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Sadaka’s Science Tips: The Role Of The FDA

What does it mean when a drug is FDA approved? It means that a drug is safe and effective for use. The primary role of the FDA is to ensure that prescription drugs and medical devices are safe and effective. The FDA determines the safety and efficacy of a product by reviewing the results of [...]

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Sadaka’s Science Tips: Types Of Scientific Studies

Most attorneys who practice personal injury litigation are exposed to scientific articles. These articles can be confusing to the uninitiated. In this week’s Sadaka’s Science Tip I am going to explain the types of studies that are reported in these articles. Let’s start at the beginning. A scientific article usually reports the results of a [...]

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Practice Tips: Direct Examination Of A Lay Witness

Practice Tips: Direct Examination Of A Lay Witness

The direct exam of lay witnesses is probably the least discussed and arguably the most important part of trial. Here are a few important tips to consider when preparing for your next direct exam: (1) prepare your case; (2) understand that emotions are our milieu; and (3) go right at the bad information.

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