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About Carlson Bier Associates

When a loved one’s life is abruptly ended due to another party’s negligence, the pain can be immeasurable. Handling such cases requires legal expertise and deep compassion which are at the core of Carlson Bier. Our wrongful death attorneys work relentlessly to help clients in Waterloo seek justice for their loss. As part of our commitment, we shoulder the overwhelming burden of navigating through complex legal systems allowing you time to grieve and heal peacefully.

Our firm stands apart because we understand that each case carries unique circumstances — this means going beyond generic approaches and designing strategic plans tailored extensively around your specific situation with attention to every detail.

Clients trust Carlson Bier thanks primarily to our extensive track record in securing favorable verdicts or settlements promptly and efficiently. We take great pride in continuously upholding high ethical standards while delivering outstanding client service.

You may feel overwhelmed by your current situation —but rest assured—even when it seems like everything has darkened, Carlson Bier will stand beside you shining a light on every step forward seeking truth, justice, recovering compensation thereby honing hope back into your life yet again! Trust us today for unwavering support rooted not just legally but emotionally too – choose Carlson Bier!

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Waterloo Illinois

When tragedy strikes, leaving you with the devastating loss of a loved one due to the negligence or misconduct of another person or entity, seeking justice becomes more than simply navigating the legal jargon. You become embroiled in an emotional and complex battle where understanding your rights and options can be overwhelming. This is where trusted legal advocates Carlson Bier step in.

Carlson Bier, based out of Illinois, specializes solely in personal injury law with particular emphasis on wrongful death cases. With years of experience coupled with an unwavering commitment to their clients, they have successfully represented numerous families shouldering the brunt of a painful loss caused by another’s carelessness.

Wrongful death pertains to claims that arise when a person’s death is attributed directly to someone else’s intentional action, negligence or reckless behavior. Instances pertaining to this category could include but are not exclusive to: automotive accidents involving impaired drivers; workplace fatalities stemming from employer negligence; medical malpractice leading to fatal errors and so forth.

Here are some key things about wrongful death claims:

• The deceased’s spouse, children or parents usually have the right to file for such claims.

• The time span within which you need to file a wrongful death claim varies according to different state laws – In Illinois it stands at 2 years from the date of passing.

• Compensation can broadly cover elements like lost income if the deceased was a provider , funeral costs, grief counseling expenses among others.

It goes without saying that no amount of compensation can truly compensate for your irreplaceable loss – however ensuring financial security during traumatic times contributes towards alleviating additional distress.

The attorneys understand how vital it is for their clients who’ve experienced such significant losses personally yet find themselves forced into legal battles concurrently thus aim remain fiercely strong proponents at all junctures. From setting up meticulous strategies aimed at securing full extent of possible damages owed through fierce dutiful negotiations/ trial advocacy right down till painstakingly dealing with the insurance companies, they shoulder vital responsibilities for their clients. Their holistic approach seeks to provide closure and justice by holding responsible parties accountable in tandem with easing financial burdens consequential of said losses.

Furthermore, it should be known that wrongful death claims are complex from a legal perspective hence require significant expertise in order to effectively navigate these waters.

At Carlson Bier, we understand that this may be an emotionally confusing time when clear-headed decision making can feel impossible which is why our personal injury attorneys offer free consultations upon initial contact – a crucial first step towards illuminating potential client rights about pursuing a claim further while beginning to form strong working relationships built on trust, respect and mutual understanding regardless.

Reflecting back on the process of filing claims for wrongful deaths along with our experience handling such sensitive issues; it’s absolutely paramount right from start until conclusion that victims’ families are given all relevant information so they can make well-informed decisions accordingly throughout ensuing proceedings.

With over decades worth of cumulative experience within our firm’s ranks battle-hardened against insurance companies / defendants across various platforms including negotiation tables or within courtroom settings – each individual attorney adheres strictly under unwavering commitment directed towards achieving favorable results regarding rightful compensation being awarded unto victim’s family members post untimely passing of loved ones thereby facilitating some semblance of peace.

While pain and suffering might seem insurmountable at this moment, remember you’re not alone. Led by compassion and fortified by extensive trial-tested experience , Carlson Bier stands ready to stand as your champion in pursuit of justice fueled upholding the rights and dignity deserved post catastrophic loss. To find out how much your case is potentially worth based upon specific circumstances presented– please don’t hesitate clicking below button available right down here—one simple click could illuminate pathway leading onto road gradually winding away from darkness cast due mishap into brighter future laden secure financial reassurances along uphill path journey thrust unfortunately upon oneself post irreplaceable loss.

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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 Waterloo

Cycling Crashes

Expert in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Burn Damages

Supplying professional legal services for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Physician Malpractice

Delivering specialist legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Responsibility

Handling cases involving dangerous products, delivering skilled legal services to victims affected by defective items.

Aged Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Stumble Injuries

Adept in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking recovery for their damages.

Neonatal Damages

Extending legal aid for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Accidents: Focused on guiding clients of car accidents get appropriate compensation for damages and impairment.

Scooter Accidents

Focused on providing legal services for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Big Rig Collision

Offering expert legal support for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Construction Crashes

Focused on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Injuries

Expert in providing dedicated legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Wounds

Proficient in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Fatality

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and skilled legal support to ensure justice.

Backbone Trauma

Dedicated to advocating for persons with paralysis, offering expert legal guidance to secure recovery.

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