From Crash To Courtroom

Engineers may become involved in litigation for various reasons. Some common examples include product liability and accident investigation cases. The information and suggestions included in An Engineer in the Courtroom will enable engineers to do a proper and professional job when dealing with matters of litigation, in and out of the courtroom. Chapters Cover: Introduction The Nature of Accidents Why Go to Court? Avoiding Litigation The Litigation Process Engineers and Engineering Information How the Engineer Can Help the Attorney The Discovery Process The Deposition The Trial Questions Accident Reconstruction Definitions and Techniques Employed by Attorneys War Stories Tips for the Engineer Involved in Litigation An interesting, informative, "must-read" book for engineers involved in product design, consulting, or accident investigation, and an ideal reference for lawyers to have on hand to give to engineers serving as expert witnesses.

This book examines the relationship between justices and the press including coverage of the institution and the effects of coverage on public opinion.

Accident investigation/reconstruction is more than just a job or even a profession; it is more art than science and requires a dedication greater than a commitment of time. It takes constant reading, study, and analysis of accident information and case reconstructions to keep improving your performance, both in the field and in the courtroom.

Presents a history of fingerprint evidence and current best practices and limits on characterizing fingerprint evidence in court The first book to focus solely on testifying on fingerprint evidence as a comparative science Provides current guidelines and recommendations for standards and appropriate nomenclature in the courtroom Illustrates how experts can work with attorneys so that the testimony process educates and informs jurors and judges, rather than perpetuating an adversarial dynamic Addresses important issues such as cognitive bias, subjectivity, error rates, probability models, and ethics

Considers S. 3305 and S. 3306, to provide for exclusive Federal jurisdiction and a body of uniform law for litigation involving persons killed or injured through the operation of aircraft.