Publisher's Synopsis
A Manual of Medical Jurisprudence Volume 1 is a comprehensive guidebook written by Alfred Swaine Taylor. The book covers the field of medical jurisprudence, which is the application of medical knowledge to legal issues. It is intended for use by medical professionals, lawyers, and judges who need to understand the medical aspects of legal cases.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of medical jurisprudence. The first section covers the general principles of medical jurisprudence, including the legal aspects of medical practice, the duties and responsibilities of medical professionals, and the legal implications of medical malpractice.The second section covers the medical aspects of criminal law, including the examination of victims and perpetrators of crimes, the use of medical evidence in court, and the determination of cause of death.The third section covers the medical aspects of civil law, including personal injury cases, medical negligence cases, and cases involving mental illness.The fourth section covers the medical aspects of public health, including the legal aspects of infectious diseases, quarantine, and vaccination.Throughout the book, Taylor provides detailed explanations of medical concepts and terminology, as well as numerous case studies and examples to illustrate the application of medical knowledge to legal issues.Overall, A Manual of Medical Jurisprudence Volume 1 is an essential reference for anyone involved in the intersection of medicine and the law.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
