Personal Injury
Kingsley Napley LLP
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We - Fatal Workplace Accident Specialists | Home | Services | Personal Injury | Workplace Accidents | Fatal Accidents | Agriculture | Contact Six-Figure Settlement for the Widow of a Man in His 40s Who Died in a Farming Accident at Work - Case Study Navigation: Personal Injury > Workplace Accidents > Fatal Claims > Case Studies Publication Date: 2024 Practice Area: Personal Injury & Workplace Accidents Tragic Workplace Death: We secured a six-figure settlement for the widow of a man in his 40s who was tragically killed in a farming accident while working on agricultural premises. This case demonstrates the devastating consequences of workplace safety failures in the farming industry. Prime of Life Loss: The deceased was a man in his 40s, in the prime of his working life, who was supporting his family through his employment in the agricultural sector. His death has left his widow and family facing not only emotional devastation but also significant financial hardship. Farming Accident Circumstances: The fatal accident occurred during normal farming operations, highlighting the inherent dangers in agricultural work and the critical importance of proper safety measures, equipment maintenance, and risk assessment in farming environments. Workplace Safety Failures: Our investigation revealed failures in workplace safety procedures, inadequate risk assessment, and breaches of health and safety regulations that contributed to the fatal accident and could have been prevented with proper safety measures. Dependency Impact: The death of the primary breadwinner has had profound financial implications for the surviving family, who have lost their main source of income and financial security at a time when they are dealing with overwhelming grief. Family Support Needs: The widow faces the challenge of rebuilding her life and potentially supporting children as a single parent, requiring financial resources to maintain the family's standard of living and meet ongoing expenses.
Measurable Results
Six-figure settlement secured for widow of man in his 40s who died in farming accident at work. Substantial compensation achieved providing financial security for surviving family and recognizing the devastating impact of losing the primary breadwinner in a preventable workplace tragedy.