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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with the aftermath of a wrongful death, turning to Carlson Bier can make an immense difference. Based in Illinois, our law firm carries extensive experience in litigating serious matters such as these. In all parts of the legal world — especially wrongful death backdrop– it’s crucial to have skilled representation you trust implicitly. Carlson Bier is that trusted choice for many individuals and families throughout Greater Hanover Park area faced with such tragic circumstances.

Our compassionate legal team understands what you’re going through and will navigate intricately complex laws on your behalf while preserving your best interests relentlessly. By tenaciously fighting for justice and substantial compensation, we strive to alleviate potential financial burdens due to loss of income, medical expenses or funeral costs consequent upon this profound loss.

Having won numerous verdicts in favor of our clients across different cities of Illinois which indisputably exhibits not only our commitment but also complexity adaptation skills yearned whenever facing different jurisdiction complexities. Trusting us equates placing yourself at the forefront probability-wise towards favorable resolution, indemnifying score approximation values exemplified by past case histories; thus illustrating why we remain a top consideration when seeking Wrongful Death attorneys within reach.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Hanover Park Illinois

Quality legal representation can make all the difference in personal injury cases, especially when it comes to Wrongful Death suits. At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on utilizing our vast knowledge and expertise to deliver assertive, compassionate and results-driven service for victims’ families. Based in Illinois, we bring decades of experience representing clients who have suffered from the tragic loss of a loved one due to wrongful death.

Wrongful death is among those circumstances necessitating immediate and professional legal support. In terms of law definition, wrongful death refers to a scenario where an individual loses their life due to negligence or misconduct by another party. Understanding what constitutes wrongful death is step one: It could result from varied situations such as medical malpractice, vehicle accidents, workplace hazards or product defects among others.

Key factors involved in assessing a wrongful death suit include:

• Proving that the defendant’s negligent actions directly led to your loved one’s demise

• Establishing monetary damages such as loss of income, benefits and contribution towards child-rearing etc.

• Determining non-monetary damages like pain and suffering or loss of companionship

Navigating these points essential in shaping your case needs adept legal guidance – that’s where Carlson Bier shines through for you.

Being aware of pertinent legislation is equally crucial. In Illinois statutes ensure that only specific relationship holders can claim wrongful death e.g., spouse and children. If these parties aren’t present then parents or siblings may be entitled under specific conditions; this forms part of what our seasoned attorneys at Carlson Bier streamline for you marshalling facts into compelling evidence on behalf.

Illinois also imposes stringent deadlines called “Statutes of Limitations” which places restrictions on timeline within which the lawsuit must be filed post-incident date. Non-compliance leads to potential claims dismissal meaning no chance at restitution! Therefore time management assumes utmost importance pushing it further onto why choosing right lawyer matters immensely during anguish periods following a loved one’s passing.

Furthermore, the damages recovered in a wrongful death suit can be extensive. These compensation avenues split into two categories- Survival Action and Wrongful Death Action. The former compensates loved one’s estate for pain, suffering and other expenses incurred before their demise. Latter seeks recompense inflicted upon surviving family members due to loved one’s sudden absence like lost companionship or support; variables which Carlson Bier carefully assesses to maximize your claim value accurately.

Rest assured that choosing Carlson Bier means aligning with unwavering commitment towards fighting for justice using every legal instrument available while providing personalized emotional support – We fervently believe in defending rights of hurt families and winning due justice!

Discover more about what our experienced personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier can do for you during this difficult time – we are committed to making the process as smooth as possible under these trying circumstances, navigating through complex proceedings diligently while ensuring highest settlements achievable for your case.

We invite you now to tap into our expertise and vast experience: take a pivotal step by clicking on the button below to discover how much your case might be worth. Allow us to bring light into this tragic period with determination and skill so you could focus solely on healing while we handle the fight for justice!

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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 Hanover Park

Cycling Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Supplying skilled legal assistance for people of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Hospital Malpractice

Delivering dedicated legal services for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Accountability

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal support to customers affected by defective items.

Senior Neglect

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Fall Incidents

Professional in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking justice for their suffering.

Neonatal Harms

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Crashes

Incidents: Concentrated on assisting individuals of car accidents get equitable remuneration for injuries and destruction.

Motorcycle Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal advice for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

18-Wheeler Incident

Extending experienced legal representation for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for harms.

Construction Site Incidents

Dedicated to supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to offering specialized legal assistance for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Skilled in addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unfair Death

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and professional legal assistance to ensure redress.

Neural Impairment

Specializing in assisting victims with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal representation to secure compensation.

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