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In the unfortunate event of a wrongful death, families are submerged in an overwhelming wave of grief and confusion. Seeking justice becomes paramount, and residents of Kingston who find themselves navigating this difficult path need look no further than Carlson Bier. As seasoned professionals specializing in Wrongful Death cases within Illinois, our expert understanding makes us indomitable champions for our clients. With deep-rooted commitment to serving you during your trying times, we bring extensive experience handling complicated legal matters associated with undue losses. Constructing compelling cases while providing compassionate client service is where Carlson Bier excels above its peers at every milestone of your case’s journey to achieving justice or securing rightful compensation owed to you by law.

Choosing us means entrusting your case not just to attorneys-by-trade but strategists who recognize your unique needs with unrivaled expertise grounded on empathy & dedication towards fighting for what’s right! Remember: understanding laws isn’t enough; creating advantage from it is where talent lies – that’s Carlson Bier difference!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Kingston Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our commitment stems from the pursuit of justice for those facing life-altering circumstances due to personal injury. Based in Illinois, we specialize in wrongful death cases; fighting vigorously on behalf of devastated families who’ve lost loved ones through avoidable accidents or negligence. We understand that no compensation can truly compensate for a cherished life taken precariously, but our team is dedicated to ensuring you receive the maximum settlement possible under law.

Wrongful death is a term often misunderstood by many; it refers to an instance where an individual loses his or her life as a result of someone else’s negligent act or intention. In such grievous instances, it’s only just that responsible parties should be held accountable, not merely by criminal courts but also within Indiana’s state civil courts for their actions.

There are several components essential to the success of any wrongful death case:

• Proof of negligence: Establishing that the accused party was indeed negligent is crucial — whether due to lack of care or intention.

• Causation: The harm caused must directly relate back and stem from this negligence.

• Damages: Must show real loss as a result — financial impact, emotional suffering etcetera inclusive.

Understanding these key points will greatly aid in pursuing successful legal recourse post such unfortunate incidents. Our attorneys here at Carlson Bier provide exceptional representation tailored specifically to your unique situation.

Our attorneys hold decades worth experience handling wrongful death cases throughout Illinois’. We firmly believe knowledge is power – hence strive towards effectively educating clients about every applicable law and available avenue pertinent for their circumstance. And with expertise spanning diverse practice areas inclusive skilled nursing facility abuse, workplace accidents and motor vehicle collisions amongst others – trust that you’re receiving comprehensive support across legal boundaries when partnered with us.

We thoroughly investigate each case presented us ensuring you not only understand intricacies involved within your lawsuit but feel confident moving forward knowing have superior representation on board. Legal outcomes invariably hinge upon facts; hence our rigorous investigation process. Our commitment to bringing justice for your loved ones untimely loss is steadfast and unwavering.

Recognized as one of Illinois’ most committed group of personal injury attorneys, Carlson Bier’s cornerstone philosophy pivots upon understanding clients requirements, adhering to a diligent working style and achieving outcomes through expansive knowledge coupled with resolute representation.

Let us help you navigate this complex legal landscape. You don’t have to face such overwhelming circumstances alone, we are here to champion your cause. Let our expert team establish liability and pursue damages on your behalf so that you can focus solely on healing through this traumatic time.

We passionately believe in empowering our clients with comprehensive understanding particularly when comes wrongful death lawsuits – guiding them every step along arduous journey towards resolution, offering informed perspective whilst fiercely advocating their rights within courtrooms across the state – rest easy knowing you’ve engaged some region’s top legal minds handling case intricacies personally providing needed guidance throughout duration even beyond final judgement so may gain rightful closure after devastating ordeal.

Lastly, while nothing can truly restore what has been lost, know that receiving the correct compensation can provide substantial aid in navigating life’s subsequent challenges post unfair bereavement. We invite you now to act – better understand possible compensations awaiting claim under law specifically relating wrongful death cases; click on button below find out how much potential value holds lawsuit partnering trusted attorneys defending rights earnestly ensuring deserve received represented by dedicated Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys group based right here in Illinois serving needs family today tomorrow always taking first decisive action towards attaining justice beloved departed securing future.

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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 Kingston

Cycling Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or unsafe conditions.

Scald Injuries

Supplying adept legal assistance for people of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Medical Misconduct

Delivering expert legal assistance for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, offering specialist legal guidance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Neglect

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Tumble Injuries

Expert in managing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking recovery for their damages.

Birth Harms

Extending legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Collisions: Concentrated on guiding individuals of car accidents receive just remuneration for damages and destruction.

Scooter Crashes

Focused on providing legal services for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Semi Incident

Offering experienced legal support for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for harms.

Construction Crashes

Committed to assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Head Damages

Expert in ensuring compassionate legal support for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Injuries

Adept at addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Loss

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and adept legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Damage

Focused on advocating for patients with paralysis, offering expert legal representation to secure justice.

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