Springfield Wrongful Death Attorney

If you have lost a loved one in a fatal car, truck, motorcycle, or other type of accident, dealing with the legal and financial aftermath is both painful and stressful. During this time, it can be helpful to have a lawyer look out for your family’s best interests.

At Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC, our Springfield wrongful death attorneys offer a free initial consultation to answer your questions about Illinois’ wrongful death laws and explain your rights and options. From our law offices in Springfield, our Springfield personal injury attorneys represent family members of wrongful death victims throughout central Illinois and across the state.

Meet Attorney Peter C. Beard

Peter Beard doesn’t just practice law in Springfield, he carries forward a legacy of justice that spans generations in this community. With roots tracing back to his great-great grandfather who practiced alongside local legal legends, Peter understands that fighting for injured clients isn’t just business, it’s personal.

Since earning his law degree in 1997, he’s built his reputation on the front lines, first as an Assistant States Attorney and Assistant Attorney General, then bringing that prosecutorial insight to fight for the injured at Holley, Rosen & Beard.

Whether you’re facing a catastrophic injury, fighting to restore your driver’s license, or navigating complex civil litigation, Peter combines deep local knowledge with fierce advocacy. When Springfield residents need someone who knows the courts, the community, and how to win, they turn to Peter Beard.

Meet Attorney Grady E. Holley

With over five decades of legal experience, Grady Holley has spent his entire career doing one thing exceptionally well: winning justice for injured people. Admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and courts across Illinois, Grady brings the kind of courtroom authority and trial experience that insurance companies respect and fear.

As a Fellow of the Illinois Bar Foundation and a recognized leader in personal injury and medical malpractice litigation, Grady has secured countless victories in civil jury trials and complex injury cases.

His commitment extends beyond the courtroom, serving as Chairman of the Springfield Housing Authority and on the Springfield Election Commission, because he believes justice isn’t just about individual cases, it’s about building a fairer community.

When you need a trial lawyer with the credentials, experience, and tenacity to take on any opponent, Grady Holley stands ready to fight for you.

Meet Attorney Steven J. Rosen

Steve Rosen has dedicated his career to one mission: making sure injured people get every dollar they deserve. Since joining forces with Grady Holley to form Holley and Rosen, Steve has built a reputation for relentless advocacy in personal injury, workers’ compensation, and medical malpractice cases.

Recognized for academic excellence in law school with the American Jurisprudence Award, Steve brings both legal precision and fierce determination to every case. He successfully represented clients facing life-altering injuries and wrongful death, taking on insurance companies and corporate defendants who thought they could outlast or outspend his clients.

Whether you’re recovering from a personal injury, fighting for workers’ compensation benefits, or seeking justice after medical negligence, Steve understands that your case represents your future and he fights like it. With him, you get more than an attorney; you get an advocate who won’t stop until justice is served.

Call Our Springfield Wrongful Death Attorneys Today

Our Springfield wrongful death attorneys serve clients throughout central Illinois and are ready to help you. We offer a free, confidential initial consultation to discuss your case and explore your legal options. Call us today at (877) 671-5884 or send us an email to schedule your consultation with our experienced legal team.

Why Choose Us at Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC?

At Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC, our legal team is consistently working to build a strong legal action for you. We bring with us confidence and a fight that stems from our passion for providing our clients with answers and solutions. If you are struggling with the loss of your family member, there are several reasons why you want our wrongful death attorney in Springfield by your side:

• Critical experience. Having served our clients since 1990, our law firm has experienced wrongful death attorneys you can rely on to help you navigate these very complex cases.
• Trusted with a strong reputation. Our law firm is recognized for providing exceptional legal support for our clients and aggressive support for their legal needs.
• Experience in the toughest cases. Wrongful death claims are complex because there are so many ways insurance companies try to mitigate their losses. We fight back.

You can depend on Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC, to remain by your side through this very difficult time. You can expect us to fight for justice for your loved one.

Should I File A Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

If your family member’s death was caused by the negligence of another party, you will have a right to seek compensation for losses such as:

• Funeral expenses
• Medical expenses incurred prior to death
• Pain and suffering prior to death
• Lost financial support
• Loss of consortium for a spouse
• Loss of love and affection
• Loss of society

Damages in a wrongful death case are typically paid by the insurance company of the at-fault party. While nothing can bring your family member back, filing a wrongful death can help the survivors deal with the financial and emotional issues caused by the death.

Proving negligence in a wrongful death case can be difficult. There may not be witnesses, or the only witness may be the person who caused the accident. It often takes a lawyer’s help to hold the negligent party accountable. Our lawyers will hire accident reconstructionists and investigators as necessary to give you the answers you need and help your family obtain a measure of justice.

How to Prove Negligence in a Springfield Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

To prove negligence, our attorneys must do the following:

• Demonstrate a duty of care. This includes documenting that your family member had the right to expect to be safe.
• Demonstrate a breach of duty of care. Show that, in some way, the at-fault party breached or failed their duty of care.
• Show the accident is the result. The next step is to show that the breach of that duty of care directly caused the accident.
• The accident caused the death. This requires demonstrating that the person’s death was related to this accident.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death

Wrongful death occurs any time another person’s negligent actions cause the death of another party. There are many factors that contribute to these cases, but some of the most common causes of wrongful death include:

• Car accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Falls from heights
• Medical malpractice due to surgical errors
• Medication errors
• Workplace accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Bicycle accidents

How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Illinois?

In Illinois, the victim’s family or legal representative has 2 years from the date of the person’s death to file a claim in a court of law. This is not the same as a claim for coverage by an insurance company. That could be sooner.

As a family member or legal representative, it is critical to contact an attorney as soon as possible. Doing so can help minimize the risk of being unable to find evidence or other data to prove losses owed to you.

If you are not sure if there is still time to take action, give our legal team a call. We are happy to answer your questions on the statute of limitations.

Testimonials

“Steve Rosen and his staff are excellent at their jobs . If it wasn’t for them, especially Steve, I don’t know how I would have made it through my ordeal!. Definitely a 5 star business. Would and have recommend this business several times . Thank you , Holley , Rosen and Beard!”

-Shari H.

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“Pete Beard and his firm handled my case and did a fantastic job throughout the whole proceedings and kept me well informed at every stage. Highly recommended!”

-Nathan W.

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“Pete Beard and his firm handled my case very professionally the entire time! He was a true advocate for me and what I had been through. I would definitely use him again if I ever needed too!”

-Kelsi W.

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Areas We Serve

Our Springfield wrongful death attorneys proudly serve the following neighborhoods:

Downtown | Historic West Side | Vinegar Hill | Old Aristocracy Hill | Enos Park | Harvard Park | Pillsbury District | Lincoln Park | Washington Park | East Springfield | Mather & Wells | Oak Ridge | Lake Springfield | Twin Lakes | Hawthorne Place | Laketown | Toronto | Country Club Estates

Contact an Experienced Springfield Wrongful Death Lawyer

For more information or a free case evaluation, call our Springfield wrongful death attorneys at (217) 632-8131 or (877) 671-5884 or fill out the contact form right here on our site.