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When dealing with the unexpected loss of a loved one due to neglect or misconduct by another, understanding your legal rights and available remedies becomes paramount. Navigating this complex field requires having the support of experienced wrongful death attorneys — that’s where Carlson Bier comes into play. With an undisputed reputation in affirming clients’ rights within Illinois, our firm remains dedicated to providing exceptional service rooted in integrity and professionalism. Our expert lawyers sharply understand the nuances characteristic to individual cases and thus strategize accordingly for best possible results. The choice for dwelling on justice shouldn’t be marred by confusion; it should involve partnering with a law firm like Carlson Bier. Known not just for theoretical knowledge but also practical acumen honed over years of passionate practice, we remain deeply committed towards delivering fair recourse against any unlawful wrongful deaths. Trust Carlson Bier – your dependable ally during distressing times when wrongs must undeniably be rendered right!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in South Jacksonville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we provide premier legal services in the area of personal injury and are dedicated towards serving our clients with utmost integrity and commitment. Located in Illinois, we aim to practice law through an unwavering dedication to justice and seek positive outcomes in instances involving wrongful death.

Wrongful death is a legal term indicating situations where a person dies as the result of negligence or misconduct from another individual or entity. It’s heartbreaking when life ends prematurely due to someone else’s negligent actions – the responsibility of such can be held legally accountable more often than not.

In understanding wrongful death better, key points need consideration:

• Wrongful death claims may arise from numerous circumstances, including but not limited to car accidents, medical malpractice, work-related injuries, defective products causing harm or accident leading to fatal outcome.

• Monetary damages awarded in these cases can help compensate for medical bills incurred prior to death; loss of financial support expected from deceased; cost associated with funerals among others..

• Significant emotional distress is rife amongst family members during such events – while no amount of money can replace lost loved ones, it helps alleviate some burdens related directly/indirectly towards occurrence.

The premise behind speaking against wrongful deaths isn’t necessarily about money – it’s about holding at-fault parties accountable for our society’s safety together. Achieving monetary compensation does bring closure for hurting families yet moreover reinforces accountability on individuals who act negligently.

Being aware and informed signifies taking a step forward against wrongdoing. It fuels our resolve at Carlson Bier – your grievance echoes within our commitment towards fighting for justice served rightfully.

Are you entrusted with proceedings after a loved one’s untimely demise? Are you considering addressing this injustice lawfully? How do these elements align with description above constitute components underlining claim filement?

Every case entails unique details: what happened; involved parties; harm extent consequent upon said occurrence etc., proofs pivotal in determining whether claim stands a chance against scrutinizing legal measures. This establishes eligibility for wrongful death claims – timed filing after event; show of negligence on defendant’s part resulting in fatality and demonstrable sample of pecuniary damage resultant upon defendant’s liability.

Our team at Carlson Bier combines experience, expertise, and empathy intricately. We leverage our knowledge skilfully curated over years to bring justice to your doorsteps as swiftly and smoothly as possible while being respectful of your emotional circumstances during the distressing times.

Going through such challenging events can be overwhelming – voicing out experiences might seem daunting yet crucially essential towards finding resolution, closure. The first step is recognizing – identifying instances where law has been breached, rights infringed upon by another’s actions causing loss of life unrightfully. This recognition brings forth hope for justice, accountability reinstated rightfully where it belongs.

Your story matters – your grievances hold significance within larger jurisprudence paradigms. Let us sit together engaging in constructive discussions bringing clarity on these complex issues thereby seeking rightful restitution assured within parameters defined under Illinois legislation.

We invite you to learn more on understanding this realm better – click ‘Calculate’ button below offering an estimation for your claim’s worth given intrinsic case details provided by you promptly setting a base towards discussions moving further into future.

From all of us here at Carlson Bier, we extend our heartfelt condolences for your loss. We wish none had to go through such trials yet when they do occur – consider reaching out to us because we are trained professionals capable of helping guide you towards reclaiming what wrongfully taken away from you deserves righteously via justice served duly encased legally. Remember: Your Justice Is Our Commitment! Don’t hesitate any longer and start exploring possibilities 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 South Jacksonville

Bike Crashes

Focused on legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or unsafe conditions.

Flame Damages

Giving skilled legal advice for patients of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Medical Negligence

Offering specialist legal support for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, extending skilled legal assistance to consumers affected by defective items.

Geriatric Abuse

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip and Slip Accidents

Adept in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking justice for their damages.

Newborn Injuries

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Crashes: Focused on supporting individuals of car accidents obtain appropriate remuneration for hurts and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Committed to providing legal support for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Trucking Accident

Ensuring adept legal support for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for hurts.

Building Site Accidents

Dedicated to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Neurological Traumas

Committed to offering professional legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

Skilled in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Incidents

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unjust Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure fairness.

Backbone Harm

Dedicated to assisting persons with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal representation to secure redress.

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