Lost a loved one in an accident in Northern Ireland?

A fatal injury claim is a legal process where the family or dependants of a deceased person seek compensation if the person's death was caused by someone else's negligence or fault, such as in a road traffic accident, workplace accident, or due to medical malpractice.

The amount depends on the financial support the family has lost, funeral costs, bereavement damages where they apply, and what the person went through before they died. We can explain what your family's claim may be worth.

In Northern Ireland, you usually have three years from the date of death, or from when you first knew the death was linked to someone's fault, if that is later. However, it's advisable to contact us as soon as possible to ensure we can gather all necessary evidence and protect your rights.

Yes, you can claim for the loss of financial support if you were financially dependent on the deceased. This can include lost wages, pensions, or other financial contributions they would have provided.

Yes. The cost of the funeral can be claimed as part of the compensation for the loss of your loved one.

You can claim for fatal injuries caused by road traffic accidents, workplace accidents, medical negligence, and other tragic incidents where negligence played a role in the death of a loved one

Yes. If the fatal injury occurred due to unsafe working conditions or employer negligence, the family of the deceased may be entitled to compensation under workplace liability laws.

Yes, if your loved one's death was caused by a preventable medical error or negligence, we can help you pursue a claim for compensation.

You will need evidence such as medical records, accident reports, witness statements, funeral expenses, and any other relevant documentation to support your claim.

Yes. Even if the deceased was partially responsible for the accident, compensation can still be pursued under the principle of contributory negligence.

Yes. You can claim for the emotional trauma, distress, and bereavement caused by the untimely death of your loved one.

We will thoroughly investigate the incident and gather evidence to challenge any defense and ensure the responsible party is held accountable for their actions.

If the responsible party is uninsured or underinsured, we can help you pursue your claim through the Motor Insurers' Bureau (MIB) or other appropriate legal avenues.

To begin, simply contact us by phone, email, or via our online form. We offer a free consultation to discuss the details of your case and guide you through the next steps.

Every claim is different. Claims after a death can take longer, especially where there is an inquest or an HSENI or police investigation.

Most claims settle without going to court. If yours does go to court, we represent you.

If the death was within the last three years, you can usually still claim. In some cases the time limit runs from a later date. The sooner you contact us, the better, to ensure we have all the necessary evidence.

There are no upfront fees. If your claim succeeds, the other side pays your legal costs. If it doesn't, our legal insurance covers the costs.

Before accepting any settlement, we recommend discussing it with us first. An early offer from an insurer may not cover the family's full losses. We can tell you what the claim is likely to be worth before you decide.

Yes, if the fatal accident was caused by unsafe road conditions or insufficient road maintenance, we can help you claim compensation from the responsible authority or entity.

Possibly. As well as a spouse and children, dependants include a partner who lived with them for at least two years, parents, brothers, sisters and some other relatives. What matters is whether you were financially dependent on them. Bereavement damages are limited to a spouse or civil partner, or the parents of an unmarried child under 18.