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In the midst of devastating loss, it’s paramount to have reliable legal representation. Wrongful death cases require an exemplary level of expertise and sensitivity that only a competent attorney can provide. At Carlson Bier, we offer adept resources and genuine empathy with each case in Peru city; ensuring you’re not alone during this distressing time.

We understand the catastrophic impact of losing a loved one resulting from negligence or reckless behavior; hence our dedication to relentlessly pursue justice on your behalf is unwavering. As prominent wrongful death attorneys, we meticulously investigate every facet of your claim, applying optimal strategies for maximum compensation.

Choosing Carlson Bier means selecting relentless advocates who aren’t afraid to confront formidable opposition if it avails clients their deserved restitution. We uphold transparency in relaying all pertinent details concerning your case – guiding you through each step toward achieving closure and rightful recompense.

While no amount could ever replace lost lives, seeking justice mitigates financial strains ensuing from sudden deaths significantly. Let us relieve more burdens off your shoulders while confronting injustice head-on as powerful voices speaking for those silenced too soon – at Carlson Bier – where compassion meets vindication!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Peru Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in advocating for those who have been subjected to the life-altering circumstances surrounding wrongful death cases. Based in Illinois, our distinguished team of personal injury lawyers work tirelessly to ensure that justice is served and victims’ families receive the compensation they deserve. Emphasizing clarity, transparency, and understanding through each step of your case process is one of the many aspects that set us apart.

Wrongful death can have a profound impact on a family’s financial security and emotional well-being. This allegedly occurs when an individual’s death arises from another party’s negligence or misconduct. A wrongful death claim—centered around legal principles distinctively governed by state law—is designed to assist surviving members with various forms of associated damages.

• Irreplaceable loss of services: A person wasn’t just a financial provider; they might have taken care of important needs at home such as childcare, cleaning, cooking etc.

• Loss of expected earnings: Income that the deceased would have earned had their life not been prematurely ended is recoverable under this category.

• Funeral costs: Any expenses related to burial could be recovered subject to certain limits.

• Medical expenses: Costs incurred due to treatment before the wrongful death occurred can also be claimed.

Understanding these aspects helps you grasp how diverse the range of possible damages encapsulated within a wrongful death suit can become. It underscores why it becomes vital for plaintiffs navigating this emotionally draining ordeal to seek expert representation from dedicated advocates like our experienced personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier.

We believe in standing up for those left behind after such tragedies. By providing strategic guidance rooted in substantive knowledge about Illinois laws governing wrongful deaths, we can navigate complex legal jargon often involved with these cases on your behalf. As part of our commitment towards efficient problem-solving, we invest exhaustive efforts into unraveling unique intricacies specific to your individual situation ensuring optimal outcomes anchored in delivering maximum potential value.

Furthermore, as we represent families affected by wrongful deaths, we remain sensitive to your emotional state, aware that dealing with legal proceedings can often exacerbate an already anxious time. To this end, our approach transpires under the principles of compassion and understanding—underlining how empathy becomes just as crucial as technical proficiency.

At Carlson Bier, we recognize that every case is unique concerning its circumstances and subsequent impact on those involved. Our goal is thus not only to ensure you attain a successful litigation outcome but also to help secure a better future over the long run by successfully addressing immediate financial burdens related to loss of income, funeral costs among other expenses.

Discover ways in which our proficient team at Carlson Bier could facilitate tailored solutions specifically targeted towards helping you tide through these trying times. Get insight into options available for pursuing a fair compensation claim—one balancing financial aspects alongside highlighting recognition for your pain and sorrows—but only after we’ve fully evaluated all elements involved within your individual case’s unique context.

Each client entrusting their case to us does so knowing they’re being represented by someone who isn’t merely doing their job but cherishes every opportunity to bring about justice and relief. Are you curious about what leverage we could provide concerning possible expected claim value? Invite yourself to click the button below. Determine realistic estimates regarding potential awards from successful suits—we’re ready when you are!

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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 Peru

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Fire Traumas

Supplying specialist legal services for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Healthcare Carelessness

Extending expert legal representation for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Liability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, delivering expert legal support to customers affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip & Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking justice for their suffering.

Newborn Damages

Providing legal assistance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Car Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to supporting clients of car accidents gain equitable recompense for harms and damages.

Bike Incidents

Committed to providing representation for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Semi Mishap

Providing experienced legal representation for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for injuries.

Building Collisions

Engaged in supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Head Damages

Dedicated to ensuring expert legal advice for persons suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Incidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and experienced legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Trauma

Focused on assisting persons with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure settlement.

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