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About Carlson Bier Associates

When experiencing the untimely loss of a loved one due to another’s negligence, families in Waterman need legal representation that exhibits competence and compassion. Carlson Bier is an Illinois-based Wrongful Death attorney group set apart by their dedicated pursuit of justice for the oppressed. With deep-rooted expertise in personal injury law, they bring unparalleled experience to every case they undertake. Their attorneys are adept at navigating complex litigation landscapes, working diligently towards attaining deserved compensation for the bereaved relatives. Carlson Bier doesn’t just handle cases; they provide comprehensive support throughout this trying journey offering empathy alongside legal advice during an emotionally draining time making them more than just lawyers but advocates as well. Choose Carlson Bier should you require robust representation amidst wrongful death proceedings – widely recognized as trusted partners serving victims of unfortunate mishaps across Illinois state lines, consistently fulfilling their pledge not only to serve but advocate and achieve merited results no matter how complicated or challenging it can be.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Waterman Illinois

At Carlson Bier in Illinois, we recognize that losing a loved one is an incredibly challenging and emotional time. The trauma can be compounded when their death arises from another party’s recklessness or negligence. In such scenarios, a wrongful death lawsuit may provide recourse to families seeking justice for their loved ones. Our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier understands this complex area of law and will help you navigate these trying times with compassion and unwavering professionalism.

By definition, an act becomes ‘wrongful death’ when it directly results from the negligent, careless, unskillful, or intentional actions of others. Situations where this might apply include – pharmaceutical errors; medical malpractice; manufacturing defects resulting in unsafe products; motor vehicle accidents; workplace accidents; nursing home abuse; violent acts and other instances where negligence could have played a part.

If your loved one’s life was forfeit due to any circumstance where another party can be held liable, not only are you entitled to hold them accountable for the pain they’ve caused but also claim compensation for economic needs arising due to your loss. This typically includes –

• Medical expenses related to the decedent’s final illness or injuries.

• Funeral and burial expenses.

• Loss of expected income.

• Loss of consortium or companionship.

Understanding the complexities of wrongful death lawsuits can seem daunting without professional guidance. At Carlson Bier Group in Illinois, our mission is educating our clients about their rights under state laws while providing personalized consultation every step of the way.

The court must consider several elements when determining damages in a wrongful death suit:-

• Proof – Strong evidence clearly showing that the defendant’s negligence caused untimely death

• Pecuniary losses suffered by survivors such as savings potential over an expected lifetime

• Prospective inheritance lost if the victim had lived instead

Legal success requires compiling substantial demonstrative evidence satisfying all aforementioned elements beyond reasonable doubt – a task that requires professional expertise.

In Illinois, you wouldn’t find expert wrongful death attorneys more equipped and dedicated than the Carlson Bier Group for such engagements. To further assist our clients, we take cases on contingency means until successful settlement; your financial burdens will stay minimal during this already stressful period.

Bear in mind that wrongful death claims have statutes of limitations subject to all civil lawsuits within any state’s legislation. In Illinois, for instance, action must generally be commenced within two years from date of death. Thus swift legal action is crucial to ensure justice isn’t hindered by regulatory impediments.

The loss of a loved one leaves an indelible mark on the hearts and lives of those left behind. This pain can feel insurmountable when it comes as a result of avoidable circumstances or overt negligence inflicted upon them by someone else. While no amount of money can replace what was lost, receiving compensation through a wrongful death suit can alleviate financial stressors allowing families space and time needed to heal emotionally.

At Carlson Bier, we prioritize helping our clients understand their rights while forming appropriate strategies facilitating rightful restitution and closure from courts concerned with respect given towards every individual case scenario requiring our involvement.

Should you need assistance determining eligible claims or simply seek guidance about potential routes forward after experiencing personal tragedy – please don’t hesitate clicking button below assessing how much your case might be worth letting us help take first steps towards achieving long due justice for your loved one today…

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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 Waterman

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Scald Burns

Offering skilled legal assistance for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Clinical Misconduct

Ensuring professional legal support for clients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Obligation

Handling cases involving unsafe products, supplying specialist legal services to individuals affected by harmful products.

Senior Mistreatment

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Stumble Incidents

Specialist in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking justice for their harm.

Infant Harms

Offering legal help for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Mishaps: Committed to supporting clients of car accidents secure reasonable remuneration for hurts and harm.

Bike Crashes

Specializing in providing legal services for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Truck Incident

Extending experienced legal representation for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for losses.

Building Site Accidents

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Neurological Traumas

Focused on offering dedicated legal services for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Wounds

Proficient in managing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Expert in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unfair Passing

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and professional legal support to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Injury

Focused on advocating for victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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