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About Carlson Bier Associates

Experiencing the loss of a loved one due to wrongful death can be devastating. In these moments, it’s essential to choose legal representation that is compassionate, supportive, and experienced in handling such sensitive matters. These are qualities Carlson Bier proudly embodies as we compassionately pursue justice for our clients facing wrongful death cases. As an accomplished law firm in Illinois, our specialized attorneys bring significant experience in fighting complex cases with diligence and precision – working relentlessly until they achieve satisfactory results for their clientele.

At Carlson Bier, you will find Wrongful Death Lawyers who understand the intricacies of Illinois laws and have proven expertise in securing fair compensation for families destroyed by negligence or misconduct causing wrongful deaths. We’re not just attorneys; we walk alongside our clients during this heart-wrenching journey—you don’t face your struggles alone when dealing with us.

With Carlson Bier at your side navigating through this legal labyrinth becomes less daunting. Our team has accumulated invaluable experience making them highly knowledgeable about specific aspects exclusive only to wrongful death suits enabling higher success rates against antagonistic parties or insurance companies resisting liability payout claims.

Consider trusting us—let us lighten your load while ensuring that Justice For Life isn’t just a catchphrase but becomes a reality against those culpable for your unwarranted agony.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Liberty Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a trusted and top-rated law firm dedicated to representing victims of negligent circumstances in Illinois. Our expertise lies prominently in personal injury areas, specifically wrongful death scenarios. As experienced attorneys, we understand the intense emotional hardship that results from losing a loved one due to another party’s wrongful conduct or negligence. We use our professional legal skills to help you navigate through this challenging time by providing meticulous legal representation for your case.

Wrongful death refers to a lawsuit that asserts the victim was killed as a consequence of negligence, misconduct, or direct actions of another entity or person. According to Illinois law, potential plaintiffs in a wrongful death case generally include immediate family members like spouses or children, although each case has unique factors considered.

A few critical elements must be present to establish a tort for wrongful death:

• The defendant must have had a duty of care towards the deceased.

• There was breach of duty where the defendant failed in their responsibility.

• This breach directly caused the death.

• The death led to damages that can be financially quantified.

Damages awarded could include medical expenses preceding demise (if any), funeral costs, loss of future income capacity/economic support/inheritance including distress – mental anguish suffered by survivors of the decedent.

At Carlson Bier, we employ detail-oriented analysis and thorough investigation practices while handling such cases; we believe every minute detail matters when considering these claims. Moreover, relevant Illinois statutes typically require an initial claim within two years after the incident occurred; understanding such nuances is how we pledge high-quality service and optimal outcomes.

Times like these call for compassionate yet aggressive pursuit of justice which doesn’t come easily without proper litigation experience; at Carlson Bier we have won several prominent verdicts collectively worth millions on behalf of our clients during difficult times attributed mainly due to our deep commitment towards fighting tooth & nail on maintaining accountability thus ensuring maximum compensation possible under applicable laws.

Our law firm values education and empowerment—we want to help you understand your rights. But we are also here to take on the legal burdens, such as court proceedings and negotiation with insurance companies, so that you can focus on healing from this tremendous loss.

Professional assistance can alter the trajectory of a wrongful death claim; proven expertise often tips the scale in favor of victims under legislation guidelines enhancing prospects for receiving appropriate compensation. As per our motto “Justice for All,” we place importance not just in pursuing justice but also guiding through compassionate interaction towards those affected making litigation path as smooth as possible.

Trust us to bring justice where it is due—trust Carlson Bier. We offer free case evaluation, aiming to shed light on what your case might worth without upfront cost or obligation—an important first step in making informed decisions about pursuing a lawsuit. What’s more? You pay nothing unless there’s winning verdict or successful recovery settlement!

We invite you to explore potential possibilities by clicking below – ‘Discover what your case is worth’ – let Carlson Bier stand staunchly behind & champion your cause because when it comes down to ensuring rigorous representation, every wronged life matters.

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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 Liberty

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Specializing in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Scald Injuries

Offering adept legal assistance for victims of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Extending dedicated legal support for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Fault

Addressing cases involving defective products, delivering specialist legal support to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Mistreatment

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

Slip & Trip Occurrences

Skilled in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Birth Wounds

Extending legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents gain equitable compensation for hurts and losses.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Expert in providing representation for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Trucking Crash

Delivering expert legal support for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for harms.

Worksite Accidents

Committed to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Head Traumas

Committed to offering dedicated legal support for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Specialized in managing cases for clients who have suffered damages from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unjust Demise

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and experienced legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Impairment

Specializing in advocating for victims with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal services to secure settlement.

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