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In the harrowing aftermath of losing a loved one due to another party’s negligence, seeking justice could be the pathway towards healing. Carlson Bier has demonstrated superiority in championing for Wrongful Death cases with an unrivaled tenacity and empathy. Their seasoned attorneys dedicate their vast expertise and experience to tirelessly advocating for families affected by ill-fated incidents in Thompsonville. Leveraging extensive legal knowledge, deep-seated understanding of Illinois laws, as well as sharp negotiation capabilities, Carlson Bier aids you through this distressing time while ensuring your rights are fiercely protected. This compassionate and competent approach is what distinguishes them within the field of personal injury law firms in Illinois; a group that not just defends but truly cares about its clients. The choice to entrust your case with Carlson Bier would give you access to top-tier counsel that understands Wrongful Death matters profoundly yet handles each case with distinctive care honoring every individual circumstance because they fully comprehend how absolutely no two losses are the same.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Thompsonville Illinois

Suffering a loss is never easy, but when a loved one’s demise results from the negligence or misconduct of another party, it becomes particularly brutal and feels unjust. At Carlson Bier, we understand the depth of your pain and are dedicated to helping you seek justice for your loved one through Wrongful Death lawsuits. As leading personal injury attorneys in Illinois, we take pride in our extensive experience, indomitable spirit, and a track record of securing compensation for individuals devastated by wrongful death cases.

For clarity purposes, let’s explain what constitutes a Wrongful Death lawsuit in Illinois. It takes form when a person dies due to the legal fault of another person or entity such as corporations. These circumstances go beyond simple accidents and may encompass product liability incidents where unsafe products lead to deaths or medical malpractice where healthcare providers fail in their professional duties causing fatal outcomes.

In pursuit of justice for those unfairly lost, there are several critical aspects:

• The defendant directly or indirectly caused the victim’s death.

• The defendant was negligent or strictly liable for the victim’s death.

• There are surviving beneficiaries or dependents.

• Monetary damages have resulted from the victim’s death.

These conditions illustrate that every wrongful death claim bears unique complexities hence; professional expertise becomes paramount.

Engaging with Carlson Bier affords you access to an agile team that will relentlessly work on your case preliminaries all through its execution phase without relenting until justice is served. Our commitment comes from understanding how crucial this closure means to those left behind as they grapple with monumental changes encompassing financial insecurity or profound emotional voids brought about by wrongfully losing someone dear.

To combat these adverse repercussions effectively means stabilizing current situations while easing future burdens. Therefore seeking rightful compensations including:

• Medical Costs: This encapsulates expenses incurred towards treatment before eventual death.

• Funeral Expenses: Covering funeral services costs according to customary standards.

• Loss Of Income: This considers the deceased person’s earning capacity, including future earnings.

• Loss Of Consortium Or Companionship: Addressing the non-monetary aspects that families endure due to their loved one’s absence.

Although these compensations can’t replace a life, they offer tangible support in regaining stability as you navigate through this trying period and heal from your loss. Remember that Wrongful Death claims are time-sensitive with Illinois laws specifying a certain timeframe within which cases must be filed.

As you grasp the brevity of Wrongful Death implications, remember that Carlson Bier is here for you during such disquiet times. We promise personalized attention because we acknowledge everyone’s unique scenario necessitating different approaches. Our practice keeps abreast with evolving legal developments ensuring that we apply modern interpretations while dissecting underlying intricacies associated with your case.

At Carlson Bier personal injury attorneys, our clients always come first and lucky for us; this philosophy has served hundreds of grief-stricken people all across Illinois successfully. Therefore rest assured that our dedication will navigate you beyond merely seeking justice by offering moral support too because sometimes shared strength pulls people out of deep emotional ditches better than walking alone.

It’s high-time demands on accidents’ consequences changed and those who cause unjust fatalities held accountable. It begins with securing justice for premature death victims whose lives were unfairly cut short and their dependents left grappling with sudden lifestyle adjustments–painfully balancing emotional renovation coupled alongside practical survival needs. Succeeding at it ensures socially responsible actors prevail hence inspiring hazard-free environments invaluable to both current inhabitants and future occupants.

In sum, if you or anyone close encounters wrongful death incidents caused by another party’s negligence in Illinois State, consider reaching out to us . Touch on the button below now trusting in our credibility towards reclaiming what was unjustly lost by gauging how much your case is worth. Be empowered today knowing critical information about where state law stands concerning wrongful death and how Carlson Bier embodies skilled adherence to these provisions in pursuit of due justice for the wrongfully deceased and their dependents.

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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 Thompsonville

Bicycle Crashes

Expert in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Fire Wounds

Providing specialist legal support for people of serious burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Hospital Malpractice

Offering expert legal representation for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Liability

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, delivering expert legal support to clients affected by harmful products.

Senior Misconduct

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble and Slip Injuries

Skilled in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking justice for their harm.

Newborn Damages

Offering legal support for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Mishaps: Focused on assisting victims of car accidents secure equitable recompense for harms and impairment.

Motorbike Crashes

Committed to providing legal services for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Semi Collision

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for losses.

Construction Site Crashes

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

Head Damages

Expert in delivering professional legal support for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Specialized in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Committed to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Unfair Fatality

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Neural Damage

Committed to assisting individuals with vertebral damage, offering professional legal assistance to secure redress.

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