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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the aftermath of a wrongful death, finding representation that you can trust is paramount. Contact Carlson Bier for compassionate and trustworthy legal support. With specific expertise in wrongful death cases, our dedicated team will uphold your interests and navigate this tough period with you as we strive to obtain fair compensation for your loss. Despite physical boundaries, Orland Park residents have regularly entrusted their hopes to our expert counsel at Carlson Bier because we prioritize client relationships over geographical locations; thus ensuring a consistent line of communication throughout the duration of each case – near or far. Prized among law firms across Illinois due to our commitment towards preserving justice for victims’ families affected by wrongful death incidents, we promise meticulous attention every step along on this arduous journey forward after losing a loved one untimely. If you seek diligent representation from experienced attorneys versed in Illinois laws concerning Wrongful Death scenarios – remember: Carlson Bier stands ready today to champion your cause tirelessly until justice prevails.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Orland Park Illinois

Welcome to the Carlson Bier experience – an eminent personal injury attorney group, built on fortitude and dedicated service. We specialize in representing clients dealing with traumatic experiences resulting from circumstances beyond their control, more specifically in cases concerning Wrongful Death. Our mission is to bring justice for victims and their families by holding negligent parties accountable for irreplaceable loss or harm caused.

Wrongful Death represents a branch of personal injury law where legal expertise is required in helping family members seek reparations for the untimely death of a loved one which has been triggered by another’s oversight or intentional conduct. It’s crucial to remember that our civil system cannot mend emotional wounds nor bring back lost ones – but what it can do is give you a platform to exercise your rights for fair compensation aiding you through financial hardships linked with your loss.

These may predominantly include:

• Reimbursement for burial and funeral expenses

• Compensation for lost wages that the deceased would have earned had they lived

• Damages pertaining to pain and suffering experienced by surviving family members

• Settlements related to medical costs incurred priori to the death

At Carlson Bier, each case receives individual attention, tenacious yet considerate representation making sure all aspects are thoroughly examined. This ethos partnered with our wealth of experience allows us an upper hand when navigating the complex channels of Illinois law ensuring that your case reaches its right conclusion.

As we endeavour through illustrating the complexities enclosed within a wrongful death lawsuit, it becomes evident how vital knowledge of specific state laws plays into effect. In Illinois, there exists a particular deadlines – called “Statutes Of Limitations” under which one must file a wrongful death claim.

Key factors worth noting here:

• The Statute begins running from date of death

• Typically this period extends upto two years after relatives became aware (or should have become aware)

Working within these guidelines coupled alongside various other formalities make Wrongful Death lawsuits demanding both emotionally and intellectually. This is where Carlson Bier steps in employing our resources, knowledge and battle-tested strategies to bear upon your case ensuring we optimally advocate for you throughout the litigation process.

Engineering a legal strategy focused around your circumstances stands at the core of how we operate here at Carlson Bier. Collaborative efforts offer us an insight into one’s needs, providing us with wholesome perspective necessary to ensure every stone is unturned towards maximum reparation.

While we take pride in holding strong offices across the State of Illinois with certified personal injury attorneys available round the clock – it becomes paramount noting that we don’t boast offices located in Orland Park. Despite this, no distance outstretch our commitment regardless of where they hail from within Illinois boundaries as our dedication supersedes geographical barriers.

We invite you on this journey alongside us. As you traverse through perhaps some of life’s worst possible tragedies known to mankind, remember that hope still exists at horizon – nonetheless, even mere hope does not come without action being involved. This first step might just be as simple as a click away towards uncovering proposition concerning legal recourse obtainable under your particular set of circumstances.

At this juncture, reach out to us by clicking on button below seeking advice from our experienced Wrongful death lawyers bothering free consultation – let’s collaborate actions committed empowering protection against Wrongful deaths together; ultimately aiming for closure – personally and legally- to help start your healing process effectively! Click now and learn how much value lies behind your case – It’s time Justice was served!

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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 Orland Park

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Fire Wounds

Providing skilled legal help for patients of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Hospital Misconduct

Ensuring expert legal support for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Liability

Addressing cases involving faulty products, supplying specialist legal support to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Malpractice

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Fall Mishaps

Skilled in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking redress for their losses.

Childbirth Damages

Supplying legal guidance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on helping victims of car accidents secure appropriate remuneration for wounds and harm.

Motorbike Collisions

Focused on providing legal support for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

18-Wheeler Accident

Offering professional legal assistance for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Building Site Accidents

Committed to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Brain Harms

Expert in providing professional legal representation for patients suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Proficient in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Passing

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and experienced legal support to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Focused on assisting patients with paralysis, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure compensation.

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