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More Than the Law: Behavioral and Social Facts in Legal Decision Making (Law and Public Policy),Used
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Complex legal issues often involve contested facts that require expert knowledge. In such cases, legal decision makers look to experts from fields as diverse as the behavioral, social, biomedical, or physical sciences to help settle disputes. More Than the Law provides a fascinating and accessible introduction for students and other readers to the ways in which behavioral and social knowledge can and should inform legal decisions, as well as ways in which such knowledge can be misused. Eleven different stories are presented, highlighting major legal decisions such as mandatory testing for drug use in schools, abortion, use of the death penalty, and jury selection, among others. Chapters include a presentation of each decision and an analysis that critically explores the behavioral and social facts relevant to the case. Through these stories, students will discover the complexities and problems that can result from the application of behavioral science to legal decisions. Behavioral and social science experts will come to understand the special duty they bear to provide legal decision makers with the most accurate information available. could have a real impact in the courts, legislatures, and administrative agencies. This exceptional book fills a gap in the field of legal studies, offering a sophisticated examination of the use of behavioral and social science facts in judicial, legislative, and administrative determinations.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'More Than The Law'? A: The book explores how behavioral and social facts influence legal decision-making, highlighting the importance of expert knowledge in resolving complex legal issues.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'More Than The Law' is Peter W. English.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various major legal decisions, including drug testing in schools, abortion, the death penalty, and jury selection, through the lens of behavioral and social science.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'More Than The Law' is available in hardcover format and consists of 272 pages.
- Q: When was 'More Than The Law' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2005.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, it is designed to be accessible for students and other readers interested in the intersection of behavioral science and legal decision-making.
- Q: What condition is this used book in? A: This is a used book in good condition.
- Q: What is the edition of 'More Than The Law'? A: This book is the first edition.
- Q: Does the book provide practical insights for legal professionals? A: Yes, it offers insights that can help legal decision-makers understand the complexities of applying behavioral and social science in legal contexts.
- Q: What is the category of this book? A: 'More Than The Law' falls under the category of Decision-Making & Problem Solving.