The AFL's review into a prominent neurologist who counselled the league on its concussion protocols before being accused of plagiarism is set to be released "imminently", as Victoria's coroner sets a date for an inquest into the death of former footballer Shane Tuck.
It comes as lawyers for his widow, Katherine Tuck, failed to convince State Coroner John Cain to order the AFL to foot the bill for her legal costs ahead of a hearing in July next year.