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About Carlson Bier Associates

Are you dealing with the loss of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence? At Carlson Bier, we specialize in Wrongful Death cases and are committed to securing justice for your loss. We understand that no amount of financial compensation can replace the person you lost but it will help mitigate ongoing financial difficulties linked with their unexpected departure. Our attorneys offer compassionate guidance coupled with aggressive representation when handling wrongful death matters on behalf of families based in Itasca. Our team at Carlson Bier has years of experience litigating these emotionally charged cases and have secured favorable settlements for countless clients. This has solidified our reputation as reliable advocates during this trying time, making us an excellent choice if you’re seeking lawful recompense following a wrongful death incident. Bear witness to our undivided attention and commitment as we guide you through each step towards achieving justice for your loved one’s untimely demise.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Itasca Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on offering services well-versed in personal injury law. Predominantly situated in Illinois, our team of highly-qualified attorneys stand unbeaten on the front lines fighting for justice owed to those who unexpectedly fall victim to wrongful death incidents. Many question the concept tied to “wrongful death”. In broader terms, it refers to a situation where someone’s negligence or intentional action results in another person’s death. This grim event not only takes its toll emotionally but also leaves the surviving family members or dependents struggling with overwhelming financial obligations.

As experienced legal professionals skilled at navigating an array of disparate scenarios regarding wrongful deaths cases, we’re adept at underlining key factors that determine if such a case should proceed. These include:

• Determining negligence – Strong evidence must suggest that the accused party was negligent and this act resulted directly in the loss of life.

• Establishing breach of duty – There needs to be proof that the defendant owed a duty towards deceased; possibly they were their caregiver or employer

• Proof of causation – It is important that there exists direct correlation between defendant’s negligence and cause of death.

• Damages ersulted from such events often comprises medical expenses prior to one’s passing, funeral costs, loss of potential earnings and companionship among other things.

Working closely with you throughout your ordeal, Your team at Carlson Bier helps advocate for your rights while aptly navigating you through complex legal constraints imposed by Illinois law. Our expertise extends over many realms ranging from car accidents leading to fatalities owing largely due to another driver’s reckless actions, harmful exposure causing severe health-related problems resulting ultimately in untimely demise as also unfortunate workplace accidents caused primarily because employer’s disregard for adhering to safety norms.

Despite being all-too-familiar reading about numerous such tragic incidents every day around us involving innocents losing lives owing mainly due incompetent actions by others; understanding this tragedy impacts people in different ways- makes us empathetic, thereby allowing us to treat every wrongful death case we represent passionately.

While holding the perpetrators accountable is our prime task; we also understand offering solace and financial relief to grieving survivors is equally essential. Therefore rest assured your best interests remain our priority as we continue fighting your corner strictly abiding by Illinois law where each claim demands unique handling.

In this journey towards seeking justice for loved ones lost owing to culpable negligence punishable by law, remember every effort counts. Your story deserves a voice, let us be that voice that pierces through darkness of such unfortunate circumstances casting it out into light shedding clarity over the issue at hand.

To recapitulate, Carlson Bier stimulates reservoirs of resilience to stand up against palpable wrong done while rendering full legal and advisory assistance equipping clients with knowledge about their rights pertaining to wrongful death cases under Illinois Law. Our goal — Helping families navigate toughest times easing burden not only brought upon by loss but also superseding financial hardships resulting from these cases.

So whether you find yourself grappling inadvertently with hostile demo tape due complications arisen mainly on grounds tied closely with wrongful death or simply would like more information on how might best proceed legally when faced similar situation: Get in touch today. Because remembering lives lost matters, ensure they did not die in vain; help seek rightful verdict owed to them promptly delivering decisive blow piercing walls hindering fair justice served thus far.

Find out how much your case could potentially be worth; click the button below. Let’s work together towards achieving closure—your first step starts here at Carlson Bier!

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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 Itasca

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Expert in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Burn Burns

Giving skilled legal services for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Extending dedicated legal advice for victims affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Liability

Addressing cases involving faulty products, offering expert legal assistance to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Mistreatment

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Slip Injuries

Specialist in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking redress for their damages.

Infant Harms

Extending legal help for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Crashes: Dedicated to guiding patients of car accidents secure reasonable compensation for damages and damages.

Motorbike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal support for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Truck Incident

Ensuring expert legal support for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for damages.

Construction Mishaps

Committed to advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Injuries

Expert in providing dedicated legal advice for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Loss

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and skilled legal services to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Expert in representing patients with spine impairments, offering professional legal services to secure justice.

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