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In the face of unexpected loss due to wrongful death, families in Rochelle often need much more than sympathies – they require a steadfast ally who can guide them through complex legal territories. Providing such guidance is where Carlson Bier excels. As acclaimed attorneys specializing in wrongful death cases, they have the expertise to handle these delicate situations with precision and sensitivity. Their meticulous approach toward each case ensures you obtain justice and adequate compensation for your loss. Be it medical malpractice or any other form of negligence that caused undue suffering to your loved one; Carlson Bier shall stand by you relentlessly, advocating for your rights every step of the way until rightful settlement occurs. They fully comprehend the emotional weight carried by victims’ families while addressing their concerns regarding legal aspects with utmost respect and dignity during this grievous period. Undeniably, Carlson Bier provides an exceptional level of commitment unique among personal injury law firms around Illinois—proving themselves as a prime choice when considering representation in wrongful death cases.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Rochelle Illinois

At Carlson Bier we understand the profound shock that occurs when a loved one is lost due to wrongful death. Our dedicated team, situated in Illinois, specializes in personal injury law and has a deep commitment to supporting families through these harrowing times. We utilize our legal expertise and compassionate approach to fight for justice on behalf of those facing the grave consequences of wrongful death cases.

Wrongful death arises when an individual’s demise is caused by negligence or misconduct of another party. It could occur as a result of various circumstances including medical malpractice, car accidents, work-related incidents or faulty products amongst others. These horrific incidents leave families not only navigating grief but also complex legal issues related to liability and compensation.

• Understanding Who Can File a Claim: In Illinois law, wrongful death claims can typically be filed by immediate family members which include spouses, children (including adopted), and parents if the deceased is minor-aged.

• Comprehending Damages Recoverable: Often overlooked yet essential aspects of recovery involve damages such as loss of companionship & society, mental suffering and financial support among other things.

• Getting Familiar with The Statute of Limitations: Don’t let your case be defeated by time limits; in most instances under Illinois law you are required file within two years from the date of death.

We believe that it’s crucial for anyone dealing with these tragic situations to have proper understanding about their rights under personal injury law so they can make informed decisions based on their specific circumstances.

Carlson Bier draws upon decades worth experience in dealing with serious personal injury cases including wrongful deaths providing clients stalwart representations designed to secure maximum available compensation. Every detail matters in this type litigation – from meticulous gathering evidence like police reports autopsy findings witness testimonies expert opinions uncovering all possible sources liability enhance your fight for justice full monetary recoveries expected funeral expenses ongoing therapy sessions future earning potentials more

While monetary compensation doesn’t bring back your loved one it can ease financial burdens resulting from their untimely passing. Our team, right here in Illinois, is made up of dedicated professionals who work tirelessly on your behalf to ensure compass justice is delivered.

Let our expertise be your guide as you navigate through this challenging process. We’re committed to providing a comprehensive support system that gives much needed peace of mind allowing families time space heal without additional stresses legal proceedings weighing down upon them.

Should you require assistance with personal injury law or a wrongful death claim in Illinois, consider the professional services offered by Carlson Bier. Let us bear the strain of the intricate legal procedure while you focus on remembering and honoring your loved one’s life.

Each case has unique intricacies that define its value. Click on the button below to find out just how much your case could possibly be worth. Remember though, true justice isn’t merely about monetary recompense; it’s also about holding those responsible accountable for their actions turning an unfortunate end into hope new beginnings.

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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 Rochelle

Cycling Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Extending specialist legal services for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Physician Carelessness

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Accountability

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, delivering specialist legal assistance to victims affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Malpractice

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

Tumble & Slip Accidents

Professional in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking justice for their damages.

Infant Injuries

Providing legal support for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Incidents: Devoted to assisting clients of car accidents secure reasonable compensation for injuries and damages.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Expert in providing legal assistance for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Truck Mishap

Providing experienced legal advice for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for injuries.

Building Site Crashes

Committed to advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Focused on extending professional legal services for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in tackling cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Specializing in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and experienced legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Backbone Injury

Dedicated to representing victims with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal support to secure compensation.

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