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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the tragic prospect of a wrongful death situation, Shorewood residents can turn to Carlson Bier for expert legal assistance. Our professional attorney group, highly specialized in personal injury and wrongful death cases, commands impressive experience spanning decades. We understand that this is a difficult time for you and your family; you deserve compassionate guidance as well as aggressive representation. The wrongful death attorneys at Carlson Bier work tirelessly to hold responsible parties accountable while seeking appropriate compensation on behalf of our clients’ suffering due to fatal accidents or negligent acts. We aim to alleviate your overwhelming burden by advocating proficiently for just compensation from all liable sources that would cover funeral expenses, lost earnings, medical bills, pain and suffering among others. Choosing us marks the beginning of the journey towards justice – we ensure every case receives personalized attention it deserves while relying on deep-rooted experience within Illinois jurisdiction boundaries. Trust Carlson Bier: we are committed advocates ready to support Shorewood families through challenging times with unparalleled dedication and efficacy.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Shorewood Illinois

Welcome to the Carlson Bier Law Group, your premier choice for personal injury attorneys in Illinois. As highly proficient professionals dealing with Wrongful Death cases, our commitment lies unequivocally in fierce advocacy and personalized attention for you – our revered client.

Wrongful death is a heartbreaking ordeal — an abrupt tragedy that leaves loved ones grappling with unexpected loss and bewilderment. Under Illinois law, wrongful death refers to fatalities resulting from someone else’s negligence or reckless conduct. It becomes incumbent on us as your legal counsel to explore every detail meticulously while underscoring the importance of compassion during such mournful circumstances.

Unraveling the complexities of a wrongful death suit can be daunting. We at Carlson Bier have devoted ourselves to easing this burden by breaking down key components:

● Negligence: The surviving members must prove that the fatality was consequent of reckless or negligent behavior.

● Breach of duty: Did the defendant owe a duty to the decedent? Identifying ‘duty’ differs based on circumstances and relationship between parties.

● Causation: Demonstrating that this breach resulted directly in the untimely demise.

● Damages: Quantifiable effects like hospitalization costs, funeral & burial costs, pain/suffering/mental agony before decedent’s passing are claimable under damages.

While adverse emotional toll is inevitable when you lose a loved one due to misconduct, financial implications can compound these challenges drastically. Fortunately, financial redress can help cushion some burdens related to such catastrophic events:

Medical bills incurred prior to demise

Funerals and memorial service costs

Loss of income potential caused by untimely decrease

Pain suffered by decedent prior their passing

Illinois laws recognize claims made by appointed estate executors for pecuniary losses experienced due to premature exit of life—including grief and loss consortium—and impending aspects demanding immediate action posthumously—like filing tax returns orexecuting the will.

Carlson Bier utilizes a comprehensive process ensuring timely action and precise filing of all documents consistent with legal precedents, offering invaluable support during an indescribably challenging time. Our goal is to leverage our vast experience so that your loved one’s untimely demise does not derail the financial stability or future prospects for those left behind.

We understand you may have several questions about wrongful death cases: What is my case worth? How long can I wait before commencing a wrongful death suit? Who qualifies to be a beneficiary in such lawsuits? Please rest assured, our team of compassionate professionals aims at guiding you through every step answering these crucial queries in your journey towards justice.

Our track-record attests to how we stand by victims, advocating doggedly on their behalf while seeking appropriate compensation. In addition to relentless advocacy from investigation stage till court negotiations & trials end; meeting ethical guidelines set forth by Illinois laws –specifically not falsely claiming presence where we don’t exist physically– is high priority.

Navigating labyrinthine legal precincts requires more than resolving monetary matters – it means helping families find closure while illuminating paths moving away from darkness unfurled by loss. At Carlson Bier, we pledge just this—unyielding dedication to bring light into lives distraught by gloom that accidental demise spawns.

You deserve some reprieve amidst tragic circumstances disembarking unpredicted devastation emotionally and financially alike. Understanding the potential value of your case might just offer that balm under bleak times.Please click below—it’s simple and confidential—to discern what you could potentially redeem if represented by us professionally competent yet empathetic humans promoting unwavering commitment towards truth and justice at Carlson Bier Law Group.

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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 Shorewood

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Proficient in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Burn Traumas

Offering professional legal support for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Clinical Misconduct

Ensuring professional legal assistance for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Fault

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, delivering specialist legal services to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Malpractice

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

Tumble & Fall Mishaps

Adept in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking compensation for their injuries.

Neonatal Harms

Supplying legal assistance for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Committed to assisting individuals of car accidents gain appropriate recompense for harms and impairment.

Scooter Crashes

Expert in providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Trucking Mishap

Ensuring expert legal assistance for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for hurts.

Construction Site Accidents

Engaged in supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Head Injuries

Committed to extending dedicated legal assistance for persons suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Wounds

Proficient in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Undeserved Passing

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and experienced legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Harm

Dedicated to assisting patients with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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