Provides the forensic microbiologist with the critical tools needed to make an effective courtroom appearance. - Covers all aspects of an expert witness's activities--from initial contact with client to testifying at a deposition or trial. - Utilizes data from actual cases to illustrate how opinions are formed. - Provides explanation of legal proceedings. - Teaches scientists how to utilize expert knowledge with maximum effectiveness in the courtroom. - Briefs scientists on the importance of behavior at deposition and in a courtroom. - Features valuable information on the business aspects of acting as an expert witness, including material on billing, fees, and advertising.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
ASM Press
ISBN-10
1555813453
ISBN-13
9781555813451
eBay Product ID (ePID)
48676251
Product Key Features
Book Title
Biomedical Scientist As Expert Witness
Author
Paul D. Ellner
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Life Sciences / Microbiology, Forensic Science
Publication Year
2005
Genre
Law, Science
Number of Pages
168 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
8.8in
Item Height
0.7in
Item Width
5.5in
Item Weight
12.5 Oz
Additional Product Features
Number of Volumes
1 Vol.
Lc Classification Number
Ra1063.4
Table of Content
Table of Contents1. The Forensic Microbiologist as an Expert2. How the Process Starts3. The Arena4. Basics of Tort Law5. Basics of Tort Law6. Duties of the Expert Witness7. Obtaining Experimental Evidence8. The Analytical Process9. Reports and Affidavits10. Depositions11. The Trial12. Cases Involving Laboratory Errors13. Medical Malpractice14. The Nonphysician in Medical Malpractice Litigation15. Food Poisoning Cases16. Product Liability Cases17. Corporate Disputes18. Other Tort Cases19. Working as a Litigation Consultant20. Cases Not Taken21. Business Aspects22. Observation from the Witness Stand: How Trial Lawyers Can Improve the Use of the Expert23. Evolution of Expert WitnessesAppendix A. Federal Rules of EvidenceAppendix B. FormsAppendix C. ResourcesGlossary of Legal Terms