Coroners' Courts

Download or read book Coroners' Courts written by Christopher Dorries and published by Blackstone Press. This book was released on 1999-01-11 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The work of the coroner is frequently misunderstood, not least within the legal and medical professions. Yet the coroner's inquest will often have great significance for those involved and can attract considerable media interest. Professional reputations can easily be damaged in this unremittingly public arena and verdict of "neglect" or "unlawful killing" are increasingly sought. This text offers a clear route-map through the confusion and misconceptions surrounding the inquest and thework of the coroner. Designe d in a user-friendly way, with a comprehensive index which enables easy access to key subjects, the book provides an up-to-date analysis of major issues arising from the coroner's investigation of a death. Written by one of only 26 full-time coroners, this practical book assists all who have to deal with the coroner in a professional capacity, providing an insight into the workings of a coroner's court. It provides explanations or what the coroner's duties are, the purpose of the inquest,