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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you require a wrongful death attorney, choosing Carlson Bier is your best consideration. As seasoned legal professionals operating out of Illinois, we are dedicated to serving the citizens of Oquawka and its surrounding areas. Our primary focus revolves around handling cases that involve wrongful death claims. We have earned an enviable reputation for our relentless pursuit for justice in all matters regarding personal injury law, specifically in instances where families suffer from the untimely loss of their loved ones due to negligence or intentional harm. What sets us apart from others is our meticulous approach towards every case and dedication to obtaining the maximum compensation possible for our clients – money can never replace a lost life but it can certainly help ease financial burdens during such troubling times.Wrongful Death cases demand attorneys like those at Carlson Bier who deeply understand Illinois law and possess extensive experience navigating through this emotionally charged territory with professionalism and dedication.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Oquawka Illinois

Welcome to the digital platform of Carlson Bier, your trusted personal injury law firm based in Illinois. We bring time-bound legal solutions and relentless advocacy for those engulfed by personal tragedies, specifically Wrongful Death cases. If you or someone you care about has suffered immensely due to negligence leading to wrongful death, our dedicated attorneys stand alongside you.

Wrongful Death is an intensely crucial subject under Illinois Law which necessitates meticulous comprehension. It refers to a tragedy where loss of life occurs due to deliberate violence, careless disregard for safety, or gross negligence on part of another individual, making them legally liable. Be it medically induced malpractice or even vehicular accidents; various scenarios can be categorized into Wrongful Deaths.

We’ve highlighted meticulously key facts about Wrongful Death:

• The State’s Statute of Limitations imposes a two-year window for these claim types.

• Only immediate family (surviving spouse/children) have the right to request compensation.

• Economic damages (salaries lost), non-economic damages(like pain and suffering), and punitive damages may be pursued.

• A proven track record demonstrates that experienced representation amplifies awarded settlements.

Our aggressive team at Carlson Bier successfully navigates complex legal frameworks intrinsic in wrongful death suits. Our strategized approach includes understanding the intricacies surrounding each case and consequently hatch masterplan litigation strategies that uphold your best interests over everything else.

One viable reason why many choose us as their consultants lies precisely in how well we comprehend this complexity─ transcending jargon-filled laws into simple actionable steps creating pathways towards substantial justice served. Our professional commitment extends beyond offering mere consultation services – our attorneys shoulder responsibilities holistically so that while you focus on healing emotionally from tragic losses, we grapple with enforcing your rights financially.

Moreover, remember retaining vast experience renders supreme importance when it comes down selecting suitable legal counsel—while numerous nuances line this area within personal injury law: there’s no cause greater than possessing hands-on legal experience. Our attorneys, seasoned in the field, have repeatedly demonstrated their capability securing the best possible resolution for distraught families throughout Illinois an undeniable proof of our unwavering dedication towards serving this community.

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe that no one should endure additional sufferings due to another person’s oversight or negligence. The very essence of our work here lies entrenched within this guiding principle—fluidly ensuring rightful compensation reaches families burdened by the untimely loss of a beloved member while resolutely chasing justice till its fulfillment. With us at your side, seeking justice is paced on accelerated tracks state limits notwithstanding or complexities jamming your way through.

Steadfast assistance coupled with progressive advocacy is what we promise you—a faith strengthened through years serving as a bastion counsel and constructive support conduit operating in Illinois’ legal landscape. Therefore, entrusting us with handling your case will shine a ray of hope amidst dense despair period seeped in personal losses -an assurance rooted unrest, waveringly held upon empathy’s strong pillars fortified by professional yet personalized assistance delivered timely—because at Carlson Bier nothing takes precedence over restoring your peace.

Henceforth making an aware decision about future proceedings gives quintessential relevance prompting early action enlistment—the ideal method focused against circumventing any potential setback might surface along this tumultuous journey reinforcing justice achievement final settlement success.

We cordially invite you to explore more about Wrongful Death cases by clicking on the button below—an avenue priming insights into how much your case potentially could be worth adding significant value to its degree unclaimed rightfully yours! Take that bold step now; let Carlson Bier guide you through turbulent times reshaping them into strength fuelled rebound platforms because sometimes…it’s not just about winning—it’s a lot more and beyond!

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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 Oquawka

Pedal Cycle Accidents

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

Flame Injuries

Giving skilled legal help for patients of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Clinical Incompetence

Ensuring expert legal services for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Responsibility

Managing cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal support to individuals affected by harmful products.

Aged Abuse

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

Trip & Trip Mishaps

Skilled in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking justice for their injuries.

Newborn Harms

Delivering legal support for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Mishaps: Focused on helping victims of car accidents receive just payout for wounds and harm.

Motorbike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal support for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Trucking Accident

Providing specialist legal support for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for hurts.

Worksite Accidents

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Focused on delivering expert legal support for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

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

Foot-traveler Incidents

Specializing in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Loss

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and adept legal support to ensure justice.

Backbone Trauma

Committed to defending individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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