Inquests

Having to attend the Inquest of a loved one is extremely distressing and the process can be very confusing. We are experts that can help you through this difficult time and get the answers that you deserve about how a loved one died.

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How can we help?

When someone dies and their death is sudden or unexplained, an Inquest might be held to establish the facts surrounding their death, such as where and how the death occurred.

It is a daunting prospect, attending an Inquest by yourself especially if the other parties have legal representation. As experts in the Inquest process, we can make sure that you are not alone; we can guide you through this difficult time with sensitivity and advice you can trust.

We are here to listen to your concerns so we can fight your corner and get the answers that you need to understand what went wrong with your loved one’s medical treatment or in an accident that caused their death.

Fatal Claims

What You Can Claim For

No amount of money is going to bring back someone who passed away due to negligence or an accident. We can ease some of the financial burden by obtaining compensation for fatalities that might have been avoided.

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Our experienced team will be on hand to support you throughout the claim process.

Compensation claims

At the same time as representing you at an Inquest, we can also help you to bring a claim for compensation if your loved one’s death was avoidable.

No amount of money is ever going to bring back a loved one that has passed away due to negligence or an accident but we can help ease some of the financial burdens by obtaining compensation, investigate the claim to help you understand what happened, hold individual professionals to account and raise standards so that no one else has to go through what has happened to you.

Life Changing Stories

We are dedicated to supporting the families affected by deaths due to serious injury or medical negligence. Below are some personal stories that highlight the experiences of those we’re proud to have helped along the way:

About Us

Every client who brings a claim following a death will experience the values that distinguish CL Medilaw. We are proud to be:

Client-First

You’re more than just another case to our friendly team. We’re invested in you and want to obtain the result you deserve.

Tailored-Support

Every person we represent is completely unique. We’ll adapt our strategy to suit your circumstances.

Fee-Assured

If you’re worried about the cost of bringing a claim, we offer No Win, No Fee to help secure your funding.

Results-Focused

Ultimately, everything we do is geared towards our main goal — achieving the right result for you.

Fatal Claim FAQs

Yes, there are limitations on pursuing a fatal claim in the UK. The time limit for bringing a claim is generally three years from the date of the deceased person’s death. However, there are some exceptions to this rule:

  1. If the cause of death was not immediately known, the time limit may be extended until three years from the date of knowledge.

  2. If the person bringing the claim is under 18 years of age, the time limit may be extended until three years from their 18th birthday.

  3. If the person bringing the claim has a mental disability, the time limit may be extended until they are no longer mentally disabled.

  4. In cases of medical negligence, the time limit may be extended if it can be shown that the claimant did not become aware of the negligence until after the three-year time limit had expired.