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Enhancing the role of the scientific expert witness.

Year: 1994

Type: article

Abstract: There is growing attention to complex scientific questions in legal cases and the need for scientific expert testimony in these cases, including environmental health issues. This commentary addresses some problems common in expert witness work and recommends ways in which the legal system, the scientist, and our educational institutions can enhance the roles of experts. These recommendations may be particularly relevant for training programs in toxicology, epidemiology, and risk assessment.

Source: Environmental Health Perspectives

DOI: 10.1289/ehp.94102674

Author: G S Omenn

Institution: University of Washington

Language: English

Topic: Legal processes and jurisprudence

Subfield: Law

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $4,500

OpenAlex ID: W1972786190

FWCI: 20.77

Cites: 2

Cited by: 10

Related to: 10