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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in providing expert legal support for Wrongful Death cases. We deeply understand the burden of losing a loved one and are committed to staunch representation of clients from Rantoul on this distressing journey toward justice. Our distinguished attorneys exhibit vast experience in Wrongful Death litigation, adeptly navigating complex laws and ensuring clients’ rights aren’t compromised. When dealing with such sensitive matters, comprehensive knowledge coupled with relentless dedication is paramount – and that’s where Carlson Bier excels above the rest.

Moreover, our enviable track record substantiates our commitment to success; having procured significant compensation for numerous bereaved families irrespective of case intricacies or hurdles faced. By choosing us, you’re not just electing representatives but rather passionate advocates necessary during times of grief.

Despite operating primarily from Illinois, we hold steadfast allegiance to serving Rantoul community members whilst strictly adhering to professional conduct rules as defined by Illinois law or otherwise implied by solicitation regulations elsewhere.

In conclusion: For reliable representation backed by unrivaled determination in your wrongful death case– make it Carlson Bier – fighting tirelessly for justice while you focus on healing.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Rantoul Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we devote our professional efforts to becoming the foremost advocates for those who have suffered unimaginable loss. As an accomplished personal injury law firm based in Illinois, wrongful death cases hold a special place in our practice. We understand that no amount of compensation can replace your loved one, but it can certainly provide some solace and alleviate financial difficulties ensuing from such tragic circumstances.

Wrongful death transpires when someone’s negligence, reckless act, or misconduct results in another person’s demise. Examples can comprise several scenarios like fatal car accidents due to drunk driving, failure to maintain safe premises leading to deadly accidents, medical malpractices causing lives lost — the list is sadly extensive.

A crucial element discerning wrongful death claims is their dependence on an underlying tort action—that is if the deceased could have pursued a personal injury claim had they survived; surviving family members or estate could seek a wrongful death lawsuit. This connection between personal injury and wrongful death claims contributes largely to Carlson Bier’s success as personal injury lawyers.

The team at Carlson Bier has found these keypoints invaluable while advancing wrongful death lawsuits:

• Identifying The Defendant: The first step towards building a strong case is determining who should be held responsible for the tragic accident.

• Proof Of Negligence: Once we identify the defendant(s), establishing that their negligence caused your loved one’s untimely passing becomes pivotal.

• Establish Financial Damages: Losses endured are not just emotional; there are often significant financial damages incurred by survivors which require ample documentation and expert testimonies for effective representation.

• Statute Of Limitations: In Illinois, most wrongful death claims must be filed within either two years of the victim’s passing or within one year from the date of discovering causes of their demise – ensuring timely litigation proves vital.

Aside from emotional pain and grief accompanying such tragedies, families usually grapple with various immediate costs like funeral expenses and more lingering impacts such as lost wages, support, and services formerly provided by the decedent. At Carlson Bier, we provide compassionate yet assertive legal representation to recover complete and fair compensation for these losses.

To accomplish this, your attorney from Carlson Bier will meticulously build a comprehensive case in pursuit of maximum damages that can encompass –

• Medical costs related to the deceased’s final illness or injury

• Funeral and burial expenses

• Loss of future earnings anticipated over the lifespan of the deceased

• Loss of benefits like medical coverage or pension plans

• Non-economic damages such as pain, suffering or loss of companionship experienced by surviving family members.

Wrongful death actions are complex, time-sensitive undertakings requiring both deep understanding and proficiency in personal injury law. With an extensive background handling challenging personal injury claims coupled with a sincere commitment to easing client distress throughout legal proceedings—Carlson Bier is suitably equipped to champion your cause effectively.

Knowing that you have reliable and experienced representation can be comforting during this trying time. Let us shoulder your legal burdens while you focus on healing along with your family. Click on the button below to find out how much your case might be worth – because while no sum can fully compensate for a loved one’s life, delivering justice they deserve brings some relief amidst an immeasurable loss.

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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 Rantoul

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or risky conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Giving expert legal support for individuals of major burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Medical Carelessness

Extending expert legal advice for patients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, supplying adept legal assistance to victims affected by defective items.

Senior Abuse

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Slip Injuries

Expert in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking redress for their injuries.

Childbirth Wounds

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Collisions

Crashes: Devoted to guiding individuals of car accidents secure appropriate settlement for damages and damages.

Motorbike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Trucking Incident

Delivering professional legal support for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for harms.

Worksite Collisions

Concentrated on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cognitive Injuries

Expert in providing compassionate legal support for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Harms

Specialized in managing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Committed to legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Impairment

Committed to advocating for victims with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal representation to secure compensation.

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