Fatalities claims and inquests

About fatal accidents and inquests

Whilst money is likely the last thing on your mind following a fatal accident, our sensitive legal expertise aims to help secure the financial stability needed following the loss of a loved one. Our compassionate and caring service aims to get you the justice deserved, as thoughtfully as possible.

Losing a family member is not only emotionally damaging, but can lead to a significant loss of household income. We have supported thousands of people through some of their most challenging moments, securing compensation to support long-term family recovery including inquest representation, loss of earnings, general damages or bereavement counselling. We are committed to handling your case with respect and sensitivity.

How our fatality and inquest lawyers can help

If you have lost a loved one due to an accident or negligent treatment and need legal advice, our fatality and inquest solicitors are here to support you. We guide families through complex claims following a death caused by medical negligence or an accident, helping you understand what options are available, and next steps.

We have experience advising on claims brought on behalf of estates and dependants, including compensation for pre-death pain and suffering, financial losses and loss of support. This can include funeral expenses, loss of earnings, and the loss of essential services provided by your loved one. We can also advise on statutory bereavement awards where applicable.

We can sometimes represent you at an inquest, helping to establish what happened and make sure that the right questions are asked, giving you the clarity needed to decide on any next steps.

How inquests and fatality claims work

It is understandable that you might feel overwhelmed, and even frustrated, with the thought of having to take legal action following a death. Our team are here to help you begin to make sense of the process.

Whether it is help with inquest representation or advice on making a claim, we will guide you through with clarity and care. We take the time to explain who can bring a claim, whether as a personal representative or dependant, and the different types of claims that may be available, including those on behalf of the estate and for loss of financial support.

If an inquest is needed, we can sometimes represent you, helping to ensure the right questions are asked so you gain a clear understanding of what happened.

We are transparent from your first conversation with us, so you will have a clear understanding of your financial options, such as no-win-no-fee, enabling you to make informed decisions from the start.