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When dealing with the unbearable loss of a loved one due to wrongful death circumstances, Carlson Bier emerges as your staunchest pillar of support. Residents from every corner including Keithsburg can duly consider our esteemed attorney group that decodes complexities with sheer expertise. We meticulously investigate accident details preserving evidence for maximizing compensation rights for deaths resulting from negligence or unjust actions. Exceeding client’s expectations during their toughest times is what characterizes Carlson Bier’s legal stance. Our acumen springs from years of bustle in personal injury law trenches across Illinois; battling assertively and crafting strategies refined over numerous cases much like yours today. Tailoring each approach uniquely according to varying lawsuit essentials, we endeavor untiringly until justice prevails in favor of grieving families. Headed by accomplished attorneys at the forefront, we complement empathy with relentless determination while handling Wrongful Death lawsuits. Henceforth, if you are seeking an unmatched advocacy devoted propelling towards rightful remuneration and complete truth revelation, place your trust in the comprehensive capabilities only exhibited through service by Carlson Bier.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Keithsburg Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a dedicated group of personal injury attorneys based in Illinois. Our specialty lies in the realm of Wrongful Death cases, providing premium legal services for families seeking justice after losing a loved one due to negligence or misconduct from another party. Your grief is immense and while nothing can replace your loss, pursuing a wrongful death claim serves as a method to aid in financial recovery and bring accountability on those responsible.

In general terms, a wrongful death case unfolds when the victim would have had the right to file an injury lawsuit if they were still alive. These claims span across various scenarios encompassing car accidents where the other driver was at fault; medical malpractice where the patient didn’t survive; workplace incidents that resulted fatally due to inadequate safety measures or product liability when faulty items caused fatal consequences.

• Victims who may not be familiar with Illinois law should bear in mind that only specific relatives can lodge such lawsuits: The immediate family, namely spouse and children.

• Time-sensitive aspects matter greatly. In Illinois, laws dictate there’s a limited time period post incident within which you must file your claim – known as the statute of limitations.

• A successful lawsuit cannot just prove wrongdoing but must clearly establish how it directly resulted in death.

• Financial compensation won’t reverse events but aims at covering funeral expenses, lost income (the deceased would’ve earned), emotional suffering et cetera.

The criterion for securing rightful compensation under wrongful death lawsuits is variedly perceived therefore engaging proficient lawyers is crucial . Being overwhelmed during such times is understandable but remember every fact related to an incident has potential legal significance hence take note of important details immediately when things happen.

By diligently assembling all necessary elements including evidences linked with individual circumstances and engaging experienced investigators if required will ensure real facts surface allowing us to construct compelling arguments specializing each case we delicately handle along with consistently communicating on updates so our clients are always informed – something that’s been instrumental in securing many beneficial settlements.

Remember that wrongful death claims are complex and intensely personal which requires legal guidance sensitive to your emotions. At Carlson Bier, we not just represent you in court – we stand beside you, providing compassionate advice while aggressively seeking justice for your loved one by holding responsible parties accountable through our broad expertise navigating the Illinois wrongful death statutes.

It’s painful especially when dealing with grief and legalities at the same time but count on us to help pursue justice. We understand no amount of money can compensate for such a loss, yet financial recovery might offer some peace during these trying times. Your dedicated attorney at Carlson Bier will step into action promptly from answering your questions to filing paperwork until reaching the closure with ultimate objectives reflecting empathetic client service – supporting affected families toward unveiling their ‘new normal’.

We always say ‘justice is never served until the responsible are held accountable.’ Relying on this principle consistently delivers an approach combing empathy with aggressive representation making sure every client experience here resonates dedication embedded within the core values of Carlson Bier.

If you’ve unfairly lost somebody dear due to negligence of another party and find yourself battling against Wrongful Death complexities – Give it a thoughtful consideration: Harnessing specialized professional assistance could make significant difference easing burdensome process whilst providing opportunities figuring clear path toward recovery that seems so blurred right now.

We extend heartfelt condolences for your bereavement thrusted upon by unfortunate circumstances. Please consider clicking on the button below enabling us establishing preliminary details about your case further sharing what its achievable value might look like amidst these challenging conditions: A small progressive step fueling motivated momentum focusing justified course of action ahead ensuring legitimate protection under Illinois law safeguarded adequately by proficient attorneys from Carlson Bier who deeply recognize-your-loss matters!

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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 Keithsburg

Bicycle Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Extending specialist legal advice for victims of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Medical Carelessness

Extending specialist legal services for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Obligation

Addressing cases involving defective products, supplying professional legal guidance to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Abuse

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Fall Mishaps

Professional in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking recovery for their damages.

Neonatal Harms

Supplying legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Incidents

Accidents: Concentrated on supporting individuals of car accidents receive appropriate remuneration for damages and losses.

Motorcycle Collisions

Focused on providing legal services for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Big Rig Accident

Providing experienced legal assistance for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just claims for injuries.

Construction Accidents

Dedicated to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Neurological Damages

Dedicated to ensuring professional legal assistance for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Specialized in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Specializing in legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Undeserved Passing

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and adept legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spine Injury

Specializing in assisting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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