Who can claim?

We are usually instructed by the deceased’s next of kin or close family member on behalf of the loved one’s estate and all dependants.

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Who can Claim?

When claiming compensation from the defendant for the deceased’s death, we can claim on behalf of the deceased’s estate and the dependants of the deceased.

This means that we can claim the amount of compensation that the deceased would have been entitled to at the point of death. This element of the claim must be pursued by the executor or the administrator of the deceased’s estate or by anyone who can show that they were dependent on the deceased at the time of death. This means that the dependant will need to show that they relied on the deceased for financial support and/or the services (such as help with household chores and looking after children) when the deceased passed away.

“From 2021 to the end of my case, CL Medilaw were by my side. They made a complex, intimidating process feel manageable, always taking the time to explain and support me.”

“Very professional and supportive throughout. I’m grateful for CL Medilaw’s competent and accessible service.”

“I had an excellent experience from start to finish. Everything was handled professionally and with real care. CL Medilaw’s communication was brilliant and I was kept updated at every stage and always felt supported.”

“The team was approachable, quick to respond and made the whole process so much easier.”

Fatal Claims

What You Can Claim For

No amount of money is going to bring back someone who passed away due to negligence or an accident. We can ease some of the financial burden by obtaining compensation for fatalities that might have been avoided.

Meet our Team

Our experienced team will be on hand to support you throughout the claim process.

Alex Tengroth

Senior Associate

Amy Greaves

Partner

Andrew Clayton

Partner

Andrew Cragg

Partner

Ben Pepper

Senior Associate

Charlene King

Partner

Charlotte Measures

Partner

Dan Green

Partner

Dimple Raja

Senior Associate

Dominique Parker

Partner

Elise Bevan

Partner

Emma McCheyne

Senior Associate

Fran Manley

Partner

Gail Waller

Partner

James Wright

Partner

Kelly Langworthy

Partner

Kim Chamberlain

Partner

Matthew Heap

Partner

Rebecca Mather

Partner

Sarah Stuart

Senior Associate

Tim Dennis

Partner

Victoria Hubbert

Senior Associate

What should you do next?

We are usually instructed by the next of kin of the deceased but we are happy to talk to any member of the family to explore whether there a compensation claim. We are happy to act on a No Win No Fee basis so if you would like our help at this difficult time, contact our expert team to discuss your fatal claim and the tragic circumstances of your loved one’s death.

Life Changing Stories

We are dedicated to supporting the families affected by deaths due to serious injury or medical negligence. Below are some personal stories that highlight the experiences of those we’re proud to have helped along the way:

Jane’s Story: Brain Haemorrhage

|March 10, 2020|

In late March 2008, Jane collapsed at work and was unconscious for 10 minutes before she was taken to hospital by ambulance. When she [...]

Oliver’s story: Untreated sepsis

|June 13, 2019|

Illness Oliver had been a happy and healthy little boy leading up to his illness. In late October 2011, he started suffering with vomiting [...]

Richard’s Story: Mismanagement of cancer treatment

|May 23, 2019|

Cancer diagnosis We were on holiday in Spain together when Richard discovered a lump in his groin. When we returned home, he went to [...]

About Us

We make the legal side of things as easy and worry-free for you as possible during some of the most traumatic times in your life. We concentrate on getting the answers you deserve, find out why it happened and how we can help make sure it wont happen again. We are proud to be:

Client-First

You’re more than just another case to our friendly team. We’re invested in you and want to obtain the result you deserve.

Tailored-Support

Every person we represent is completely unique. We’ll adapt our strategy to suit your circumstances.

Fee-Assured

If you’re worried about the cost of bringing a claim, we offer No Win, No Fee to help secure your funding.

Results-Focused

Ultimately, everything we do is geared towards our main goal — achieving the right result for you.

Fatal Claim FAQs

Yes, there are limitations on pursuing a fatal claim in the UK. The time limit for bringing a claim is generally three years from the date of the deceased person’s death. However, there are some exceptions to this rule:

  1. If the cause of death was not immediately known, the time limit may be extended until three years from the date of knowledge.

  2. If the person bringing the claim is under 18 years of age, the time limit may be extended until three years from their 18th birthday.

  3. If the person bringing the claim has a mental disability, the time limit may be extended until they are no longer mentally disabled.

  4. In cases of medical negligence, the time limit may be extended if it can be shown that the claimant did not become aware of the negligence until after the three-year time limit had expired.