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When faced with a wrongful death tragedy in Goodings Grove, it is essential to seek exceptional legal support. Choosing Carlson Bier gives you access to unparalleled legal resources and expertise in Illinois’ Wrongful Death claim regulations. Our record proves that we leave no stone unturned – ensuring full representation empathetically and professionally for our grieving clients. We conceive every case as unique; therefore, employ meticulous strategies to pursue justice for the victims’ loved ones while handling the statutory complexities smoothly on their behalf. What sets us apart from others? It’s our commitment to securing maximal compensation under the law’s ambit and alleviating your distress caused by your loved one’s untimely demise. Furthermore, being well-versed with state laws allows us unsurpassed insights delivering results beyond expectations – possessing adequate acumen about judgement criterias across diverse circumstances involving loss of life due negligence or deliberate action of another party ensures this! So remember, when seeking assertive advocacy recognizing your pain at such critical times within Illinois State—think Carlson Bier!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Goodings Grove Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our team of dedicated personal injury attorneys in Illinois is committed to providing support and representation to individuals who have suffered tragedy due to unforeseen circumstances. Notably, we specialize in the critical area of wrongful death.

Wrongful death is a deeply unfortunate incident where an individual loses their life due to someone else’s negligence or deliberate action. We understand the emotional turmoil such wrongful acts bring upon family members and loved ones left behind. It disrupts lives, leaving many confused about what next steps should be taken which can lead to a significant financial burden on families struggling with loss and grief.

Such claims are instituted by immediate family members or the estate executor asserting that if not for negligent actions causing fatal accidents, their loved one would be still alive. Here are some instances when wrongful death occurs:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents: Caused due to irresponsible driving behaviors such as speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving.

• Medical Malpractice: When healthcare providers act negligently directly leading to patients’ fatalities.

• Workplace Accidents: Cases often occur in jobs involving manual labor like construction sites with deadly machinery mishaps owing to employer negligence.

• Product Liability: Fatal incidents resulting from hazardous products lacking appropriate precautions or warnings.

The scope of a wrongful death claim may encompass various elements aimed at financially assisting surviving members affected by untimely demises. These might include medical expenses incurred before the deceased’s ultimate departure; funeral costs; lost income potential; compensation covering pain & suffering endured by deceased before passing away; loss of companionship felt by immediate family among other factors.

Crucially, this civil lawsuit differs from any criminal charges filed against responsible parties but instead seeks monetary recovery for direct harm caused extending beyond insurance coverage limitations typically encountered in personal injury cases. Needless to say these legal mazes can seem insurmountable during times of deep pain.

Despite common misconceptions suggesting otherwise , moving forward with your claim immediately after such tragic incident is proven beneficial in supporting your case. This urgency helps solidify key facts and preserves vital evidence deteriorating over time as Illinois statute of limitation restricts wrongful death lawsuits to two years post the individual’s passing.

Our role at Carlson Bier doesn’t merely halt at filing such claims for our clients, we hold people accountable. We engage with diligence, compassion, experience on your behalf while anticipating hurdles individual insurance companies might deploy in trying to discount yer legitimate concerns. Our reputation carrying expertise navigating complex legal landscapes ensures unbiased perspective and commitment that wrongful death litigation demands.

Trusting us with your claim means relieving yourself from unfamiliar territory of understanding dense regulations or lengthy statutes freeing you to focus on personal healing within family unit critical during challenging times.

Life unfortunately disrupted due to such gross negligence flashes tremendous pain for surviving kin but know this; You are NOT alone. Legal support forms integral part in ensuring you being rightfully heard deserving rightful justice owed to not only deceased loved ones but immediate family too often sailing through unimaginable trauma themselves gripping onto recovery over an unsettling event.

As your dedicated law firm based out of Illinois dealing with personal injury related matters, we intensely strive for blessed memory translating into actionable justice served attaining closure families need under our committed eyes and caring hearts driving every client interaction shaping experiences distinctively defining Carlson Bier essence evaporated into all professional proceedings managed by us.

It becomes absolutely essential then realizing true value attached assessing exact compensation proportions suitable serve interests best aligning within broad spectrum surrounding wrongful death claims warranting experienced practicing attorneys interpreting complexities often shadowed within judicial exercising.Wondering about potential worth? Click on the button below and find out how much YOUR case is worth today- because ultimately, keeping silent isn’t an option when it comes seeking tangible justice respecting sanctity towards precious life lost untimely striking chords deeply with everyone at Carlson Bier – Your trusted partner amidst despair!

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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 Goodings Grove

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Expert in legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Offering skilled legal help for victims of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Ensuring specialist legal services for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Obligation

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, extending skilled legal support to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Abuse

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Fall Mishaps

Professional in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking justice for their harm.

Childbirth Injuries

Offering legal aid for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Accidents: Dedicated to aiding clients of car accidents gain equitable recompense for hurts and damages.

Bike Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal support for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Big Rig Accident

Delivering adept legal advice for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for injuries.

Building Crashes

Engaged in assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Specializing in offering compassionate legal assistance for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Wounds

Proficient in managing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from dog bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Incidents

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

Unwarranted Fatality

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Backbone Impairment

Specializing in supporting individuals with paralysis, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure compensation.

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