摘要:There is growing attention to complex scientific questions in legal cases and the need for scientific expert testimony in these cases, including environmental health issues. This commentary addresses some problems common in expert witness work and recommends ways in which the legal system, the scientist, and our educational institutions can enhance the roles of experts. These recommendations may be particularly relevant for training programs in toxicology, epidemiology, and risk assessment. Full text Full text is available as a scanned copy of the original print version. Get a printable copy (PDF file) of the complete article (549K), or click on a page image below to browse page by page. Links to PubMed are also available for Selected References . 674 675