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If you’re seeking representation for a Wrongful Death case in Henry, allow Carlson Bier to provide the legal support and knowledge necessary. Our exceptionally skilled Wrongful Death attorneys are committed to pursuing justice on behalf of our clients who have tragically lost loved ones due to another’s negligence or malicious act. At Carlson Bier, we anchor our service delivery in professionalism, empathy, and an unwavering pursuit of justice. We understand the intricacies associated with acquiring fair compensation under Illinois law and use this expertise to advocate relentlessly for your rightful recompense. While no amount can ever adequately compensate for such a devastating loss, it is crucial that you have skillful legal guidance strategically navigating your claim aiming at easing at least one burden during these challenging times. Trusting us with your case means securing tenacious defense against insurance companies looking out only for their interests instead of yours as the victim’s family member commemorating life while setting strategies towards winning deserved compensation.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Henry Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that losing a loved one is an emotionally traumatic event, often magnified when the death was preventable. As such, it creates not only a personal loss but also legal complications. Our highly skilled personal injury attorneys focus on wrongful death cases—the legal terminology for instances where negligence or deliberate actions result in someone’s untimely passing.

Wrongful deaths can occur in various scenarios: car accidents caused by reckless drivers, medical malpractice resulting from doctor’s carelessness, defective products leading to fatal accidents—these are just few examples underscoring the breadth of wrongful death causes. These tragedies disrupt families and often result in financial burdens for those left behind drained away by medical bills, funeral costs or lost income.

Legally speaking, wrongful death laws vary state-by-state. In Illinois specifically:

• The claim must be filed within two years of death

• Damages can include economic losses (medical & funeral expenses), non-economic (pain and suffering), as well as punitive damages intended to punish particularly egregious conduct

• Action is usually initiated by immediate family members

It’s crucial to understand these basic aspects while preparing your case.

Carlson Bier focuses on representing individuals directly impacted by these traumatic incidents. We strive to secure fair compensation that takes into account not just present expenses but future hardships too which you might face owing to this unfortunate incident. Let us ease your burden during this trying time by letting our team handle all the details of your case with utmost professionalism.

Building a substantial wrongful death lawsuit involves several key steps:

– Gathering relevant evidence which proves negligence caused the tragedy

– Quantifying total damage support–materially and emotionally–

– Skillfully representing you during negotiations or trial

Our decades-long experience coupled with practical compassion equips us ideally towards presenting formidable cases thus enhancing our clients’ chances at justice.

Navigating through complex regulations surrounding a lawsuit isn’t easy—the paperwork alone can seem daunting. Remember: prompt action and gathering exhaustive evidence play crucial roles in case success. If you are reluctant about taking this next step owing to its seemingly overwhelming nature, we invite you to let Carlson Bier mitigate your burden tailored through our personalized legal assistance.

Our attorneys know that no amount of monetary compensation will bring back your loved one. However, a successful wrongful death claim can help secure a semblance of stability for your family during these testing times by covering costs related to loss of income, medical expenses incurred before death plus funeral expenses. Additionally, it’s also deserved justice against the negligent party at fault.

In wrongful death cases, timing is everything. Since Illinois law dictates that claims must be brought within two years of the deceased’s passing exploring legal recourse early provides ample time for proper preparation of factual evidences strengthening final trial presentation.

A click on the button below could potentially get you started on pursuing what’s fair in light of your unimaginable grief—find out how much your case might actually be worth based on various complex factors determined as per legal norms.

With unsurpassed dedication to securing justice for grieving families coupled with expert understanding of Illinois laws governing wrongful death lawsuits, Carlson Bier stands ready at helm guiding victims towards rightful path amid their turbulent personal ordeal – ensuring deserving recompense courteously extended amidst empathetic support.

Let us help share your burden—you don’t have to explore this journey alone. The dedicated team at Carlson Bier embodies passion with experience aiding devastated families convey their story resulting in justice served—step by impactful step!

Click on the link below—an essential move towards closure beckons all while seeking financial safety-net amidst such an immeasurable personal crisis impacting daily life massively due unforeseen tragedy prompted untimely demise!

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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 Henry

Bike Incidents

Expert in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Offering professional legal assistance for victims of intense burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Medical Malpractice

Ensuring experienced legal representation for clients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Accountability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, extending skilled legal services to consumers affected by defective items.

Aged Neglect

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Accidents

Adept in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking restitution for their suffering.

Infant Damages

Supplying legal help for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Mishaps: Focused on assisting individuals of car accidents get fair remuneration for harms and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on providing legal assistance for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Truck Crash

Offering professional legal representation for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for injuries.

Building Site Incidents

Engaged in supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Committed to ensuring specialized legal advice for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Traumas

Proficient in addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Committed to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unjust Loss

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and adept legal support to ensure redress.

Vertebral Harm

Dedicated to assisting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure justice.

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