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When it comes to navigating the complexities of wrongful death cases in Lake Camelot, Carlson Bier stands out as an exemplary choice. Boasting a rich history of successful resolutions, our skilled attorneys are committed to protecting your rights and securing justice in wrongful death disputes. We recognize the unparalleled pain this type of loss can create. With empathy and professionalism at our core, we provide thorough legal counsel that aims for maximum compensation for every client we represent. At Carlson Bier, you will find seasoned wrongful death lawyers with comprehensive knowledge about Illinois state laws alongside astute strategies designed specifically for such claims. Our approach is rooted deeply in fact-finding investigations followed by aggressive representation focused on outcomes beneficial to you during these challenging times; all while maintaining utmost respect towards confidentiality and ethics professed under the code employed by legal practitioners across Illinois recognized jurisdictions.

Remember, your fight becomes ours when you choose Carlson Bier – because no one should navigate through loss alone.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Lake Camelot Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that when you lose a loved one unexpectedly due to the negligence of another party, it is an extremely difficult and traumatizing experience. No amount of compensation can fill the void left by your dearly departed. However, securing justice and compelling parties accountable for their carelessness brings closure and protecting your financial future in light of unforeseen medical expenses, funeral costs, loss of income or other impact on quality of life.

Our team at Carlson Bier specializes in navigating the complex field of Wrongful Death Law in Illinois to help grieving families like yours seek rightful damages. A wrongful death claims arises when a person dies as a result of wrongful act or neglect by another person or entity. Anyone who was financially dependent on the victim or suffers from emotional hardship due to this loss has a right to file for compensation under Illinois law.

• Negligence: This forms the basis for most wrongful death lawsuits where it must be proven that the defendant owed a duty of care and breached this duty leading to harm.

• Medical malpractice: Amongst various scenarios where medical professionals may cause an avoidable fatality – incorrect diagnosis and treatment failure are culpable ignorance.

• Premises liability: If a property owner’s negligent maintenance led to fatal accidents – they can be held liable under premises liability laws.

• Product liabilities: Manufacturers can be held responsible if defective products lead to fatalities.

Illinois’ statute allows such legal actions within two years from date of passing – so time is quite literally essence here. Our dedicated attorneys work diligently against these tight timelines while delicately managing your emotion churns during grief.

When retaining our services at Carlson Bier, expect careful handling through all litigation steps from complaint filing, discovery process, negotiating settlements till bringing case before jury if necessary – always striving towards best possible outcomes for you.

Receiving compensation may not ease away grief but it assists easing financial burdens enabling some peace amidst storms. Numerous factors tend to influence settlement size with particularly Impactful ones:

• The deceased’s age, health condition, lifetime earnings potential

• Number of dependents

• Medical and funeral costs

Navigating the legal process in addition to experiencing your loss can feel overwhelming; that’s where we step in. With our combined expertise on field nuances and sensitivity towards yours tribulations – Carlson Bier ensures you never walk alone.

In these difficult times, making informed decisions is crucial – before deciding on course ahead do invest some time understanding wrongful death ramifications better. At ‘Carlson Bier’, we believe knowledge empowers action and have developed an extensive resource center covering various facets around Illinois’ wrongful law rules aiming towards clarifying doubt clouds transforming them into paths for justified retribution.

Our expertise is not confined to boardroom discussions only – instead extends over decades representing families like yours at trial courts across Illinois. This rich experience mixed with relentless dedication ensures commitment toward safeguarding your financial future while supporting grieving heart helping heal a bit faster every day.

Justice may seem elusive right now but as relentless advocates for bereaved families across Illinois, we will tirelessly fight to hold those responsible accountable.

It’s vital that families understand few basic yet critical cues before initiating legal journey for securing deserved justice: act promptly considering stringent statutes along with careful documentation accumulating strongest evidential support; rest assured though – with us by your side, this path would be lot less daunting than otherwise imagined through our expert support steering way forward ensuring no stone remains unturned.

In conclusion, it will truly be our honor assisting you uphold rights bestowed under Illinois Wrongful Death Act translating into meaningful closure lending some peace amidst grief whirlwinds. No one deserves being caught off-guard facing such torment – together let us convert this ordeal into campaign towards driving accountability leading necessary change reflecting value of human life.

Do remember that each case bears own complexities manifesting unique outcomes hence it becomes very important comprehending what your specific case might approximately be worth before adventuring for claims. To help ease this analysis, we have put together an easy-to-use tool available right here – just a click away. Do connect through the link below to figure out what your case could potentially be worth. Let our experts at Carlson Bier bring their experience and expertise into helping you traverse through this emotional journey with minimal disruption and maximum gains. Trust us to place relentless efforts towards securing justice for your loved one lost prematurely harnessing closure for all involved thereby rekindling hope amidst despair.

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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 Camelot

Cycling Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Extending specialist legal advice for victims of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Medical Misconduct

Offering experienced legal advice for persons affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal support to customers affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Trip Accidents

Professional in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking redress for their harm.

Birth Injuries

Delivering legal aid for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Mishaps: Committed to aiding clients of car accidents receive just compensation for damages and losses.

Bike Collisions

Focused on providing representation for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Offering adept legal assistance for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for losses.

Construction Accidents

Committed to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Head Impairments

Dedicated to offering compassionate legal services for clients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Damages

Specialized in handling cases for people who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Death

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and expert legal services to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Injury

Specializing in supporting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure justice.

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