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When you’re faced with the unfortunate situation of a wrongful death in Illiopolis, Carlson Bier is the preeminent choice for legal support. Born out of empathy and unparalleled dedication to justice, our team resolves to shoulder your legal burdens while offering solace through efficient strategies. We approach each case with granularity – scrutinizing every detail often missed by others, making sure your voice echoes through courtrooms powerfully and persuasively. Every Carlson Bier lawyer possesses deep knowledge about Illinois law complexities involved in wrongful death cases specifically, ensuring comprehensive representation at all stages. With an illustrious track record marked by successfully securing fair compensation for affected clients across Illinois, we are committed to convert earned trust into demonstrable outcomes.

Adjourning grief is not easy; adding legal challenges on top will only escalate stress levels during this emotionally hard period – allow us to navigate these rough waters on your behalf so that you can focus entirely on healing from loss.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Illiopolis Illinois

Navigating the aftermath of an unfortunate event leading to a wrongful death can be emotionally challenging and exhausting. Let the experts at Carlson Bier communicate your narrative effectively as your personal injury lawyers in Illinois. With substantial experience dealing with such sensitive situations, we are passionate about advocating for justice on behalf of those affected by wrongful deaths.

Wrongful death claims come into play when someone is killed due to negligence or misconduct of another individual, corporation, or entity. Our dedicated legal team strives to carefully guide clients through these complicated proceedings with expertise and compassion.

• The Nature of Wrongful Death: A wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to the negligent, reckless or intentional actions of another; this includes medical malpractice, car accidents, workplace accidents amongst others.

• Legal Rights: survivors such as immediate family members (spouses and children), life partners, financial dependents or anyone who suffers financially may file a wrongful death suit against those responsible.

• Compensation Scope: Dependents or beneficiaries could secure compensation covering lost earning potential or wages had the deceased lived out normal life expectancy in addition to cost incurred from funeral expenses pain and suffering.

At Carlson Bier, we focus our comprehensive knowledge for thorough case analysis before delivering custom-tailored strategies ensuring that you receive fair compensation for your loss. Understanding each situation holds unique aspects imperative we dig deep into every case particulars prior preparation catalyzing stronger representation in court and giving families justice they seek.

Engaging in litigation might seem overwhelming especially during difficult times; however sometimes it becomes inevitable route towards long-sought closure lets not forget it helps radar negligent parties accountable deterring future similar incidences. Empathy underpins our approach because empathy fuels passion towards obtaining desired outcomes now that’s collective driving force individuals behind Carlson Bier associate with nonetheless committed utilize all our legal arsenal ensuring optimal results worth commensurate loss pain endured let us face these challenges together holding hands like cornerstone support system illuminate seemingly dark legal maze justice prevails.

Remember, reaching out to an expert in the field is crucial. Carlson Bier’s cumulative years of experience and dedication have been instrumental in helping numerous clients successfully secure fair restitution during their period of grieving and recovery.

It is paramount that you seek immediate legal representation if a loved one suffered wrongful death as statute limitations could apply – the countdown begins from date death occurred not point when survivors became aware potential claim; thus don’t delay contacting us straightaway. A committed team at Carlson Bier lies enlisted help every step way ensure rights protected deserve nothing less.

Let assurance prevail with guidance by experienced professionals on side devastation caused your family member’s untimely demise can’t be undone, but let us help channel hardship striving for fair compensation giving lifeline towards rebuilding shattered lives tragedy struck.

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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 Illiopolis

Bicycle Collisions

Focused on legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or risky conditions.

Burn Traumas

Extending professional legal support for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Physician Malpractice

Providing expert legal services for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Accountability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal support to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Neglect

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Fall Mishaps

Professional in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking restitution for their suffering.

Newborn Harms

Supplying legal support for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Mishaps

Incidents: Committed to supporting clients of car accidents gain just remuneration for hurts and harm.

Motorbike Crashes

Committed to providing legal advice for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Semi Incident

Offering experienced legal services for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for losses.

Construction Mishaps

Engaged in supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Injuries

Committed to extending compassionate legal advice for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Damages

Adept at handling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unjust Demise

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and experienced legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Impairment

Focused on defending patients with paralysis, offering professional legal representation to secure redress.

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