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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you are in Havana, seeking justice for a wrongful death incident, trust that Carlson Bier is the superlative choice to represent your case. As seasoned attorneys, we have built a stellar reputation for relentlessly pursuing justice, and our expertise in Wrongful Death cases makes us uniquely suited to champion your mission. The tragic loss of life due to negligence demands accountability; Carlson Bier will navigate the complex legal system with refined competency on behalf of grieving parties. Deriving from Illinois’ rigorous legal standards, our practice is poised to serve individuals across diverse geographical locations including Havana – advocacy knows no borders! Representing impacted families with empathy and determination sets us apart: we go above standard procedure to provide personalized solutions attuned to each unique circumstance. We confidently approach every challenge as an opportunity towards comprehensive restitution for victims’ loved ones. In these difficult times when one can be confronted by daunting legal complexities following a tragedy like wrongful death; choose Carlson Bier – contemporary pragmatism rooted deeply in traditional values, always prioritizing client well-being above all else when advocating their cause in courtrooms near or far.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Havana Illinois

Carlson Bier, a distinguished personal injury law firm in Illinois, possesses exceptional renown and experience in addressing Wrongful Death cases with utmost proficiency. A wrongful death claim arises when a person loses their life due to the legal fault of another person or entity. Such incidents inflict significant emotional and financial damage on those left behind – a strain that we at Carlson Bier understand all too well.

A persona seeking to file such a lawsuit needs to be aware of certain key aspects:

• The claim must be filed by a representative on behalf of the survivors who suffered damage from the decedent’s death.

• The filing period for wrongful death claims in Illinois is within one year of the victim’s date of passing away.

• Damages recovered can include medical expenses, funeral costs, lost wages including future earnings, loss of consortium, and pain and suffering endured by the deceased.

At Carlson Bier, maintaining an empathetic rapport with our clients complements our steadfast advocacy for their rights. We comprehend that no monetary compensation can ever truly alleviate the anguish born from losing loved ones; however, it does help lift some unexpected financial burdens thrust upon by such tragic incidents.

We stand alone in our dedication towards relentlessly pursuing justice for victims while employing our experienced veracity in navigating through intricate legal procedures pertaining to wrongful death suits. Be it deciphering insurance policies or investigating medical records; negotiating settlement agreements or grappling courtroom battles – Carlson Bier provides round-the-clock support throughout this overwhelming journey.

Handling these challenging times calls for professional assistance adept at maneuvering adroitly amidst complicated legalities without compromising compassionate acknowledgment of your grief-stricken circumstances. Our team guarantees personalized attention towards incorporating every minute detail supporting your claim under thorough scrutiny as we staunchly uphold your best interest against ruthless insurance companies or negligent parties responsible.

Remember: Time limit matters! The statute of limitations restricts time wherein rightful claims can still be pursued legally beyond which is irrevocable. We, at Carlson Bier, urge immediate legal consultation following such incidents to ensure that the rights of your loved ones do not get lapsed by these stringent deadlines.

Standing singular in our mission to uncompromisingly fight for justice on behalf of wrongful death victims and their families, we take pride in ensuring that our clients’ stories are heard, their agony empathized with, and unwavering efforts are made towards safeguarding their rightful compensation. At this most challenging juncture of your life, you can rely on Carlson Bier to be your steadfast advocate.

If you’ve faced the profound aftermath of a wrongful death incident personally or amongst your family members – allow us to guide you towards understanding the rightful recompense you’re entitled to by Illinois laws. To best serve you in this respect – right underneath this content locates a button titled “Find out how much my case is worth”. Click it now! This effortless step paves way for an earnest evaluation about potential compensation concerning your unique circumstance.

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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 Havana

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Offering expert legal advice for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Hospital Misconduct

Delivering expert legal services for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving defective products, offering expert legal help to clients affected by harmful products.

Senior Neglect

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Trip Mishaps

Professional in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking restitution for their losses.

Newborn Traumas

Supplying legal aid for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Crashes: Concentrated on guiding individuals of car accidents get just compensation for harms and impairment.

Scooter Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Semi Mishap

Ensuring specialist legal representation for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for injuries.

Building Collisions

Focused on advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Neurological Harms

Committed to delivering expert legal advice for persons suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Expertise in addressing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Expert in legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Fatality

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and professional legal services to ensure fairness.

Backbone Trauma

Focused on assisting persons with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal representation to secure settlement.

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