Reference Manual on Scientific Evidence 1st ed.
    1994, 637 pages
    This first edition of the
    Reference Manual on Scientific Evidence is out-of-print, but still available for download below (all files are in Adobe Acrobat format).

    Preface. Explains origin of project and acknowledges contributions of individuals and organizations. (31k)

    Introduction. Offers an overview of manual and explanation of its purpose. (41k)
    Management of Expert Evidence. Offers suggestions for effective management of expert testimony involving scientific issues. (186k)
    Evidentiary Framework. format. Offers an analytical framework for judges considering disputes over qualifications of experts and admissibility of scientific evidence. (676k)
    Comments on the Use of the Reference Guides. Offers suggestions for effective use of the reference guides to specific areas of scientific evidence. (14k)
    Reference Guide on Epidemiology. Offers an overview of epidemiology research methods and standards for assessing the association between exposure and harm. (482k)
    Reference Guide on Toxicology. Offers an overview of toxicology research methods and standards for assessing the association between exposure and harm. (277k)
    Reference Guide on Survey Research. Offers an overview of the design, conduct, and assessment of survey research evidence. (342K)
    Reference Guide on Forensic DNA Evidence. Offers an overview of forensic uses of DNA identification evidence, conduct of laboratory testing, and estimation of the likelihood of a coincidental match. (374k)
    Reference Guide on Statistics. Offers an overview of the collection and presentation of statistical data and the inferences that can be drawn from statistical assessments. (648k)
    Reference Guide on Multiple Regression. Offers an overview of multiple regression techniques and interpretation of results. (395k)
    Reference Guide on Estimation of Economic Loss in Damage Awards. Offers a general model for assessing economic losses in damages awards and discusses problems that arise in specific areas of litigation. (353k)
    Court-Appointed Experts. Offers suggestions for the use of court-appointed experts pursuant to Federal Rule of Evidence 706. (365k)
    Special Masters. Offers suggestions for the use of special masters pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 53. (349k)
    List of Peer Reviewers. (34k)
    Index. (67k)