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At Carlson Bier, we understand the pain that comes with losing a loved one due to negligence. Serving Findlay, our experienced Wrongful Death attorneys work tirelessly to provide solace through justice. Carrying the weight of emotional and financial burdens can be heavy; however, you do not have to bear it alone – this is where we step in. We specialize in representing victims’ families who are dealing with wrongful death cases committed by irresponsible individuals or organizations. Our reputation is built on empathy for our clients as well as fierce determination during negotiations and trials alike which puts us at an advantage when fighting for your rights against colossal insurance companies and corporations. With meticulous investigation procedures combined with persuasive negotiation skills, we ensure that those accountable are brought into court and equitable compensation granted promptly for aid in damages sustained: loss of consortium or affection, lost earning potential including economic support amongst others all within strict adherence to Illinois laws regarding advertisement regulations.. Choose Carlson Bier—the pre-eminent legal representation firm—for comprehensive assistance during such challenging times- Partnering strengths for rightful outcomes!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Findlay Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that losing a loved one is an incredibly difficult experience. The grief can be even more overwhelming when their passing is sudden or due to the negligence of another party. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we are committed to helping families navigate through such troubling times with our adept expertise in handling wrongful death lawsuits.

Wrongful Death refers to a civil action that asserts someone’s death was directly perpetrated by the actions or negligence of another entity or individual. Numerous circumstances might lead to wrongful death claims including but not limited to medical malpractice, vehicular accidents, occupational hazards, and product defects. If you have lost a loved one due to any such circumstance, it is important that you consider legal reparation for your loss.

• Remember: You have the right to seek accountability from those responsible.

• Understanding the law: Wrongful death laws vary between states. In Illinois, for instance, only specific familial relations can file a suit i.e., spouses, children (including adopted), and parents (for underage victims). The law excludes siblings.

• Time-frame: It’s crucial not get left behind as there exists a two-year statute of limitations within which you should file your claim.

Clearly understanding the financial compensation involved in wrongful death cases can also offer closure while mitigating some of life’s imminent practicalities following a loss. These may encompass facets like medical expenses related prior-to-death care (if applicable), funeral costs, lost income prospects inclusive of future earnings and benefits on behalf of deceased loved ones along with non-economic aspects like emotional suffering rendered by tragedy.

It’s essential bearing in mind that acting swiftly coupled with acquiring diligent legal representation plays an indomitable role towards maximizing compensation opportunities available under law provisions:

1) Swift action creates necessary leeway ensuring prompt investigation while gathering important evidence thereby strengthening your case

2) Legal guidance helps decipher intricate complexities inherent within laws making it plausible laying strong claim strategies whilst negating avoidable pitfalls.

At Carlson Bier, our wrongful death lawyers have a solid reputation built on successful verdicts and settlements pendulously swinging in favor of clients we represent. We bring decades of mastery adroitly navigating Illinois court systems along with a strong impetus for justice geared towards best possible outcomes reflecting the full value of your claim.

The path towards seeking legal remedy after suffering an irreplaceable loss is fraught with complications and red tape. The legal team at Carlson Bier is acutely aware of this reality, so striving by walking arm in arm empathizing your journey catering personalized attention whilst fiercely protecting rights forms part our core duty to you – always remember; you don’t stand alone.

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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 Findlay

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Giving adept legal assistance for patients of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Clinical Misconduct

Providing experienced legal representation for patients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Responsibility

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, providing skilled legal services to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Abuse

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Stumble Incidents

Expert in handling trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking compensation for their damages.

Newborn Damages

Supplying legal help for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents receive equitable remuneration for wounds and losses.

Motorcycle Accidents

Specializing in providing legal advice for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Collision

Delivering expert legal support for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for injuries.

Building Site Mishaps

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Damages

Expert in ensuring expert legal assistance for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Traumas

Expertise in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Committed to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Wrongful Fatality

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and adept legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Injury

Specializing in assisting clients with spine impairments, offering professional legal services to secure settlement.

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