Regulating toxic substances: a philosophy of science and the law
Auteur :
Cranor, Carl F.
Éditeur :
Oxford University Press Inc
ISBN :
9780195113785
Date de publication :
9 oct. 1997
Dimensions :
23,4 x 15,5 x 2,0 cm
Poids :
408 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
The author of this text argues that the criteria used to determine substance toxicity are too rigorous and time-consuming for use in tort cases and for regulation. This results in under-regulation and under-compensation of plaintiffs in tort cases. He proposes a re-evaluation with the law in mind.