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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, we possess a proven track record in securing just recompense for the families affected by wrongful death tragedies. We hold an unparalleled expertise in navigating the complexities of Illinois laws to present compelling cases driven by exhaustive investigation and solid legal strategies. Our law professionals are fiercely compassionate advocates, serving West Dundee citizens with insightful counsel during their most challenging times. Our primary focus revolves around understanding your prognosis completely and deploying effective methods to establish negligence or misconduct at play behind every wrongful death case assigned to us.

Our reputation as distinguished litigators comes from years of successful representation which only showcases our commitment towards seeking justice on behalf of grieving famillies burdened with emotional trauma and financial instability due to unforeseen losses compounded by reckless actions or negligent omissions. At Carlson Bier, clients aren’t represented; they’re cared for because we firmly believe that every life counts – a value imbibed within our professional conduct that makes us the premier choice across West Dundee community when it comes to righting irreparable wrongs caused due to fatal incidents perpetrated negligently or intentionally.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in West Dundee Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we comprehend that enduring a wrongful death of a loved one can be devastating and life-altering. Being personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our firm stands committed to ease your burdens and address the legal complexities that such incidents often bring along.

Wrongful Death is essentially a legal term indicating instances where an individual’s life is untimely terminated due to negligence or misconduct by another person or entity. In these tragic circumstances, surviving kin have the right to seek justice and claim compensation from those at fault. But it’s important to remember every case carries its unique challenges requiring tailored approach which underpins necessity for proficient counsel.

Understanding key elements of Wrongful Death suits aids in comprehending their gravity:

• Proof of fatality: Documentation like death certificates are crucial in establishing the fact of death.

• Evidence of Someone’s Negligence: The plaintiff has to prove that wrongful act led directly to the deceased individual’s undesired end.

• Financial Impact: Quantifiable economic damages due to loss must be established – both immediate costs such as medical expenses, funeral costs as well as potential future income of deceased.

Lawyers at Carlson Bier competently assist clients going through this painful experience with compassionate representation while lobbying tirelessly for their rightful dues. We focus on understanding intricate details pertaining to each case meticulously preparing assertive strategies for successful litigation.

It should not go without mention though – litigation duration varies depending upon circumstances surrounding incident resulting untimely demise. Henceforth bearing patience becomes prerequisite while hosting grounded expectations about possible compensatory awards following conclusion litigations. Our experienced team reassures you throughout this daunting process extending professional assistance punctuated with humane touch ensuring optimum comfort during difficult times.

Last but not least, choosing appropriate attorney remains pivotal towards building robust cases championing your rights efficiently extracting deserved reparations sustaining client interests above all else. With proven expertise handling delicate matters such as Wrongful Deaths fighting relentlessly for victims’ families rest easy on our competent guidance through these challenging times. We provide all-encompassing legal support from preliminary consultations unraveling complex legalities, methodical case preparation right up to assertive courtroom representations.

Moreover, we operate strictly in compliance with Illinois law and do not falsely content being based out even in close proximity of West Dundee where we don’t physically office. Nevertheless, our dedicated team tirelessly works regardless geographic boundaries within the confines of Illinois law devising effectual solutions alleviating anguish wrongful deaths invariably inflict.

Here at Carlson Bier, it is our commitment that your needs will be met with utmost respect and professionalism while providing clear, concise legal counsel translating into fruitful outcomes. We realize the aftermath distressful events entail; henceforth strive for alleviating emotional turbulence affectees endure making this uneasy journey as bearable as possible.

Feel encouraged now to delve deeper gaining personalized insights on understanding unique characteristics pertaining your specific circumstances accessing rightful compensatory claims justifiably entitled towards helping restore normalcy back in lives shattered by unfortunate events. Let Carlson Bier’s trusted expert guidance light the path forward ensuring rightful justice served without compromise navigating meticulously crafted plans executing strategic representation upholding dignified recovery process following traumatic incidents resulting wrongful death scenarios. Click on the button below and allow us to evaluate real worth behind your potential claim reflecting untold hardships endured reinstating peace transitioning toward placidity resuming life’s journey once again unhindered moving ahead steadfastly overcoming daunting hurdles together hand-in-hand with us – only at Carlson Bier!

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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 West Dundee

Cycling Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Burns

Providing adept legal support for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Hospital Carelessness

Providing experienced legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Accountability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, offering adept legal help to consumers affected by defective items.

Geriatric Misconduct

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble and Slip Mishaps

Professional in managing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking compensation for their suffering.

Infant Wounds

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Incidents: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents get appropriate remuneration for hurts and damages.

Motorbike Crashes

Committed to providing representation for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Big Rig Collision

Offering expert legal services for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for losses.

Construction Collisions

Dedicated to supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Expert in ensuring compassionate legal support for persons suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Wounds

Proficient in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Unjust Death

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and adept legal services to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Specializing in representing victims with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal support to secure settlement.

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