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Experience tragic loss through wrongful death? Carlson Bier is the legal team you need. This premier Illinois law firm aims to seek justice for victims of fatal negligence or intentional harm that results in wrongful death. Our skilled attorneys at Carlson Bier grasp complex legalities, advocating forcefully on your behalf and navigating intricate proceedings with expertise.

Why choose us? It’s simple – we prioritize your needs while maintaining unwavering commitment to attaining justice. In every case, our lawyers epitomize professionalism and razor-sharp focus on securing compensation for losses endured due to another party’s recklessness or neglect– helping you cope during such immeasurable pain.

Fair representation can turn the tide of a devastating circumstance, reducing anxiety about how to proceed legally after losing a loved one unexpectedly. The specialization offered by us covers cases like these exhaustively – providing assistance from filing lawsuits right till verdicts get pronounced in courtrooms across jurisdictions.

Carlson Bier’s pool of persistent attorneys garners rigorous understanding related specifically to wrongful death cases thereby enhancing prospects concerning rightful compensations’ retrieval.

Pursuing justice might seem daunting; however, our strength lies in alleviating such concerns effectively – making Carlson Bier worth considering as an indispensable ally when fighting wrongful death disputes with varied complexities involved.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Venice Illinois

At the Carlson Bier law firm, we specialize in delivering skilled representation to clients seeking justice for personal injury matters. Our dedicated emphasis lies on wrongful death lawsuits in the state of Illinois. We understand that confronting a loved one’s untimely demise due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct requires not only courage but professional guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney.

Wrongful death is legally defined as a fatality resulting from another party’s wrongful act, neglect, default or breach of warranty. The perpetrators might be individuals, companies, government entities—anyone whose irresponsibility leads to an innocent life lost prematurely. As distressing as these incidents are emotionally, they often bring financial burdens too. Medical bills and funeral expenses can quickly build up while survivor’s income may decrease drastically if the decedent was a primary breadwinner.

At Carlson Bier, our compassionate yet assertive approach has served numerous families during such trying times by successfully obtaining the compensation they deserve. Here are some critical facets of Wrongful Death claims:

• Eligibility: In Illinois, specific members of the victim’s family such as spouse, children (including adopted), parents (if there are no surviving spouse or kids) are eligible to file a lawsuit.

• Liability proof: It needs demonstrating that defendant’s actions were indeed negligent or intentional causing the death.

• Damage calculation: Compensation awarded includes both economic (tangible losses like earnings loss, funeral expenses etc.) and non-economic damages(intangibles like emotional suffering).

• Time limit: Illinois law imposes strict time limits known as ‘statutes of limitations’ within which legal proceedings must be initiated; generally two years from deceased’s date of passing.

Understanding these legal intricacies should never add to your grief; instead it could empower you towards achieving reparative justice. With our skillful attorneys alongside who comprehend prevailing laws whilst empathizing with your personal predicament at this arduous juncture, you assuredly find a trustworthy comrade in Carlson Bier.

Delving deeper, you may have questions about the lawsuit process. This often commences with a detailed investigation initiated by our team to collect relevant evidence linking defendant’s act and death caused; then drafting the legal complaint stating charges against at-fault parties and served on them. Latter part involves negotiation or going to trial- all done meticulously under effective attorney supervision saving you unnecessary headaches while preserving your rights every step along.

Further more, we’re committed to provide service that puts client’s needs above everything. We carefully explain complex legal proceedings involved in personal injury suits empowering clients with essential knowledge for making informed decisions while ensuring their rights aren’t compromised. Our fee structure is also transparent and contingent on winning claims so that financial concerns never impede your pursuit of justice.

Remember: Navigating wrongful death claims isn’t just about legality but upholding human dignity too; an earnest endeavor to seek fitting repercussions for those causing grievous harm through carelessness or malevolence unfairly altering life’s course.

Let us make this journey less daunting for you as you recover from such a trying ordeal—one step at a time together towards restoration and justice. The first step starts here!

As committed advocates for families affected by wrongful deaths across Illinois, we encourage readers like yourself seeking rightful compensation to click on the below button to determine what your case might be worth—without any obligation whatsoever. Because achieving justice doesn’t equate merely with winning lawsuits—it comes from securing rightful amends for irreversible loss suffered proposing hope amidst despair fostering resilience within community ethos again finally reiterating sanctity of life undisputedly supreme.

At Carlson Bier law firm, it isn’t just about providing professional legal support; rather we believe in standing together with our clientele braved extraordinary cognizance reinforcing faith restored when things seem most disheartening yet imperative need seeking justice remains undeterred. The button below opens gateway towards starting your very own reparative journey, marking the very first step on a path we will travel together to make it right.

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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 Venice

Bike Incidents

Specializing in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Giving skilled legal support for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Malpractice

Delivering professional legal support for victims affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Liability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, extending expert legal assistance to customers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Malpractice

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Tumble Injuries

Adept in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking compensation for their harm.

Birth Traumas

Supplying legal help for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Devoted to aiding victims of car accidents gain equitable compensation for damages and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Big Rig Mishap

Ensuring experienced legal support for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for hurts.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Head Damages

Dedicated to ensuring compassionate legal advice for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Proficient in managing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Dedicated to legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Wrongful Passing

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and experienced legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Injury

Focused on supporting persons with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure justice.

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