FREE CASE CONSULTATION
312.622.2900
Facebook-f Linkedin Google

Wrongful Death Attorney in Morgan Park

Let Carlson Bier Fight For You

Over $50 Million in Recoveries

Google Guaranteed 5 Stars Advanced Local Service Ads Carlsonbier
Find Out if You Have a Case in 10 Seconds
Personal Injury Attorney Chicago
Personal Injury Lawyer Orland Park Illinois | Carlson Bier Associates

About Carlson Bier Associates

Navigating the legal landscape after experiencing a wrongful death can be complex and emotionally draining. Entrust your case to experienced professionals who will tirelessly advocate for you, striving for justice on behalf of your loved one – Carlson Bier. Sensitivity and diligence characterize our approach to these matters. We deeply understand that no form of monetary compensation can fill the void created by such heartbreaking loss, however our duty remains – fight relentlessly seeking justice deserved by all survivors grappling with wrongfully lost lives.

In terms of expertise, we offer unparalleled proficiency in wrongful death lawsuits achieved through decades of dedicated practice within Illinois’ unique legislative framework resulting in countless satisfied clients. Our advocacy at Carlson Bier isn’t just about achieving financial reparation; it represents validation that an injustice occurred staining legacy left behind by a departed loved one – something we intent on setting right.

We’re established attorneys known throughout Illinois for excellent service delivery consistent across various types cases including Wrongful Death related suits near Morgan Park residents whose geography forms part this noble mission profound empathy towards every client’s situation guides us here at Carlson Bier ensuring utmost understanding personalized representation during challenging moments involving Wrongful Death lawsuits.

Meet Our Attorneys
About Carlson Bier

Wrongful Death Lawyers in Morgan Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury cases including Wrongful Death lawsuits, leveraging our substantial collective knowledge and expertise to deliver exceptional representation for clients across Illinois. A wrongful death claim typically arises when a victim who would otherwise have a valid personal injury claim is killed due to either negligence or intentional harm by another entity or individual.

Under the statutes governing Illinois law, certain relations of the deceased may be entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit – usually this will include directly related family members such as their spouse, children, parents or siblings. This allows them to potentially recoup damages covering loss of financial support previously provided by the deceased, associated medical bills prior to death, burial costs and even compensation related specifically to emotional suffering.

Additionally:

– The statute of limitations for filing wrongful death claims differs from other types of lawsuits. The time frame in which you must bring forth your claim varies on several factors pertaining directly to your case.

– To succeed in a wrongful deaths case it’s necessary to prove that it was the accused party’s actions that led directly improving liability and demonstrating culpability can often be complex and confusing.

– Damages awarded are generally separated into two categories: economic and non-economic. Economic damages comprise tangible losses like lost wages or medical expenses while non-economic damages cover less easily quantifiable losses such as pain and suffering.

Understanding these considerations is crucially important in building any effective wrongful death lawsuit yet can be challenging without comprehensive legal knowledge; this is where seeking professional advice becomes vitally important.

Each case inherently carries with it unique challenges requiring custom tailored approaches – at Carlson Bier we passionately believe in championing the rights of our clients throughout their ordeal ensuring they are fairly represented at every stage during litigation proceedings

Many clients do not fully comprehend how much their case could potentially be worth given specific details relating to their situation. It’s recognized though that not knowing this might cause undue stress especially during already difficult times following loss of a loved one.

Allow us to take away some of that burden. By clicking the button below, you will be guided through a brief survey to help determine the potential value of your case. Trust in our extensive experience and compassionate approach by giving us the honor of representing you and standing up for your rights during this challenging time. Carlson Bier: steadfast advocates providing counsel when it is needed most.

Find Out How Much Your Case is Worth
Testimonials from Clients

Your Success Is Our Success

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.
Education & Information

Resources For Morgan Park Residents

Links

Legal Associations and Lawyer Services

Online Legal Resources and Directories

Specialized Services and Educational Resources

Legal Blogs
SEE MORE

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

All Attorney Services in Morgan Park

Areas of Practice in Morgan Park

Bike Accidents

Specializing in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or risky conditions.

Flame Injuries

Supplying adept legal advice for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Clinical Carelessness

Delivering expert legal representation for victims affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving faulty products, supplying expert legal guidance to customers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Misconduct

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Fall Injuries

Specialist in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking restitution for their losses.

Infant Harms

Providing legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Accidents: Concentrated on helping patients of car accidents obtain just compensation for damages and destruction.

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Truck Collision

Delivering adept legal services for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for losses.

Worksite Collisions

Dedicated to supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Harms

Expert in providing specialized legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in handling cases for individuals who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Jogger Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Fatality

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Committed to supporting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure settlement.

Instant Case Evaluation

Contact Us Today if you need a Person Injury Lawyer

312-313-2440

cb
FREE CASE CONSULTATION

312.622.2900

The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.

© 2024 All Rights Reserved | Carlson Bier

Web Design By Bosseo​