If a worker is killed on the job, the surviving spouse or dependent children may be entitled to weekly workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits are designed to provide financial support after a workplace fatality, and they continue for the surviving spouse until their death, or for dependent children until they reach adulthood or are able to earn on their own. These death claims often resolve through settlement because the underlying circumstances do not change over time. For guidance on your rights, our Rhode Island workers comp lawyers can help families understand the benefits available after a workplace fatality. You can also review our RI workers’ comp benefits for a broader understanding of how dependency claims work in Rhode Island. Exploring related topics like workers’ comp benefits for families or government benefit interactions may also be helpful.

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