Offering the first-hand experience of scientists, expert witnesses, and litigators, this text reduces barriers between science and the law and discusses the ongoing transition in the law of evidence. Intended for scientists, engineers, physicians, judges, litigators, and everyone who works in or comes into contact with the court, it covers topics such as the cultural barriers between scientists and physicians, how use of experts in the civil law countries of continental Europe contrasts with the U.S. common law system, the ...
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Offering the first-hand experience of scientists, expert witnesses, and litigators, this text reduces barriers between science and the law and discusses the ongoing transition in the law of evidence. Intended for scientists, engineers, physicians, judges, litigators, and everyone who works in or comes into contact with the court, it covers topics such as the cultural barriers between scientists and physicians, how use of experts in the civil law countries of continental Europe contrasts with the U.S. common law system, the nuts and bolts scientists need to communicate effectively at trial, and how to expose logical errors in medical diagnosis.
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