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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re looking for exemplary Wrongful Death advocacy, Carlson Bier should be your law firm of choice. Our distinguished attorney group has considerably impressive experience handling wrongful death cases in Illinois. Taking legal action after losing a loved one is undoubtedly challenging; nevertheless, the team at Carlson Bier artfully navigates these difficult territories with clarity and compassion. Unlike other firms that may treat clients as mere case numbers, we stand out by offering personalized attention to each client throughout their journey towards justice and closure. Our deep commitment to utmost professionalism along with unyielding persistence ensures lucrative outcomes for our clients who are most times victims of unthinkable tragedy. Finding a lawyer devoted entirely towards making this distressing situation easier while securing maximum compensation can seem daunting; not when you select Carlson Bier – an advocate unmatched in wrongful death litigation prowess! Trust us when we say that our clienteles’ favorable testimonials back up these claims because no case is trivial or impersonal here – each claim gets the dedicated attentiveness it warrants.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Sycamore Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the heartache and confusion individuals can face when dealing with an unexpected loss. As a renowned group of personal injury attorneys serving within Illinois jurisdiction, we specialize in providing legal assistance for those grappling with wrongful death situations. We’re committed to helping our clients sail through the stormy waters that surround these circumstances.

A wrongful death refers to a situation where someone’s negligence or intentional action causes another person’s demise—that could be the result of anything from a car accident to medical malpractice, or even workplace accidents. In such instances, surviving family members have the right under Illinois law to seek compensation for their pain & suffering, as well as any financial distress caused by their loved one’s untimely passing.

Here’s what you need to know:

• A lawsuit must be filed by a personal representative on behalf of the deceased: That could be an immediate family member such as a spouse or children, but it also includes parents and siblings if there is no spouse or child.

• The statute of limitation in Illinois for filing a wrongful death claim is typically two years from the date of your loved one’s passing.

• Compensation can include damages not only for mental suffering but also hospital bills incurred prior to decease, burial costs, lost income resulting from absence at work amongst others.

Our team takes pride in our unique capability to bring light into our client’s darkest hours. We do so by guiding them efficaciously in every step, ensuring they are fully versed about their rights pertaining to legal recompense and compassionate acknowledgment due post-loss tragedies. Our approach places heavy emphasis on clear communication which results in strengthening our clients’ understanding surrounding potential case outcomes.

It’s crucial you remember that while monetary payment will never replace your beloved departed individual; rightful compensation plays its part in offsetting grievous burdens including financial stresses piled on existing emotional hardship associated with unexpected losses usually entail actions like dealing unpaid hospital bills or handling miscellaneous end-of-life expenses.

Justice is not a privilege, it is the inherent right of every individual and at Carlson Bier we are dedicated to ensuring this right for all. We approach each case with unyielding commitment, unwavering integrity and the fierce legal expertise needed to ensure outcomes align with our client’s best interests.

Our dedication transcends beyond office walls as we consistently champion the cause of victim rights through advocacy at various levels from local communities up until national legislature resulting in systemic changes that impact lives positively across Illinois so rest assured your fight becomes ours upon engagement.

After absorbing all this information, it’s key to note that no two cases are identical which emphasizes why having professional guidance can make significant difference towards achieving justice deserved post-untimely demise faced by loved ones due actions spurred on negligence or intentional acts inflicted by others.

It is now time to take action. Seeking compensation for wrongful death is a step forward in healing your wounds but navigating this journey alone can be overwhelming. Let Carlson Bier help you seek justice during these difficult times.

We invite you explore your options further—click on the button below to find out how much your case may be worth—and remember, it costs nothing to have your situation assessed by our team of skilled personal injury attorneys based right here in Illinois. Begin securing piece of mind today; let us lighten your burden tomorrow.

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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 Sycamore

Bicycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Scald Injuries

Supplying specialist legal support for individuals of major burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Hospital Malpractice

Extending expert legal services for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Accountability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, extending specialist legal help to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Malpractice

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Stumble Mishaps

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking restitution for their suffering.

Birth Damages

Extending legal aid for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on helping individuals of car accidents get fair recompense for hurts and harm.

Scooter Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Big Rig Accident

Ensuring professional legal services for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for damages.

Building Incidents

Focused on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to offering compassionate legal support for clients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Expertise in managing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Focused on legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Loss

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and experienced legal representation to ensure restitution.

Neural Trauma

Focused on defending clients with paralysis, offering specialized legal guidance to secure redress.

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