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Navigating the legal challenges following a wrongful death requires more than just knowledge; it demands experience, expertise, and above all, empathy. At Carlson Bier, we understand these heartbreaking incidents and strive to shoulder some of your burdens through our dedicated services. Our seasoned attorneys stand at the helm where their valuable experience has furnished them with comprehensive insights into Illinois’ complex wrongful death laws. We expertly litigate on behalf of our clients seeking justice after an unjust fatality due to negligence or misconduct of another party in Kenilworth to secure maximum compensation for loss endured. As part of this commitment [to you], we delve thoroughly into every case while respecting your need for privacy during such sensitive times. Over time, Carlson Bier’s consistent success rates have steadily strengthened its reputation as reliable counsel when taking action against those responsible for wrongful deaths across Illinois state lines while protecting client’s rights stringently – testifying that in securing justice; there is no substitute better than trusting Carlson Bier’s trusted strength.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Kenilworth Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we prioritize the needs of our clients and bear the burden of legal procedures as they navigate through painful losses. We are well versed in wrongful death claims across Illinois with a dedication to seeking justice for you and your loved ones following unexpected tragedies.

Wrongful death occurs when someone is killed due to the negligence or misconduct of another individual, company, or entity. It’s an area of personal injury law that requires rigorous understanding and application – an expertise we offer here at Carlson Bier. In essence, these cases tend not only to honor the memory of those lost but also provide financial support for relatives dealing with medical bills, funeral costs, loss of income among other damages.

We would like to highlight some crucial aspects within this topic:

– Definition: Wrongful death is essentially defined by fatal accidents that are directly caused by another party’s negligence.

– Eligibility: Immediate family members such as spouses or children typically file wrongdeath claims. Specific regulation about who can sue varies per state.

– Damages calculated include potential earnings had they lived their normal life expectancy, benefits lost like pension or health insurance upon sudden death, bereavement suffering etc.

At Carlson Bier we assure you comprehensive attention towards each component listed above maintaining high levels of empathy alongside our thorough professionalism.

In pursuing a wrongful death claim under Illinois law it may seem daunting yet vital knowing what qualifies as grounds for case establishment.

Here are some typical incidents leading to such findings:

• Automobile Accidents

• Medical Malpractice

• Workplace Incidents

• Product Liability

However overwhelming these instances might be remember your quest for justice is guided expertly with us – every step respected; every concern answered.

Time plays a pivotal role in filing wrongful deaths since restrictions exists pertaining timelines following incident occurrence To receive maximum benefits quick enlistment post tragedy ensures every stone turned reaching road remembrance recompense

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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 Kenilworth

Bicycle Collisions

Specializing in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Fire Damages

Giving expert legal support for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Physician Misconduct

Extending dedicated legal support for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Liability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, providing adept legal guidance to customers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Abuse

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

Slip & Stumble Mishaps

Specialist in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking recovery for their suffering.

Newborn Damages

Extending legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Incidents

Mishaps: Devoted to aiding individuals of car accidents secure reasonable remuneration for damages and harm.

Motorbike Collisions

Committed to providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

18-Wheeler Collision

Extending expert legal support for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for injuries.

Worksite Collisions

Engaged in advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Harms

Committed to extending expert legal representation for persons suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Harms

Adept at dealing with cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Expert in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and professional legal support to ensure justice.

Backbone Damage

Committed to assisting persons with spine impairments, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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