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Coroner

A coroner is a public official who is responsible for investigating sudden, unexpected, or unexplained deaths. They are appointed by the Crown and work independently from the police, although they may work closely with them in some cases.

When a death occurs in a way that is not readily explainable, the coroner will be called to investigate. This is called an inquest.

The role of the coroner is to identify the cause of death and how, when, and where the person died. They will gather evidence from witnesses, medical professionals, and any other relevant sources.

A coroner’s investigation may be relevant to a personal injury claim if you are making a claim following the death of a loved one. For example, if someone dies while receiving treatment in a hospital, the coroner may investigate the circumstances of the death. If the investigation reveals that the negligence of a healthcare professional caused the death, this information could be used as evidence in a medical negligence claim.

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Last edited on 17th Dec 2024

With over 15 years’ experience in the legal sector, Nicholas Tate (LLB Hons, LLM in Health Law) has extensive experience across all areas of personal injury and medical negligence claims.