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About Carlson Bier Associates

Navigating the aftermath of a wrongful death can be heartbreaking and complex. Carlson Bier, a distinguished personal injury law firm in Illinois, is your compassionate partner during this difficult journey. At Carlson Bier, we have proven expertise in pursuing justice for victims through rigorous representation on their behalf in cases involving negligent deaths caused by auto accidents to medical malpractice. With an unwavering commitment to understanding each client’s unique circumstance and delivering personalized service, we’ve gained our reputation as formidable allies for families seeking rightful redress after tragic adversities. No matter where you are situated within Macon mandates or beyond; let us support you with our professional diligence and compassion towards securing the closure you deserve. Trusting Carlson Bier with your wrongful death claim means choosing comprehensive care backed by vast legal proficiency – because at heart every lost life matters dearly to us; therefore it’s simply not enough until every valid grievance sees the justice they rightfully merit. Choose wisely – allow Carlson Bier’s seasoned team guide you towards achieving peace while ensuring that justice prevails.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Macon Illinois

Carlson Bier’s practice is rooted in dedication, compassion, and a relentless pursuit for justice – particularly when it comes to Wrongful Death lawsuits. Our legal team understands the complex emotions accompanying such tragic circumstances: the sudden loss of a loved one can be unthinkably agonizing; neglect or misconduct adding insult to injury makes it even harder. As experienced personal injury attorneys in Illinois, we are here not just to offer professional assistance, but also emotional support throughout this difficult period.

Wrongful death is defined as fatality resulting from negligence, wrongful conduct or deliberate action by another individual. This could arise from an untold number of scenarios including – though certainly not limited to- motor vehicle accidents, workplace accidents, medical malpractice events, product liability issues or construction mishaps.

• Immediate family members, life partners or financial dependents can usually file a claim.

• A wrongful death claim focuses on compensation for losses relating directly to the victim’s death.

• The aim is to secure compensatory damages which include medical and funeral expenses along with pain & suffering endured by loved ones due to loss of companionship.

The process of proving fault involves demonstrating that duty of care was violated leading to a breach causing fatalities under conditions where if due diligence had been exercised such incident would likely have been avoidable. Applying these principles may seem straightforward in theory however acquiring proof often requires intricate skills coupled with experience – something our committed attorneys possess abundantly.

We understand that your goal right now must be focussed around seeking out how best you can move forward after such shocking experiences. Carlson Bier aims at guiding and supporting you through this overwhelming period; reconstructing lives while aiming for optimal future living standards forms part of these endeavors ensuring financial security figures prominently within this ambitious frame.

Some important elements contributing satisfaction beyond exceptional customer service include:

• We work based on contingency fees meaning we only get paid upon successful conclusion of cases.

• Transparency remain high priority areas with no hidden charges or fees hence you always know where your case stands.

• Our attorneys invest exhaustive hours into understanding the specifics about each particular scenario exploring every conceivable angle for finding holes plugging devoid advantages.

At Carlson Bier, we meticulously carry out a comprehensive analysis binding strategy when accepting wrongful death cases. Cases fitting our range get diligently developed backed up by vast resources as well as experienced investigators thoroughly examining claims from every possible perspective.

Remember all this effort; thorough preparation; painstaking follow-through form part of our intricate plans to restore balance in your life while seeking justice on behalf of deceased loved ones. Battling such significant obstacles becomes easier knowing highly qualified professionals are working tirelessly behind the scenes so that you can focus on what truly counts: healing emotionally and rebuilding lives devastated due to unforgettable tragedy.

There is considerable value to be extracted from expert handling of your claim. Until we dive deeper into context, circumstances, evidence and more surrounding your specific situation, it’s challenging to give a definitive number that accurately represents the real value of potential compensation at stake. That being said, why not discover for yourself? We invite you to make use of our swift and efficient interactive feature below – effortlessly clicking will yield an immediate assessment – giving solid insight regarding what your case might be worth running through some general specifics linked informatively towards deriving maximum returns connected with wrongful death compensations within Illinois jurisdiction parameters. With one simple action today, take a major leap forward down justice’s rewarding path with legal partners committed solely towards restoring joy into bereaved hearts currently undergoing unbearable pain experiencing loss.

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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 Macon

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Fire Burns

Giving adept legal assistance for patients of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Physician Malpractice

Ensuring expert legal representation for victims affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Obligation

Dealing with cases involving defective products, extending professional legal guidance to clients affected by harmful products.

Aged Abuse

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Fall Mishaps

Skilled in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking compensation for their losses.

Newborn Harms

Delivering legal help for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Crashes

Collisions: Devoted to assisting clients of car accidents gain equitable remuneration for wounds and losses.

Motorbike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal support for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Semi Mishap

Providing specialist legal assistance for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for injuries.

Building Site Collisions

Concentrated on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Brain Damages

Committed to offering specialized legal advice for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Harms

Proficient in managing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Incidents

Committed to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unjust Death

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and adept legal representation to ensure fairness.

Neural Damage

Expert in representing persons with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure compensation.

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