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Seeking justice in wrongful death cases requires a dedicated legal team that fully understands the intricacies of such sensitive matters. When residents of Mount Auburn find themselves grappling with the tragic aftermath of an untimely loss, Carlson Bier emerges as their optimal choice for representation. Our firm specializes exclusively in personal injury and wrongful death litigation, guided by years of experience and a track record marked by notable victories. The attorneys at Carlson Bier draw on extensive expertise to adeptly navigate the complexities inherent in these cases, bringing compassion, diligence and fierce commitment to every case they handle. They work tirelessly aiming towards securing maximum compensation for next-of-kin who are left reeling from unexpected tragedy. It’s not just about winning; it’s about ensuring that fair justice is served while facilitating healing through closure for bereaved families dealing with immense grief. Therefore, when needing steadfast advocates during trying times and champions beside you throughout your journey towards justice – consider relying on Carlson Bier.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Mount Auburn Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we’re a team of highly-trained personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, serving clients with diligence and utmost professionalism. One core area of our practice is handling wrongful death cases – tragic occurrences often riddled with legal complexities that require experienced representation.

Wrongful death typically refers to fatalities resulting from the negligent or willful actions of another party. These cases have stringent deadlines and intricate legal maneuvers, underscoring the need for skillful administration by seasoned lawyers like us at Carlson Bier. The loss following such an untimely event extends beyond emotional hardship; it also includes substantial financial implications potentially impacting survivors’ futures significantly.

• State laws determine who can file these legal complaints. In general, immediate family members are eligible – that incorporates spouses, children, including adopted ones, and in some instances, parents.

• Proving liability is integral to success in wrongful death matters. It requires showing that the defendant’s reckless or unlawful behavior directly led to the victim’s demise.

• Wrongful deaths result label different situations: car accidents caused by negligent drivers, medical malpractice tragedies due to healthcare provider negligence or risky workplaces violating safety regulations leading to worker deaths.

Here at Carlson Bier, we take it upon ourselves to ensure your rights are preserved through viable representation aimed at securing justice for your unfortunate loss.

Our approach involves meticulously investigating the circumstances around each case – piecing together facts regarding fault and assessing pecuniary losses incurred due to sudden bereavement. This rigorous analysis provides a reliable basis upon which claims for damages are made – a figure accounting for medical bills before death occurred as well as future monetary support if the deceased was a significant income contributor.

A critical aspect distinguishing our method lies in understanding that no amount can truly compensate for human life’s irreplaceable value. Therefore, we strive not just for economic recompense but also non-economic damages incorporating mental anguish endured by survivors post such incidents.

Ensuring effective communication throughout the legal process forms an essential part of our service at Carlson Bier. Our seasoned attorneys professionally explain every aspect correlated to your case – ensuring you understand proceedings and potential outcomes clearly.

Collaborating with us guarantees:

• Proactive engagement, providing you consistent updates regarding proceedings.

• A compassionate yet firm hand steering the helm because we know it’s a difficult period for all concerned parties.

• Commitment to guard your privacy and legal interests resolutely.

However, please note that while our practice welcomes clientele from across Illinois, we must adhere to state law which prohibits falsely claiming physical offices in cities where none exist. Therefore, despite our willingness to assist clients such as those situated in Mount Auburn or elsewhere immediately hop call when necessary; rest assured—our commitment remains untouched by geographical boundaries.

The journey after a wrongful death can be unnerving without the proper guidance – but fear not… as troubled waters are navigable with capable seafarers on board. Choosing Carlson Bier’s expert team provides assurance and support unmatched by others during such tumultuous times.

At this point, you might wonder about the worth of your specific case. Allow us to carry out an assessment specifically tailored for you – no cookie-cutter tactics utilized here! Click on the button below today and let’s begin

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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 Mount Auburn

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Proficient in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Giving specialist legal advice for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Physician Incompetence

Providing professional legal representation for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Responsibility

Managing cases involving unsafe products, supplying expert legal assistance to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Abuse

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Fall Accidents

Professional in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking recovery for their harm.

Infant Damages

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Committed to guiding individuals of car accidents gain just recompense for injuries and impairment.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Truck Accident

Offering specialist legal advice for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to extending dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

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

Wrongful Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Dedicated to assisting individuals with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal support to secure compensation.

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