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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with the tragic aftermath of a wrongful death, it is crucial to engage an experienced attorney who understands the nuances of Illinois law. At Carlson Bier, we offer our clients compassionate representation and robust legal support in order to recover fair damages for their loss. Our expertise extends beyond average personal injury claims; we focus on complex wrongful death cases as well. With years of experience fighting for justice in Olympia Fields and surrounding areas, our attorneys have honed unmatched negotiation skills that consistently yield substantial settlements. Entrusting your case to us guarantees access to a dedicated team committed not only to securing rightful compensation but also providing solace during such difficult times by offering informed legal guidance and emotional support throughout the process. Remember, nothing replaces competent representation when seeking redress after losing a loved one due unauthorized negligence or misconduct; choosing Carlson Bier enhances your prospects of receiving full indemnity promptly while honoring the memory of your lost loved one conscientiously

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Olympia Fields Illinois

Carlson Bier is a leading personal injury law firm in Illinois, providing expert legal help and compassionate service to those dealing with the tragic aftermath of wrongful death. We understand that during these trying times, navigating through complex legalities can be an overwhelming experience. That’s why our dedicated team provides comprehensive support to ensure your rights are well represented.

Wrongful Death refers to situations where someone is fatally injured due to the negligent, reckless or intentional actions of others. More than just a loss of life, it includes pain and suffering experienced before death, lost future earnings and financial contribution, medical expenses incurred before death, funeral costs, as well as emotional distress suffered by the surviving family members. Furthermore:

• Surviving immediate family members could file a wrongful death claim.

• The time limit for filing such claims varies based on individual circumstances.

• Damages awarded depend heavily on factors like age and earning potential of deceased person among others.

At Carlson Bier, we believe in guiding you through this process every step of the way. Our proficient attorneys have extensive knowledge about complexities related to Wrongful Death cases. They combine professional expertise with empathetic understanding when handling these sensitive matters.

Our approach is holistic; from painstakingly gathering crucial evidence that establishes liability to effectively negotiating a fair settlement or ardently advocating for you in court if necessary – we bring together commitment and competence for your cause.

We also strive to make the whole process easier for clients from start to finish:

– We serve not only major metropolitan areas but suburban areas too without contravening laws restricting promotional advertisements indicating physical offices at locations where none exist.

– As per Illinois State Law guidelines regarding attorney-client privilege communications remain confidential between us ensuring privacy protection.

– Our attorneys work on contingency basis – meaning our fees are tied directly to successful resolution rather it’s a winning verdict or favorable settlements thus ensuring value-based representation always.

The first step towards obtaining justice starts here with Carlton Bier. Understanding the value of your case paves the way towards achieving fair compensation. Allow our dedicated team to provide you an insight into what just compensation in your particular circumstance looks like by clicking on the button below. It isn’t about merely pursuing legal recourse, it’s about securing a future where you can focus on healing from this traumatic experience while we alleviate the financial stress through diligent representation.

At Carlson Bier, we strive not only for positive outcomes but also acquaint you with information that demystifies Legal jargons and processes, relieving some of your burdens. As seasoned practitioners in personal injury law involving wrongful deaths, our clienteles’ best interest is always forefront in our minds as we tenaciously strive for justice.

Join hands with us today; find out how much your case is worth without any delay. Stringent timelines apply to filing a Wrongful death lawsuit so take decisive action during this critical time period. Click on the button below and embark on the path towards justice and recompense. With Carlson Bier’s expert guidance on your side, feel reassured that you are not alone in seeking justice for wrongs inflicted upon innocent lives.

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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 Olympia Fields

Bicycle Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Providing specialist legal advice for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Clinical Malpractice

Delivering professional legal assistance for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Fault

Managing cases involving dangerous products, offering adept legal guidance to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Aged Mistreatment

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Stumble Accidents

Skilled in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Newborn Wounds

Supplying legal support for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Crashes: Committed to supporting patients of car accidents receive equitable compensation for damages and losses.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Specializing in providing legal advice for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Big Rig Incident

Providing experienced legal services for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for injuries.

Worksite Crashes

Focused on representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Head Impairments

Committed to offering dedicated legal advice for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Proficient in managing cases for people who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Dedicated to legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unfair Death

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and professional legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Harm

Specializing in supporting persons with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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