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When a loved one’s life is tragically cut short by the negligence or misconduct of another, you need an advisor who understands both your pain and the complexities of Illinois wrongful death law. In these times of anguish, seeking just compensation may seem secondary to mourning, but it is an indispensable journey for closure and future security. Carlson Bier stands firmly as a leading advocate in wrongful death cases across North Barrington – providing assertive yet compassionate legal counsel steeped in years of successful resolutions. Being immersed deeply in personal injury litigation has sculpted our proficiency to unearth evidence, build compelling narratives, negotiate persistently with insurance companies and litigate robustly in court if necessary. Choose Carlson Bier because we preserve your interests while letting you focus on healing; our representation marries strategic aggression with steadfast support. When it feels like hope has disappeared with your loved one’s unjust departure let Carlson Bier spearhead your fight towards justice and peace.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in North Barrington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we embody the ideal of a dedicated personal injury law firm, based right here in Illinois. We are committed to serving individuals who have suffered personal losses due to the negligence or wrongful actions of others. Our expertise spans all aspects of personal injury law but this particular content focuses our spotlight on matters relating to Wrongful Death – an area that often necessitates expert legal representation.

In essence, wrongful death claims revolve around circumstances where misconduct, negligence, or a deliberate action leads to someone’s untimely demise. Victims’ families bear not only emotional trauma but also financial burdens that arise from loss of income and funeral-related expenses. To mitigate these stresses and seek reparation against the responsible party, dependents can file for damages under Wrongful Death laws.

• The underlying logic behind wrongful death suits is accountability: those at fault must face consequences.

• Monetary compensation won in such cases might alleviate financial strains confronted by victims’ families.

• Wrongful Death claims can encompass various domains including medical malpractice, vehicular accidents, occupational hazards leading to fatal injuries among others.

Our proficient attorneys at Carlson Bier understand the complexity and sensitivity associated with handling wrongful death litigation processes and stakes involved therein – one misstep could mean missing out on rightful reparations. Henceforth, our approach orchestrates detailed investigations with formidable negotiation strategies ensuring clients receive just compensation while amplifying their chances for favorable outcomes.

With every case presenting unique challenges and intricacies attached to the specifics following significant loss events; it’s essential clients understand every aspect linked with pursuing such claims:

• One primary requisition involves demonstrating that someone else’s breach of duty caused a loved one’s passing.

• Furthermore, proving that beneficiaries incurred quantifiable damages due to this happening is crucial.

• The Statute of Limitations presents another hurdle; delayed action might permanently bar prospects for fighting justice.

Given these prerequisites mentioned above- Contracting professional counsel becomes paramount in maneuvering through the legal labyrinth to gain rightful compensation for your immense loss. The adept attorneys at Carlson Bier ensure no stone unturned in their quest for best possible outcomes, protecting clients’ interests fiercely.

Nevertheless, emphasizing empathy toward grieving families we undertake any necessary path; filing lawsuits, negotiating with insurance firms or tactfully tackling court litigation. Our firm recognizes that while nothing can truly compensate a loved one’s life taken away prematurely and unjustly; pursuing justice provides a form of closure to victims’ families and holds the responsible party accountable.

We are here to guide you step by step in this daunting process so you don’t have to navigate it alone. After all, grief leaves little energy for courtroom battles: let us bear those burdens. We advocate fiercely on your behalf as we appreciate emotional reparations are just as important as financial ones in wrongful death cases.

With our decades-long pedigree in personal injury law and our specialization in Wrongful Death matters within Illinois jurisdiction – We stand resolute in our commitment bolstered by tenacity, comprehensive knowledge bank and empathetic approach making Forward strides towards achieving Maximum reparation possible from actionable claims.

Why choose us?

• Our firm’s celebrated proficiency with personal injury matters punctuates utilization of extensive resources ensuring client comes out on top.

• State-of-the-art technology is deployed to support investigations delivering seamless service.

• Strategic partnerships across professional domains help construct fortified case frameworks

• Holistic strategies considering dimensions beyond pure legal perspectives enabling long term relief planning for familial support and related expenses

At Carlson Bier believe every individual’s circumstances preside its uniqueness. Henceforth detailed comprehension about your specific case scenario from an accomplished attorney becomes critical — Let us provide that advantage!

In light of above elaboration, remember – Time is not always on your side given pressing statutory limitation confines surrounding Wrongful Death claims within Illinois jurisdiction. To evaluate how much your rightful claim could be worth act against delay! Don’t hesitate – seize the initiative. Click on the button below for a comprehensive case review from Carlson Bier, your trusted Personal Injury attorney group based in Illinois. With us, rest secure knowing your rightful interests shall find it’s relentless champion.

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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 North Barrington

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Focused on legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Burn Damages

Offering skilled legal assistance for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Physician Carelessness

Offering expert legal assistance for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Fault

Taking on cases involving problematic products, extending specialist legal help to clients affected by harmful products.

Aged Abuse

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Slip Incidents

Specialist in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking recovery for their injuries.

Newborn Harms

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Collisions

Mishaps: Dedicated to assisting patients of car accidents gain equitable compensation for harms and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Committed to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Big Rig Mishap

Providing experienced legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for injuries.

Worksite Crashes

Engaged in assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Neurological Injuries

Dedicated to delivering specialized legal assistance for patients suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Injuries

Skilled in tackling cases for people who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Expert in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Death

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal assistance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Harm

Committed to advocating for individuals with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure settlement.

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