The time of death in a legal and medical context is typically determined by a medical examiner or a forensic pathologist. These professionals use a combination of methods to estimate the time of death, including:<br /><br /> Body Temperature (Algor Mortis): Measuring the body's core temperature, which drops at a predictable rate after death.<br /> Rigor Mortis: The stiffening of muscles after death, which follows a known timeline.<br /> Livor Mortis: The settling of blood in the lowest parts of the body, causing discoloration, which helps estimate the time since death.<br /> Decomposition: Observing the stages of decomposition, which progress in a relatively predictable manner.<br /> Stomach Contents: Examining the contents of the stomach and intestines to estimate the time since the last meal.<br /> Forensic Entomology: Studying the presence and development stages of insects on the body, which can provide a timeline for death.
