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When a tragedy strikes and you’re facing the heartbreak of a wrongful death, Carlson Bier stands confidently as your trustworthy legal ally with an unwavering commitment to securing justice. Based in Illinois and proud to serve uniquely Lyndon families, we blend compassionate counsel with persistent advocacy – ensuring comprehensive support during this difficult time. Having successfully championed numerous wrongful death claims, our seasoned attorneys possess the expertise to navigate complicated processes fluently while maintaining full respect for your emotional hardship. At Carlson Bier, expect us not only relentlessly fighting against factual distortions or intimidating insurers but also sensitively helping assimilate life’s next phase after an irreplaceable loss. We understand that no financial recovery can truly soothe inflicted sorrow; yet righting these severe wrongs financially might ease future burdens somewhat amid unbearable grief. Trust Carlson Bier: a name synonymous with utmost professionalism in handling wrongful deaths coupled with empathetic engagement – steadfastly striving towards one singular goal: justice for your dear departed in every possible way.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Lyndon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, ensuring that you get justice after a wrongful death in your family is our primary objective. Our expert team of personal injury attorneys, based in Illinois, understand the emotional turmoil and financial hardship that can ensue following the loss of a loved one. Providing compassionate legal guidance during this challenging time while relentlessly seeking compensation for you is our pledge to help alleviate some burdens off your shoulders.

When an individual dies as a result of another’s negligent or willful conduct, it falls under the category of wrongful death. This may encompass a variety of situations such as medical malpractice, vehicle accidents, workplace mishaps, product liability cases and more. The complexities thrown up by these cases necessitate experienced legal representation like ours which understands both intricacies of legal procedures and nuances within different scenarios to put forth the strongest case on your behalf.

Undoubtably understanding some key elements about wrongful death claims might facilitate clarity during this difficult transition:

• You must be able to prove negligence – It must be established that the death was caused primarily by another’s carelessness or intentional harmful action.

• Only specific relations can sue – Typically only immediate family members or dependents are permitted by law to file for wrongful death suits.

• There exists a statute of limitations – In Illinois, generally such lawsuits must be filed within two years from the date of death.

Our well-versed personal injury attorneys embody prowess in assembling evidence through deep investigative methods and robust analysis. Couple with effective negotiation skills and courtroom expertise; we know how to maximize potential settlements under state laws distinctively surrounding damage awards for wrongful deaths.

Moreover at Carlson Bier we strongly believe in maintaining open lines of communication with our clients thus never leave them feeling sidelined in their own case. We tirelessly work towards keeping you informed about each step being taken while clarifying any perplexities along the way especially when having contend with weighty technical terminologies relevant within judicial spheres.

Given unique characteristics present within different wrongful death suits we appreciate that much can hinge upon the careful attention to varying components of individual cases. Consequently our attorneys, having honed their skills over years while fighting for justice within Illinois court systems precisely comprehend how to align those specific elements most favorably in line with client interests.

While experiencing grief it becomes essential to focus on healing and rememberance rather than struggle through murky legal waters alone. Let us handle the intricacies involved in securing needed financial restitution relieving you of unnecessary stress during an already taxing time.

Acting swiftly however is imperative given statute limitations are applicable even under circumstances as dire as these. Our team at Carlson Bier can guide you through such vital decisions so that your rights remain secure while helping ensure that the responsible party is held accountable.

More importantly when battling grief-stricken instances personal investments into justice seeking shouldn’t need compound financial burdens being faced. Hence we operate on a contingency basis; meaning you owe us nothing unless we win compensation for your loss.

Capitalizing upon our extensive experience, rest assured knowing every effort will be made towards making certain those at fault answer any wrong doings leading up-to this catastrophy while putting your interest first, unfailingly.

Finally, whether calculated via compounded prior income data for potential earnings lost or judged on intricate emotional harm parameters related to companionship deprivation among others; sum amounts reflecting true suffering undergone following such an immense loss aren’t easy decipherable without adept assistance. Thus allow us help discover your case’s worth – simply click the button below!

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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 Lyndon

Cycling Accidents

Expert in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Offering expert legal support for victims of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Physician Carelessness

Delivering experienced legal assistance for persons affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, supplying skilled legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Neglect

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Fall Mishaps

Specialist in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking compensation for their losses.

Neonatal Damages

Supplying legal support for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Accidents: Concentrated on aiding individuals of car accidents gain reasonable settlement for damages and damages.

Motorcycle Crashes

Focused on providing representation for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Big Rig Collision

Providing adept legal assistance for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for harms.

Worksite Collisions

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

Brain Injuries

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal representation for patients suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Proficient in managing cases for clients who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Focused on legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unjust Passing

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure redress.

Backbone Injury

Expert in advocating for clients with spine impairments, offering expert legal services to secure recovery.

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