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When seeking justice for a wrongful death case in Spaulding, it is essential to engage an experienced law firm that understands the intricacies and sensitivity of such cases. It’s crucial that you choose Carlson Bier. We possess robust experience in handling wrongful death cases with professionalism and discretion. Our respected attorneys have established themselves as formidable negotiators demonstrating empathy, understanding each client’s unique situation while vigilantly fighting for their rights every step of the way. We are adept at navigating complex legal systems, our prowess propels us into achieving positive outcomes across various tragic circumstances associated with wrongful deaths due to negligence or willful conduct by other parties. Seeking intervention from Carlson Bier ensures you are opting for representation strengthened with vast knowledge and deep commitment to serve your best interests during distressing times requiring legal action on behalf of loved ones gone untimely.

At Carlson Bier dedicated lawyers stand ready to pursue diligently every compensation avenue available under Illinois Wrongful Death Act ensuring survivors can rebuild lives post-trauma without added financial burdens caused through no fault of their own.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Spaulding Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our personal injury attorneys are dedicated to helping families navigate the devastating aftermath of wrongful deaths. As personal injury lawyers based in Illinois, we bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion into handling each case uniquely. In dealing with matters as sensitive as wrongful death, it’s critical to have a clear understanding of the topic.

Wrongful death brings immeasurable pain and sadness. When such occurrences befall due to negligence or misconduct on another party’s part, the ripple effects aren’t limited to emotional distress alone but financial loss too. At these trying times, knowing your legal rights can empower you immensely.

– Wrongful Death defined: Wrongful Death is when an individual dies as a result of negligence or recklessness by another entity or person.

– The Time Restraint: Importantly, Illinois sets time limits for filing wrongful death lawsuits—commonly known as “statutes of limitations.” You typically get two years from when the decedent died to initiate a lawsuit.

– Who can sue for Wrongful Death in Illinois? Typically, family members eligible to file include spouses, parents(if the deceased was minors), adult children(suing on behalf of elderly parents).

– Compensation Types: Damages might cover lost wages if the decedent had continued working till retirement age; medical costs related directly caused by errors leading up to death; mental anguish suffered by survivors; loss of consortium(a spouse’s inability to enjoy benefits from their marriage) among others.

Carlson Bier ensures families receive their fair dues following unjust deaths through vigorous representation that leverages extensive experience and concrete results tailored successfully over the years. Dedicated team efforts ensure every aspect is meticulously handled, guiding grieving family members through often complex processes at this difficult period. We leave no stone unturned while investigating entirety circumstances ideally gathering compelling evidence pivotal towards fighting relentlessly ensuring justice serves accordingly considering intricacies characterising each unique case thus achieving desirable resolutions effectively.

A distinct commitment to fairness and justice helps families find closure and confidence in futures that might initially seem bleak. We prioritize personal attention, extending reassurances beyond legal advice alone; our aim is ensuring smooth transitions during such challenging situations. While it doesn’t replace the loved one’s absence, rightful compensation can lessen financial burdens making all the difference moving forward.

Should you experience wrongful death consequences traced back to another person’s negligence actions across Illinois state jurisdiction; rest assured Carlson Bier remains your steadfast partner doggedly championing your welfare providing not just personalized solutions but also compassionate customer service determined certainly empowering you immensely during this understandably difficult adjustment period.

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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 Spaulding

Bicycle Crashes

Proficient in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or risky conditions.

Flame Wounds

Extending skilled legal assistance for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Healthcare Negligence

Providing expert legal advice for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Liability

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering specialist legal services to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Abuse

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Stumble Accidents

Skilled in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking recovery for their damages.

Neonatal Wounds

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Crashes: Committed to guiding sufferers of car accidents receive just compensation for injuries and harm.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Truck Incident

Offering experienced legal advice for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for harms.

Construction Accidents

Engaged in advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Brain Harms

Committed to ensuring compassionate legal advice for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Injuries

Skilled in handling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Committed to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Loss

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and adept legal support to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Committed to assisting victims with vertebral damage, offering professional legal support to secure settlement.

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