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When the worst happens and you’re seeking representation for a wrongful death case in Hometown, look no further than Carlson Bier. We’re renowned across Illinois as a leading law firm with dedicated expertise handling complex wrongful death cases. Meticulously tenacious and compassionately understanding, our priority is seeking justice for your loved ones while offering unwavering support during this incredibly demanding time. Each attorney on our team brings years of experience building strong cases to get rightful compensation for families dealing with an unexpected loss — from analysis to trial execution, we handle every step carefully but fiercely. Known statewide as pioneers in bearing remarkable results navigating the intricate concerns of negligence laws, we keep abreast of the ever-changing jurisprudence related to wrongful deaths ensuring maximum advantage protection possible under state law statutes As Carlson Bier prides itself on delivering compassionate professional care paired with razor-sharp legal acumen-making us your best consideration when engaging legal counsel for something as serious and deeply personal as a wrongful death litigation requirement.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Hometown Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier Law Firm – your trusted ally in the pursuit of justice. We are a leading Personal Injury Attorney Group based in Illinois, specializing in Wrongful Death cases and committed to assisting you at this challenging time.

Wrongful death is an issue of high importance that requires a deeper understanding if one seeks justice effectively. A wrongful death claim arises when someone’s negligent or intentional action causes another person’s death, creating the legal right for surviving family members to seek compensation from those responsible.

• The Definition: Under Illinois law, a “wrongful” death is one that results because of misconduct by an individual or entity including corporations; such conducts may involve negligence, reckless acts, or even intentional wrongdoing.

• Parties that can sue: In most instances, spouses and next-of-kin like children are eligible to file for wrongful death claims on behalf of their loved ones.

• Statute of Limitations: Considering the intricacies involved in these lawsuits and possible investigations needed, it is pertinent to act quickly. According to Illinois laws, these claims must be filed within two years from the date of demise.

• Damage Recovery: Compensation obtained from wrongful death suits includes lost wages and benefits which could have been earned if the decedent were still alive – medical costs related directly with the final illness/injury as well as pain and suffering caused prior to passing rapids.

The experienced team at Carlson Bier understands how devastating losing a loved one can be. We pledge our undivided attention towards pursuing your case with dedication and compassion while seeking maximum compensation for loss endured through your distressing ordeal.

Every wrongful death lawsuit demands distinct evidence based on its unique circumstances. Our proficient attorneys delve into depth utilizing their expertise aided by industry-leading private investigators and trial technologies aiming for uncovering facts painting clear picture about ‘what actually happened’. This enables us maximizing potential recovery benefiting survivors financially considering life-altering trade-offs they had made.

Understanding procedural requirements, implemented laws, and how to navigate through legal complexities can indeed be a daunting task – especially during bereavement period. This is where Carlson Bier steps in as your committed advocate removing extra burden off your shoulders by offering expert legal support you truly deserve.

Our unwavering commitment transcends beyond just financial recovery. We aim anticipating potential hurdles thus forearming with knowledge enabling survivors decide best for them. Moreover, throughout the process we keep clients informed on the progress of their case making sure they are comfortable with every decision taken.

Experience counts when fighting against those responsible for causing significant losses to families or loved ones. The track record at Carlson Bier Law Firm proves our ability and dedication in serving people seeking justice because of wrongful deaths.

We understand that no amount of compensation may ever replace a lost loved one – yet financial responsibility awarenes from maritime operator’s part does indeed help in protecting others onboard from potential future tragedy like the one you’ve endured.

Time-limits apply while filing such suits hence it becomes crucial reaching out to us immediately after incidence –equipping our team preparing strong case upholding interests of surviving family members.

To see if you are entitled and how much your case might actually be worth, please tap directly on the button below allowing us connecting with and facilitating each step possibly required– taking consult appointments remotely or willing travel if necessary meeting client needs effectively. Discovering rightful claim potentiality has been made simpler than ever before standing entirely risk-free – so go ahead exploring unseen possibilities towards achieving rightful 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 Hometown

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing skilled legal advice for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

Ensuring dedicated legal advice for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Fault

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, offering adept legal services to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Malpractice

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Trip Mishaps

Skilled in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking restitution for their damages.

Birth Damages

Supplying legal help for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Incidents

Incidents: Focused on assisting sufferers of car accidents gain equitable payout for hurts and losses.

Motorcycle Collisions

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

18-Wheeler Crash

Extending adept legal representation for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for damages.

Worksite Incidents

Engaged in advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Head Harms

Committed to providing dedicated legal assistance for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in managing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Passing

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure justice.

Spine Damage

Expert in representing victims with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal services to secure settlement.

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