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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate event of a wrongful death, Carlson Bier is your unrivaled ally in seeking justice. As an Illinois-based personal injury law firm specializing in wrongful death cases, our lawyers understand the overwhelming complexities that can engulf such devastating situations. We are steadfastly committed to securing compensation for clients who have been thrust into grief and financial uncertainty due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct. As staunch advocates for Girard residents grappling with such tragic losses, we use our meticulous knowledge of Illinois laws to prove fault beyond a shred of doubt. Our methodical approach ensures no stone remains unturned as we painstakingly build every case from foundational evidence up towards irrefutable proof. At Carlson Bier, each detail matters because every life has infinite value and deserves unwavering commitment when it comes to seeking justice. With us, you get more than seasoned attorneys; you receive persistent champions who will fight tirelessly on behalf of your loved one, all while honoring their memory through earnest dedication.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Girard Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our unwavering commitment to fierce advocacy is matched only with compassion for those we serve. As a respected personal injury law firm in Illinois, we’ve made it our mission to fight relentlessly for the rights of individuals and families affected by life-altering circumstances.

One such circumstance that demands compassionate representation and unyielding allyship is that of wrongful death cases. Defined as a fatal incident caused by the negligence or misconduct of another party, wrongful deaths can leave surviving family members grappling not just with grief but also overwhelming financial burdens from medical expenses, funeral costs, and diminished income.

• The legal complexities surrounding wrongful death claims – Wrongful death suits are civil actions separate from any criminal charges the responsible party may face. These claims aim to provide a form of financial recovery for the victim’s survivors.

• Types of damages compensated in wrongful death claims – Available compensation typically covers economic losses relating to lost wages and inheritance, medical expenses incurred before death, funeral and burial costs as well as non-economic losses like loss of companionship, mental anguish and pain and suffering endured by surviving kin.

• Proving liability in wrongful death cases – Liability hinges on demonstrating ‘duty of care,’ breach thereof resulting in a fatality, along with showing direct causation between said breach and the occurrence of death. It requires sound legal strategy given its delicacy.

We at Carlson Bier understand these intricacies better than most. With seasoned attorneys offering expert counsel personalized to your needs, we work diligently through each stage using robust investigation tools and strategies essential in proving fault even against formidable opponents.

Our team remains steadfastly committed till you secure fair division which dovetails into our core belief: everyone deserves justice especially under heart-rending circumstances brought about by such tragedies. We are passionate about maximising compensation so as to ease financial pressures following an unimaginable loss hence allowing space for healing without undue stressors.

Moreover, our realistic, honest approach eliminates false hopes: at Carlson Bier, we believe in full transparency with our clients. Instead of making spurious promises about the outcome of your claim, we let the strength of our skills and ethics carve out a robust case for you. We invest time in educating clients while guiding them through emotionally taxing legal landscapes, ultimately empowering them to make informed decisions.

Given that wrongful death claims have strict statutory limitation periods in Illinois, it is paramount to retain effective legal representation promptly. At Carlson Bier, not only will our team painstakingly build your case but also handle all critical deadlines ensuring a timely pursuit of justice.

Wrongful deaths inflict devastating emotional scars and financial burdens on grieving families. Having an unyielding ally versed with navigating such complex legal terrain can be invaluable towards rebuilding lives shattered by these traumatic events. Let Carlson Bier stand with you during this trying period providing the dedicated advocacy necessary for rightful compensations.

It’s never easy confronting such losses nor imagining life thereafter yet having someone there every step of the way makes this daunting journey somewhat bearable. If you’ve lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, you are not alone.

Click on the button below right away to find out how much your case may be worth – remember each moment matters when seeking justice even as dealing with grief simultaneously; hence starting now could be instrumental towards securing deserved compensation soonest possible. Trust Carlson Bier to turn your tragic circumstances into formidable results right away!

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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 Girard

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Offering professional legal advice for people of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Clinical Malpractice

Providing expert legal support for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Obligation

Handling cases involving defective products, extending expert legal guidance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Abuse

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Trip Injuries

Skilled in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking justice for their losses.

Birth Injuries

Providing legal aid for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents secure reasonable recompense for hurts and destruction.

Scooter Collisions

Expert in providing representation for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Truck Incident

Delivering experienced legal support for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for harms.

Building Collisions

Dedicated to supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in ensuring specialized legal representation for persons suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Damages

Specialized in handling cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Focused on legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and professional legal guidance to ensure redress.

Backbone Impairment

Specializing in defending individuals with paralysis, offering compassionate legal support to secure recovery.

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