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About Carlson Bier Associates

When confronted with the tragedy of a wrongful death, finding competent legal representation becomes vital. Carlson Bier, a distinguished law firm in Illinois renowned for its outstanding services in personal injury cases, is prepared to fight relentlessly for your rightful compensation. An esteemed group of attorneys forms the core of this powerhouse, their expertise focused on litigating and winning wrongful death suits. Noted throughout Palmyra as an empathetic ally during difficult times, Carlson Bier’s track record reinforces their dedication to achieve justice for grieving families. Their formidable approach rooted in comprehensive investigations guarantees maximized claims recovery while seeking accountability from those responsible. Carlson Bier believes every claim requires diligence and attention to detail which instills trust among clients whose lives have been irreparably impacted by these tragic events.Currently accepting new wrongful death cases from individuals or families within Palmyra – they offer toll-free phone consultations where prospective clients can discuss details confidentially without leaving their homes.Carlson Bier represents strength when it’s needed most — entrust them with your case today!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Palmyra Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the depth of despair and emotional turmoil that follows when a loved one is lost due to another’s actions or negligence. As experienced personal injury attorneys, based in Illinois, we specialize in representing clients who have unfortunately suffered from Wrongful Death circumstances. Understanding your rights and legal options during this challenging time could make a significant difference to you and your family’s future.

Wrongful death is defined as an unlawful killing which warrants a civil lawsuit by surviving members seeking restitution for damages inflicted by the negligent party. The cases can emerge from various situations such as medical malpractice, car accidents, occupational accidents among others. Navigate this complex landscape requires a comprehensive understanding of Illinois law combined with careful consideration of your unique circumstances, something that our seasoned lawyers at Carlson Bier are exceptionally skilled at.

Key points to consider about Wrongful Death litigation include:

– A wrongful death claim must be filed by a personal representative on behalf of the deceased estate.

– Claims demand compensation for pecuniary injuries resulting from the untimely demise including loss of companionship and benefits.

– The statute of limitations stipulates that most claims must typically be lodged within two years following the incident.

Understanding these particulars often necessitate professional guidance which our dedicated team at Carlson Bier will be ready to provide effectively.

We are compelled not only by professional duty but also by heartfelt sympathies to walk with you on this uphill path towards finding some semblance of justice. Our approach includes meticulously building your case while consistently updating you regarding its progress every step of the way. Embedded within every strategy we employ is our indomitable determination to secure outstanding results for our clients: clear resolutions aimed toward compensating for sorrow; intense grief; and deafening silence left behind once laughter subsides through monetary settlement or winning trials.

In maintaining strict adherence to CPC Rule 7.4-i claiming specialization in any particular field without being certified hand-in-hand with Illinois State Bar Association, we emphasize that our main practice area is personal injury law. We equally declare proudly having the competences to help you immensely navigating your Wrongful Death lawsuit towards an optimized outcome.

Being in such pain due to someone else’s negligence can be utterly overwhelming. Indeed, nothing could ever truly compensate for loss experienced following a loved one’s wrongful death by replacing intense sadness and emptiness with happiness once more. However, bringing the responsible parties accountable might impart a sense of justice and potentially safeguard others from suffering similar fates in future.

Exploring legal action amidst mourning may seem daunting yet consider this:

Postponing decisive actions beyond stipulated deadlines allows at-fault parties evade accepting responsibilities hence deny you just compensation possibly alleviating financial burdens brought about by the devastating occurrence which rippled through your life leaving it changed forever.

Committed to helping you understand rights available under Illinois’ complex laws concerning wrongful deaths, including potential compensations entailed within these cases; Carlson Bier entirely devotes their passion for justice to reinstating some degree of normalcy into lives shattered prematurely by staggering sorrow besieging them unexpectedly.

To further establish how much your case could potentially yield in terms of compensation click on the button below; our Case Value Calculator will assist determining possible settlement or verdict amount bearing importance on taking next steps geared toward pursuing justice for your beloved lost through such a tragic manner. Remember prompt action initiates healing while upholding their honor as echoes of life resonate continuously positively affecting all who knew and loved them dearly.

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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 Palmyra

Cycling Incidents

Proficient in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Scald Burns

Supplying expert legal assistance for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Physician Malpractice

Ensuring dedicated legal support for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving defective products, providing adept legal help to customers affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Stumble Accidents

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Harms

Delivering legal aid for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Collisions: Committed to helping individuals of car accidents secure equitable payout for damages and damages.

Bike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal advice for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Semi Incident

Offering professional legal advice for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Building Site Mishaps

Dedicated to assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in delivering dedicated legal advice for victims suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Proficient in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered harms from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Loss

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and adept legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Specializing in representing individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal guidance to secure recovery.

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