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Fatal Fall was an ‘Unlawful Killing’, However no Charges Brought
5th April 2006
In March 2005, an inquest was held into the death of Bridgend teenager Daniel Dennis, who was tragically killed in an accident at work in April 2003.
Employer Negligence
In his first week of work at a roofing company, Daniel was allowed up onto the roof of a Matalan store, without any training or safety equipment. There were no barriers in place and no guidelines provided as to where it was safe to tread. He fell through a Perspex roof light to the floor below and died in hospital.
Inquest Verdict
At the inquest, the jury reached a unanimous verdict of unlawful killing. The Crown Prosecution Service was encouraged to bring charges of manslaughter against his employers. After a year of consideration however, the CPS decided not to bring manslaughter charges against Daniel’s employer.
Application for Review
Because of the decision not to press charges, Daniel’s family intend to apply for a judicial review of the decision. Thompsons Solicitors, personal injury lawyers for The Legal Line, are acting on their behalf.
They hope to obtain an order from the court for the CPS to reconsider the matter.
Accidents at Work
Falls from a height cause serious injury to many employees each year. If you or a member of your family has been involved in an accident at work, we may be able to help. Contact The Legal Line on 0800 032 8511 or complete a claim enquiry form for cost free advice.
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