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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with the complex aftermath of a wrongful death, it becomes paramount to have the support of legal experts who understand your position exceptionally well. Carlson Bier positions itself as an outstanding choice for such specialized guidance and offers a compassionate yet professional approach. With years of trial-tested experience in Illinois, our attorney group excels in handling accident cases responsibly while aggressively pursuing each case to obtain successful conclusions for our clients. Carlson Bier has represented countless families touched by unfortunate incidents and effectively guiding them through their claims process’s difficult aspects. We diligently work towards maximum compensation that respects every individual’s losses and reduces their financial burdens so they can concentrate on rebuilding lives from this tragic event with dignity. Choosing Carlson Bier equates to entrusting your claim to dedicated wrongful death attorneys committed not just to unbeatable results but also significant client relationships created through proficient communication tactics and meticulous attention detail at all times—a characteristic trait of effective battle-hardened lawyers you need during these challenging periods.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Lewistown Illinois

When tragedy strikes and you unexpectedly lose a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, the emotional turmoil can be overwhelming. It is during these times of heart-wrenching emotion that legal counsel becomes critical. At Carlson Bier, we provide compassionate yet resilient support for those facing such devastating circumstances. We understand that in addition to grief, there are potential financial burdens associated with a wrongful death lawsuit, so we offer steadfast guidance throughout the process.

Wrongful Death is defined by Illinois law as any fatality caused by wrongful acts or negligence. These could range from medical malpractice to car accidents, work-related injuries or incidents of nursing home abuse. Survivors can seek compensation for their suffering through legal avenues with significant implications – both personal and financial.

What value does our service bring? To help enhance your understanding of Wrongful Death lawsuits here are some key elements:

• Understanding Liability: The first step involves determining who was at fault for the unfortunate incident leading to the loss of life. This party must hold liability i.e., they must be legally responsible for what transpired.

• Cause of Action: There should be valid grounds upon which you’re litigating – known as the ’cause of action.’ This typically involves evidence pointing toward negligence or intentional harm.

• Damages Establishment: Lastly, establishing damages means demonstrating how much you’ve been financially affected by your loved one’s demise.

Further clarity can be sought on these points by reaching out directly to us at Carlson Bier – where expert advice just a call away! Guided by principles honed through years of practice in Illinois law courts, we’re ready to stand beside you every step along this challenging journey.

The pursuit of justice following a wrongful death starts with assembling strong evidence against the liable party. Specializing exclusively in Personal Injury litigation, Carlson Bier ensures thorough investigations into each case presented before us – exploring every possible angle and leaving no stone unturned in our quest for justice. Our dedicated team of lawyers bring decades worth of combined experience in confronting these complex cases.

It’s important to remember that under the Illinois Statute of Limitations, Wrongful Death claims must be filed within two years from the date of death. Time is indeed a crucial aspect in such lawsuits, necessitating swift action towards filing your claim.

At Carlson Bier, we believe in delivering comprehensive support for grieving individuals and families. We assist in navigating through the intricate legal maze while you can focus on healing and cherishing the memories of your loved one without any additional stressor.

Financial compensation cannot replace your beloved family member nor heal the wound their sudden departure has caused; nevertheless, it can provide much-needed assistance by covering lost earnings, medical bills or burial costs amongst other expenditures linked with wrongful death incidents. It is also about holding perpetrators accountable for their reckless actions – ensuring they face legal consequences and further dissuading such negligence

Imagine being faced with this daunting situation alone! The thought itself sends shivers down your spine; right? But worry not when you have Carlson Bier around for timely guidance and reliable counsel.

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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 Lewistown

Bicycle Mishaps

Proficient in legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Scald Damages

Providing professional legal services for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Hospital Negligence

Offering experienced legal assistance for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Liability

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal guidance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Neglect

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Fall Incidents

Expert in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking compensation for their injuries.

Newborn Injuries

Providing legal guidance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Crashes

Accidents: Dedicated to guiding sufferers of car accidents gain equitable recompense for injuries and impairment.

Bike Collisions

Specializing in providing representation for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Trucking Incident

Offering adept legal representation for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for harms.

Building Incidents

Focused on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to providing professional legal services for patients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Expertise in handling cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unjust Loss

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and expert legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Harm

Committed to advocating for victims with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal representation to secure recovery.

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