Where an individual dies unnaturally, for instance as a result of an accident at work, a Coroner may call an inquest to establish what happened and determine how the person died. An inquest can be a daunting process at a distressing time for everyone involved.
For businesses, local authorities, and other interested parties, the outcome of an inquest may also be significant. The purpose of an inquest is not to determine liability, but a Coroner’s verdict may inform or even trigger a connected regulatory investigation or prosecution, for instance by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), or a damages claim.
An inquest can also follow a regulatory investigation or prosecution, but whatever the circumstances, Harrison Drury’s Regulatory and Compliance Team can guide you or your business through the inquest process, including:
- Coroner’s investigation
- Coroner’s Court hearing
- Coroner’s recommendations and responding to ‘Prevention of future deaths’ reports
- Appealing the Coroner’s verdict
To speak to our regulatory specialists please call us on 01772 258321 or make an enquiry below to see how we can assist you and your business.
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