Inquiries and inquests and are formal investigations conducted to ascertain the circumstances surrounding a death or other significant event. While they share the common goal of uncovering the truth, they have distinct characteristics and purposes.
Inquiries are broader investigations that may examine a range of issues, including public policy, government conduct, and corporate wrongdoing. They are typically initiated by a government or other authority in response to a significant event or scandal.
Inquests are primarily concerned with determining the cause of death and the identity of the deceased. They are typically held in cases of unnatural or suspicious deaths, including homicides, suicides, and accidental deaths. The coroner, a public official, is responsible for conducting inquests.
Jeremy Gordon is committed to providing expert legal advice and representation in all matters related to inquests and inquiries.