All too often death is caused by someone else’s negligence. The grieving process is compounded by questions as to why such a tragedy occurred.
With regard to fatal incidences we can at least take some of the strain and assist you with legal representation if required.
The death of a loved one will be considered by an inquest. The coroner will consider how the deceased came by his death by hearing evidence from the family, any witnesses the police and doctors.
The inquest is a fact finding exercise. The Coroner is expressly forbidden to consider criminal responsibility on the part of any named individual or civil responsibility such as the negligence of a doctor.
Inquests can be extremely useful to help us advise you as to the potential of a negligence claim. An early instruction will enable us to either represent you at an inquest, instruct a barrister or give advice as to how the inquest will be dealt with.
With the advancement of human rights, the recoverability of costs for an attendance at the inquest may be considered as reasonable in some circumstances. However, the Courts do not always allow costs for the Inquest and in some circumstances it is necessary for us to ask you to pay for this representation.
Please note that legal representation is a matter of choice and not a necessity. However, if we can help please contact penny.langdon@wellerslawgroup.com tel: 0208 290 7958
