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Legal Alchemy: The Use and Misuse of Science in the Law - Hardcover

Faigman, David L.

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Synopsis

Faigman (law, U. of California, Hastings College of the Law) explores the ways the American legal system incorporates scientific knowledge into its decision making. Arguing that many judges, juries, and members of Congress don't understand the science behind their decisions, he suggests ways that science and the law can be better understood and negotiated. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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About the Author

David L. Faigman is a Professor of Law at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. He writes extensively on topics concerning the law's use of science and is a co-author of the leading treatise Modern Scientific Evidence: The Law and Science of Expert Testimony, which has been cited several times by the United States Supreme Court. He is regularly interviewed regarding issues of scientific evidence and constitutional law.

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