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In the aftermath of a tragic event, Carlson Bier stands as your staunch ally for wrongful death cases in Grandview. Built on winning strategies and unwavering customer perseverance, our established Wrongful Death attorneys are recognized within the legal community for their expertise in handling even the toughest suits. Trust that you have experienced lawyers who combine aggressive litigation tactics with compassionate attention to individual client needs. With integrity at its core values , Carlson Bier assures meticulous assistance throughout this difficult process while seeking maximum compensation for loss and damages suffered. Our firm’s commitment towards causing significant positive impacts in clients’ lives sets us apart from others. Handling each case with utmost proficiency while protecting client-attorney confidentiality is an assurance we stand by here at Carlson Bier.Our understanding of Illinois law coupled with extensive experience ensures that every detail will be attended to promptly.Choosing us means aligning yourself with proactive advocates fighting tirelessly every step of the way towards securing justice efficiently handled, when it’s needed most: during your time of distress.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Grandview Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted personal injury attorneys based in Illinois. Our realm of specialization encompasses the intricate field of Wrongful Death lawsuits. A wrongful death claim can be complex and delicate as it emerges from tragic circumstances involving the loss of a beloved one due to someone else’s negligence or intentional harmful act. The insidious emotional impact that accompanies such incidences makes it all too critical for families to have reliable legal guidance.

At Carlson Bier, we aim to educate you about your legal entitlements and help you gain an enhanced understanding of wrongful death claims. We are equipped with expert legal acumen backed by years of experience championing these complex cases.

• A major point attendant upon wrongful death lawsuits is establishing negligence or intent – which means proving that the defendant owes a ‘duty of care’ towards the victim and there has been a breach leading to loss.

• Wrongful Death compensation includes multiple factors like pain and suffering experienced by decedent before demise, funeral expenses, inheritance loss, deceased’s expected earnings, medical bills amongst others.

• Statute of Limitations – In Illinois, typically you possess two years from date of death to file this civil lawsuit but exceptions exist based on specific details related to case such as discovery rule or relation to criminal proceedings.

• Family members who can bring forth wrongful death suits involve immediate family members like spouse or children; however, under certain conditions parents or siblings may also stake a claim.

Complexity increases multifold with every case being unique – presenting different facts demanding varied strategic approach. It is central not only comprehend law complexities but equally crucial how courtrooms interpret these laws.

When navigating through the daunting prospect of pursing a wrongful death suit, it becomes essential to have empathetic yet objective professional advice acting as your guiding beacon making sure no stone is left unturned in pursuit for justice vis-à-vis rightful compensation.

Our firm prides itself on providing unparalleled dedication toward achieving just compensation for your loss. We understand it’s not merely about financial recompense but impinges on bringing closure and making sure such incidents don’t recur.

Through our stringent legal processes, we aim to build convincing arguments by scrupulous examination of every evidence piece; Give voice to the voiceless – Losings a loved one is hard enough without having to worry about complexities of justice. In this grueling journey, you are no longer alone with Carlson Bier standing steadfast by your side.

We bring along tireless commitment fueled by compassion – drawn from knowledge of families facing devastating losses while dealing with incessant intricacy and confusion thrown up by legal systems. Our expert team handles each case personally with empathy making sure you receive optimal attention during this challenging ordeal.

At Carlson Beir, relationships matter above all – being aware inputs received through the process will have long-standing consequences for family structures surviving solely on balance delicately preserved hitherto.

The testament to our work ethos is the continued trust endowed upon us by numerous families who experienced unfortunate circumstances brought about due to wrongful deaths – Regardless of nature of case being medical malpractice, vehicle accident or workplace mishap related fatalities in Illinois.

Are you tackling the tumultuous aftermath following tragic loss? Are you unsure whether you have grounded basis for a Wrongful Death claim? Consult with Carlson Bier attorneys 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 Grandview

Bike Crashes

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

Thermal Wounds

Extending adept legal services for victims of major burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Extending expert legal representation for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

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

Senior Neglect

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Trip and Tumble Injuries

Professional in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking compensation for their injuries.

Infant Traumas

Delivering legal help for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Mishaps: Devoted to assisting victims of car accidents secure just settlement for harms and harm.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Focused on providing legal advice for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Semi Accident

Ensuring specialist legal representation for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for injuries.

Building Site Incidents

Dedicated to defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Cognitive Damages

Committed to providing professional legal services for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Expertise in handling cases for persons who have suffered traumas from dog bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

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

Undeserved Loss

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Damage

Expert in supporting clients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal guidance to secure settlement.

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