Witnessing for Sociology: Sociologists in Court - Hardcover

by Pamela Jenkins (Author), J. S. Kroll-Smith (Author)

The American court system is making increasing use of sociologists as expert witnesses. From toxic torts to religious cults and brainwashing, sociological knowledge is becoming increasingly more commonplace in the legal arena. This edited volume is a collection of the experiences of sociologists who have appeared as expert witnesses in a variety of court cases. Many of the cases covered in this book revolve around central issues of murder, self-defense, religious cults, battered women, child pornography, environmentalism, and homelessness. This volume is unique in its breadth of topics and contributions.

Author Biography

PAMELA J. JENKINS is Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of New Orleans.

STEVE KROLL-SMITH is Professor of Sociology and Director of the Environmental Social Science Research Institute at the University of New Orleans.