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When faced with the unimaginable heartbreak of a wrongful death, you need someone to stand by your side. Carlson Bier, an established law firm known for its dedication and defense in personal injury cases across Illinois and beyond, brings compassion coupled with fierce representation to ensure justice is served. Our experienced attorneys focus on Wrongful Death litigation, employing their vast knowledge and legal acuity to fight for maximum compensation for affected families during these tragic times. Our profound understanding of state laws ensures we aptly navigate each unique case territory where the tragedy occurred, including Pittsburg. Without suggesting physical presence or practice out of Pittsville per se; we extend our unparalleled services wherever required within adherence norms stipulated by Illinois jurisdictional guidelines incorporated into our operation ethics foundation that strictly forbids any deceptively misleading advertisements. Building trust through transparency denotes Carlson Bier’s regulatory mantra while preserving our commitment towards families seeking closure amidst grief-stricken situations caused due to another’s negligence proves vital in shaping distinctive reputation scores etching us as premier wrongful death lawyers choice nationwide secure in recommending us when life leaves no alternative but lawsuit pursuit.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Pittsburg Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your loyal and reliable personal injury attorney group based in the state of Illinois. We are experts in personal injury law, with a prominent focus on providing insightful details about wrongful death cases. Our mission is to educate you about critical legal facets, imparting substantial value while distinctly simplifying the complex terms of law.

Wrongful death encompasses situations where a person’s passing results from another party’s negligence or intentional harm. The degree of neglect varies; it could be due to inadequate maintenance of premises resulting in fatal accidents or medical practitioners failing professionally, leading to fatal outcomes. These occurrences can cause an upheaval that is both emotional and financial for those directly affected.

As we unravel this complicated subject known as wrongful death, various key points warrant your attention:

• Grounds for Complaint: A wrongful death claim can only move forward if you have evidence indicating that the decedent’s demise resulted from someone else’s negligent actions or intent to harm.

• Claimants: Immediate family members like spouses and children usually file claims; however, under specific circumstances, distant relatives or life partners might be eligible too.

• Statute of Limitations: Wrongful death lawsuits must be filed within two years of the date when the fatality occurred. Failing this may forfeit your right to legal recourse.

• Damages Available: Compensation can cover funeral expenses, hospital bills prior to the person’s death plus loss of earnings and consortium.

With us at Carlson Bier firm by your side, rest assured knowing that we will stop at nothing in seeking justice for your loved one wrongfully taken away from you. As established practitioner lawyers positioned prominently within Illinois’ thriving justice network, we fully appreciate the region’s unique legal quirks intimately tied into its cultural fabric.

Upon entrusting us with a wrongful death case assignment related personally to you – our attorneys painstakingly investigate every detail surrounding each incident involved. Simultaneously, they blend their findings with their knowledge acquired from handling similar cases to create unique strategies that aim at winning the best possible outcome.

Your trust in us is paramount, and we validate it by being transparent about everything throughout your case’s progress. We keep you updated comprehensively, guiding you on necessary steps regarding what actions are best to take next. Also, if discussed terms appear complicated or unfamiliar – our team of vibrant attorneys will be right there explaining them in simplified terminologies.

At Carlson Bier personal injury attorney group, we understand that every individual and situation is unique. Hence, our approach towards each legal battle mirrors this sentiment profoundly. Bearing this thought at heart; we tirelessly work alongside you navigating through tumultuous legal waters as we push for justice together.

Navigating the complexities of wrongful death claims generates dozens of queries instantly, especially when grieving a loved one’s loss. Consequently, our dedicated lawyers meticulously address each question put forth as they walk with you via allowance laws of Illinois authorities.

We know how painful losing a loved one can truly be – which is why support should not merely end legally but extend emotionally too. At Carlson Bier Law Firm, empathy goes hand-in-hand with professionalism – because your peace matters the most in an already bruised condition.

After all, law is meant to advocate for rights and bring justice where justice is deserved – principles serving as bedrock upon how Carlson Bier operates relentlessly and passionately.

As you get ready to embark on your quest for rightful justice for your loved ones wrongfully departed – questions related to potential compensation might cross your mind ceaselessly causing anxiety spikes premised on uncertainty. With every resource geared towards finally uncovering those details clouded by ambiguity haunting during restless nights – we invite you ardently today: pick up courage and reach out by clicking on the button below while keeping fear away. Let Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys illuminate the worthiness prevalence within your case perceptibly painted vividly.

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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 Pittsburg

Cycling Collisions

Focused on legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Offering skilled legal advice for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Physician Incompetence

Offering specialist legal services for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Fault

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, providing professional legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Aged Abuse

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Slip Injuries

Adept in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking redress for their losses.

Birth Harms

Supplying legal aid for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Crashes: Focused on supporting sufferers of car accidents obtain reasonable payout for harms and destruction.

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal advice for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Big Rig Accident

Offering specialist legal assistance for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for hurts.

Construction Site Crashes

Engaged in supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cerebral Traumas

Focused on providing compassionate legal services for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Harms

Expertise in handling cases for people who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and experienced legal services to ensure restitution.

Neural Damage

Expert in supporting persons with backbone trauma, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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