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If you or a loved one has tragically become the victim of wrongful death in Palos Park, trust Carlson Bier to be your uncompromising legal advocate in this challenging time. Experienced and highly skilled, our attorneys are specialized angst handling intricate facets of Wrongful Death cases. We provide compassion when dealing with your personal loss but ruthlessly fight for justice on every client’s behalf. Striving for excellent case results is not just an aspiration; it’s the cornerstone of everything we do at Carlson Bier. Our understanding and proficiency are second-to-none as we navigate through these demanding claims while embodying Illinois’ ethos for justice and fairness; indeed, achieving satisfactory outcomes is our utmost priority. Trust us to continually exhibit steadfast commitment throughout the proceedings drawing on vast knowledge obtained from numerous prior successful litigations that place us as leaders within the industry over other firms – making Carlson Bier, without a doubt, your best consideration when seeking a Wrongful Death attorney poised to uphold your cause with unmatched zealousness.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Palos Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the emotional and material impact that a wrongful death event can inflict upon families. As a professional personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, our dedication is to steer you through this troubled time with comprehensive legal support. While no degree of financial compensation can make up for the loss of a loved one, it’s crucial not only for justice to be served but also ensure that surviving dependants are not left in economic hardship.

Wrongful death pertains to situations where an individual dies as a result of another party’s negligence or intentional action. This could involve accidents at work, medical malpractice, automobile accidents or defective products, among others.

• Proving Negligence: In any wrongful death case, establishing negligence is critical. It must be shown that the opposing party failed to exercise reasonable care and that this failure directly led to the death.

• Damages: These represent intangible losses suffered by survivors like pain and suffering besides economic damages like medical expenses and funeral costs.

• Statute of Limitations: Wrongful death claims must be filed within specific time stipulations (generally two years in Illinois), from the date of passing.

The legal landscape surrounding wrongful death cases is complex and requires expertise which Carlson Bier brings onboard. Our team has fought for justice in hundreds of such cases across Illinois; their vast reservoir of experience ensures our clients receive justly deserved compensation.

An integral component in wrongful deaths suits involves calculating monetary damages which contain various factors.

• Losses Incurred: Economic damage encompasses all costs associated with the decedent’s final illness or injury including medical bills and funeral expenses.

• Future Earnings: The victim’s prospective income along with benefits they would have contributed had they survived form part of recoverable damages.

• Non-economic Damages: Emotional trauma experienced by relatives due to sudden demise can entitle them to non-economic damages under certain circumstances.

It’s essential to remember that Illinois law stipulates different rights and legal constitutional boundaries for wrongful death victims. Navigating these laws can often seem labyrinthic, but with Carlson Bier on your side, you do not need to worry. We have/employ intelligent, intricate legal strategies mastered through years of successful litigation ensuring the best possible result.

Carlson Bier’s deep-seated commitment to securing justice and compensation for surviving loved ones empowers us to stand apart in our profession. Our meticulous attention to detail combined with rigorous research lends dexterity when advocating for you before insurance companies or even taking the matter all the way to court if necessary.

The aftermath of losing a dear one is undeniably tough – emotions run high while financial issues weigh heavy as well. But remember – you’re not alone in this fight; Carlson Bier is there every step of the way alleviating some burdens off your shoulders during this difficult period.

At Carlson Bier, we put ourselves into our client’s shoes understanding their trauma thus fueling our relentless pursuit for justice. While each case is unique requiring bespoke approach, count on us being thorough with every detail leaving no stone unturned until maximum restitution is procured on your behalf – because YOU deserve it!

Whether seeking closure or ensuring economic stability amidst calamity, investing trust in experienced attorneys like us at Carlson Bier guarantees that you’re handled professionally from start till end. Mediating wrongful death cases isn’t just about having knowledge about the laws- equally vital is possessing compassion for families forced on an emotional roller-coaster ride coupled with financial stressors. That’s exactly what this firm believes – fusing knowledge and empathy providing excellent service along the journey…

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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 Palos Park

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Extending adept legal advice for individuals of major burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Clinical Misconduct

Ensuring specialist legal support for victims affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Obligation

Managing cases involving unsafe products, providing professional legal services to consumers affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Abuse

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Fall Occurrences

Adept in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking compensation for their harm.

Infant Harms

Extending legal help for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Accidents

Collisions: Dedicated to helping victims of car accidents obtain reasonable settlement for wounds and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on providing representation for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

18-Wheeler Crash

Providing professional legal representation for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for hurts.

Building Site Mishaps

Concentrated on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Brain Injuries

Expert in extending professional legal assistance for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Adept at tackling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Focused on legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Fatality

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and skilled legal representation to ensure fairness.

Backbone Damage

Expert in assisting individuals with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure compensation.

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