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About Carlson Bier Associates

When tragedy strikes in Jerseyville, and the unspeakable occurs, you need a wrongful death attorney prepared to fight. At Carlson Bier, we understand that no case can ever make up for your loss – however, pursuing legal action can provide vital financial support during challenging times and ensure responsible parties are held accountable. We deal with diverse wrongful death cases arising from motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice or dangerous products among others. The renowned commitment of our attorneys to exhaustive investigation sets us apart: painstakingly gathering evidence to build the most compelling case possible on behalf of grieving families. Our empathetic approach does not compromise our tenacity; Our Illinois-based firm has an impressive track record securing substantial settlements while prioritizing compassionate guidance every step of the way.Let our highest-ranking legal experience represent your interests when it matters most because understanding local laws is paramount – especially when dealing with such delicate cases.Our attorneys at Carlson Bier won’t give-in until justice is served.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Jerseyville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are experienced in handling complex litigation matters surrounding Wrongful Death. As a veteran personal injury law group based in Illinois, we understand how deeply affected you might be by the loss of a loved one due to someone else’s wrongful action or negligence. Our empathetic and service focused approach aims to alleviate the burden off your shoulders during such difficult times.

Wrongful death cases involve instances where an individual dies as a result of negligence or misconduct of another person or entity. It could arise from numerous situations like car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace hazards, criminal activities, amongst others. The aftereffects can extend far beyond immediate grief; significant financial distress may ensue with sudden loss of income and accumulation of medical bills.

• Fortifying your case: At Carlson Bier, we work diligently to substantiate the fault on behalf of those responsible for your pain.

• Seeking rightful damages: We help victims recover compensation for loss of companionship, lost potential earnings, funeral expenses along with punitive damages when eligible.

• Compassionate counseling: Every case is unique and so are you. We endeavor to provide personalized advice and legal guidance adjusted sensibly for circumstances surrounding each client.

Understanding Illinois laws regarding wrongful death claims can be quite challenging. But our skilled team readies itself to break down this complexity into more navigable information thereby resolving ambiguous scenarios that often engender misunderstandings about the viability of claims postulated under various circumstances.

For instance:

– Time is crucial in filing lawsuits. In Illinois there exist specific statutes leading towards deadlines known as ‘Statute Of Limitations’ within which one must file their action against relevant parties involved.

– Determining suitable claimants entitled to seek compensations under these lawsuits becomes vital consideration often dictating future proceedings

Our purpose lies not just in providing robust representation in courtrooms but also equipping individuals with knowledge enabling them towards making informed decisions about their legal rights and options ahead.

While dealing with such emotionally taxing ordeals, it becomes increasingly difficult to navigate the intricacies of legal proceedings. Engaging professional guidance can bestow invaluable support during these sensitive moments. Our experienced counselors at Carlson Bier strive towards providing compassionate representation aiming towards just compensation for your unimaginable loss.

Carlson Bier advocates specialize in dissecting intricate nuances distinctive to each case whether you wish direct negotiations with insurance agencies or require court representation against parties involved. The proficiency we bring forth springs from countless successful cases won and settlements acquired on behalf of our clients along the years.

As we adhere diligently to state specific regulations, we believe in maintaining absolute transparency in fostering trust based relationships with individuals reaching out for our expertise. Your association with us is assured focus, relentless effort, and steadfast commitment aimed towards securing most favorable outcomes likely under your particular circumstances.

Navigating through a legal maze amidst emotional turmoil doesn’t have to be a lonesome journey anymore. We invite you to explore what lies ahead and possibly enlighten your path leading towards resolution of this unfortunate episode disrupting peace within your life. Assessing possibilities never equates any obligation; so why not take that first step?

We encourage you seek consultation by pressing the button below leading into valuable insights about potential worth of your case encapsulating rightful damages recoverable under laws governing wrongful death claims in Illinois – thereby endeavoring together for justice rightfully deserved after an irreplaceable loss.

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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 Jerseyville

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Scald Wounds

Offering expert legal assistance for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Hospital Misconduct

Delivering experienced legal advice for persons affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Fault

Addressing cases involving faulty products, supplying expert legal help to individuals affected by harmful products.

Senior Malpractice

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Slip and Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking justice for their damages.

Childbirth Traumas

Extending legal help for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Crashes: Focused on aiding individuals of car accidents receive appropriate settlement for wounds and harm.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing professional legal services for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for harms.

Construction Crashes

Committed to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to delivering compassionate legal support for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Expertise in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Wrongful Death

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and adept legal representation to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to supporting persons with paralysis, offering expert legal support to secure redress.

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