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When faced with the tragedy of wrongful death in Piper City, Carlson Bier can provide unparalleled legal advocacy. Their team of highly experienced attorneys specializes in handling wrongful death lawsuits with unsurpassed compassion and professionalism. Accustomed to guiding families through their darkest hours, this valuable resource offers tenacious representation to those looking for justice. Wrongful deaths can occur due to a myriad of circumstances including negligence or intentional harm and it is crucial that your chosen attorney understands all its nuances. With Carlson Bier, clients get a listening ear alongside shrewd legal strategy planning from seasoned professionals well-versed in Illinois state law regarding wrongful deaths—a true beacon amidst such distressing times. Choosing an advocate from Carlson Bier means gaining access not just to top-notch legal defense but also empathetic counsel—one that strives tirelessly towards seeking compensation where it is rightly deserved while lending essential support throughout your journey toward legal resolution and closure.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Piper City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our primary mission is to balance the scales and make certain that justice served in every personal injury case we handle. We particularly specialize in representing clients who have unfortunately experienced wrongful death cases within their families. This area of law pertains directly to instances where an individual’s demise has been precipitated by another person’s negligence or intentional act.

Professionally trained and highly experienced, our legal experts grasp the intricacies of Wrongful Death claims. Here’s what you need to know: these lawsuits can be brought forward by immediate family members, life partners, financial dependents, putative spouses or anyone who suffers financially as a result of the victim’s death – it doesn’t necessarily have to be a blood relation.

There are distinct aspects considered in determining damages for Wrongful Death:

• Monetary Contributions – How much did the deceased contribute financially? This accounts for loss compensation.

• Loss of Companionship – How has the emotional support system been disrupted due to the death?

• Emotional Suffering – Can psychological distress suffered be proven?

• Punitive Damages – Were there egregious circumstances involved in causing the fatality?

These clearly represent complex proceedings requiring thorough comprehension and diligent preparation – some may perceive them intimidating but not us at Carlson Bier! We steadfastly advocate on your behalf while navigating this emotionally taxing journey towards achieving rightful resolution.

The Illinois Survival Act also plays a role. It permits estate administrators or any lawsuit initiators related to the decease — an “executor” if named within a will; an “administrator” if no such directive exists — to recover damages suffered from time between accident/unlawful event and actual death occurrence (e.g., pain/suffering endured during time leading up-to passing). However — careful discernment required here!

We don’t just read about these laws; we’ve lived through their application countless times helping people like you achieve fair treatment under horrid circumstances. Our legal prowess combined with empathetic approach fosters harmonic client collaboration and sua sponte discovery/sharing of relevant lawsuit information.

Illinois Statute of Limitations necessitates that a wrongful death claim be filed within two years of the date of passing. If this has ravaged your family, please act swiftly; lackadaisically adopting delay could bar future potential for seeking deserved reparative compensation.

At Carlson Bier, we comprehend deeply ingrained emotional toll these tragedies inflict – we stand resiliently by your side providing compassionate decisive representation aligning with finest law practice ethics and familial regard.

Please remember: we base our fees solely on contingency basis — you don’t pay until Solutions are delivered and Restitution is secured! We work this way because it’s satisfying helping folks knowing they’re not financially stressed in addition to wrestling their pre-existing upheaval.

Navigating life’s most stormy seas, you need a sturdy anchor—look no further than Carlson Bier championing enlightened guidance for all Wrongful Death claims related quagmire resolution. Be confident knowing when grappling these disputed issues, seasoned professional assistance stalwartly supports you right here!

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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 Piper City

Cycling Crashes

Specializing in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Providing professional legal advice for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Medical Incompetence

Offering professional legal representation for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Handling cases involving dangerous products, supplying skilled legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Mistreatment

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

Fall and Trip Mishaps

Expert in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking justice for their injuries.

Newborn Injuries

Offering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Devoted to supporting victims of car accidents obtain reasonable remuneration for harms and impairment.

Bike Accidents

Committed to providing legal services for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Extending adept legal advice for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for harms.

Worksite Crashes

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

Brain Impairments

Expert in providing compassionate legal advice for patients suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Specialized in handling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Committed to legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Loss

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and expert legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Backbone Impairment

Dedicated to defending clients with paralysis, offering dedicated legal representation to secure settlement.

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