You’re invited to join us for an online webinar at 6pm on Wednesday the 29th of April, exploring the evolving landscape of post‑death investigations across the UK.
Significant reforms are on the horizon. In Scotland, the independent review of the Fatal Accident Inquiry system recently made recommendations to the Scottish government. Meanwhile, in England & Wales, the Public Office (Accountability) Bill which proposes extending non‑means‑tested legal aid for all inquests involving a public authority is progressing through Parliament. These developments have the potential to reshape how unexpected deaths are examined and how bereaved families are supported.
At Irwin Mitchell, our team includes specialists with deep experience advising families through these sensitive and complex processes in both jurisdictions. During this session, Darren Deery, Head of our Medical Negligence team in Scotland, and Oliver Carter, Associate Solicitor in our Public Law and Human Rights team in England, will discuss:
● Key similarities and differences between Fatal Accident Inquiries and inquests
● How proposed reforms may affect families and practitioners
● Practical insights for those supporting bereaved individuals
This webinar will be valuable for anyone who provides advice, care, or support to individuals and families following the death of a loved one, including legal professionals, healthcare providers, charities, and advocacy organisations.
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Sarah is a Partner in the serious injury team at Irwin Mitchell. Sarah specialises in complex cases involving life changing injuries and has a particular expertise in neurotrauma; bringing claims for both adults and children who have suffered a brain injury.
She is accredited as a brain injury specialist by the APIL injury Accreditation Scheme and has close links with Headway having been appointed as a Trustee of Headway East London in 2013.
Sarah is also a committee member for the Acquired Brain Injury Forum for London (ABIL) and is keen to raise awareness of acquired brain injury across London and the UK.
Sarah is passionate about rehabilitation and has extensive experience of securing early interim payments so that she can put rehabilitation in place for her clients to ensure that their rehabilitation can start as soon as possible.
