certain conditions apply. The clock starts ticking from the moment you realize an error had been made — sometimes this may be years after the alleged incident. These laws often termed as “Statutes of Limitations” make it imperative that you act promptly.

In summary, Carlson Bier offers our considerable legal craftsmanship coupled with unyielding empathy every step of the way during this incredibly trying period. The wrongful death lawsuit process can appear overwhelming but remember, you do not have to brave it alone – We’re right here by your side.

Lastly, knowing how much your case is worth could greatly ease your present uncertainties – providing clarity towards what lies ahead;. Here at Carlson Bier, we extend our free-of-charge case evaluation facility built over decades put into practice while dealing with countless other similar situations. Click on the button below to gain insight into how much your case might be worth; let’s bring those responsible for your loss accountable together!

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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 East Carondelet

Cycling Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Burn Burns

Extending skilled legal services for patients of grave burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Physician Incompetence

Offering professional legal representation for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Fault

Dealing with cases involving defective products, delivering adept legal help to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Fall Mishaps

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking justice for their suffering.

Infant Harms

Providing legal help for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Collisions

Collisions: Dedicated to guiding clients of car accidents obtain equitable remuneration for hurts and harm.

Motorbike Accidents

Expert in providing legal services for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Big Rig Incident

Extending adept legal representation for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for injuries.

Worksite Collisions

Focused on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Head Damages

Committed to extending professional legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in handling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Focused on legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Passing

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and skilled legal support to ensure redress.

Neural Harm

Specializing in advocating for clients with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal representation to secure justice.

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