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Dealing with the loss of a loved one is an incredibly difficult process made even more challenging when your bereavement is compounded by legal complexities. The experienced wrongful death attorneys at Carlson Bier understand this and are steadfast in their commitment to provide meaningful guidance during such demanding times. Serving the citizens of Neoga, our main goal is to aid families seeking justice for a wrongful death case, navigate these tumultuous waters with skill and grace. We excel in gathering evidence, identifying responsible parties, calculating damages accurately—all whilst advocating fiercely for you in court if necessary. Carlson Bier takes pride itself on our attentive service that centers around empathy while maintaining professional rigor. Our success relates not just to effective representation but also restoring peace in distressed clients’ lives through giving robust counsel paramount for navigating tragic circumstances successfully—a rarity amongst law firms but a routine outcome at Carlson Bier—the prudent choice for reliable Wrongful Death legal support within Neoga vicinity.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Neoga Illinois

The unfortunate occurrence of a wrongful death can turn your life upside down in an instant. At Carlson Bier, our clients are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re here to help you navigate through these challenging times with utmost professionalism and compassion. Based in Illinois, our personal injury law expertise extends into representing clients who need assistance with wrongful death cases.

A wrongful death occurs when someone dies as a direct result of another person’s negligence or intentional act. The circumstances surrounding such instances vary widely – from auto accidents, medical malpractice to faulty products and many others. Should you find yourself dealing with such a predicament, it’s crucial that you understand your rights under Illinois law.

• Who may file: In most cases, immediate family members (like spouses and children) have the right to sue for wrongful death. However, certain other parties like parents of minor victims or legal representatives might also be eligible.

• Statute limitation: There is a statute limitations period within which one must start court proceedings for a wrongful death claim – typically two years from the date of the victim’s demise.

• Damages recoverable: These might include loss of financial support that the victim offered if still alive, emotional suffering caused by untimely departure or even funeral expenses amongst others.

Our skilled lawyers will guide you through each aspect involved in filing a lawsuit meticulously while equipping you with all possible legal recourse available – so you don’t miss out on what is legally owed to you.

Contrary to popular belief, not all wrongful deaths come up for litigation but every case warrants proper legal evaluation from dedicated specialists like us at Carlson Bier. This step carries vital significance since it holds potential monetary implications. It helps identify whether there indeed was another party accountable for causing undue harm resulting in fatality which could otherwise have been prevented if not for their misconduct.

Encompassing more than just legalese discourse; this critical assessment by experienced attorneys also ensures your case has a firm legal footing to contest in court if required. The wrongful death laws vary across states, so it’s important for your claim to be handled by an attorney familiar with Illinois law.

In addition to the comprehensive legal framework associated with wrongful deaths, empathy is key during these intricate dialogues as families entrust us to simultaneously unravel their delicate situation and seek justice. Unraveling the intricacies of legislation encasing instances like wrongful deaths seeks not just aptitude but compassion at its core – a principle that Carlson Bier ardently abides by from each initial consultation till resolution.

Privileged as we are being entrusted with handling enormously personal matters affecting our clients lives end-to-end, creating ties at personal levels can inadvertently prove beneficial legally too. Garnering more detailed insights into individual cases aids us reflect finer nuances convincingly before courts after all.

Beyond winning lawsuits, rightful compensation makes undeniable difference for surviving members during this transitionary period helping them reassemble their lives post such colossal loss.

Our last piece of advice? Don’t underestimate the monetary value of your case nor belittle your emotional turmoil–each person’s suffering is unique which should rightfully be acknowledged. Call on Carlson Bier for comprehensive guidance through the process and remember: you don’t have to go about taking on big insurance companies or facing opposing counsel alone when pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit.

Moreover, seeking justice shouldn’t be delayed; our representatives stand ready waiting for taking up any pertinent queries surrounding such distressful matters ensuring prospective clients confidently make well-versed decisions post deliberations.

Feel free to tap into our wealth of knowledge gathered across years fighting shoulder-to-shoulder alongside countless clients courageously rebounding from enormous odds! We patiently listen, compassionately comfort meanwhile steadfastly protecting hereditary rights seekers during life’s darkest hour!

Trust Illinois’ finest team of dedicated professionals at Carlson Bier Associates – we’re not just another law firm but an entity who stands by you through thick and thin. When you’re ready to take the next step, simply click on the button below to find out how much your case is worth. Let Carlson Bier stand strong with you – so that together we can seek closure from this tumultuous chapter in your life.

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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 Neoga

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Proficient in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Flame Damages

Supplying professional legal help for people of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Hospital Incompetence

Offering expert legal assistance for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Liability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, extending professional legal services to victims affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Neglect

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

Stumble and Stumble Mishaps

Adept in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking justice for their damages.

Childbirth Harms

Delivering legal guidance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Crashes

Incidents: Committed to guiding patients of car accidents receive fair remuneration for harms and damages.

Scooter Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal services for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Big Rig Collision

Extending specialist legal services for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for damages.

Worksite Mishaps

Focused on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Neurological Injuries

Committed to extending specialized legal support for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Injuries

Specialized in addressing cases for people who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Dedicated to legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Wrongful Death

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Expert in representing persons with paralysis, offering professional legal guidance to secure redress.

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