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About Carlson Bier Associates

Experiencing a wrongful death catastrophe often leaves families in profound despair and confusion, and Carlson Bier commits to guide those affected through their difficult times. With unmatched expertise in Wrongful Death law, this distinguished Illinois-based firm has the sensitivity to handle such delicate matters with utmost compassion. Their experienced attorneys excel at comprehending the intricate details of each case to deliver justice impeccably. Providing unrivaled support throughout your quest for rightful compensation is a hallmark of Carlson Bier’s philosophy of service. While they do not purport themselves as ‘White Hall’ lawyers explicitly due to regulatory restrictions, this does not limit their ability or dedication to serve clients diligently from White Hall area with zealous representation they deserve during these challenging periods. Trusting Carlson Bier assures you premier legal support meant for asserting your rights after wrongful deaths most professionally and ethically possible under Illinois law statutes: an assurance that underscores why choosing Carlton Bier can make all the difference.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in White Hall Illinois

Navigating the complexities of a Wrongful Death case can be daunting; having an experienced and knowledgeable ally on your side such as Carlson Bier is paramount. Our firm, based in Illinois, specializes in Personal Injury and has an impeccable track record in tackling Wrongful Death cases. With our deep understanding of the law combined with empathetic representation, we take pride in providing seamless legal support to clients seeking just retribution.

A wrongful death claim entails dealing with emotional distress while simultaneously navigating procedural intricacies. These events usually occur following negligence or misconduct leading to fatalities. Perpetrators may range from individuals such as reckless drivers causing fatal accidents, to entities like hospitals accountable for patient loss due to medical malpractice or corporations liable for hazardous conditions resulting in worker deaths.

Key things to consider when faced with a wrongful death scenario include:

– Taking immediate action is crucial as procrastination might lead to essential evidence being lost.

– Conducting a thorough investigation early ensures securing proofs necessary for establishing liability.

– Recognizing the key elements that establish Wrongful Death: Duty of Care, Breach of Duty, Cause-in-Fact, and Damage are imperative.

At Carlson Bier, our proficient lawyers are dedicated to ensuring each facet is meticulously evaluated and acted upon enabling a solid foundation for your legal claim.

Illinois law empowers the deceased’s estate or next-of-kin to pursue compensation allowable under the state’s Wrongful Death Act. Thus if you were financially dependent on someone who died wrongfully, whether it was caused by negligence or intentional harm inflicted by another person, an entity falling into this category could bear financial responsibility after their passing – allowing you rightful path towards justice.

Claim categories frequently pursued include compensatory damages covering financial expenses resulting from death – like medical care procedures prior to decedent’s death or funerals costs; economic surface charges reflecting future earnings that would have been acquired by deceased had they lived; non-economic costs accounting for pain, suffering, or loss of companionship; and punitive damage designed to deter future similar behavior.

Working with the personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier assures you comprehensive guidance throughout this intricate process. Our team’s experience in Illinois Wrongful Death law aids our clients in all aspects – from interfacing with insurance companies who often prioritize their monetary interests over providing fair compensation doctors’ examinations to confirm exact cause-of-death correlation towards strengthening your case foundation. We pledge a thoughtful legal approach combined with relentless advocacy aimed explicitly at securing maximum achievable compensation.

Aware we can’t bring back lost loved ones, when pursuing such claims we strive to allow victims’ families their rightful space for healing without having the added worry of financial uncertainty resulting from these tragic events. However, bear in mind such proceedings aren’t straightforward nor simple – making professional help like ours indispensable.

Having steered countless clients through these challenging times is what sets us apart as experts on wrongful death cases. With every situation unique as fingerprints, it’s paramount engaging an attorney specializing not only in Wrongful Death Law but also possessing intimate understanding of accompanying practical quirks specific to Illinois jurisdiction– all found with Carlson Bier.

To estimate the potential worthiness of your case outside our purview would be unjustified; rightly so contact us directly for obtaining personalized assessment that ensures painstaking attention-to-detail reflecting holistic analysis purely catered to individual circumstance.

Our commitment unravels itself via incessant hard work and expertise, ensuring impeccable client experience whilst ameliorating difficult circumstances endured by bereaved clients. So why wait? Click on the button below and get started with your free consultation today – finding out exactly how much your case may be worth. Your peace of mind may be just a click away!

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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 White Hall

Bicycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Flame Damages

Supplying skilled legal assistance for victims of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Medical Carelessness

Providing specialist legal assistance for victims affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Fault

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal services to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Neglect

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble and Tumble Occurrences

Professional in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking compensation for their injuries.

Birth Harms

Supplying legal assistance for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Accidents: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents get just payout for wounds and impairment.

Motorbike Incidents

Specializing in providing representation for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Semi Accident

Offering professional legal assistance for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for losses.

Worksite Crashes

Dedicated to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Brain Injuries

Expert in ensuring compassionate legal advice for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Expert in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unjust Death

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and adept legal services to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Committed to representing individuals with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal assistance to secure justice.

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