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If tragedy strikes and you also find yourself facing the harsh reality of wrongful death, Carlson Bier stands ready to serve as your trusted legal ally in Sandwich, Illinois. Our experienced attorneys understand how devastating these incidents can be, causing not only emotional turmoil but financial hardship as well. Harnessing this expertise, we tirelessly advocate on behalf of our clients – ensuring that they secure the compensation they rightfully deserve for their immense loss. Renowned for our meticulous approach to investigation and claims management, Carlson Bier excels at establishing culpability in wrongful death cases; a crucial factor towards achieving winning results for clients. We dedicate ourselves fully to each client’s unique circumstances while guiding them through every step of this challenging legal process with dignity and respect. Choosing Carlson Bier means prioritizing professionalism paired with heartfelt empathy -A choice invaluable during such trying times. Trust us while going through this tough path; remember: At Carlson Bier, justice is not just a goal – it’s our solemn promise.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Sandwich Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the depth of grief and loss that comes with the unexpected loss of a loved one due to wrongful death. Specializing in personal injury law throughout Illinois, our team of compassionate attorneys brings both legal expertise and dedicated support amidst this overwhelming chapter in your life. We fervently believe that comprehensive understanding fosters powerful decisions – decisions capable of evoking justice, closure, and financial relief. Let’s delve into what wrongful death entails.

• What is Wrongful Death? Wrongful death is when someone dies due to the negligence or misconduct of another individual or entity. This could range from car accidents caused by reckless drivers to fatal complications resulting from medical malpractices.

• Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim? In Illinois, the deceased person’s spouse, children, parents or siblings typically file such claims; if these individuals do not exist or are unavailable for any reason, other close family members may be considered to pursue remuneration.

Understanding legalities surrounding accountability in wrongful death can be intricate. At Carlson Bier, we are committed to helping you navigate this labyrinth with clarity and precision:

• Determining Liability: To successfully argue a wrongful death claim within an Illinois court, it must be proven beyond reasonable doubt that a duty of care was indeed owed by the defendant towards your loved one; later breached leading directly to their untimely demise.

• Understanding Damages: Economic damages compensate for quantifiable economic contributions lost (e.g., future wages), while non-economic damages cover more subjective losses (like emotional anguish subsequent the death). Punitive damages may also apply where particularly egregious conduct on behalf of defendants is apparent.

Our seasoned attorneys at Carlson Bier take every facet into consideration contours around your unique circumstances creating highly personalized strategies granting highest possible compensation under Illinois Law without losing sight of empathetic client service being integral part how we operate:

• Expertise in Legal Procedure: Our professional prowess encompasses complete familiarity with decision making processing timeframes expected during different phases of litigation.

• Empathetic Client Service: We anchor each client interaction on understanding, respect and genuine empathy. Your emotional wellbeing is as important to us as your legal success.

Our proven methodology revolves around exacting exploration of your wrongful death case’s unique details, aggressive advocacy within courtrooms and strategic negotiations with insurance companies:

• Detail-Oriented Case Evaluation: Our first step involves meticulous examination of every contributing factor leading to your loved one’s untimely demise ensuring no stone unturned in fight for justice.

• Aggressive In-Court Advocacy: Implementing comprehensive research and passionately argued reasoning, we present strongest cases possible before Illinois courts.

• Strategic Insurance Negotiation: Unscrupulous insurance providers can employ myriad tactics seeking to minimize payouts; we work tirelessly against such practices securing full entitled compensations you rightfully deserve.

There is nothing that can truly compensate for the loss of a loved one. However, rightful compensation from a wrongful death claim ensures financial stability, allowing grieving families to focus on healing. At Carlson Bier, our dedication extends beyond guiding those impacted by wrongful injury through legal complexities; ultimately we strive for resilience regain within their lives after experiencing tragic loss. With an impressive track record combined with unparalleled compassion and personalized attention for every client – you won’t be just another file number at Carlson Bier.

Piecing life back together following a tragic loss is incredibly challenging. Our sincere wish at Carlson Bier remains minimizing uncertainty surrounding your legal future while restoring peace wherever possible throughout this arduous journey towards state-sanctioned justice prevailing over grief. To find out more about our compassionate yet hard-hitting approach and how it could benefit you during these pressing times – click on the button below to discover what your case could possibly be worth under Illinois Law…because no amount can ever replace a loved one but justice—and thereby closure—can certainly represent an important part of the healing process. Remember, although Carlson Bier is not located in Sandwich, we stand steadfastly behind residents throughout Illinois every step of your way.

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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 Sandwich

Cycling Incidents

Dedicated to legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Providing skilled legal services for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Physician Carelessness

Ensuring specialist legal representation for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Taking on cases involving defective products, providing adept legal support to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Trip Incidents

Expert in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their suffering.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal support for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Accidents: Dedicated to assisting patients of car accidents secure appropriate payout for damages and losses.

Motorcycle Crashes

Committed to providing legal support for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

18-Wheeler Accident

Delivering specialist legal services for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for hurts.

Construction Mishaps

Focused on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Cerebral Harms

Expert in providing professional legal services for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in managing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Focused on legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Death

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and skilled legal support to ensure restitution.

Neural Trauma

Expert in representing victims with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal representation to secure settlement.

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