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A significant problem within the legal profession is that many of the lawyers litigating cases and the judges deciding them have only a limited understanding of how to properly interpret empirical evidence.Trial by Numbers provides an easy way for members of the legal profession to acquire a basic understanding of the most common methods that serve as the building blocks for empirical evidence in academic articles, policy briefs, and expert witness reports. Adam Chilton and Kyle Rozema take a different approach to other introductory books on empirical methods, omitting the formulas and equations found in other books, and instead focusing on explaining the intuition and logic of common empirical methods. The work also exclusively use examples that are relevant to law school and legal practice.
This book investigates the critical gap in statistical literacy among legal professionals and provides a framework for interpreting empirical evidence without relying on complex mathematical formulas. Authors Adam Chilton and Kyle Rozema, both experts in legal scholarship, argue that lawyers and judges can effectively evaluate expert testimony and academic research by focusing on the underlying logic and intuition of statistical methods rather than rote calculation. The text serves as a practical guide for applying these concepts directly to legal practice and courtroom scenarios.
What You Will Find
Legal scholars and practitioners identify this work as a highly accessible resource for those lacking a formal background in quantitative analysis. Experts highlight the text for its ability to demystify complex statistical concepts through relevant, practice-oriented examples.
Page Count:
216
Publication Date:
2024-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
019774785X
ISBN-13:
9780197747858
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