“Accident” and “Misadventure” are closely related short-form conclusions available to a Coroner or Jury. In simple terms: Both conclusions mean...
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Suicide Conclusions at Inquest: What Families Need to KnowSuicide Conclusions at Inquest: What Families Need to Know
What Does a Suicide Conclusion Mean? A conclusion of suicide means that the Coroner or Jury is satisfied that: It...
Interested Person Status in Inquests: What Families Need to KnowInterested Person Status in Inquests: What Families Need to Know
Introdcution – What is Interested Person Status? Interested Person (usually abbreviated to “IP”) status is a formal designation under section...
Prevention of Future Death Reports: Threshold, Purpose and Proper LimitsPrevention of Future Death Reports: Threshold, Purpose and Proper Limits
Introduction Few aspects of an inquest attract as much attention, or perhaps as much misunderstanding, as a Prevention of Future...
What Does Article 2 Mean for My Family?What Does Article 2 Mean for My Family?
You may have been told that your loved one’s Inquest “engages Article 2.” That can sound technical and intimidating. In...