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If you’re seeking representation for a wrongful death case in Hardin, the attorneys at Carlson Bier are unrivaled experts poised to deliver results. Whether it’s dealing with insurance companies or navigating through complex litigation processes, we stand by your side every step of the way. Our esteemed law firm understands that nothing can genuinely compensate for the loss of life and brings sensitivity into a robust legal strategy focused on achieving justice and holding responsible parties accountable. With a rich history spanning decades, our seasoned wrongful death lawyers demonstrate an intricate understanding of Illinois laws securing maximum compensation for clients as they work relentlessly to ensure your rights are protected throughout this trying period. Choosing Carlson Bier is choosing competence par excellence; we handle every detail meticulously while ensuring transparency and communication at each stage of your case. In Hardin’s realm of serious consequences where financial stability hangs in balance due to someone else’s negligence or intentional actions, trust our proven track record and unyielding dedication to fighting wrongful deaths.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Hardin Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our mission as a leading law firm in Illinois is to diligently serve those who have suffered personal injuries due to the negligence or intentional misconduct of others. One severe case we deal with is wrongful death claims where the loss of your loved one was caused by another party’s direct action. This tragic and abrupt expiration of a life undeniably brings emotional turbulence; nonetheless, it also has far-reaching financial impacts on dependants and families left behind.

To better understand wrongful death lawsuits, we need succinctly outline what constitutes this form of claim:

– It refers to legal action brought forward when an individual’s death is directly attributed to another person’s negligent or deliberately harmful actions.

– The suit can be filed by immediate family members, such as spouses, children (including adopted ones), parents of minor children, and other blood relatives indicated in the “Illinois Wrongful Death Act.”

Getting knowledgeable about the damages awarded from successful wrongful death suits is critical:

– Expenses associated with medical costs incurred while treating the decedent before their untimely passing.

– Funeral expenses borne by survivors.

– Losses associated with expected wages that would otherwise have been amassed were it not for premature demise.

– Grief-related counseling expenses required for surviving dependents.

– Compensation for loss of companionship experienced by close family members.

No sum ever truly compensates for losing a loved one; however seeking justice helps bring some closure. This process often involves complex legal hurdles regarding proving negligence which should not be navigated without adequate representation.

As dedicated personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier, we commit to providing exceptional service through facilitating these crucial aspects towards building winning cases:

– Thorough investigation: We meticulously gather sufficient evidence supporting your claim during our investigations.

– Expert resources: Our vast network includes experts in numerous fields aiding us in reinforcing arguments and validating damage amounts claimed.

-Adept Negotiation & Litigation: We competently navigate the legal negotiations and aggressively defend your case in court to achieve satisfactory outcomes.

Our team possesses a wealth of experience, an exceptional understanding of Illinois law regarding wrongful death claims, and unwavering commitment to securing justice for all our clients. What differentiates us is not only expertise but also empathy. By comprehending the emotional toll this journey has taken on you, we perpetually engage with sensitivity and compassion while relentlessly seeking rightful compensation.

Choosing Carlson Bier bestows the benefit of attorneys who ceaselessly prioritize client interests without sparing any effort or resource until justice is served. Furthermore, our policies are strictly aligned with integrity and ethical considerations, making sure no misleading implications about location specifics are communicated in accordance with Illinois State laws.

Ultimately, it’s essential to understand that wrongful death claim timelines adhere to a statute of limitation under Illinois Law; hence acting swiftly can be critical for gathering evidence and initiating litigation within permissible timeframes.

Your loved one’s life was invaluable, so should be their memory and justice they deserve – allow us at Carlson Bier to light this path towards justified reparation for you during these challenging times. Take a step today towards obtaining closure by reaching out to us – click on the button below to discover how much your case could be worth in monetary terms under state-specific legal provisions laid out by Illinois Law. Together let’s ensure those responsible get held accountable while securing deserved restitution for you.

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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 Hardin

Bicycle Crashes

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

Thermal Damages

Extending adept legal services for victims of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Hospital Incompetence

Ensuring expert legal advice for victims affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Responsibility

Handling cases involving defective products, extending professional legal assistance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Aged Neglect

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

Trip and Stumble Accidents

Professional in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking restitution for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

Supplying legal aid for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Mishaps: Devoted to helping clients of car accidents receive appropriate payout for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Accidents

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Semi Crash

Offering expert legal support for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for harms.

Building Incidents

Engaged in advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Head Impairments

Committed to extending dedicated legal advice for clients suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for people who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Focused on legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Fatality

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and expert legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Focused on assisting individuals with paralysis, offering compassionate legal services to secure redress.

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