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In the painful aftermath of a wrongful death, securing strong legal representation is crucial. The law team at Carlson Bier stands as an exceptional choice in such times of need. With deep expertise in Illinois state laws, they steadfastly represent bereaved families striving for justice and financial compensation related to their devastating loss. Wrongful death cases are intricate due to their multifaceted nature, requiring legal finesse drawn from years of varied experiences; this is where Carlson Bier shines brightly. They extensively review every detail, navigating through complex legislation with strategic precision ensuring maximum claim recovery on your behalf. Throw into equation the compassionate approach they use while providing counsel – and it becomes evident why many seeking recompense choose them over others around Round Lake area. Remember, choosing Carlson Bier means aligning with tenacious advocates who work relentlessly toward achieving closure and justice for you during these heart-rending times – making them a trusted legal ally when grappling with matters as significant and sensitive as wrongful death claims.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Round Lake Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to protecting the rights of clients who have suffered an unexpected loss due to negligence or carelessness of others. With our depth of experience in handling personal injury cases in Illinois, we specialize in dealing meticulously with wrongful death suits and extend empathetic support during a time which can be extremely challenging emotionally for you and your family.

Wrongful death claims arise when a person’s life is prematurely taken due to another’s negligent behavior. These tragedies often leave families reeling, not just from grief but also from unexpected financial burdens like medical bills and funeral costs. If someone else’s negligence caused the untimely demise, it’s essential to know that legal options exist for holding the wrongdoer responsible.

In essence, wrongful death seeks justice for those left behind. It’s about seeking compensation for quantifiable damages such as lost wages the deceased would have provided and intangible ones such as pain and suffering. However, these cases typically involve complex matters of law.

• The claim must be filed by a representative on behalf of surviving dependents or beneficiaries; this person is typically a spouse, parent or child.

• The accident should have been caused due to misconduct – either through negligence or deliberate harmful intent.

• Survivors are required to detail clear economic damage resulting from the incident as part of their suit.

No matter how overwhelming things may seem at this sensitive moment rest assured Carlson Bier will provide steadfast legal representation advocating for your best interests.

So how does one go about proving wrongful death? There needs to be demonstrable proof that:

• The defendant had a duty of care towards the victim

• This duty was breached by an act (or failure to act) of negligence

• None could see it coming: “The event leading up-to-the-fatal outcome” was unforeseeable”

Navigating these complexities necessitates professional expertise – something we’ve honed through extensive litigation experience over the years at Carlson Bier. Our goal is to bring justice where it’s due and provide our clients with a sense of closure that helps them move forward.

We empathize that losing a loved one is an uphill battle – both emotionally and financially. As your representative, we’ll aggressively advocate for you to ensure maximum compensation, covering:

• Medical expenses prior to death

• Funeral costs and burial expenses

• Lost income or inheritance due to premature death

• Pain & suffering endured by surviving family members

• Loss of companionship and financial support

At Carlson Bier, we want you to focus on healing while we shoulder the complex legal burdens associated with wrongful death cases.

Remember, every case is as unique as the individual it represents; hence no two damages will be exactly alike. This why we follow a patient approach detailing every aspect ensuring none gets overlooked during trial or negotiation. Navigate this difficult time knowing full well you have staunch advocates in your corner fighting tirelessly so justice prevails.

Wading through such tough times may seem insurmountable but understand that there are laws dedicated towards protecting parties affected wrongfully under such circumstances. Having handled countless personal injury lawsuits throughout Illinois, our team of seasoned litigators is suitably furnished with knowledge, compassion and zeal that’s necessary when dealing with such sensitive matters.

Trust us at Carlson Bier when we say your cause matters deeply to us. We firmly believe in helping survivors receive fair compensation for their losses by making sure at-fault parties are held accountable. Nothing changes loss but rightful compensation can help soften immediate hardships and contribute towards securing long-term financial stability for those left behind.

Our commitment extends beyond advocacy in a courtroom; it is about letting survivors know they aren’t alone facing repercussions of someone else’s negligence. Lighting your path ahead after an unforeseen tragedy isn’t easy but together we can make strides towards facilitating peace through justice served righteously.

Don’t let obscurity blur your path to justice. Curious about what your case could be worth? Take that first step today by clicking on the button below. While nothing can truly compensate for a lost loved one, we at Carlson Bier will ensure you’re not bereft of truth and rightful compensation. The journey towards justice starts with understanding – begin yours today.

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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 Round Lake

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Flame Wounds

Extending expert legal help for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Healthcare Negligence

Offering specialist legal representation for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Handling cases involving faulty products, offering adept legal services to victims affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Abuse

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Stumble Incidents

Professional in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking restitution for their damages.

Birth Harms

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Incidents: Dedicated to supporting sufferers of car accidents gain reasonable settlement for hurts and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Focused on providing legal support for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Trucking Mishap

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for hurts.

Construction Collisions

Committed to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Neurological Impairments

Specializing in ensuring compassionate legal advice for persons suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in tackling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unjust Death

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

Spine Injury

Dedicated to representing clients with paralysis, offering compassionate legal support to secure justice.

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