What is a work-related Death?
We provide advice and assistance to families and friends bereaved as a result of a work-related death. But what exactly is a work-related death? This is a death that takes place as a result of some form of work activity. The person who dies may be a worker killed on a construction site, in a factory or on a farm, or in other workplaces; or the person may be a member of the public who is killed in a train crash, in a hospital, or whilst involved in recreational activities. Such deaths will often raise questions about the adequacy or otherwise of the working practices of a company or other sort of organisation. If you are unsure whether a death is work-related, contact us and we will advise you. Back to Top Claims for Compensation As a result of the death of your relative or partner, you may well have a civil law claim for compensation. Since the Centre itself only provides advice and guidance on the inquest and the criminal justice process, we can not assist you in any compensation clai
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