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Seeking skilled representation in the aftermath of a wrongful death? Turn to Carlson Bier, where compassionate expertise meets a commitment to justice. Based on our outstanding record in handling complex personal injury claims across Illinois, our firm has garnered recognition as an excellent choice for your wrongful death suit needs. Our attorneys thoroughly investigate each case to establish accountability and advocate unremittingly for your rights under Illinois law. We meticulously navigate through every pertinent detail of the process, ensuring you receive deserved compensation and closure. At Carlson Bier, we value Galesburg residents’ welfare – we strive relentlessly for their protection during these challenging times by successfully disputing wrongful deaths caused by negligence or misconduct. Trust us with the intricacies of your claim; an enduring team at Carlson Bier is prepared with extensive knowledge and seasoned negotiation skills necessary when facing such emotionally charged circumstances. Remember that anyone can make promises – but only proven advocates like those at Carlson Bier can deliver results. Let us support you through this uncertain journey towards reparation and peace.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Galesburg Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that losing a loved one is an extremely traumatic event and when it’s due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct, it compounds the emotional strain with a sense of injustice. We are your trusted personal injury lawyers based in Illinois, seasoned in handling wrongful death cases and committed to seeking justice on behalf of you and your loved ones.

Wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to another party’s reckless behavior, neglect, or intentional harm; it creates significant disruption in the lives of surviving family members. From an unexpected loss of income to costly funeral expenses and emotional turmoil – the aftermath can be staggering for everyone involved.

For anyone dealing with such a difficult situation, understanding wrongful death claims might become overwhelming amidst this grief. Let us bring clarity amidst this chaos by breaking down key components about Wrongful Death Laws:

• Eligibility: Wrongful deaths can result from various situations ranging from automobile accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents to product defects.

• Beneficiaries: Immediate family members (i.e., spouse or children) are almost always eligible while distant relatives may need stern proof showing their dependency upon deceased person’s support

• Damages Recoverable: Both economic damages (e.g., lost wages) and non-economic damages (pain & suffering) could potentially be recovered.

Navigating through legal complexity during times of grief is challenging but crucial. There lies immense value within these lawsuits as they serve dual purposes – offering financial relief to survivors and acting as deterrents against negligent actions for potential wrongdoers.

Carlson Bier’s team has continued commitment towards resolving complex disputes under Illinois law efficiently and effectively – leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of justice for our clients. Our strategies are tailored case-by-case protecting you against burdensome investigation requirements usually faced by plaintiffs while streamlining their path towards resolution covering comprehensive range services including professional legal counsel throughout court proceedings or negotiating settlement deals representing best interests of our clients.

Drawing from our deep understanding of Illinois’s wrongful death law, we relentlessly work to strengthen each claim based on facts and evidence. Our attention to detail sets us apart because we understand how impacting each facet can be in terms of determining the outcome of a case.

Moreover, when you engage with Carlson Bier, you aren’t just working with an entity – you’re partnering with a group that cares profoundly about its clients. We recognize that while monetary compensation won’t bring your loved one back or negate your pain, it plays vital role in easing the financial expenses incurred due to such unfortunate incidents. By providing diligent service combined with compassion and understanding, we aim for absolute peace-of-mind ensuring successful closure towards legal matters during these challenging times.

Our approach is straightforward: Understand client’s unique situation meticulously; take judicious actions designed specifically addressing their needs; maintain transparency throughout duration of case proceedings all leading towards lightening their burden substantially while they concentrate on family well-being and emotional healing.

We know choosing right legal assistance could appear daunting but rest assured, partnering with Carlson Bier guarantees professional handling by skilled personal injury attorneys dedicated towards holistic representation safeguarding rights at every stage within legal process – beginning complete evaluation until successful resolution achieved.

Grieving families can’t put life ‘on-hold’ and neither should justice served for wrongful deaths! Hence if you believe that your loved one’s death was unjust and are seeking righteous settlement under Illinois Law come connect with us without further delay! Curious about potential worth of your case? Click on the button below to help us assess value reflecting rightful compensation underlining strength and merit contained within your claim against negligent party responsibly delivering unparalleled professional service platform always standing strong beside those calling for justice in wake of wrongful death incidents.

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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 Galesburg

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or dangerous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Supplying specialist legal advice for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Healthcare Carelessness

Delivering expert legal representation for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Accountability

Managing cases involving dangerous products, delivering specialist legal guidance to customers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip and Tumble Accidents

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking redress for their harm.

Newborn Injuries

Supplying legal support for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Accidents: Dedicated to supporting victims of car accidents gain just recompense for wounds and losses.

Motorcycle Crashes

Specializing in providing legal services for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Big Rig Accident

Providing specialist legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for damages.

Worksite Collisions

Engaged in defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Impairments

Expert in extending professional legal support for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

Skilled in addressing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Demise

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Neural Damage

Specializing in representing patients with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal support to secure compensation.

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