A livestock injury claim allows workers, farmers, visitors, and bystanders injured by cattle, horses, sheep, or other livestock to seek compensation. Our legal team ensures you receive the support needed to make a successful claim.

Who Can Make a Livestock Injury Claim?

✔ Farm workers – Injured while handling or transporting livestock.
✔ Visitors to farms – If the farm owner failed to implement safety measures.
✔ Veterinarians and contractors – Injured while treating or working with animals.
✔ Pedestrians and road users – If livestock caused an accident due to improper containment.

If your injury resulted from poor handling, inadequate safety procedures, or negligence, our solicitors can assist in filing your claim.

Common Causes of Livestock Injuries

Livestock accidents can occur due to animal behaviour, inadequate safety precautions, or farm owner negligence. Our solicitors investigate the circumstances of your accident to determine liability.

Most Common Causes of Livestock Injuries

✔ Animal attacks – Bites, kicks, or trampling by cattle, horses, or sheep.
✔ Inadequate fencing or enclosures – Livestock escaping and causing injuries.
✔ Lack of protective gear – Failure to provide gloves, helmets, or shields.
✔ Improper handling procedures – Mishandling animals leading to injury.
✔ Dangerous working conditions – Slippery surfaces, unstable gates, or unsecured equipment.
✔ Livestock on public roads – Accidents caused by animals straying onto highways.

What to Do After a Livestock Injury

Taking the correct steps after a livestock accident is crucial to strengthening your claim. Our legal team ensures you receive the legal assistance needed.

Key Steps to Take After a Livestock Accident

✔ Seek medical attention – Get immediate treatment and keep medical records.
✔ Report the incident – Notify the farm owner, employer, or relevant authority.
✔ Gather evidence – Take photos of the scene, any injuries, and the animals involved.
✔ Obtain witness statements – Statements from farm workers or bystanders can support your case.
✔ Document financial losses – Keep records of medical expenses and lost earnings.
✔ Contact our solicitors – Our legal team will assess your claim and handle all legal aspects.

How to Make a Livestock Injury Claim

To succeed in a livestock injury claim, you must prove negligence caused the accident. Our solicitors guide you through every step of the claims process.

Key Stages in the Claims Process

✔ Initial consultation – Our solicitors assess your case details.
✔ Medical assessment – Independent specialists evaluate your injuries.
✔ Gathering evidence – Collecting reports, witness statements, and safety records.
✔ Proving liability – Establishing responsibility for the accident.
✔ Submitting the claim – Filing with the Personal Injuries Assessment Board (PIAB).
✔ Negotiating compensation – Securing a fair settlement based on injury severity.
✔ Court proceedings if necessary – Our legal team represents you if litigation is required.

What Compensation Can You Claim for a Livestock Injury?

Compensation covers medical costs, rehabilitation, lost wages, and pain and suffering caused by the accident.

Types of Compensation Available

✔ General damages – For pain, suffering, and psychological trauma.
✔ Medical expenses – Covering hospital treatment, physiotherapy, and prescriptions.
✔ Loss of earnings – Compensation for missed work and future income loss.
✔ Rehabilitation costs – Covering therapy, specialist care, and counselling.
✔ Special damages – Additional financial losses related to the injury.

Time Limits for Livestock Injury Claims in Ireland

In Ireland, you have two years from the date of the accident to make a claim. Acting quickly ensures stronger evidence and a better case outcome.

Key Timeframes to Consider

✔ Seek medical attention immediately – Medical reports strengthen your case.
✔ Report the accident promptly – Log it with the farm owner or employer.
✔ Act within two years – Claims made after this period may not be accepted.

Challenges in Livestock Injury Claims

Livestock claims can be complex, especially if farm owners, insurers, or employers dispute liability. Our legal team ensures the best possible outcome.

Common Issues in Livestock Injury Claims

✔ Farm owner denying responsibility – Claiming all safety measures were in place.
✔ Lack of accident documentation – Missing reports can weaken the case.
✔ Insurance company undervaluing compensation – Attempting to reduce payouts.
✔ Fear of employer retaliation – Workers are legally protected from unfair dismissal.

Why Choose Our Solicitors for Livestock Injury Claims?

✔ Specialist agricultural accident solicitors – Extensive experience handling livestock-related injury claims.
✔ Comprehensive legal support – Managing every stage of the claim efficiently.
✔ Maximising compensation – Ensuring you receive the best possible settlement.

Contact Our Solicitors for Expert Legal Advice

If you have suffered a livestock-related injury, our solicitors can help you claim the compensation you deserve.

Contact our solicitors today to discuss your livestock injury claim in Ireland.