The Biomedical Scientist as Expert Witness

The Biomedical Scientist as Expert Witness provides the forensic microbiologist with the critical tools needed to make an effective courtroom appearance. Covering everything from the basics of the legal system and business aspects of being an expert witness to guidelines on behavior at deposition and in the courtroom, this is an intriguing how-to for anyone interested in entering the legal arena in this capacity. The only publication of its kind specifically geared toward the microbiologist, this new guide will help readers hone important skills for productive utilization of expert knowledge in the courtroom. Drawing from the author's experience, the book provides sample cases, covers depositions and trials, and presents sample reports and affidavits, in addition to offering a detailed explanation of civil proceedings. Although the book is focused on the experience of a forensic microbiologist, The Biomedical Scientist as Expert Witness provides a general framework that is widely applicable to those in the biomedical sciences who are interested in participating as expert witnesses.