Dependency & Bereavement Support Solicitors in Northern Ireland
If you’ve lost a loved one due to an accident or negligence, you may be entitled to dependency and bereavement compensation. Our solicitors provide clear advice and guide you through the legal process step by step, with no upfront costs to begin your claim.
A dependency and bereavement claim is brought when a person dies due to another party’s negligence and their family or dependants suffer financial and emotional loss as a result.
These claims focus on supporting those left behind by recognising both:
Bereavement – the emotional loss suffered by close family members
Dependency – the financial and practical support the deceased provided
Dependency and bereavement claims commonly follow:
Road traffic fatalities
Workplace fatalities
Medical negligence fatalities
Construction or industrial accidents
Fatal public place accidents
Who Can Bring a Dependency or Bereavement Claim?
Claims can be brought in Northern Ireland courts under UK personal injury law by close family members or dependants of the deceased, including:
A spouse or civil partner
Children (including adult children)
Parents
Other financial dependants
What Can You Claim Compensation For?
Dependency and bereavement claims may include compensation for:
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No Upfront Costs to Begin a Dependency or Bereavement Claim
You can begin a dependency or bereavement claim without paying legal fees at the outset. Our team will review the circumstances of the case and explain the options available before the claim moves forward.
Direct Access to a Solicitor for Your Bereavement Claim
You will deal directly with an experienced solicitor who understands dependency and bereavement claims in and can answer your questions throughout the process.
Local Legal Support Across Northern Ireland
With offices in Belfast and Derry / Londonderry, we provide trusted legal support to families across Northern Ireland who have lost a loved one due to an accident or negligence. Our team understands the local courts, legal procedures, and the sensitive nature of these types of claims.
Experience Handling Dependency and Bereavement Claims
Dependency claims may arise when family members relied financially or emotionally on someone who has died due to an accident or negligence. Our solicitors regularly assist families across with claims that address financial loss, funeral expenses, and the impact of losing a loved one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Dependency and Bereavement Support Claims in Northern Ireland
A dependency or bereavement support claim may arise when a person dies due to another party’s negligence and their family members suffer financial or emotional loss as a result.
Certain close family members or dependants, such as spouses, civil partners, children, or others who relied financially on the deceased, may be entitled to pursue a claim depending on the circumstances.
Financial dependency refers to situations where family members relied on the deceased person’s income or financial support to cover living costs such as housing, food, childcare, or other essential expenses.
Bereavement support refers to compensation that may be awarded in recognition of the emotional loss suffered by certain close relatives following the death of a loved one.
In some cases, children who depended on a parent for financial or practical support may be able to pursue a claim through a legal representative.
Losses may include loss of financial support, childcare assistance, household services, and other forms of practical help the deceased person previously provided.
Evidence may include financial records, employment documents, household expense records, witness statements, and other documentation showing the level of dependency on the deceased.
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.
In some cases, personal injury claims in Northern Ireland may be handled under a conditional fee agreement, often referred to as “No Win No Fee.” This generally means that you may not have to pay legal fees if the claim is unsuccessful. A solicitor will explain the fee arrangements clearly before the case begins so you understand how the process works and what costs may apply.
Families can begin by contacting a solicitor and explaining the circumstances surrounding the loss of their loved one. The solicitor can review the details and explain whether a claim may be possible and what steps may be taken next.
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