Inquests are an important part of investigations into unexpected deaths. Healthcare professionals can feel apprehensive or daunted by the inquest process, particularly if called to give evidence in a hearing. Much of this apprehension comes from a lack of knowledge and familiarity with the aims and processes of an inquest and of the other professionals involved.
Our Inquest training is designed to ensure healthcare professionals have the essential skills, tools, and knowledge to give evidence confidently and compassionately. The training provides a 360 overview and guidance from a range of very experienced legal and medical professionals who are regularly involved in inquests. Their insights and advice will demystify the process and increase your confidence if you’re called to give evidence.
The training covers the inquest process from start to finish and provides practical advice and guidance on reporting deaths and certification, drafting a statement with a statement writing exercise and giving oral evidence with the opportunity to draft a witness statement and give evidence in our Mock Inquest Court.
Accredited for 5.5 hours CPD
This course is taught by a highly experienced Consultant Solicitor, Isabel Bathurst who represents families at inquests following catastrophic accidents, clinical negligence, and deaths in custody. Isabel is joined by a highly experienced Consultant in Intensive Care who shares her tips and advice. Finally, Hull University Lecturer and Assistant Coroner shares invaluable insights into the Coronial process.
practical witness statement writing exercise based on a clinical scenario
Discussion and feedback
Emily Shardlow, Consultant in Intensive Care & Isabel Bathurst, Inquest Solicitor
Mock Inquest – an opportunity to give evidence on your witness statement.
Feedback and discussion
Coroner’s conclusions and learnings
Professional/disciplinary outcome and litigation
Isabel Bathurst, Consultant Solicitor
Review of the day’s content, open forum for questions and feedback
Frequently asked questions – put your questions to:-
Dr Emily Shardlow, Consultant in Intensive Care Assistant Coroner
Isabel Bathurst, Consultant Inquest Solicitor
I came on the course to explore what it meant to be and what is required of an expert witness. I thoroughly enjoyed the course, learning about something completely different from medicine. I am now inspired by the course to embark on some medico-legal work in the near future.
The Medical Directory is a fantastic resource for finding the right expert witness for a case. The range of specialisms available is broad and the experts are always delighted to help. Knowing that members of the Medical Directory have undergone the rigorous and top-quality training process provided by Inspire MediLaw gives me confidence in instructing them.
A well-organised and presented course that was enjoyable, detailed and relevant. It offered an excellent introduction to the expert witness role. First-class, experienced speakers provided a wealth of knowledge, support and advice.
A particularly good course for medical practitioners – a good balance between theory and practical advice. Presented by medical and legal professionals specifically skilled and experienced in medico-legal matters. Excellent value for the cost!
The course was interactive and engaging – far exceeded my expectations. I came thinking I may want to do expert witness work – now enthusiastic and ready to start developing my practice. Excellent trainers and speakers. Highly relevant and extremely enjoyable.
A really good course covering all the basics and information required to get a novice medical expert going. The course lecturers were experienced and knowledgeable in their field and gave lots of practical, real-life examples of medical expert cases throughout the course.