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About Carlson Bier Associates

Should you need a proficient and experienced wrongful death attorney, Carlson Bier is committed to meeting your needs with utmost integrity and dedication. As an established Illinois law firm, we specialize in personal injury litigation, focusing particularly on wrongful death cases. We understand how painful it can be to lose a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct. We work relentlessly to ensure that justice is served for families in the most trying times of their lives.

Our legal team has a collective expertise honed by years of practicing nuanced law areas such as these. We are well-equipped with strategic decision-making skills needed for meticulous case-building, helping secure rightful compensation for surviving family members.

Carlson Bier’s reputation comes from our consistent pursuit of truth along with our highest regard for professional ethics and empathy towards clients. Remember – in moments where you feel powerless against the loss inflicted upon you undeservedly; there’s always Carlson Bier – A name synonymous with relentless advocacy when representing those who’ve suffered an irrevocable personal loss due to wrongful death incidents.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Hennepin Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are seasoned personal injury attorneys dedicated to representing and advocating for those who have suffered an immeasurable loss as a result of wrongful death. A wrongful death claim can arise from various instances such as negligence, vehicle accidents, professional malpractice among others in the state of Illinois. Our commitment is guided by the principle that justice must be served for your peace of mind and closure.

Wrongful death is when an individual loses their life due to another party’s unintentional or intentional act causing harm. This engenders legal nuances that vary broadly depending on each unique circumstance surrounding the incident. With years of broad-ranging experience handling these particular cases, our team offers unrivaled expertise to navigate this intricate process successfully.

We diligently handle all aspects related to wrongful death claims including but not limited to:

– Comprehensive investigation of the circumstances surrounding your case.

– Accumulating suitable evidence supporting your claim.

– Determining accountable parties.

– Expertly assessing total damages endured like loss of future earnings, medical expenses, funeral costs etc.

– Negotiating with insurance companies and opposing counsels in pursuit of maximum compensation you deserve.

Our expansive knowledge enables us to help families understand rights under the Illinois Wrongful Death Act which seeks to compensate spouses, children or next-of-kin recovering from emotional trauma because it matters who you choose to stand up for your rights and fight tirelessly so you get justice served.

Accurate computation of compensations awarded is a critical phase in pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit thus relying on experienced professionals ensures no stone is left unturned. While no amount can substitute loss endured, financial compensation aids towards smoothening recovery times while assuring our clients’ financial stability during such tormenting moments.

For those lamentably affected by wrongful deaths involving minors, noticeably unique rules apply such as limitations in filing lawsuits beyond specific periods (known as the Statute Of Limitations) hence necessitating timely actions in filing claims promptly. The Carlson Bier team assures our clients of cautious navigation in these dialogs to accomplish worthwhile outcomes that favor their heartfelt interests.

In wrongful death scenarios, two types of cases are generally filed; Survival Actions and Wrongful Death Actions. While the latter seeks recompense for the next-of-kin for loss suffered due to an untimely demise, survival actions cater towards recuperating punitive damages such as pain and suffering the deceased might have experienced before passing away. With these broad spectra of complex applications surrounding a wrongful death claim, you need competent representation from lawyers versed with intricacies relating specifically to Illinois State Laws.

Losing a beloved one creates emotional torments that last lifetimes hence entrusting your fight for justice with compassionate legal professionals dedicated towards pursuing rightful compensations dignifies lost lives while aiding healing processes immensely. At Carlson Bier, we take pride in offering understanding yet resilient advocacy during these emotionally testing times providing assurance that each case is treated individually because each unique circumstance matters greatly.

We deeply grasp how financially straining these proceedings can get; thus, we steadfastly operate on contingency basis ensuring our fees only become applicable once we successfully win* your case – just another aspect demonstrating our confidence and commitment toward getting you justice deserved.

Value is more than winning your case – it is about seeing through every step lent by professional guidance, soothing compassion, trusted experience and deft expertise aimed at achieving amicable success over hardship endured during wrongful deaths situations. Reach out today for a consultation session with one of our attorneys offering learned advice so informed decisions can be made confidently and promptly.

For an estimate regarding what your case could potentially be worth monetarily, we invite you to click on the button below which connects you directly to one of our friendly legal consultants who will guide you thoughtfully on this important journey seeking absolute justice because at Carlson Bier Disability Attorneys Group – Your recovery starts right here!

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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 Hennepin

Cycling Collisions

Focused on legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Scald Damages

Extending skilled legal assistance for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Physician Carelessness

Ensuring dedicated legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Fault

Handling cases involving dangerous products, offering adept legal support to clients affected by faulty goods.

Elder Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Trip Occurrences

Professional in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking justice for their suffering.

Newborn Harms

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Focused on assisting sufferers of car accidents gain reasonable recompense for harms and impairment.

Scooter Crashes

Focused on providing representation for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Truck Accident

Ensuring specialist legal advice for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for hurts.

Construction Mishaps

Concentrated on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Injuries

Expert in ensuring dedicated legal assistance for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Skilled in addressing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Specializing in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Undeserved Fatality

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and expert legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Focused on representing persons with paralysis, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure settlement.

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