Fatal Accident Claims: Fatal Work Accident Claims

Have you lost a loved one in a fatal accident?  if so, it  is obviously incredibly traumatic, and you will have financial and childcare matters that need dealing with urgently which can add pressure and distractions from the time you need to grieve for a family member. The last thing you may be thinking about is making a fatal accident claim against the person or persons responsible.  However, at Grieves Solicitors, our team of experienced and understanding solicitors has helped ease the burden on those who have lost a loved one by assisting them in making a claim for compensation for a fatal accident claim. If someone you depended on has died as a result of negligence by a third party, contact us today FREE on 0800 0747 644 or complete our Free Online Enquiry.

Who can make a fatal accident claim?

Anyone who is dependent on the deceased can make a fatal accident claim, according to the terms of the Fatal Accidents Act 1976 and whether or not the accident was caused by somebody else's negligence. A dependent is an individual who relies on financial or emotional support from the deceased and includes:

• Children
• Surviving Married or civil partner
• Cohabiting partner of two years or more
• Unmarried couples (living together as husband and wife/same sex couples for at least 2 years prior to death)

In some cases, former partners may also be entitled to compensation to help with day-to-day living. If youre unsure whether you qualify as a dependent, contact Grieves Solicitors for free legal advice.

What compensation am I entitled to?

The amount of financial assistance differs case by case, but a claim can cover:

• Funeral expenses
• Loss of income
• Pain and suffering
• Probate expenses
• Childcare, DIY and housework costs

The deceased marital partner and children aged under 18 at the date of death are also entitled to a statutory bereavement award, which is a fixed sum of £15,120, and is in addition to any other claim put forward.