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About Carlson Bier Associates

Trust, compassion, and expertise are key qualities to consider when seeking representation in the distressing event of a wrongful death. Carlson Bier embodies these principles at all times while providing unrivaled legal services. Based on extensive experience and deep understanding of Illinois state law, our team fights tirelessly to win every case that enters their care – making us your ideal choice for a Wrongful Death attorney. While we serve multiple locations throughout the region with aggressive advocacy playing a pivotal role in our approach; your satisfaction is ultimately paramount to us. Notwithstanding challenges such as laws regarding advertising set by various districts within Illinois which we responsibly adhere to; it remains our commitment to address your specific needs irrespective of location. If you’re dealing with the dire consequences following an untimely passing in Quincy or elsewhere, choose Carlson Bier – where steadfast dedication meets exceptional litigation skills creating an unbeatable combination for securing justice for victims’ families during difficult times.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Quincy Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our primary focus is on ensuring justice for those who have been wronged. Our team of personal injury attorneys specializes in the area of Wrongful Death and is committed to providing you excellent legal counsel tailored to your unique situation. Based in Illinois, we understand the complex intricacies involved and work relentlessly to help our clients navigate the unsettling space that follows a tragedy.

Losing a loved one can be devastating, more so when it’s due to someone else’s misconduct or negligence. It’s crucial to understand what wrongful death entails legally speaking – knowledge which could spare you potential hardships as you pursue your valid claims against responsible parties. A wrongful death claim generally arises when an individual dies as a direct result of another party’s carelessness or wrongdoing. Examples are in abundance, from car accidents caused by drunk drivers to fatalities due to defective products.

Here at Carlson Bier:

• We handle complicated cases with sensitivity and unparalleled attention.

• Our compassionate lawyers guide you through each step of the legal process.

• We offer exceptional representation based on decades of combined experience.

• First-class strategic advice delivered in easy-to-understand language.

Our commitment extends beyond the courtroom. We strive continuously for improvements within industries that figure prominently in wrongful death lawsuits, highlight systemic issues needing corrective measures, all aiming toward preventing future mishaps.

To further clarify Illinois’ legal landscape around wrongful death actions:

1.Ilinois law allows certain close family members (spouse or children) and sometimes personal representatives of estates- if there isn’t any immediate family -to bring about these claims aimed at covering losses such as decedent’s future earnings, loss companionship/emotional suffering amongst others that may vary depending on circumstances like existence dependents etc…

2.Statute limitation: There exists statute where timeframe within which case must initiated — typically two years from date decease occurred

3.Determination liability: This rests upon proving culpability person/(s) standard required for civil litigation lower that need criminal prosecution. Even if not criminally convicted, they could still found liable wrongful death case.

4.Compensation: Damages typically include both economic (monetary losses such as medical bills, funeral costs) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering, loss of companionship)

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe in your right to adequate compensation for the pain experienced through undue loss. Regardless of the complexities involved, we are committed to offering personalized assistance to help you fully understand how legal principles apply within your context while providing thorough information every step along the way.

Navigating the landscape of wrongful death claims can be daunting; however, having an experienced personal injury attorney from Carlson Bier by your side can make a world difference due to our deep-rooted understanding of Illinois laws guiding this particular field.

Don’t let confusion hold you back when seeking justice. If you find yourself needing guidance or have questions regarding a wrongful death claim — know that professional help is at hand at the click of a button…let us guide and assist you in asserting your rights properly. Are you eager to discover what your potential suit holds?

Embrace thoughtful assistance today. Click on the button below for an evaluation session where we estimate how much your case could potentially be worth – rest assured that with Carlson Bier, you’ll receive effective consultation tailored directly towards achieving justice through maximized compensation for your wrongful losses.

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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 Quincy

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Proficient in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Burns

Extending specialist legal advice for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Healthcare Negligence

Ensuring professional legal representation for patients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Obligation

Handling cases involving unsafe products, providing adept legal guidance to individuals affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Neglect

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

Stumble and Slip Mishaps

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking justice for their damages.

Neonatal Damages

Providing legal guidance for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Incidents: Dedicated to guiding individuals of car accidents secure just payout for harms and impairment.

Scooter Incidents

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

18-Wheeler Accident

Providing professional legal advice for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for hurts.

Building Site Crashes

Committed to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Head Traumas

Expert in providing dedicated legal advice for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Adept at dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Unfair Passing

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and adept legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Harm

Expert in advocating for patients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal representation to secure settlement.

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