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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the tragedy of wrongful death, you have the right to seek justice. Carlson Bier has expertly advocated for those affected by life’s most devastating circumstances in Lacon and throughout Illinois. As personal injury attorneys, we’re committed to providing top-tier legal representation while easing your burden during this trying time. Each wrongful death case is intricate; myriad complexities require a guided approach from meticulous and experienced representatives like us at Carlson Bier. Our team is driven by advocacy that leaves no room for compromise when it comes to defending our clients’ rights and interests. We diligently work on proving negligence or misconduct caused the untimely passing of your loved one, exerting concerted effort towards securing rightful compensation for loss of companionship, funeral expenses among other damages incurred; we offer compassion paired with aggressive pursuit of accountability because at Carlson Bier- there’s more than just law practicing – it’s about standing up for what really matters: delivering justice where needed most.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Lacon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our expertise lies in a myriad of personal injury cases, among them wrongful death suits. Wrongful death is a legal term used to describe when someone’s negligence or intentional action leads to another person’s death. In such instances, the deceased person’s loved ones may be eligible for compensation based on several factors including loss of financial support and companionship.

Wrongful deaths could stem from various situations, each unique and equally impactful to those left behind. This could range from automobile accidents where one party was negligent or reckless, medical malpractice wherein health professionals fail to uphold their duty of care, workplace accidents due to insufficient safety measures or supervision and even premises liability where property owners have not ensured a safe environment for visitors or tenants.

One salient feature regarding wrongful death lawsuits is timing; they must be filed within two years from the date of passing as stipulated by Illinois law. It’s essential that any claim made after this period will most likely be dismissed irrespective of its merit.

• Understanding Liability: The accused party should have directly caused the incident leading up to the individual’s demise.

• Proving Negligence: Establishing evidence that the defendant didn’t meet their legal obligation toward safety standards.

• Determining Damages: Quantifying losses like burial expenses, lost wages future earnings potential are paramount in ensuring comprehensive recompense.

It is important to note that only direct dependents – parents, spouses and children – can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois. The courts also recognize adult children filing for elderly parents’ demise while siblings looking for justice for an unmarried sibling without progeny hold legitimate grounds too.

Dealing with loss can never truly equate monetary compensation but at Carlson Bier we strive towards achieving some level of restitution through legal means carried out with utmost attention diligence professionalism compassion respect improving client’s grieving process providing peace mind award meets compensatory punitive damages inflicted you your loved ones coping often requires shoulder lean advice from seasoned legal team would shy away difficult conversations required for case assessing severity impact victim’s family.

Wrongful death lawsuits can be quite overwhelming, both emotionally and in their complexity. Our personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier understand the heartache of dealing with a loved one’s unexpected passing and the challenges that come along with seeking justice. We advocate strongly for our clients, demonstrating compassion while also maintaining a zealous approach to obtaining deserved compensation.

We urge you to not tackle this on your own. Please avail yourself of our expansive knowledge regarding Illinois wrongful death laws as well as an unwavering commitment to seeing justice served. Remember each case is unique deserves utmost attention detail potential complexities It’s never too soon reach out expert attorney guide through tenuous journey.

So why wait? Find out if you have a viable wrongful death claim today by clicking the button below. Figuring out how much your case could be worth is just a click away allowing us build detailed, personalized strategy meant solely cater needs endeavored towards getting funds need start reconstructing lives after devastating loss. Don’t take on burden alone; let Carlson Bier fight alongside turn grief into action loyalty justice stand testament firm’s dedication most pressing concerns faced due accidental or negligent passing else responsible is liable provide rightful restitution seeking closure giving chance better tomorrow.

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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 Lacon

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or perilous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Offering skilled legal support for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Malpractice

Extending professional legal representation for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal assistance to victims affected by faulty goods.

Elder Malpractice

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Fall Incidents

Adept in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking restitution for their suffering.

Childbirth Harms

Supplying legal aid for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Concentrated on helping sufferers of car accidents secure appropriate compensation for hurts and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Focused on providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Semi Mishap

Providing experienced legal support for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for hurts.

Worksite Collisions

Committed to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Impairments

Focused on offering compassionate legal services for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Expertise in handling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Mishaps

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

Unfair Demise

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and adept legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Backbone Trauma

Dedicated to advocating for persons with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal services to secure recovery.

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