Category: Toxicology The Gatekeeper Has a New Set of Keys: A Review of the Reference Manual on Scientific Evidence TASA ID: 1111 Understanding, preparing and presenting medical information, as well as responding to the conclusions and opinions from opposing counsel's experts, can be a daunting task for an attorney....Judges are faced with the same issues in determining what science and technical information can be admitted in the cases for which they are presiding. However, guidance is available to both judges and attorneys. Read more
Category: Medical & Healthcare, Toxicology Scientific Evidence and Causation of Toxicity TASA ID: 1111 Establishing causation is a critical - if not the most important - task when allegations of harm are made. This is particularly true for adverse consequence arising from illicit drugs, pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, and other chemicals. Causation of adverse health effects and even wrongful death requires more than demonstrating an association or connection. Knowing whether or not there is a causal link between a toxicant and a claimed adverse health effect is important for both plaintiffs and defendants. Read more
