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About Carlson Bier Associates

In an unfortunate situation where a loved one falls victim to wrongful death in Rankin, you need a compassionate yet aggressive legal advocate. Enter Carlson Bier – renowned for championing wrongful death claims with tenacity and unparalleled experience in Illinois. We understand the intricate nuances of such cases, providing our expertise to secure the most equitable outcomes for our clients during their direst moments. Trust us to navigate you through these trying times; we diligently strive to hold responsible parties accountable while seeking maximum compensation on your behalf, ensuring ample financial support as you grieve. At Carlson Bier, it’s not just about winning lawsuits; it’s about providing closure and justice – because every life matters. Our reputation within Illinois speaks of our commitment to excellence in personal injury law practice spanning decades; local familiarity complements our national acclaim ideally. Partner with Carlson Bier today and get robust representation from attorneys who do more than just deliver legal jargon – they fight fervently for justice served righteously when dealing with tragic wrongful deaths.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Rankin Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in providing comprehensive legal services to families and individuals dealing with the unexpected loss of a loved one caused by negligence. This tragic event often referred to as wrongful death, can leave families bereaved, confused and financially burdened.

Wrongful death cases are complex and defined under Illinois law similar to personal injury suits but differ in that they arise from events leading directly to the demise of an individual. The key elements necessary for establishing liability in wrongful death cases include:

• Proving the defendant owed a duty of care towards vested party

• Establishing there was a breach of said duty of care

• Demonstrating that this breach directly led to the person’s death

• Revealing quantifiable damage due to the deceased’s absence

As your personal injury lawyer, we at Carlson Bier break down these notions into manageable information and guide you through each step of this process.

Navigating through complex legal terms while grieving is no easy feat – that’s where our expertise comes into play. Our dedicated team will meticulously evaluate your case and potential claims tied specifically around the details surrounding his or her untimely passing. Such possible claims could range from lost wages if the decedent was a primary income earner, emotional suffering experienced by close family members or dependents (also known as “loss of consortium”), funeral expenses, plus any potential medical bills accrued prior to death.

It’s invaluable knowing what sort of action needs taking when dealing with such adverse circumstances; so having legal representation on your side whenever facing off against insurance companies or corporations proves extremely useful throughout negotiations.

Rest assured that we embody professionalism coupled with compassion. At Carlson Bier, we understand how difficult it is for you during this time – hence we offer not just our legal prowess but also an empathic mindset while dealing with sensitive emotions involved in these cases.

Each wrongfully injured life tells its own tale; therefore meticulously shaping litigation strategy personalized to the narrative of your loved one ensures optimal satisfaction. Carlson Bier pledges unwavering commitment towards playing a solid advisory role in the pursuit for justice.

Please be aware, as per the statute of limitation in Illinois, wrongful death suits must be filed within two years from the moment the cause was discovered or should have been discovered through reasonable diligence. This law emphasizes the crucial aspect of promptly seeking legal advice when faced with circumstances revolving around questionable deaths due to negligence.

Equipped with knowledge and clarity about wrongful death suits that Carlson Bier can provide you, we ardently believe this action can offer some semblance of closure whilst contributing to bringing those accountable into light – thereby prevented similar situations from recurring.

By choosing our esteemed team at Carlson Bier, you are essentially striking upon proficient assistance readily available for explaining various aspects related to these highly specialized cases – always working diligently in your best interest.

Being acknowledged for providing value and serving clients dealing with distressing circumstances such as wrongful deaths is what motivates us at Carlson Bier. Our commitment transcends beyond legal litigations; it embodies our will power driving us each day inward carving meaningful relationships steered by empathy, understanding without ever compromising on professionalism and integrity.

You don’t have to navigate this harrowing journey alone. Feel free to use any resource provided on our website that gives solace while facing adversity – we’re here not just as lawyers but also as compassionate individuals who genuinely want what’s best for their clients.

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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 Rankin

Bike Mishaps

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

Fire Traumas

Giving expert legal advice for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Healthcare Carelessness

Providing experienced legal services for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Liability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Malpractice

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

Trip and Slip Occurrences

Skilled in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking recovery for their losses.

Infant Traumas

Extending legal assistance for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Car Crashes

Crashes: Focused on assisting clients of car accidents get fair compensation for wounds and harm.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Focused on providing representation for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

18-Wheeler Collision

Offering professional legal services for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for hurts.

Building Site Crashes

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Neurological Damages

Expert in extending dedicated legal assistance for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in tackling cases for victims who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Committed to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unfair Demise

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and professional legal support to ensure fairness.

Backbone Trauma

Expert in advocating for victims with paralysis, offering professional legal services to secure settlement.

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