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Modern Scientific Evidence: The Law and Science of Expert Testimony, 2011-2012 ed.

Copyright: 2011
Last Updated: 12/9/2011
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Pages: 6150
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Detailed guide for judges and lawyers following the scientific evidence issues raised by the Daubert ruling, helps assess the validity of an expert’s scientific methodology. Challenges the use of "generally accepted" scientific ideas when ruling on admissibility or managing expert witnesses in state and federal courts. Prepares trial attorneys to explain scientific concepts during admissibility arguments, and confidently elicit or challenge expert testimony during trial. This post-Daubert guide discusses fundamental legal and scientific principles, scientific research methods, statistical proof, and multiple regression. Examines specific topics, discussing current law and science in each particular field.

Features

  • Additional essays covering issues where debate is especially strong
  • Clear discussion of standards governing admissibility, scientific research methods, statistical proof, and multiple regression
  • Prepares you for dealing effectively with scientific evidence and expert witnesses in the courtroom
  • Source of legal and scientific background that helps you ask the right questions and raise the right issues