Wrongful Death Claims
If you’ve lost a loved one and believe you may be entitled to a wrongful death claim, the team at Tylers Solicitors is here to provide sensitive, compassionate support. We’ll guide you through the wrongful death claims process to help you get the closure you need.
Compensation for wrongful death
Losing a loved one can be a devastating experience. When a wrongful death occurs, the tragedy can be even more challenging for friends and family to face.
Whether you’ve experienced a bereavement due to wrongful death caused by medical negligence, a road traffic accident, or any other circumstance, you may be faced with navigating finances, planning a funeral, and working through grief.
Here at Tylers Solicitors, we understand how difficult it can be to process a wrongful death. That’s why our compassionate team is on hand to support you if you decide to claim wrongful death compensation.
While we support many claimants with personal injury claims, we also have the experience to help you get the wrongful death compensation you’re entitled to after losing a loved one. Whether you’re looking to claim against an individual or a company for the death of a loved one, we are here for you.
Learn more about wrongful death compensation claims, and please don’t hesitate to contact our team of compassionate solicitors on 0800 699 0079 or via our online contact form.
What constitutes a wrongful death?
We recognise that losing a loved one under any circumstances is incredibly challenging and distressing. However, if you are considering claiming compensation, it’s important to understand what counts as a ‘wrongful death’
In law, a wrongful death is that which has occurred due to failings in medical treatments, workplace safety, or avoidable road traffic accidents.
Here at Tylers Solicitors, we can help you to claim against the individual, company or local council responsible for the death of a close family member. We can answer any questions you might have and help you understand if you’re eligible to claim.
Please call us on 0800 699 0079 or fill out our contact form. Our wrongful death solicitors will get back to you as soon as possible.
What are the most common causes of wrongful death in the UK?
Most cases of wrongful death are caused by medical negligence. This is where, due to avoidable mistakes, a loved one has died. Medical negligence leading to a wrongful death might be due to:
- Late diagnoses
- An incorrect diagnosis
- Surgical errors
- A medical professional not taking complaints seriously
- Deliberate malpractice
- The incorrect administration of drugs
Other causes of wrongful death can include:
- Accidents at work, which might be due to faulty machinery or equipment, improper training, industrial diseases, or another person’s negligent action.
- Road traffic accidents, due to dangerous driving, poor road conditions, or another road user’s negligence.
- A faulty product or mislabelled food which may lead to a fatal allergic reaction.
Whether you’re looking to claim compensation for wrongful death due to medical negligence or another cause, we can help you work out if you have a valid claim.
How much can I claim?
Who is entitled to claim for wrongful death compensation?
There are specific guidelines on who can claim wrongful death compensation. Usually, it is only direct family members, including:
- The deceased person’s spouse, civil partner, or a partner they cohabited with for at least two years
- Children or descendants of the deceased person
Parents of the deceased person - Siblings or other direct relatives of the deceased person
If you are unsure whether you’re entitled to claim following a loved one’s untimely death, call Tylers Solicitors on 0800 699 0079 today. We can help you understand if you have a valid case.
What does wrongful death compensation cover?
When you seek wrongful death compensation following the death of a loved one, several elements will be taken into account. If your claim is successful, you will receive:
- Compensation for any suffering the family members have experienced
- Compensation for any dependents of the deceased person
- Compensation to cover funeral costs
What evidence do you need to make a wrongful death claim?
The most important part of making a wrongful death compensation claim is to be able to prove that your loved one’s death was caused by another party’s negligence.
There are a number of documents and pieces of evidence that can support your case, including:
- The deceased person’s medical records
- Their death certificate
- A coroner’s report
- Witness statements or contact details of anyone who may have witnessed the death or mistreatment
- Visual evidence of injuries or the accident scene, if applicable
- Police reports may also be necessary if the death was considered a criminal act
If you don’t have access to these, don’t worry — our expert wrongful death solicitors will be able to help you gather everything you need.
Why choose Tylers Solicitors for support with your wrongful death claim?
With 15 years of experience in supporting claimants, we have the knowledge and training to help you get the compensation you deserve. When it comes to handling wrongful death claims, we offer a compassionate and caring approach. We recognise how challenging bereavement can be and will work with you in a sensitive way.
We also work on a no-win, no-fee basis, which means you won’t pay us a penny unless your wrongful death claim is successful — we recover our cost from your settlement. This approach also means you won’t need to worry about upfront costs, so that you can start your claim as soon as possible.
Whether you’ve lost a spouse, parent, child, or another family member through wrongful death — due to medical negligence or another cause — our experienced team can help you get the compensation you’re entitled to.
For further support, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team on 0800 699 0079 or fill out our online contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Wrongful Death Compensation Amounts
When it comes to wrongful death compensation, the amount you could be entitled to depends on a range of factors. For example, if you lost a loved one with multiple dependents, you may be able to claim more compensation.
The circumstances of the wrongful death will also impact how much you can claim. If death was easily avoided, you may be able to claim more compensation.
If you’re looking to claim for wrongful death compensation, including funeral costs, we are here for you — please feel free to contact our supportive solicitors today.
Need more information? Don’t worry, one of our professional claims solicitors will advise you along the way
Contact us on 0800 699 0079 or via our online contact form to start your claim today!
Bereavement Award following a wrongful death
The Bereavement Award is a fixed amount of £15,120. The spouse, partner, or parent of the deceased person may be eligible for this.
Wrongful death compensation due to a workplace accident
If you’ve lost a loved one due to an accident at work or industrial disease, we can work with you to get the compensation you need to support your family. Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to £550,000+, including additional claims.
Compensation for a wrongful death due to medical negligence
If you’ve lost a loved one due to medical negligence, you may be entitled to claim compensation. This could be due to improper treatment, a misdiagnosis, or even ignoring particular symptoms and complaints. As mentioned above, compensation awards could be £550,000+, including additional claims.
Compensation for wrongful death compensation caused by road traffic accidents
Traffic accidents, including cars and motorcycles, are some of the most common causes of wrongful deaths in the UK. If you’ve lost a loved one due to a traffic accident that wasn’t their fault, you may be able to claim £550,000+ in compensation (including additional claims).
Compensation amounts to cover funeral expenses
In addition to claiming for the impact on your life, you can also claim for any associated funeral expenses. In most cases, you could claim up to £10,000 for the funeral costs, but it can occasionally be higher.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a wrongful death lawsuit?
When you file a compensation claim following the wrongful death of a loved one, it will lead to a ‘wrongful death lawsuit’. This is a civil claim, where you can claim compensation following the death of a family member due to negligence.
Can you sue for wrongful death in the UK?
Yes, if you have lost a family member through a wrongful death caused by another party’s negligence in the UK, you may be able to claim compensation.
How long do I have to claim wrongful death compensation?
The timeframe for making a wrongful death compensation claim is the same as a personal injury claim. You have up to three years to file the initial claim.
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