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About Carlson Bier Associates

When a loved one’s life is tragically cut short due to the negligence or misconduct of another party, you need strong legal representation. At Carlson Bier, our practice is singularly focused on personal injury cases which includes Wrongful Death lawsuits. Our seasoned attorneys excel in thoroughly investigating these extremely sensitive cases and seeking maximum compensation for your devastating loss. We understand that this emotional period can leave individuals feeling wronged and powerless. Hence, we tirelessly advocate on behalf of our clients in Lombard and throughout Illinois by providing compassionate yet assertive legal counsel tailored to your unique circumstances. Leveraging an impressive track record with solid courtroom skills, we handle even the toughest Wrongful Death claims and strive for justice for the bereaved families we represent; offering them solace in knowing their concerns are being championed by some of Illinois’s foremost experts in wrongful death litigation.

As reputable trial lawyers known widely across Lombard area, choose Carlson Bier as your trustworthy companion during these trying times.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Lombard Illinois

At the prestigious law firm of Carlson Bier, we work diligently to ensure justice is served for those who’ve experienced unimaginable loss. Our capable team of personal injury attorneys specializes in Wrongful Death cases – a form of civil litigation reserved for those who have lost their lives due to another’s recklessness, carelessness, or intentional wrongdoing.

Navigating Wrongful Death can be emotionally taxing and legally complex, engendering numerous questions about options available and potential outcomes. A wrongful death claim enables surviving family members or estate representatives to seek compensation from the responsible party for losses such as income and support, medical expenses incurred prior to death, mental anguish suffered by survivors, funeral costs and more.

Consider these key factors which are fundamental in Wrongful Death case:

– Proving negligence: The success of your case rests on your ability to demonstrate negligence. This could entail proving that the individual who caused the incident failed in their duty to ensure safety.

– Breach of duty: Establish a link between the breach of duty and the demise is vital. This might require tangible evidence showing how the defendant’s negligent act led directly to death.

– Real quantifiable damages: Provide concrete proof displaying real financial impact related with the person’s untimely passing—included here would be medical bills connected with injury leading up to death.

As nuanced legal proceedings unfold over time, individuals often find themselves caught in a spiral of confusion layered upon grief; hence they turn toward reliable professionals like us at Carlson Bier. As advocates knitted into Illinois legal tapestry, we stand ready in meeting these challenges head-on with you.

We understand that when confronting unexpected tragedy compounded by harsh legal realities, a sagacious guide isn’t just important—it’s imperative. Our lawyers are not just effectively versed in this particular field but also adept at comprehension and communication thereby ensuring no nuances get overlooked during discussions on strategy or potential resolutions.

At Carlson Bier, personal attention goes beyond law books or courtrooms. It also consists of understanding your loved one’s life, portraying them with respect they deserve before each jury or judge. This empathetic prism coupled with meticulous legal rigor works in tandem ensuring your best interests remain at the heart of our endeavors.

In selecting Carlson Bier for assistance, what you can expect from us includes attorney availability on every case, treating clientele like people rather than numbers- a practice often lost in ceaseless echoes of larger firms. We are entrusted with consistently updating clients regarding claim progress and dedicated towards resolving each case as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Moreover, recognizing the financial strain which accompany fatality-related litigations; we operate under a contingency fee structure where until eventual recovery is ensured no fees are charged—so essentially resuming normalcy costs you nothing upfront.

Wrongful Death cases carry unique weightiness demanding exemplary precision and dedication to ensuring fair compensation—traits inherently found amongst attorneys at Carlson Bier. Through focusing solely upon personal injury sector inclusive of wrongful death claims; we strive towards delivering swift solutions while upholding impeccable standards reflective upon deep-set Illinois roots.

We believe in turning tragedy into tenacity one client at a time.

Acknowledge that nothing can replace loss faced due to an untimely demise but pursuing justice mitigates future sufferings whilst providing deserved closure today. So why wait? To gain insightful understanding about your Wrongful Death claim possibilities and arrive upon right resolution; click the button below to find out how much your case is worth. Allow Carlson Bier’s experienced legal team help navigate this turbulent journey bravely while prioritizing privacy concerns under every circumstance—that’s our promise and commitment to all clients!

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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 Lombard

Bicycle Accidents

Focused on legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Scald Damages

Giving specialist legal help for victims of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Hospital Incompetence

Providing specialist legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Obligation

Managing cases involving dangerous products, providing expert legal help to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Mistreatment

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Stumble Incidents

Professional in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking recovery for their suffering.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Committed to supporting patients of car accidents gain just recompense for hurts and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Committed to providing representation for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Semi Accident

Offering experienced legal advice for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Building Site Incidents

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

Neurological Traumas

Focused on delivering dedicated legal advice for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

Expert in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Demise

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and professional legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Spine Harm

Specializing in assisting patients with paralysis, offering professional legal guidance to secure justice.

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