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When dealing with the tragic event of a wrongful death, you require expert legal assistance to secure justice. That is where Carlson Bier steps in as your competent ally. Based in Illinois, our dedicated team at Carlson Bier specializes exclusively in personal injury and wrongful death claims. Our compassionate attorneys understand that no amount can ever recompense for the loss of your loved one; however, we persistently strive to hold negligent parties accountable while securing maximum compensation possible.

With extensive experience and noteworthy successes under our belt, we’ve built an unparalleled reputation as some of Illinois’ most esteemed Wrongful Death lawyers. By meticulous analysis of each case’s unique circumstances and scrupulously advocating for every client’s best interests during negotiations or trial proceedings -Carlson Bier stands at the vanguard

The proven prowess coupled with unwavering dedication makes us a befitting choice when traversing through such demanding times. If you are looking for relentless representation committed to safeguarding your rights and delivering deserved resolution – remember Carlson Bier! Give us a call today, because here at Carlson Bier- Justice is not just served; it’s Earned!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Mechanicsburg Illinois

Wrongful death cases are undeniably complex legal issues, yet they hold tremendous importance as they provide much-needed financial recovery for surviving family members. Reputable law specialists like Carlson Bier are equipped with the necessary experience and knowledge to guide you through these tough times. As an established personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, we aspire to support individuals dealing with such monumental losses.

A wrongful death claim constitutes a civil action taken by surviving dependents or beneficiaries when another party’s negligent, reckless, or deliberate acts lead to a person’s demise. It essentially allows survivors to find some measure of justice by holding the responsible parties accountable for their loved one’s untimely passing.

Key elements in identifying a wrongful death case may include:

– A significant loss (death) has occurred.

– This loss was attributed directly to someone else’s neglect or intentional harm.

– The incident negatively affects the victim’s designated heirs or dependents consequentially facing monetary losses due to this occurrence.

Unfortunately, each year in Illinois countless lives are tragically cut short due to automobile accidents, medical malpractice, workplace injuries, defective products mishaps amongst others. These tragedies deeply affect families both emotionally and financially.

However challenging and painful it might be – seeking recompense for your devastating loss is crucial. Understanding not everyone finds it easy grappling with legal terminologies amidst emotional turmoil; our team at Carlson Bier intends on making this process seamless while ensuring minimum stress-inducing factors for the grieving families involved.

At Carlson Bier, every client is provided individualized attention along with empathetic support because we genuinely understand the magnitude of losing a loved one unexpectedly. Our approach includes assisting clients meticulously gather evidence needed, negotiating skilfully with relevant insurance companies and proficiently presenting your case before a jury if required – all aimed towards achieving optimal possible compensation results on your behalf.

The statutory time limit for filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois generally stands fixed at two years from the date of the deceased person’s demise. However, specific circumstances can extend or reduce this time limit – to comprehend how such nuances come into play, consult with one of our experienced attorneys today.

Amongst its many essentially community-serving roles as a law firm – Carlson Bier presents itself committed towards delivering client-centric set-ups ensuring effective involvement and simplified understanding via straightforward explanations each step along your case journey.

Determining the value that you may be entitled to in a wrongful death lawsuit often involves an elaborate evaluation of several factors, including damage assessment medically, emotionally, and loss-based. A seasoned attorney at Carlson Bièr actively helps navigate through this complicated process while respecting that no amount can truly compensate for personal loss faced by surviving family members. Additionally, we dutifully assist survivors under wrongful death lawsuits also claim compensatory reimbursements against punitive damages inflicted due to malicious or felonious acts leading to wrongful deaths occurring within Illinois jurisdiction.

At the end of the day; We believe in striving relentlessly for justice on behalf of individuals who have incorrectly lost loved ones due to someone else’s negligence. If you’re grappling with such a crisis; Our grief-experienced team operates diligently navigating through legal complexities rendering capable professional assistance helping recover deserved compensation proportional to your catastrophic experience.

Time is essential following unfortunate incidents leading towards tragic demises. To receive insightful comprehension of what rights catered under Illinois Law are available protecting your interests following a loved one’s unexpected passing: Request a free consultation immediately!

So why wait? Discover today how much your wrongful death case might potentially yield back by clicking on the button below- because at Carlson Bièr – refining hope out of tragedy stands central defining our untiring commitment & service towards supporting our grieving clients constructively bounce back stronger amidst life-altering adversities!

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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 Mechanicsburg

Bicycle Crashes

Focused on legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Giving professional legal assistance for people of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Hospital Negligence

Providing experienced legal representation for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Responsibility

Handling cases involving faulty products, offering skilled legal assistance to individuals affected by defective items.

Aged Neglect

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

Tumble & Stumble Injuries

Professional in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking compensation for their damages.

Neonatal Wounds

Delivering legal support for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Car Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents secure appropriate remuneration for damages and damages.

Motorbike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal support for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Trucking Collision

Delivering adept legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for injuries.

Worksite Accidents

Engaged in defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Head Harms

Specializing in providing dedicated legal services for patients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Injuries

Adept at dealing with cases for persons who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Focused on legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Passing

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal guidance to ensure justice.

Neural Impairment

Dedicated to supporting clients with spine impairments, offering specialized legal assistance to secure redress.

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