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The authors discuss the role of law enforcement officers in substance abuse cases, double standards in enforcing substance abuse laws, and legal and prosecution perspectives regarding these drug cases. This information is particularly valuable to those involved in the creation of substance abuse legislation.

This text provides beginning and intermediate-level medical information about conditions of the cervical and lumbar spine. Explanations of common cervical and lumbar spine conditions, such as disc herniations, degenerative disc disease, and sprain/strain injuries are provided, along with treatment options. Non-surgical treatment, injection therapies, and surgical treatment are discussed with attention to both technique and indications. The goa...

As terrorists become more determined to cause chaos, the possibility of them using chemical or biological weapons increases. An attack of this nature in any county would pose a great danger to the entire world. Modern technology has made it easier for terrorists to produce chemical and biological weapons for use in public areas. In order to prevent attacks, or contain the spread of disease or chemical exposure, the response must be rapid, orga...

It is of vital importance to be able to differentiate spurious claims from legitimate ones through appropriate investigation techniques and complete and thorough documentation. Low-speed collisions are difficult to analyze because there is often little or no physical evidence and statements taken from drivers, passengers and witnesses lack depth and detail. In this book, you will learn to take timely photographs properly and interpret them for...

When preparing for a burn case, this book provides a rapid, concise treatise on the ramifications of burn injury?from electrical injury to thermal and blast injury. Forensic considerations are presented consistently throughout the text. The medical sections provide essential information on many facets of burn injury and care, including burn characteristics, evaluation, and treatment including pre hospitalization care, critical care, and rehabi...

Providing a summary of emotional distress cases that have been litigated in jurisdictions throughout the country, this work presents the different categories of emotional distress and which categories are most accepted by courts and jurors.

The litigation of neglect and abuse of the elderly in assisted living and nursing home facilities is unlike any other personal injury litigation. The second edition of Nursing Home Litigation: Pretrial Practice and Trials has been significantly expanded and will provide you with a detailed step-by-step look at how nursing home cases should be handled. The book's chapters are organized in a way that will help you with your case from pretrial to...

What causes emergency vehicle accidents, especially with sirens and flashing lights in use? Where do they most often occur? What can emergency services personnel do to prevent these accidents? And, finally, what laws govern the use of these vehicles? Stephen Solomon, an optometrist who has studied perceptual issues for over thirty years, has updated Part One of this complete guide to the safety issues surrounding emergency vehicles. You will l...

With this guide, families can learn what to look for when choosing a nursing home, how to communicate with the attending physician, key points when monitoring care, and which questions to ask along the way.

Mold law and litigation is a complex new area. Detailed information is often difficult to find and this book is designed to remedy that. It provides critical background information to put the "mold issue" in context, including information on exposure, illness, allergic reactions, types of claims filed in mold litigation, and insurance issues.

Written for the healthcare professional, claims adjuster and trial attorney, this book provides detailed information on how to analyze pain and suffering cases. You will read chapters written by legal nurse consultants, physicians and attorneys and see how pain and suffering patients and cases are viewed and treated on all sides. Each section of this valuable text is designed to fully explain each aspect of this hot topic in health care. The b...

Communication science and disorders play an important part in many legal cases. In personal injury cases it is often necessary to determine the nature and extent of injuries and the effects they have on the ability to communicate. Dr. Tanner's book provides a comprehensive overview of human communication, and the myriad of diseases, disorders, deficiencies and defects that affect it. When litigating these cases, lawyers and judges are often th...

In this book, you will find comprehensive coverage of medical tools and explanations that will allow you to understand the way neurological disorders develop. Research in the field, medical illustrations, and recent professional breakthroughs make this book necessary for anyone working in a neurology-related field. It also provides information on the legal implications of these diseases. Working without this tool limits your capabilities to be...

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Designed for anyone who wishes to enter medical school, this work guides readers through all aspects of the application process from what undergraduate courses to take and how to prepare for the MCAT to getting letters of recommendation, writing a personal statement, and interviewing.

With Medical Evidence: Acquisition and Use, you'll learn how to avoid physician-attorney friction when requesting medical information. You will also learn what information and evidence is pertinent. This book also teaches you to effectively use written and oral communication channels to request needed information from physicians, nurses, and hospital administrators. You will also learn what laws apply to medical records and how to use the law ...

This outstanding guide by the nations foremost forensic scientists covers the basics of crime scene evaluation. The authors list information for evidence collection, investigation, and reconstruction for just about any crime scene imaginable. They also discuss legal aspects of crime scene investigation including principles of search and seizure.

Written in an easy-to-understand format, this outstanding guide by the nation's foremost forensic scientists will introduce to you the basics of crime scene evaluation. The authors list basic information for evidence collection, investigation and reconstruction for just about any crime scene imaginable. They also discuss legal aspects of crime scene investigation including priciples of search and seizure.

The single most important difference between businesses that "succeed" and those that "fail" is the human factor, and that is what this book is all about. It particularly supports those who are willing to consider that to succeed in business requires an "ENERGIZED, " solid foundation of here-to-stay, self-directed teams driven by vision and missions, understanding people, values-based leadership and effective support systems--all based on the ...

This instructive book is designed for the many legal professionals and forensic engineers who are unaware of the concept of uncertainty analysis and its potential applications in forensic science. Covering a wide range of topics ranging from probability and statistical variables, mathematical relationships and equations, to sensitivity and design of experiments, this text has everything you need to learn about this area and apply it to your wo...