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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the devastating loss of a loved one due to negligence or wrongdoing, it’s crucial to seek sound legal help and representation. In these challenging times, Carlson Bier stands as your reliable ally in pursuing justice for wrongful death cases. Focused on delivering personalized attention and outcome-driven strategies to clients across Ringwood, we have built our reputation as top-tier wrongful death attorneys throughout Illinois by leading with empathy and assertiveness. With our extensive experience navigating this intricate area of law, we demonstrate an unmatched dedication towards securing the maximum amount compensation permissible under state law for clients grappling with unprecedented grief and economic uncertainty caused by untimely losses. Our commitment extends beyond providing counsel—we aim to be your compassionate partner through every step of your journey towards justice. If you are searching for skillful advocacy rooted in respect during such trying circumstances within Ringwood’s jurisdiction, consider having a consultation with Carlson Bier—the logical choice when seeking trusted stance against wrongful death.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Ringwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a dedicated team of Personal Injury Attorneys based in Illinois. Our professional expertise extends to wrongful death cases; an area known for its complex and intricate nature demands the precision, empathy, and tenacity that our highly skilled advocates readily offer.

Wrongful Death civil actions can secure the financial future for grieving family members left behind when their loved one’s demise stems from negligence or misconduct. Here are principal aspects to understand:

• Wrongful Death Lawsuit – A legal action that seeks compensation for damages suffered as a result of another individual’s negligence. This could be due to malicious intent, carelessness or unlawful activities.

• Monetary Damages – Two primary categories appear under this umbrella. Compensatory damages directly counterbalance the expenses incurred (medical bills) and economic hardships endured loss of earnings, funeral costs). Moreover, non-economic damages signify intangible losses such as pain and suffering due to psychological impact.

• The statute of limitations – In Illinois, claimants typically have two years from the date of fatality to launch a Wrongful Death lawsuit. Exemptions do exist so it is prudent to consult with a legal advisor promptly after losing your loved one.

Carlson Bier has deep-rooted understanding of these sensitive scenarios together with robust advocacy skills yielding potent strategies within courtrooms or during settlement negotiations. In carrying out investigations decorously and meticulously determining potential compensations avenues; we bring forth decades worth experience combined accumulated knowledge regarding personal injury law.

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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 Ringwood

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Thermal Burns

Offering expert legal assistance for patients of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Healthcare Negligence

Offering experienced legal services for clients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Responsibility

Addressing cases involving problematic products, delivering expert legal help to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Malpractice

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Stumble Injuries

Skilled in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking justice for their damages.

Neonatal Harms

Extending legal help for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Focused on supporting patients of car accidents secure fair settlement for wounds and destruction.

Motorcycle Incidents

Focused on providing legal assistance for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Truck Incident

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for damages.

Construction Site Incidents

Concentrated on defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cognitive Damages

Committed to extending compassionate legal support for patients suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unfair Loss

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and expert legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spine Impairment

Specializing in supporting victims with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal support to secure redress.

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