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About Carlson Bier Associates

Facing a wrongful death case in Goodfield demands the guidance of an experienced entity; it requires Carlson Bier. As heralded champions in navigating complex legal terrains, our commitment to justice remains unstinting. The sudden loss and ensuing pain makes you eligible for compensation under Illinois law, which we fight rigorously to secure for every client in Wrongful Death cases.

At Carlson Bier, versatility defines us – as does tenacity. Harmonizing skillful negotiation techniques with diligent investigations into your case’s specifics mitigates gaps that could be exploited otherwise.

Our track record speaks volumes about our success rate – having successfully procured rightful compensation and closure for countless clients dealing with personal injury trauma across Illinois. Providing personalized attention coupled with legally sound strategies ensures that we meet your specific needs at this difficult juncture.

Remember, each Wrongful Death Case uniquely unfolds due to several prevailing circumstances. Still, one thing can be said universally: Carlson Bier keeps clients’ interests paramount through comprehensive support systems well-grounded in professional ethics.

Choose not just a legal firm when choosing representation – choose assurance—choose expertise,—choose advocates who care deeply about navigating this tumultuous period alongside you – choose Carlson Bier.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Goodfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a dedicated group of personal injury attorneys providing expert legal counsel in Illinois. We specialize in various areas, including wrongful death litigation, aiming to bring justice to the families grieving over the unfair loss of their loved ones.

Wrongful death refers to a scenario where an individual is fatally injured due to negligence or misconduct by another party. Negligence can occur in myriad forms, from motor vehicle accidents and medical malpractice incidents to workplace injuries caused by unsafe conditions. The pivotal point in these proceedings is proving that the party at fault directly caused the fatality due to carelessness.

• Establishing one’s guilt – Our astute lawyers rely on copious evidence such as accident reports, eyewitness testimonials and forensic data to establish culpability.

• Negligence – To file a valid lawsuit for wrongful death under Illinois law, it must be proved without doubt that the defendant failed in fulfilling a duty owed to the victim.

• Causation & Breach – It is imperative that this breach of duty directly resulted in death even when no explicit harm was intended.

• Damages – After determining responsibility conclusively, our efforts focus on calculating appropriate damages encompassing both emotional pain and financial strain incurred due to loss.

Amidst such challenging times coping with grief and pursuing legal recourse might seem daunting; nevertheless, it is crucial for obtaining closure besides protection against impending financial difficulty. Compensation received could cover medical bills relating directly towards injury leading up to demise,’loss of consortium’ if you’re a spouse deprived of companionship plus punitive damages punishing particularly reprehensible conduct while deterring its recurrence.

Time sensitivity plays an essential role as per ‘Statute Of Limitations.’ This stipulates specific deadlines for filing wrongful death lawsuits—consequently affecting your eligibility—the statutes vary based on different case specifications like age or relation between plaintiff & deceased alike thus making early consultation paramount.

Why choose Carlson Bier? Our distinguished law firm boasts an impressive track record securing rightful claims for our clients. We emphasize building a strong attorney-client bond, ensuring comforting solace during your hour of need. Stressing utmost empathy alongside professional guidance, we assure meticulous representation while streamlining the entire legal process to ease your trauma.

Our attorneys continuously invest time in studying peculiarities unique to each case, thoroughly understanding their dynamics and being potent advocates on behalf of our patrons. Implementing shrewd negotiation techniques or tenaciously combating within courtrooms—whichever path leads toward justice—we strive relentlessly while respecting your emotional vulnerability all along.

We firmly believe everybody deserves access to legal services without any financial barriers upfront impeding it. Therefore Carlson Bier extends ‘No Win, No Fee’ principle i.e., you only pay us once we’ve won compensatory settlements through either agreed negotiations or court proceedings. Besides preserving transparency in fees structure as well as keeping clientele appraised perpetually regarding case progression, we explicitly manifest commitment towards their cause.

At Carlson Bier, we don’t claim office locations where we do not have a physical presence; hence keep note whilst searching ‘personal lawyer located in Goodfield.’

If you’ve suffered the unbearable loss caused by wrongful death and seek transparent legal advice steeped in compassion and expertise alike—don’t hesitate in reaching out. Contact us now and let’s commence the journey together toward healing closure infused with due justice. For further convenience simply click on the button below to quickly evaluate how much your case may potentially be worth. It’s absolutely free & discreet implying no obligations whatsoever following this primary assessment. You owe it to yourself—and those whose memory you honor—to pursue legislative resolution effectively consolidating tangible recuperation from such enormous pain endured commemorably grappling against unjust infringement of loved one’s inviolable right towards life itself; indeed making priceless peace regain its fondly cherished place amidst tender reminiscences instead overtaken by inconsolable despair. Choose Carlson Bier for your trusted aid in wrongful death evaluations today.

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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 Goodfield

Bike Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Giving skilled legal assistance for patients of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Providing professional legal assistance for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Fault

Handling cases involving problematic products, extending expert legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Neglect

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Tumble Injuries

Specialist in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking justice for their losses.

Birth Damages

Delivering legal help for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Crashes: Concentrated on helping clients of car accidents receive equitable remuneration for damages and losses.

Bike Mishaps

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Big Rig Collision

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

Construction Collisions

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Harms

Focused on offering expert legal support for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Committed to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unjust Death

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and professional legal representation to ensure restitution.

Vertebral Harm

Focused on assisting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal assistance to secure settlement.

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