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If you’re seeking top-notch legal services in Franklin Park, your search ends with Carlson Bier. They are the go-to specialists for Wrongful Death cases, offering exceptional professionalism and a deep well of industry knowledge. The attorney group boasts a stellar record of achieving fair compensation while ensuring families find closure following their tragic loss. Their dedicated team leaves no stone unturned in navigating complex legislation to seek justice for victims who have lost their lives due to negligence or misconduct from others. What sets them apart is the care they infuse in each case; seeing beyond its transactional aspects, they connect on a personal level providing empathetic support throughout the process. With attention to detail combined with aggressive representation capabilities, Carlson Bier ensures your voice gets heard where it counts most – within the judicial system fighting tirelessly towards maximum compensation under Illinois law’s boundaries. Trusting this renowned firm means entrusting your case with one of Illinois’ most qualified wrongful death attorneys−that’s why choosing Carlson Bier isn’t just an option; it’s the best decision for peace & justice.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Franklin Park Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your dependable legal ally when you’re grappling with the harsh reality of Wrongful Death. Our firm is strategically grounded in Illinois and we take pride in offering legal assistance to individuals seeking justice for their loved ones who have been victims of negligence. Wrongful Death cases can emerge from a range of incidents including – auto accidents, construction mishaps, medical malpractice or faulty products that turn fatal. Blessed with vast experience, our dedicated attorneys will guide you through each stage of your case with transparency and tenacity.

Understanding what constitutes as Wrongful Death under Illinois law is crucial. Essentially, if a person’s demise has resulted due to another party’s misconduct or negligence then it falls under the jurisdiction of ‘Wrongful Death’. In these tragic circumstances, survivors are entitled to sue for loss of companionship and monetary damages resulting from the untimely passing of their cherished one. To accentuate further, here are key aspects about wrongful death lawsuits you must know:

• A wrongful death lawsuit must be filed within two years from the date of death.

• The suit should prove without dispute that someone else’s fault lead directly to the death.

• Typically brought by closest relatives like spouses or children.

• Monetary awards often cover funeral expenses and lost income.

Navigating such devastating losses requires unyielding support both emotionally and legally. Here at Carlson Bier, we excel not only in showcasing utmost professionalism but also infusing empathy throughout our legal approach, because we believe in serving as an unwavering pillar during your fight for justice.

Approaching professionals who specialize in Wrongful Death cases increases your chances significantly at winning these lawsuits since they demand evidence collection, significant negotiation tactics along with intricate knowledge about how insurance companies operate. Expect extensive investigation from us which goes beyond immediate accident investigations; while taking into account life expectancy tables to project future earnings that could’ve been potentially earned had your loved one lived longer.

By partnering with us, we assure you that our skilled attorneys will find a path through the complex maze of medical bills, insurance forms, and complicated legalities. Our reputation in Illinois as steadfast litigators ensures that your wrongful death claim is handled sensitively yet assertively.

What sets Carlson Bier apart from others? We possess unparalleled determination to confront responsible parties and their insurance providers. Unlike many law firms whose work stops at receiving settlements; you’ll discover an unwavering commitment from Carlson Bier — relentlessly pushing further until justice prevails.

Most importantly, same as the attorney-client relationship, trust lies at the heart of every dispute resolution. You can be assured that both integrity and confidentiality are upheld with primacy at our firm – this extends to any communication about facts surrounding your case and discussions related to fees for our services.

Before moving forward with a lawsuit, it’s important for clients like yourself to understand what compensation might look like. Factors such as loss of expected wages, loss of companionship or consortium along with incurred expenses due to hospitalization or funeral services play pivotal roles in assessing potential damages. Exemplary cases have seen significant payouts although it’s critical not to form expectations solely based on prior verdicts given how circumstances differ vastly between lawsuits.

Each case comes with its unique characteristics, so without accurate review by expert hands like ours at Carlson Bier – no definitive outcomes can be predicted accurately. Therefore, rather than relying upon conjectures spread across multiple media outlets – click on the button below which allows you access to an estimated worth of your case. Remember though it’s just an estimate; we encourage all prospective clients seeking closure after wrongful deaths to reach out directly for dynamic consultation tailored specifically according to each individual situation.

So while grappling these emotionally harsh times; remember that together we shall strive towards serving justice because at Carlson Bier: Your story matters! Let’s unfold it together exclusively following the contours of professionalism personalized catering justly and correctly towards securing claims forming a secure bridge across your road to recovery after Wrongful Death.

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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 Franklin Park

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Supplying specialist legal advice for people of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Medical Incompetence

Extending experienced legal services for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Fault

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal help to victims affected by harmful products.

Elder Abuse

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip & Fall Accidents

Specialist in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking recovery for their damages.

Childbirth Damages

Providing legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Crashes

Mishaps: Focused on assisting clients of car accidents receive equitable compensation for hurts and losses.

Scooter Collisions

Specializing in providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Trucking Accident

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

Construction Incidents

Committed to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in offering dedicated legal services for clients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Wounds

Adept at addressing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Jogger Accidents

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

Unfair Fatality

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and professional legal representation to ensure restitution.

Neural Harm

Focused on representing clients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal support to secure settlement.

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