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At Carlson Bier, we deeply understand the impact a wrongful death can have on family members left behind. Navigating the legal ramifications in such trying times needs an experienced hand like ours. We take pride in our robust track record of assisting clients seek justice for their loved ones in Hanover and beyond. Our expert attorneys are well-versed with Illinois law, offering personalized guidance tailored to your specific situation. As authorities on Wrongful Death claims, we leave no stone unturned when evaluating your case details; fighting relentlessly to maximize your claim value. Relying steadfastly on impeccable strategy and meticulous preparation allows us not only unparalleled service but also optimal results for our clients consistently . Settle nothing less than the best during these challenging periods surrounding the loss of a dearly cherished one. Allow Carlson Bier’s highly skilled team provide you remarkable representation as you navigate this complex process – because at Carlson Bier, advocating ardently for what’s right is more than a profession: it’s our passion.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Hanover Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, where our passion for justice fuels our commitment to providing unmatched personal injury legal services throughout Illinois. As your steadfast advocates, we are dedicated to unfolding complex legal matters associated with wrongful death cases and helping survivors navigate this incredibly challenging time.

Wrongful death lawsuits can be tremendously complicated due to numerous factors that warrant extensive consideration. One critical factor is the defendant’s responsibility in the deceased’s untimely passing. Proving liability requires evidence of negligence or intent to harm on the part of the defendant, which entails a meticulous litigation process meticulously carried out by skilled personal injury attorneys.

Our team at Carlson Bier provides comprehensive support through each step of these proceedings:

• Case Evaluation: The strength and potential value of your case is assessed by evaluating all facets including causes, contributing factors, involved parties and their responsibilities.

• Evidence & Investigation Collection: Meticulous attention is given to collecting crucial evidence and conducting rigorously detailed investigations.

• Claim Filing: Our experience ensures accurate claim filing; this involves complying with strict submission deadlines and adhering to the lawsuit protocols required by Illinois laws.

• Litigation Process: Every stage of court proceedings are handled strategically ensuring optimal outcomes.

A wrongful death claim potentially covers three broad categories- economic damages (losses having monetary value), non-economic damages (pain, suffering), and punitive damages (punishment to deter actions). Economic damage can include income loss from future earnings, medical costs prior to death, funeral expenses etc.; Non-economical damages could cover pain suffered before deaths or loss of consortium/companionship for family members; Lastly, if misconduct/deliberate action was involved in causing the tragedy punitive damages may apply too.

Carlson Bier’s proficiency extends not only in understanding these different aspects but also effectively demonstrating them within an organized legal framework while emphasizing on individual client need. This balance between technical mastery and empathy sets us uniquely apart thereby winning us both respect and results!

Potential Claimants for a wrongful death claim typically consist of immediate family members: spouse, children (including adopted), parents of unmarried children. However, courts can sometimes regard others (like life partners, siblings) as claimants depending on state laws and the circumstances surrounding the case.

Our legal experts at Carlson Bier work tirelessly to secure justice for your loved ones rendering unparalleled knowledge and commitment while tackling wrongful death claims. We understand how such an incident can affect not only your lives but also future prospects hence we undertake every case with immense scrutiny championing whatever brings most benefit to YOU!

One crucial point must be remembered – Wrongful Death Cases follow a statute of limitations; in Illinois this period spans within 2 years from the date of death. Hence it is important to act promptly post such tragic incidents which we know might be hard given you have just survived an enormous personal loss. With us by your side though you will never feel alone facing these challenges nor will you miss any critical legal deadlines that might inadvertently harm your rightfully deserved compensation!

As reiteration to our credibility let’s remember that Carlson Bier has been diligently serving innocent victims’ unyielding demand for rightful compensation all over Illinois translating their pain into purpose-justice being rendered thereby renewing hope in thousands!That gives our clients trust in representing them confidently emphasizing on how each case is thoroughly shared on our website enabling anybody’s quick and easy understanding anytime.

Wondering what your case could be worth? Our responsive team stands ready with personalized consultative insights respecting privacy while maintaining utmost confidentiality regarding viewed/discussed information.

Transform devastation into determination; click the button below to find out what Carlson Bier can do for you. Allow us to guide you through this difficult time whilst skillfully fighting for justice on behalf of your beloved one lost therein seeking rightful vindication/resolution!

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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

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Scald Burns

Extending skilled legal advice for victims of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Physician Misconduct

Ensuring specialist legal advice for persons affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, supplying professional legal support to consumers affected by harmful products.

Aged Abuse

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble & Fall Occurrences

Expert in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking redress for their losses.

Childbirth Injuries

Offering legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Car Accidents

Crashes: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents get reasonable payout for damages and harm.

Motorbike Collisions

Focused on providing representation for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Big Rig Incident

Providing specialist legal representation for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for damages.

Worksite Accidents

Engaged in assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Impairments

Focused on ensuring expert legal representation for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Proficient in managing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Loss

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and adept legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Vertebral Harm

Specializing in supporting clients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal representation to secure compensation.

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