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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re in Sidney and dealing with the tragic circumstances of a wrongful death case, Carlson Bier, a top-notch personal injury law firm based out of Illinois is an ideal partner to help you navigate this daunting journey. Armed with extensive industry experience, their highly skilled attorneys specialize in litigating wrongful death cases to ensure justice for your loved ones. Renowned for our unwavering commitment and determined advocacy, they aim infallibly at maximizing your compensation. Their empathetic approach combined with diligent investigation capabilities set them apart which bolsters their impact-driven litigation strategies providing immense value for clients during such challenging times. Embracing transparency and ethics as key pillars in delivering legal services sets Carlson Bier apart from many others while maintaining constant communication ensuring that every step taken aligns perfectly well with your interests. Rely on the renowned Carlson Bier’s acumen fortified by their profound skill-set will leave no stone unturned towards achieving desired outcomes that bring resolution on behalf of bereaved families around Sidney.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Sidney Illinois

At Carlson Bier, maximizing justice for the harmed and bereaved is our core promise. As a premier personal injury attorney group in Illinois, we understand that when an unexpected wrongful death occurs, it brings about life-altering devastation accompanied by numerous questions left unanswered. We assure you; no one should journey through such daunting times alone. Our compassionate team of lawyers functions diligently to offer relief during such challenging phases by providing comprehensive legal assistance.

Among the various types of personal injury cases we handle, wrongful death ranks as one of the most difficult due to its deep emotional undertones. A wrongful death claim arises when a person’s reckless, negligent or deliberate behavior causes another individual’s death. The purpose of these claims is not only to pursue accountability but also to help surviving family members cope with financial burdens incurred as a result of their tragic loss.

Key elements in a successful wrongful death claim are:

– Proof that the defendant’s action (or inaction) directly caused the victim’s untimely demise.

– Evidence demonstrating negligence or misconduct on part of the defendant.

– Clear demonstration that the surviving relatives have suffered measurable economic injury due to their loved one’s untimely departure.

Here at Carlson Bier, each case is meticulously analyzed and evaluated to ascertain these vital criteria accurately before proceeding with litigation process.

Navigating through tort laws surrounding wrongful deaths can be confusing owing to their complex nature and continuous evolution over time. But at our firm, we prioritize equipping you with sound knowledge so that you’re step-by-step involved through every progression in your case. Our proficient attorneys devote ample time researching recent case law precedents coupled with current statutes helping us form formidable strategies customized for every unique scenario at hand.

Significant damages recovered from successful wrongful death lawsuits may include expenses like funeral costs, medical bills prior

to decedent’s passing, lost future earnings potential and benefits along with inheritances wiped clean because of premature passing away. Additionally— though difficult to quantify objectively— damages for loss of love, companionship and consortium along with emotional distress suffered by immediate surviving family members may also be recovered.

Beyond the economic repercussions, we comprehend that the frugal vacuum created by a loved one’s departure isn’t all that your life is reduced to. On this realisation our compassionate legal representation builds upon which effectively addresses issues extending beyond pecuniary losses helping victims regain control over their life gradually amidst such unsettling times.

With daunting complexities marring your path towards justice and closure, Carlson Bier stands as an unwavering pillar of relentless support. Our experience in handling numerous wrongful death cases across Illinois positions us uniquely so we can keep you insulated from typical pitfalls mistimed advice often leads to. Rest assured knowing that our team remains dedicated to advocating fiercely on behalf of those whose lives have been irrevocably affected due to wrongful deaths caused by another party’s negligence or misconduct even if it means going toe-to-toe with powerful corporations or insurance companies.

We invite you now, at no obligation whatsoever, to discover how much your case could potentially be worth. Finding out doesn’t necessitate representation; however, understanding what’s at stake can help guide critical decisions down the road. Click on the button below to learn more about how we might assist through a seemingly insurmountable time. While navigating through these challenges might seem beyond your current reach remember you don’t necessarily have too especially if armed with knowledgeable and empathetic counsel found here at Carlson Bier—which perhaps could be your first step towards enduring relief.

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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 Sidney

Bicycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Scald Damages

Giving professional legal advice for victims of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Medical Carelessness

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Liability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, offering adept legal support to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Trip Injuries

Specialist in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking redress for their losses.

Newborn Wounds

Providing legal guidance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Collisions

Crashes: Committed to assisting sufferers of car accidents obtain fair compensation for damages and damages.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing representation for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Semi Accident

Delivering specialist legal advice for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for hurts.

Construction Accidents

Focused on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Head Traumas

Expert in ensuring expert legal support for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Injuries

Proficient in tackling cases for persons who have suffered harms from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Expert in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Death

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and adept legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to supporting individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal services to secure recovery.

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