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About Carlson Bier Associates

Finding a skilled and trustworthy Wrongful Death attorney in Lake Barrington is pivotal when facing such tumultuous times. Consider Carlson Bier, your trusted partner amidst difficulty. Our reputation for relentless commitment to justice provides the stability you need during this trying period. With expert advocacy from our diligent lawyers, we work tirelessly on behalf of grieving families seeking fair compensation for their losses. While navigating the complexities of litigation, our firm maintains tenacity and compassion as core values throughout every step of the process.

We have established ourselves as an astute authority in Wrongful Death law within Illinois by prioritizing empathetic understanding alongside consummate professionalism. At Carlson Bier, we strive not only to meet but exceed your expectations through meticulous preparation and earnest dedication to each case at hand.

Combining accomplished expertise with strategies tailored specifically toward Wrongful Death lawsuits leads us consistently towards desired results while minimizing discomfort or additional stresses for our clients’ families; evidencing why choosing Carlson Bier should be your first consideration amongst personal injury attorneys across a diverse legal landscape.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Lake Barrington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastating repercussions of losing a loved one due to another’s negligence or carelessness. That’s why our team of highly skilled personal injury attorneys is dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive legal assistance for wrongful death cases in Illinois. We’re not just attorneys at law; we’re tireless advocates for justice who strive each day to bring some semblance of comfort to those grappling with grief while navigating the complexities of the legal system.

Wrongful death refers to a circumstance where an individual dies as a result of someone else’s wrongful act, neglect or default. These can occur in various settings like traffic accidents, workplace mishaps, medical malpractice situations, or product liability scenarios. As specialists in this field, it falls upon us at Carlson Bier to meticulously uncover the truth behind these unfortunate incidents and work diligently towards securing fair compensation for surviving family members.

Key aspects covered by the umbrella term ‘wrongful death’ include:

• Negligence: This pertains to instances where the death occurred due to carelessness or reckless conduct.

• Breach of Duty: The defendant owed a duty of care towards the deceased person but failed in upholding it.

• Causation: The breach directly led to the individual’s demise.

• Damages: Demonstrable financial losses resulted from the untimely death.

In pursuing such claims, damages recovered may encompass expenses like medical bills incurred prior to death, funeral costs, loss of projected earnings and benefits among other elements that significantly impact not just emotional stability but also economic well-being.

By virtue of its profound nature affecting multiple aspects -legal proving grounds emerge as sophisticated requiring adequate representation by seasoned professionals capable understanding subtleties within laws governing state jurisdictions. Herein enters role Carlson Bier- An experienced competent legal firm recognizing importance each case hence thoroughly investigating all avenues leading possible damages recovery thereby bringing heightened value clients looking us during their toughest times.

Navigating through the intricacies of wrongful death cases is often overwhelming during times of grief. With Carlson Bier, rest assured you will receive empathetic support coupled with rigorous legal representation. Our committed team will keep you informed at every step, breaking down complex legal jargon into simple terms that are easy to understand.

As well-versed Illinois personal injury attorneys, our expertise extends beyond crafting compelling lawsuits and prepping for contentious litigation. At Carlson Bier, we offer something less tangible but equally important – peace of mind. While we do not claim to erase bereavement caused by untimely demise; through our tenacious efforts, we aspire to reduce your financial stress and provide a sense of closure while helping obtain justice for your lost loved one.

Remember – there are time restrictions in place affecting admissibility wrongful death case within courts hence imperative seek expert advice earliest possible moment from a reputable law firm like ours ensure rights safeguarded all times.

We invite you to discover how the experienced team at Carlson Bier can guide you through these challenging circumstances. We genuinely believe everyone deserves access to quality legal resources when dealing with such emotionally charged situations as wrongful death lawsuits. Click on the button below for an obligation-free assessment of your claim’s value. Let us help make this difficult journey just a little smoother for you because here at Carlson Bier, your peace is always our priority.

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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 Lake Barrington

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Scald Damages

Supplying expert legal advice for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Clinical Misconduct

Providing dedicated legal representation for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Obligation

Managing cases involving unsafe products, providing professional legal services to individuals affected by defective items.

Elder Abuse

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip & Fall Accidents

Specialist in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking restitution for their damages.

Neonatal Wounds

Providing legal support for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Incidents

Crashes: Focused on assisting individuals of car accidents obtain equitable compensation for harms and damages.

Bike Accidents

Specializing in providing legal services for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Big Rig Accident

Ensuring specialist legal advice for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for injuries.

Construction Crashes

Concentrated on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cognitive Injuries

Dedicated to providing specialized legal assistance for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Specialized in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Committed to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Unjust Loss

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and experienced legal representation to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Harm

Specializing in advocating for clients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal representation to secure compensation.

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