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Navigating the complexities of a wrongful death case calls for the legal fortitude that embodies Carlson Bier. Revered and proven in Illinois, we specialize in direct personal injury law prowess. We understand every facet of wrongful death claims, advocating tirelessly to protect grieving families’ rights while seeking deserved compensation. Acknowledging Vernon Hills residents’ needs for effective representation during these arduous times, we commit to rendering our wide-ranging legal expertise accessible irrespective of geographical limitations. As your trusted representatives, we assess each ability-disrupting loss with precision-led sensitivity while pursuing just recovery specific to such tragedies’ emotional and economic tolls. Fortified by seasoned litigators at Carlson Bier who have consistently mapped out favorable outcomes despite intricate circumstances stemming from unfortunate fatalities caused by negligent parties; you’re promised adept guidance throughout this hard process – all within acutely studied parameters outlined by Illinois laws – as they aspire toward a fair resolution against those accountable for your ordeals ensuring justice prevails in memory of lost loved ones.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Vernon Hills Illinois

Death is an inevitable reality in life, but when it comes prematurely due to negligence, a wrongful death claim may be your legal recourse. As Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law, we are here to help you get through this emotionally taxing period and guide you towards asserting your rights for just compensation under Illinois law. Our professional team of personal injury lawyers have substantial experience in handling cases involving wrongful death.

Wrongful death claims arise from fatalities rooted in various situations that could have been avoided if not for another’s negligent or deliberate conduct. These scenarios may include automobile accidents driven by reckless or drunk drivers, workplace accidents spurred by companies’ non-compliance with safety regulations, medical malpractice stemming from healthcare professionals’ carelessness, product defects linked to manufacturers’ oversight, and many more uncovered instances.

To shed more light on the matter, below are some crucial points about what constitutes a wrongful death claim:

• Wrongful Death Defined: It involves taking legal action instituted by surviving family members of a deceased person who died due to negligently inflicted harm.

• Different Than Criminal Cases: Wrongful deaths fall under civil proceedings and stand separately from any criminal actions that may occur simultaneously.

• Negligence Proven: The burden lies in proving that the offender acted negligently leading directly to the victim’s untimely demise.

• Statute of Limitations: Illinois sets two years as the duration within which a wrongful death suit can be launched post incident.

• Entitled Damages: Compensatory relief covers extensive areas such as covered expenses (funeral costs), loss of companionship and consortium and pain & suffering before death occurred.

As complicated as matters might look like after losing a loved one so abruptly due-to-another person’s fault, obtaining solid legal advice shouldn’t be laborious for surviving relatives. At Carlson Bier Attorney at Law firm, we make it our responsibility to simplify these legal intrigues surrounding wrongful death cases. We echo your grievances and endeavor to find justice for the deceased while ensuring that the legal rights of survivors in wrongful death claims get respected.

In conjunction with this, we have developed an easy-to-navigate website where you can access intricate details about wrongful deaths, legal steps involved, necessary documentations required, potential compensation amounts, stages of a lawsuit and our firm’s record in representing clients in similar circumstances – all at your own pace.

Once the fog of grief has cleared just enough for you to consider taking action against those responsible for your pain and loss, Carlson Bier is well-equipped to step up as your stable rock in this turbulent period. Our seasoned lawyers will meticulously investigate and head down each avenue designed to yield evidence substantiating negligence on part of the liable party or parties involved.

Losing a loved one unexpectedly brings shockwaves into daily life; the emotional drain it leaves behind coupled with financial implications often plunge families into adversarial conditions hard to come out from. Hence why adequate compensation plays a pivotal role in safeguarding any surviving family members left behind by shouldering clinical expenses associated with victim’s hospitalization pre-mortem besides covering funeral costs and handling loss of potential income brought upon by their premature exit.

Imbibe comfort knowing that our compassionate team will navigate these sensitive times alongside you providing précised-guidance necessary till final verdict comes through. To gain an insight regarding what prospective compensation might be within reach considering specifics furnished under Illinois laws governing wrongful death claims- click on the button below right now! Grab hold tight onto opportunity knocking onto doorsteps via leveraging experienced legal professionals committed towards bringing injustice done unto loved ones before law’s lens!

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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 Vernon Hills

Two-Wheeler Incidents

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

Flame Damages

Extending skilled legal assistance for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Clinical Malpractice

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Obligation

Taking on cases involving problematic products, supplying expert legal assistance to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Neglect

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Stumble Incidents

Skilled in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking restitution for their harm.

Childbirth Injuries

Providing legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Collisions: Focused on helping patients of car accidents receive appropriate compensation for wounds and destruction.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

18-Wheeler Collision

Delivering professional legal services for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for hurts.

Construction Mishaps

Dedicated to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Cognitive Harms

Dedicated to delivering dedicated legal representation for clients suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Injuries

Specialized in managing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Specializing in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and skilled legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Backbone Impairment

Specializing in assisting individuals with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal services to secure justice.

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