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If a family member died following a workplace accident, we can help you explore dependency and fatal injury claims. Our expert solicitors help clients across Dublin, Galway, Cork, Donegal, and beyond with no upfront fees.
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What Is a Workplace Fatality Claim?

A workplace fatality claim is a type of fatal injury claim made when someone loses their life in an accident at work caused by employer negligence or unsafe conditions.

Employers have a legal duty to keep workers safe. If this duty is not met and a fatal accident happens, families may be entitled to seek compensation and hold those responsible accountable.

Workplace fatality claims may arise from:
Construction site accidents
Falls from height
Machinery or forklift accidents
Crush injuries or collapses
Exposure to hazardous substances
Lack of training, supervision, or safety equipment

Who Can Bring a Workplace Fatality Claim?

Claims can be brought in courts under UK personal injury law by the dependants or close family members of the deceased. This may include:
A spouse or civil partner
Children (including adult children)
Parents
Other dependants who relied financially on the deceased

What Can You Claim Compensation For?

Workplace fatality claims may include compensation for both financial loss and emotional suffering, including:
A statutory bereavement award
Loss of financial dependency
Funeral and related expenses
Loss of services provided by the deceased
Medical expenses incurred prior to death
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How to Make a Workplace Fatalities in 3 Simple Steps

Step 1

Fill in our quick online form with your contact details and a brief summary of what happened.

Step 2

One of our solicitors will call you for a consultation at a convenient time.

Step 3

We’ll provide a no-obligation assessment and advise you on the next steps in your claim.
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Why People Across Choose Us for a Workplace Fatality Claim

No Upfront Costs to Begin Your Workplace Fatality Claim

You can begin a workplace fatality claim in without paying any legal fees upfront. Our team will sensitively review the circumstances of the incident and clearly explain your options from the outset, whether the loss occurred in Dublin, Cork, Galway, or Donegal.

Direct Access to a Solicitor for Your Workplace Fatality Case

You will deal directly with an experienced solicitor who understands workplace fatality claims in . They will guide families through the legal process with care, explaining liability, employer responsibilities, and the steps involved in bringing a claim following a fatal workplace incident.

Local Legal Support Across

We provide trusted legal support to families across , including Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Donegal. Our team understands Irish health and safety legislation, employer duties under workplace safety law, and the Personal Injuries Resolution Board (PIAB) process relevant to workplace fatality claims.

Experience Handling Workplace Fatality Claims

Workplace fatalities can occur in high-risk environments such as construction sites, factories, warehouses, farms, and industrial settings. Our solicitors regularly assist families with workplace fatality claims involving preventable accidents caused by unsafe systems of work, lack of training, defective equipment, and breaches of safety regulations across .

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Road Traffic Fatalities in
A road traffic fatality claim may arise when a person dies as a result of injuries sustained in a road traffic accident caused by another road user’s negligence.
A claim is usually brought by the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate. Certain family members or dependants may also be entitled to claim depending on the circumstances.
Fatal accidents may involve cars, motorcycles, cyclists, pedestrians, buses, or commercial vehicles. They can occur due to speeding, dangerous driving, distracted driving, or failure to follow road safety rules.
Compensation may include funeral costs, financial dependency losses, and other financial impacts on family members who relied on the deceased for support.
In some circumstances, a claim may still be possible even if the driver responsible for the accident cannot be identified. A solicitor can explain the options available in these situations.
Families may wish to obtain any available information about the accident, including police reports and witness details, and consider seeking legal advice to understand their rights.
Evidence may include police investigation reports, accident reconstruction reports, witness statements, medical records, and documentation showing financial dependency.
In most cases, a claim must be started within three years from the date of death or from the date when the cause of death became known.
Families can start by contacting a solicitor and explaining the circumstances surrounding the accident. The solicitor will review the details and explain whether a claim may be possible and what steps can be taken next.
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