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Medico-Legal Webinar: Reducing Litigation Risk, Expert Witness Work and AI

A free one hour PEERs webinar with Dr Wael Agur on reducing litigation risk, deciding whether expert witness work is for you, and using AI responsibly in expert witness work.

Thursday, 25 June 2026 · 19:00 (Europe/London)FreeOnline
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Meet the speaker

Dr Wael Agur, Subspecialist Urogynaecologist (NHS Ayrshire & Arran), Honorary Professor (University of Glasgow)

Hosted by: PEERs (Professional Expert Empowerment and Resources), Spotlight Publishing Ltd

Join Dr Wael Agur for a free one hour PEERs webinar covering three essential topics for medico-legal practice: reducing your litigation risk, deciding whether expert witness work is right for you, and using AI responsibly in expert witness work.

You will learn the legal tests that shape clinical negligence (Bolam, Montgomery and McCulloch), how Patient Decision Aids support safer practice, the practical pros and cons of expert witness work compared with private clinical practice, and current court guidance on using AI and AI agents in expert reports.

The session runs from 20:00 to 21:00 BST on Microsoft Teams and includes two Q&A slots plus an extended discussion. Register in advance to secure your place and receive the joining link.

Event details

Starts
25 June 2026 at 19:00
Ends
25 June 2026 at 20:00
Timezone
Europe/London
Price
Free
Host
PEERs (Professional Expert Empowerment and Resources), Spotlight Publishing Ltd
Speaker
Dr Wael Agur, Subspecialist Urogynaecologist (NHS Ayrshire & Arran), Honorary Professor (University of Glasgow)
Agenda

What we'll cover

  1. 19:55

    Welcome and housekeeping

  2. 20:00

    Reducing your litigation risk

    Understanding the legal tests (Bolam, Montgomery and McCulloch), using Patient Decision Aids (PDAs), and shifting the mindset.

  3. 20:10

    Q&A

  4. 20:15

    Is expert witness work for you?

    Why become an expert witness, the pros and cons compared with private clinical practice, and a stepwise approach to building expert witness work.

  5. 20:25

    Q&A

  6. 20:30

    Using artificial intelligence (AI) in expert witness work

    Current court guidance, the do's and don'ts, and use cases and AI agents.

  7. 20:40

    Extended Q&A and discussion

  8. 21:00

    Finish (flexible)

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions

Is the webinar free?
Yes. This PEERs webinar is free to attend. Register in advance to receive the Microsoft Teams joining link.
Where is it held?
Online via Microsoft Teams. A joining link is sent to registered attendees before the event.
Who is it for?
Clinicians considering or already undertaking expert witness work, and anyone interested in reducing litigation risk and using AI responsibly in medico-legal practice.
Will I be able to ask questions?
Yes. The programme includes two Q&A slots and an extended discussion at the end of the session.