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Struggling with the tragic loss of a loved one due to the negligent actions of another? Turn to Carlson Bier, an esteemed law firm adept in prosecuting Wrongful Death cases. We prioritize our clients’ needs and fight for justice relentlessly, across Illinois locations including Tolono. The deep-rooted pain coupled with legal procedures can be challenging; our team works tirelessly to alleviate this burden by efficiently handling your case so that you can focus on healing. Our dedication has resulted in securing substantial verdicts and settlements for numerous bereaved families venturing on their pursuit towards justice. With decades-long experience under our collective belt, we have refined strategies enabling us to pinpoint crucial evidence bolstering your claim. We walk alongside you every step of the way until we achieve maximum compensation for you while providing best-in-class compassionate service. When life throws its harshest curveballs, trust in Carlson Bier – redefining standards one wrongful death claim at a time and serving as steadfast support during an unbearable ordeal.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Tolono Illinois

At Carlson Bier, your personal injury concerns are our priority. As steadfast advocates of personal rights protection, our Illinois-based law firm specializes in handling Wrongful Death lawsuits, ensuring justice is duly served for those affected.

Wrongful death represents a critical area within Personal Injury Law. Broadly defined, wrongful death refers to a legal action that arises when someone’s negligent or wrongful act leads to another person’s death – an incidence felt deeply by the loved deceased’s family and dependents. The fundamental objective behind such lawsuits is to provide financial compensation for the lost wages, medical expenses, funeral costs and more importantly – the emotional anguish faced due to such loss.

To make this complex subject understandable yet informative we are offering some key pointers:

• Eligibility: In Illinois, only specific individuals can file a wrongful death lawsuit – directly related survivors like spouse or children; if none then parents or siblings can do so.

• Statute of Limitations: This right must be exercised within two years from the date of death.

• Damages Recovered: Compensation may include funeral expenses, lost income, grief and sorrow damages among other things.

These laws are designed primarily with an aim to ease pain for grieving families while holding responsible parties accountable.

It should be noted that understanding statutes surrounding Wrongful Death Lawsuits and pursuing them successfully require robust legal knowledge supported by dedicated attention towards building the impactful case strategy. As seasoned wrongful death attorneys at Carlson Bier Associates LLC., we help you comprehend these complexities while walking shoulder-to-shoulder with you through every step of litigation.

We offer a keen focus on eliminating mundane paperwork stress during these emotionally charged times along with a thorough investigation into all aspects surrounding the unfortunate incident resulting in uncompromised pursuit of justice serving maximum client benefit. Our expertise lies in leaving no stone unturned when it comes to accessing evidence quickly and efficiently so as not compromise yet enhance your claim strength.

Remember you’re not alone in your struggle. The sense of loss is deep; hence, it’s vital that pursuit of justice doesn’t add to the existing trauma but rather alleviate it through efficient legal routes. In such trying times, professional expertise and empathy lead way for smoother justice attainment.

The capacity to deliver fast yet enduring solutions distinguishes us from others. We bear the mantle of trust with years of championing personal rights protection and wrongful death cases behind us – a distinction we proudly call ours.

At Carlson Bier Associates LLC., our firm belief carries strength – strength to stand up against negligence causing unjust harm, strength to aid affected families regain some semblance of relief even while dealing with substantial emotional angst.

We invite you now to join multiple Illinois families who have allowed us during their needful hours envisioning a better future amidst present pain and bravely walked away with just victories reinstating faith in human resilience.

You are already taking steps towards informing yourself about personal rights and obligations – which itself deserves applause. Your knowledge amplifies when shared with experts having commendable credentials and experience related to Wrongful Death lawsuits.

Remember that right here on this page, literally at a button press below awaits an opportunity for you to gauge the worthiness of your case without any obligation attached.

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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 Tolono

Bicycle Collisions

Focused on legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Scald Traumas

Giving expert legal assistance for victims of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Physician Negligence

Extending professional legal representation for persons affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Fault

Handling cases involving faulty products, extending specialist legal assistance to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Abuse

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Slip Incidents

Professional in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Injuries

Providing legal help for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Crashes

Accidents: Concentrated on guiding clients of car accidents obtain just remuneration for injuries and losses.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal support for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Mishap

Ensuring experienced legal representation for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Worksite Mishaps

Committed to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cerebral Traumas

Focused on delivering compassionate legal assistance for clients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Passing

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal support to ensure restitution.

Spine Harm

Dedicated to advocating for victims with backbone trauma, offering expert legal services to secure compensation.

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