{"product_id":"science-on-the-witness-stand-evaluating-scientific-evidence-in-law-adjudication-and-policy","title":"Science on the Witness Stand: Evaluating Scientific Evidence in Law, Adjudication, and Policy","description":"\u003cp class=\"brief\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"brief\"\u003eScience on the Witness Stand will be a welcome addition to the library of any medical or legal professional whose work involves presenting medical evidence in a legal context.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book offers a complete look at the factors to be considered in a variety of legal proceedings, from claims adjudication to liability and other medical\/legal proceedings. It begins by introducing an innovative approach the authors call evidence-based medical dispute resolution, then moves on to discuss the elements and logic to be presented in a medical opinion, the principles and procedures of civil litigation, and the jurist's view of scientific evidence. Issues of causality and admissibility of evidence and testimony are presented, along with individualized medical evaluation and personal risk, impairment, and evidentiary needs in environmental law and occupational health law.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: red;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: The eBook version is online access only and NOT downloadable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"additional-info\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Systematic Approach to Assessing Evidence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn their preface, the authors state, We believe that a systematic approach to assessing scientific evidence in the context of law is possible. However, there is no easy formula. The inspiration for what we are attempting to achieve with this approach comes from the development of clinical epidemiology and critical appraisal, schools of thought that contributed decisively to the development of evidence-based modern clinical practice. Thus, we offer a set of principles that may be used by expert witnesses and lawyers to present scientific knowledge and apply it in the courtroom and in claims adjudication. Drawing on the additional expertise of contributing authors, the book offers a complete look at the factors to be considered in a variety of legal proceedings, from claims adjudication to liability and other medical\/legal proceedings. It begins by introducing an innovative approach the authors call evidence-based medical dispute resolution, then moves on to discuss the elements and logic to be presented in a medical opinion, the principles and procedures of civil litigation, and the jurist's view of scientific evidence. Issues of causality and admissibility of evidence and testimony are presented, along with individualized medical evaluation and personal risk, impairment, and evidentiary needs in environmental law and occupational health law. Specific topics such as smoking, substance abuse, mental health issues, workers' compensation, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the professional standard of care are also covered in depth. The book ends with three case studies illustrating the principles in specific applied situations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValuable for Anyone Involved in Workers' Comp and other Medical\/Legal Claims\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLays a foundation for greater consistency and more accurate representation of scientific knowledge in the courtroom and in the claims office.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws on the principles of evidence-based modern clinical practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrates general concepts with specific examples throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a bridge between the conservative and collaborative culture of science and the adversarial process inherent in the legal process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides critical background information and valuable insights for policy makers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvises on appropriate language and terminology and how to avoid misunderstandings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn Indispensible Reference for Expert Witnesses and Lawyers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReflecting the expertise of a physician and a lawyer who have worked in close collaboration with other experts for ten years, Science on the Witness Stand weaves together principles and vocabulary commonly used by health care practitioners or by lawyers, but not often by both. The authors note that the cultures of science and law operate within different sets of beliefs and values, resulting in differing languages which can produce undesirable outcomes such as misunderstanding, frustration of purpose, and unintended consequences. For this reason, they have carefully crafted their work to promote greater cross-disciplinary communication between the legal community and the public health community as well as a better understanding of the language and professional constraints of both the scientific\/medical and legal cultures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Tools, Better Communication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScience on the Witness Stand is a must-have resource for lawyers and expert witnesses who need to present scientific knowledge and apply it in the courtroom or in claims adjudication. Its evidence-based medical dispute resolution approach gives legal and health care professionals a useful new way to evaluate evidence from the biomedical and population health sciences as it applies to law and the resolution of social issues. And it offers an effective new way for legal and medical professionals to collaborate smoothly and successfully.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"additional-info\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"additional-info\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the Critics Say\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Well written and enjoyable to read. It provides a practical approach to addressing medical disputes.\" \u003cem\u003eAOEC News, Winter 2002, Volume 9, #4\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"additional-info\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"toc-heading\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eForeword: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStephen A. Saltzburg, Howley Professor of Trial Advocacy, Litigation, and Personal Responsibility, The George Washington University.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction: Evidence Based Medical Dispute Resolution - Tee L. Guidotti, Susan G. Rose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructing the Medical Opinion: Elements, Expression, and Logic - Gary Rischitelli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCivil Litigation: Principles and Procedures - Susan G. Rose, Karen E. Read\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjudicating Cases Involving Scientific Evidence: The View from the Bench - Leo Wenden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablishing Causation with Epidemiology - David F. Goldsmith, Susan G. Rose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Daubert Decision: Effects on the Admissibility of Scientific Evidence and Testimony - Karen E. Read, Susan G. Rose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Nature of Science - Tee L. Guidotti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking Backward: The Bayesian Approach to Assessing Causation - Sorell L. Schwartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCausation - Tee L. Guidotti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Problem of Smoking - Tee L. Guidotti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApportionment - Tee L. Guidotti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpairment - Stephen L. Demeter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividualized Medical Evaluation and Personal Risk - Ernest C. Levister, Jr.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresumption - Tee L. Guidotti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunication in Medical Dispute Resolution - Michael D. Roback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Era of Juriscience: Evidentiary Needs in Environmental Law - Larry A. Reynolds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvidentiary Needs in Occupational Health Law - Ilise L. Feitshans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical Disputes Involving Substance Use in the Workplace and in Athletic Competition - Kent W. Peterson, William J. Judge, Donna R. Smith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvidentiary Issues in Workers Compensation - Michael G. Holthouser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvidentiary Requirements Under the Americans with Disabilities Act - Christina Guerola Sarchio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParity for Mental Health Issues - Susan Silverman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical Evidence and the Professional Standard of Care - Sara Rosenbaum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAppendices\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Study 1: Cancer Risk Associated with Chromium Exposure from Drinking Water by Harold E. Hoffman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCase \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudy 2: Risk Associated with Exposure to Transformer Fluids by Harold E. Hoffman\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Study 3: Apportionment of Asbestos-Related Disease by Tee L. Guidotti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"meta\" style=\"width: 460px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 168.390625px;\"\u003ePublication Date\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.625px;\"\u003e2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 168.390625px;\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.625px;\"\u003eSoftcover, 428 pages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 168.390625px;\"\u003eISBN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.625px;\"\u003e978-1-883595-31-9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 168.390625px;\"\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.625px;\"\u003e23070\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"about-authors\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"about-authors\"\u003eTee L. Guidotti, MD, MPH is Professor and Chair, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health and Health Services, The George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, D.C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSusan G. Rose, MPH, JD was an attorney specializing in toxic torts and pharmaceutical products liability law.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"OEM Press | OEM Health Information, Inc. | Medical Industry Publisher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42636713525337,"sku":"23070","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/0239\/3945\/files\/science-on-the-witness-stand.png?v=1756911774","url":"https:\/\/oempress.com\/products\/science-on-the-witness-stand-evaluating-scientific-evidence-in-law-adjudication-and-policy","provider":"OEM Press | OEM Health Information, Inc. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}