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When faced with the devastating aftermath of a wrongful death, it is crucial to employ accomplished legal representation. Carlson Bier has spent years specializing in this complex area of personal injury law. Recognized across Illinois for their comprehensive understanding and successful handling of such sensitive cases, our legal team offers unrivaled expertise and dedication that result in optimal case outcomes. We help grieving families seek reparation for punitive damages, unanticipated funeral expenses, lost financial support and more. Aggressively advocating on your behalf during what we understand to be an emotionally charged time, the desire to achieve justice fuels our commitment at Carlson Bier. Our renowned knowledge extends beyond state regulations; we have mastered the specific minutiae surrounding Spring Grove’s local jurisprudence system too – a key distinction paramount for effective representation before their courtrooms. Let us fight ceaselessly to secure rightful compensation while you find solace knowing your best interest those primarily served by our counsel throughout every stage- remember Carlson Bier: when only success will suffice.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Spring Grove Illinois

Carlson Bier is a prominent law firm based in Illinois, specializing in personal injury cases and offering expert guidance in instances of wrongful death. As diligent advocates for your rights, we strive to provide significant value to our clients through comprehensive information about critical legal issues pertaining directly to their unique situations.

When it comes to wrongful death claims, the basis lies in the premise that someone’s negligence or intentional act caused someone else’s untimely passing. This encompasses various scenarios, such as automobile accidents caused due to reckless driving, medical malpractice where healthcare professionals fail their duty of care towards patients resulting in fatal consequences, workplace mishaps where employers neglect necessary safety measures leading tragically to an employee’s demise, and several more realms.

Understanding key aspects regarding wrongful death claims are pivotal for anyone moving forward with a lawsuit:

• Eligibility To File: Typically close relatives – like spouses, children, parents can file this claim. However,the concrete list varies by jurisdiction.

• Proving Wrongful Death: Critical components include proving the defendant’s negligent action as the direct cause of your loved one’s passing.

• Statute Of Limitations: Comprehendibly navigating within this prescribed time limit set by state law is crucial for validly filing a claim.

At Carlson Bier, our commitment extends beyond simply winning cases; it involves educating our clients about relevant legal issues as well.

Being faced with reckless indifference from another party that results in losing a cherished one is heart-wrenching.However,filing a wrongful death suit demands indisputable evidence pinpointing liable parties. Our skilled attorneys meticulously analyze all aspects of the incident – sifting through police reports,revisiting accident scenes,interviewing witnesses,and scouring any potential lead available–to build an encompassingly strong case on behalf of grieving families.

The compensation awarded after successfully executing a specified lawsuit isn’t merely related to tangible aspects likesalaries lost but gravitates towards intangible damages too. Countless emotional turbulence surfaces after experiencing such profound losses, impacting the grieving family’s quality of life severely.

In Illinois, compensatory restitution revolves but is not limited to:

• Funeral and burial expenses

• Loss of income, benefits or other earnings

• Medical bills related to final injuries or illnesses

• Transitioning pain and suffering experienced by the deceased before passing

• Loss of companionship or consortium

While no amount can wholly replace a loved one’s presence, prevailing in wrongful death lawsuits aids in coping with financial burdens left behind and attains justice for your beloved. As esteemed personal injury attorneys, we are here ultimately alleviate legal duress alongside empathetic support throughout this rocky journey.

Carlson Bier earnestly invites you to explore our legal experience and established resources aimed at fortifying your wrongful death claim. We ensure comprehensive care, prompt communication combined with compassionate representation – all undergirded by an unyielding drive towards securing financial justice for you and your family.

Remember – navigating lawsuit intricacies amidst grief can be overwhelming. Allow us at Carlson Bier Associates to bear your legal burdens while you focus on healing after experiencing such traumatic instances. Click on the button below to get an immediate consultation about your case’s worth. In these distressful times – we stand assertively by your side!

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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 Spring Grove

Cycling Accidents

Expert in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying professional legal help for people of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Hospital Malpractice

Offering expert legal assistance for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Accountability

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

Elder Neglect

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip & Fall Mishaps

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

Newborn Injuries

Delivering legal help for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Crashes

Mishaps: Committed to assisting victims of car accidents get appropriate payout for hurts and losses.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Truck Incident

Delivering specialist legal representation for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for hurts.

Construction Accidents

Concentrated on defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Head Damages

Committed to ensuring professional legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in managing cases for clients who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Undeserved Passing

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and adept legal support to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Damage

Focused on defending patients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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