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About Carlson Bier Associates

The legal realm is fraught with complexities; navigating through a wrongful death suit only amplifies this intricacy. At Carlson Bier, we understand the emotional toll inherent in such situations and are relentless in our mission to foster hope amidst despair. Our uniquely experienced team of attorneys offers an unrivaled degree of involvement, understanding that each client’s circumstance calls for tailored solutions, not cookie-cutter answers. With a keen focus on Wrongful Death cases within Northlake city, we delve into every possible angle ensuring justice is pursued relentlessly while empathizing with you during your tough times. With many successful settlements under our belt over years serving Illinois residents, professional excellence coupled with genuine compassion – makes us stand out from other law firms around town and even across the state borders! As for making decisions about legal representation concerning matters as imperative as wrongly-based death cases? Choose Carlson Bier – where unmatched expertise meets unwavering support bringing light at the end of which might seem like a drearily long tunnel right now.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Northlake Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier – your tried-and-tested personal injury attorneys in Illinois. We focus on providing our clients superior representation, counsel and advocacy in the unfortunate instance of wrongful death cases. Wrongful death refers to a legal claim that holds an individual or entity liable for causing someone’s untimely demise due to negligence or intentional harm. The devoted team at Carlson Bier has been serving victims’ families with compassionate yet relentless legal assistance during their most painful times.

In understanding wrongful death further, key aspects need attention:

• The claim is made by immediate family members rendered survivors after the deceased.

• It can be filed due to car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, hazardous products, and more.

• Typically, compensation covers funeral expenses, lost wages of the deceased, loss of consortium/companionship.

At Carlson Bier we strive hard to investigate every aspect meticulously while handling wrongful death suits; our goal is getting appropriate justice for your loved ones and maximum reparations for you – the financial impact should not add insult to such a massive emotional injury.

Securing competent legal advice immediately post a wrongful death incident presents several benefits:

– Protection against insurance companies looking out for their best interests

– Accessing expert investigation into the cause of the accident

– Focus on grieving without worrying about legal deadlines or paperwork

Contrary to general misconception, engaging an attorney does not always imply heading straightaway towards court trials. In fact,

– Many cases get justifiably resolved through negotiation

– We aim at reducing stress by managing all interactions with opposing parties

Wrongful deaths inflict profound pain – these losses are unplanned and shocking. Holding wrongdoers accountable oftentimes helps survivors securing some closure gradually over time while rendering valuable contributions in helping others avoid similar fate.

Our Illinois-based firm also values transparency above everything else. Therefore, you must know what differentiates us from other personal injury lawyers:

∙ Reputed for our diligent groundwork, we visit accident scenes, secure crucial evidence and conduct a comprehensive analysis to solidify your claim.

∙ Our vast knowledge of Illinois laws helps us devise winning strategies in line with local statutes and customs.

We pursue justice passionately so that you can focus on healing. You are not alone – contact Carlson Bier today. If wrongful death has unfairly deprived you of a loved one, don’t hesitate – explore our services further by clicking the button below to understand better how much your case is worth. Assert your rights; let’s ensure that justice prevails.

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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 Northlake

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Injuries

Providing adept legal advice for people of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Medical Malpractice

Offering dedicated legal support for persons affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving problematic products, extending skilled legal services to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Neglect

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Stumble Accidents

Skilled in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking redress for their losses.

Childbirth Traumas

Offering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Incidents

Mishaps: Committed to supporting clients of car accidents obtain equitable settlement for damages and damages.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Committed to providing representation for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

18-Wheeler Accident

Extending specialist legal support for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for hurts.

Construction Site Mishaps

Dedicated to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Committed to extending expert legal support for victims suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Expertise in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Expert in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unjust Passing

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and adept legal services to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Damage

Focused on assisting victims with paralysis, offering expert legal support to secure compensation.

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