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When facing the grief and confusion that follows a wrongful death, it’s crucial to have an ally by your side who can guide you through the legal complexities. Carlson Bier is just such an advocate; we are experienced in representing families impacted by these tragic circumstances. Our team possesses a deep understanding of Illinois laws pertaining to wrongful death claims and is committed to fighting for clients with professionalism, compassion, and fortitude. Whether negotiating settlements or advocating in courtrooms, our attorneys exercise meticulous attention to detail and aggressive representation strategies aimed at maximizing compensation for our clients’ losses while alleviating their emotional strain throughout this challenging process. With robust resources at hand – including expert witnesses willing to testify on victims’ behalf– Carlson Bier stands tall among its peers as adept handlers of even the most demanding wrongful death cases in Thayer. We invite you to reach out today so we may offer guidance during this painful time – experience firsthand why Carlson Bier continues being a trusted name when dealing with throes of undue loss.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Thayer Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we help individuals navigate the complexities that arise following the tragic event of wrongful death. Our personal injury attorneys are dedicated, experienced and vested deeply in the communities we serve throughout Illinois. By specializing in Wrongful Death law, our primary goal is to advocate for those whose lives have been irrevocably changed due to another party’s negligence or wrongdoing.

The intricacies of Wrongful Death law can be overwhelming without professional guidance. Under Illinois Law, a claim for wrongful death arises when an individual dies as a result of another party’s negligent or intentional conduct. This can result from a variety of incidents such as medical malpractice, workplace accidents, motor vehicle accidents, defective products and numerous other scenarios.

Here are some key factors regarding Wrongful Death lawsuits:

– To file a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois, you must meet certain qualifications.

– A claim must demonstrate that the every component required by law has been met – this includes proving liability on behalf of the responsible party and showing recognizable damage as a result.

– The statute of limitations| time limit within which you must file your case| also applies. In Illinois, it is typically 2 years from the date of passing.

Understanding these nuances first hand only stresses how essential legal representation is during such hard times. Choosing the right attorney means selecting someone who not only comprehends these legal stipulations but also empathizes with your grief and loss at this difficult time.

Navigating complex statutes while grieving your loved one’s untimely demise may seem insurmountable; however, know that you do not have to face it alone – our team at Carlson Bier stands ready to help shoulder your burden. We will support and guide you through every step of constructing your case ensuring maximum compensation under applicable laws.

Our commitment goes beyond providing simple legal service; we understand that no monetary compensation can truly alleviate the pain caused by losing someone close due to wrongful circumstances. We believe our role is to assist you in seeking accountability for the injustice done and help provide closure.

Having dealt with numerous cases of this nature, we can anticipate various defenses utilized by opposing parties and construct strong cases that place your claim at an advantage. Furthermore, we will work tirelessly to secure compensation that aids in covering funeral costs, medical bills incurred prior death, lost wages among other financial setbacks caused by the tragedy.

Confidentiality is a key component of our legal practice. Rest assured all facts shared with us remain strictly between attorney-client boundaries until authorized otherwise.

At Carlson Bier, we offer personalized counsel and comfort during grim circumstances . Bringing forward a wrongful death lawsuit may seem daunting, however it starts with taking one vital step towards securing justice: reviewing your case accurately to understand its worth. The ‘Case Evaluation’ button below provides a preliminary platform towards achieving this aim.

We encourage you not just click on the button but make use of it – understanding your case’s legitimacy stands as core part of surmounting hurdles ahead – and begins here with us at Carlson Bier personal injury attorneys extending service since decades across Illinois.

Never forget – You are stronger than you think; bravely facing adversities thrown while standing up against injustice denotes courage unseen elsewhere. Let’s begin this journey together seeking what rightfully belongs to you – ‘Justice’.

Proceedings related to wrongful death may drain emotionally yet remember having right legal support eases burden manifold . Click on the button below today to find out how much your case is worth.

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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 Thayer

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Focused on legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Fire Traumas

Providing professional legal help for individuals of major burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Healthcare Incompetence

Providing professional legal representation for patients affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Accountability

Taking on cases involving defective products, delivering specialist legal guidance to customers affected by defective items.

Geriatric Malpractice

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip and Trip Mishaps

Specialist in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking restitution for their injuries.

Infant Traumas

Offering legal support for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Collisions

Crashes: Committed to helping sufferers of car accidents obtain just remuneration for damages and damages.

Motorbike Collisions

Committed to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Big Rig Mishap

Delivering specialist legal assistance for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for hurts.

Building Site Collisions

Focused on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Neurological Harms

Committed to extending specialized legal support for clients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Specialized in managing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Focused on legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Fatality

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure justice.

Backbone Damage

Focused on assisting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal support to secure redress.

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