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About Carlson Bier Associates

Loss is inevitably painful, especially when it results from another’s negligence. When tragedy strikes in Zion, Carlson Bier stands by your side, offering unparalleled legal expertise. Specializing in Wrongful Death cases, our law firm understands the intricacies involved and the heavy toll such situations bring. Rightfully so, we strive to alleviate some of this burden through diligent litigation for fair compensation. Our team at Carlson Bier possesses decades of experience defending families affected by wrongful deaths. Concerned with more than just courtroom success; we offer timely counsel coated with empathy and understanding – a testament to our dedication to clients’ overall wellbeing during these testing times. Trusting your case with us means banking on proven legal strategies that maximize potential outcomes while minimizing undue stressors associated with navigating complex lawsuits independently or with less seasoned practitioners. For professional assistance pursuing justice for a Wrongful Death incident around Zion city limits and beyond, remember Carlson Bier- where you are always treated as more than just a client—you’re family.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Zion Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our law firm specializes in Personal Injury law, providing dedicated services to individuals and families across Illinois who are grappling with the aftermaths of wrongful death. Wrongful death often causes unprecedented emotional turbulence and financial hardship. We at Carlson Bier take it upon ourselves to alleviate as much of this burden as possible by ensuring you receive rightful compensation.

In broad legal terms, a wrongful death occurs when one person’s negligence or intentional act leads to the untimely passing away of another individual. It’s an unfortunate fact that often fatal accidents come unbidden and unexpectedly – arising from auto accidents, medical malpractices, work-related incidents or faulty products to name a few. Understanding such circumstances can be overwhelming.

Key Factors About Wrongful Death:

• The must-have factor is proving someone else’s fault – either due to carelessness or a deliberate act.

• A wrongful death claim must be filed by a representative on behalf of survivors who had relationship with the deceased (spouses, children).

• These lawsuits tend to involve detailed investigations and require comprehensive evidence.

Moreover, when litigating for wrongful death claims, one has rights to various categories of damages depending upon factors like victim’s earnings at the time they died; the saving potential lost due to early demise; medical & funeral expenses incurred post incident; loss suffered by next kin in form of companionship support etc…

Recognizing each case’s complexity requires attention to detail–an area where we excel at Carlson Bier—our team adopts meticulous strategy for handling these sensitive matters. Taking into account Illinois’ stringent legal timeline for filing wrongful death claim – ideally within two years – our attorneys aid clients negotiate through numerous legislative roadblocks that often become hindrance in rightful compensation process.

Drawing from years of experience fighting for justice and closure for bereaved families across Illinois – our lawyers have both expertise in state-specific laws around what constitutes valid grounds for a lawsuit under wrongful death and requisite sympathy required dealing with such cases. We firmly believe that anyone should be compensated to the fullest extent possible under law for their loss, which is why we go above and beyond in our fight for your rights.

For us at Carlson Bier, it’s not just about monetary reparation – though incredibly crucial – rather we understand full well that victims’ families guide through emotional trauma seek closure as they come to terms with their tragic loss; hence we journey alongside providing compassionate legal guidance every step of the way. Our goal is to ensure you receive justice swiftly so you can focus on healing instead of navigating complex legal processes.

Navigating through wrongful death lawsuits isn’t something one has to do alone; at Carlson Bier our team stands ready support assist during this challenging period – ensuring one doesn’t get overwhelmed by complexities around personal injury laws. Clearing up any misconceptions or uncertainties you might have about filing a wrongful death claim, and helping secure full compensation you are legally entitled to are priorities.

Ultimately, if you’re reading this and sensing familiar struggle resonate with what is said above, please remember: You don’t have to navigate these turbulent waters alone. Let Carlson Bier give voice to your story in court- let us fight for your present peace future security. We invite you now to click on the button below find out how much your case could potentially be worth reaching out us today can take first real step towards finding resolution after having undergone tragedy like wrongful death.

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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 Zion

Cycling Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Supplying adept legal advice for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Hospital Malpractice

Extending specialist legal services for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Responsibility

Taking on cases involving defective products, supplying expert legal support to clients affected by faulty goods.

Elder Abuse

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble & Slip Injuries

Expert in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking recovery for their suffering.

Childbirth Traumas

Providing legal guidance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Crashes

Mishaps: Committed to helping patients of car accidents gain fair payout for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Collisions

Focused on providing legal advice for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Semi Collision

Providing professional legal assistance for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Dedicated to assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Impairments

Dedicated to extending compassionate legal support for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Wounds

Skilled in handling cases for people who have suffered wounds from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Fatality

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal support to ensure fairness.

Spine Harm

Specializing in assisting persons with paralysis, offering dedicated legal support to secure justice.

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