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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the unfortunate demise of a loved one due to another’s negligence, finding the right legal aid can be overwhelming. Among wrongful death attorneys, Carlson Bier holds an unrivaled reputation in offering comprehensive legal expertise and steadfast dedication. While navigating these complex matters may seem daunting, our team works relentlessly to ensure justice is served for Pleasant Plains families facing such tragic situations. We prioritize your case; handling every detail with utmost sensitivity, accuracy and commitment while pursuing your full compensation rights under Illinois law. Our vast experience dealing specifically with wrongful death lawsuits translates into thorough understanding of intricate laws surrounding this area and excellent client advocacy skills necessary to successfully represent you in court if required. Utilizing detailed investigations; we build a compelling case on your behalf emphasizing accountability for negligent parties involved in causing the tragic loss. When it comes to seeking retribution during these grim times, explore why countless families across Pleasant Plains recommend Carlson Bier as their preferred option among wrongful death attorney specialists.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Pleasant Plains Illinois

At the esteemed law firm of Carlson Bier, we prioritize sensibility and empathy in dealing with a myriad of personal injury cases. Located right here in Illinois, our team comprises seasoned attorneys who specialize in Wrongful Death lawsuits. We understand that losing a loved one unexpectedly can cause deep emotional turmoil, paired with significant financial burdens as well.

Educating yourself about the nuances of Wrongful Death claims can help empower you during these unsettling times. This claim emerges when someone loses their life due to another party’s intentional or negligent actions, be it an individual or a corporation.. Handling such cases requires proficiency to ensure that justice is served while bringing the maximum possible relief for the bereaved families.

In your journey toward reparation:

• Establish Proof: The first essential step towards filing a wrongful death lawsuit involves proving beyond doubt that the defendant’s action/inaction resulted directly in your loved one’s demise.

• Determine Damages: Damages granted under this category typically include medical expenses incurred prior to death, funeral costs, loss of future income along with suffering and grief experienced by survivors.

• Statute of Limitations: In Illinois, you generally have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Do not allow time limitations negatively impact your rightful compensation.

Taking legal recourse might seem daunting during such sensitive times but being aware and proactive can bring you peace at least on this front.

Our law group prides itself on providing comprehensive services tailored to each client’s individual case, understanding its unique circumstances & approach needed. Each attorney at our Carlson Bier aims not only for victory but more importantly – just compensation that brings some relief to grieving families.

While filling out all documentation correctly becomes critical; what takes precedence is nuanced understanding of laws particular to Illinois jurisdiction – wherein our strong expertise lies – creating compelling arguments backed up by irrefutable facts beneficially tilted toward reliable results.

Undoubtedly navigating intricate labyrinth alleys of the legal world can be overwhelming , but you are not alone in this journey. Trust your suspicion, take that instinctual next step and sit with us for a consult. We can help translate these complex legal texts into comprehensible content assuring understanding on every aspect involved. You’ll be making informed decisions based on comprehensive case explanation aiming to establish an unshakeable defence.

At Carlson Bier, we don’t just speak legalese; we speak your language too!

We cannot turn back time or mend emotional heartbreaks but where legally possible, our goal is aligning justice with resultant actions leading restorative healing.

As personal injury attorneys, we dedicate ourselves to shouldering the bulk of concerns so you have one less thing to worry about – focusing instead on family and healing.

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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 Pleasant Plains

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Focused on legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Wounds

Offering adept legal support for people of serious burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Medical Malpractice

Delivering expert legal representation for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving problematic products, extending specialist legal support to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Abuse

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Stumble Accidents

Professional in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking redress for their damages.

Newborn Injuries

Offering legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Accidents: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents secure appropriate payout for harms and damages.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in providing representation for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Semi Mishap

Ensuring adept legal assistance for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for losses.

Building Crashes

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

Brain Damages

Committed to offering expert legal assistance for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Traumas

Adept at addressing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Loss

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and expert legal assistance to ensure justice.

Neural Trauma

Focused on representing persons with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal support to secure settlement.

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