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Experience the expertise of Carlson Bier, adept in navigating the complexities of Wrongful Death cases with precision and a deep understanding essential for achieving favorable results. Our team’s profound knowledge about Illinois state laws ensures you receive comprehensive legal advice and representation that is tailored to meet your unique circumstances. Despite the overwhelming nature of wrongful death scenarios, we are committed to providing unrivaled support throughout every step, amplifying your voice in pursuit of justice for your lost loved one. Trusting Carlson Bier implies choosing aggressive advocacy combined with sensitivity to our clients’ emotional needs during such challenging times. We streamline adverse complexities into favorable possibilities through strategic planning based on an exhaustive evaluation of each case’s intricacies around Winthrop Harbor’s landscape. With us on board, know that you’ve chosen exceptional proficiency; dedicated protectors valiantly fighting against the odds for rightful compensation earmarked by unparalleled dedication towards client satisfaction in all matters concerning Wrongful Death claims.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Winthrop Harbor Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the profound effects of a wrongful death case. As experienced personal injury attorneys serving Illinois residents, our primary focus lies in assisting you during such challenging times. Our empathetic approach paired with comprehensive legal expertise ensures that your rights are preserved and justice is served.

Wrongful Death is a civil action brought forth when someone’s wrongful conduct or negligence leads to another person’s death. The aftermath can leave surviving family members grappling with financial hardships amidst emotional turmoil. At Carlson Bier, our goal extends beyond guiding you through an intricate legal process to diligently pursuing compensation on your behalf.

• Each wrongful death case deeply impacts the victim’s survivors:

Dealing with mourning and grief can be burdensome enough without additional stressors like income loss or medical bills ensuing from the fatal incident. Battling insurance companies and navigating complex lawsuits should not distract you from what truly matters – healing emotionally.

• A Wrongful Death lawsuit aims to secure reparations for losses including

i) Loss of expected wage earnings.

ii) Medical expenses related to the deceased’s final illness or injury.

iii) Funeral and burial costs.

iv) Non-tangible aspects such as companionship, care, instruction among others.

Our personal injury attorneys will guide you through these critical junctures aiming to seek maximum recoverable damages based on evidence collected meticulously by us. We firmly stand by a ‘no win, no fee’ policy ensuring access to quality legal representation regardless of circumstances.

Illinois statute distinguishes between Survival Action and Wrongful Death Action:

In survival action cases, estate representatives recover compensatory damage for pain endured by the decedent before their demise-a claim which might have been raised had the decedent survived. Wrongful Death action focuses on monetary losses incurred due to sudden bereavement by close relatives such as spouses or children. Understanding these admittedly complex distinctions may seem intimidating but having skilled counsel like ours would enhance clarity about your entitlements.

Time is crucial. Statute of limitations in Illinois for such cases generally expires two years from the decedent’s date of death. This deadline further underscores the importance of immediate consultation with an experienced attorney like those at Carlson Bier, to claim rightful compensation before being legally disqualified due to time lapse.

Our commitment to diligently advocate wrongful death claims is reinforced by our empathic approach and unwavering integrity – it’s more than providing legal representation; we strive to provide constant support, guidance and assurance that you aren’t walking this path alone.

Our law firm respects Illinois laws keenly aware of its prohibition against advertising implying presence where no physical office exists. Therefore, while not situated in Winthrop Harbor – we emphasize that our services extend throughout Illinois tirelessly catering to personal injury victims and their survivors.

You may feel overwhelmed wondering about your case worth amid complex proceedings. We’re here to help ease that burden! Click the button below to get a free, comprehensive assessment of your potential claim value; a step closer towards finding justice for you and your family. Trust us at Carlson Bier – Your Advocates in Grief so together we can navigate through this ordeal towards closure and just compensation.

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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 Winthrop Harbor

Cycling Mishaps

Expert in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Giving expert legal support for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Clinical Negligence

Ensuring expert legal support for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Responsibility

Handling cases involving faulty products, extending expert legal guidance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Senior Malpractice

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Fall Mishaps

Adept in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking redress for their injuries.

Childbirth Wounds

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Accidents: Committed to helping individuals of car accidents secure fair remuneration for wounds and harm.

Scooter Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal services for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring professional legal support for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for damages.

Worksite Incidents

Focused on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Expert in providing expert legal advice for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Specialized in dealing with cases for people who have suffered damages from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Mishaps

Committed to legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unjust Fatality

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and adept legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spine Damage

Expert in advocating for patients with paralysis, offering specialized legal guidance to secure redress.

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