Forensic Investigation and Management of Mass Disasters New from Lawyers and Judges Publishing
Released on: October 17, 2007, 10:38 am
Press Release Author: Heather McLaughlin
Industry: Law
Press Release Summary: Announcement of new book on investigation and management of mass disasters, including natural disasters and terrorist acts.
Press Release Body: Forensic Investigation and Management of Mass Disasters
By Dr. Matthias I. Okoye, MD, JD and Dr. Cyril H. Wecht, MD, JD
The book covers mass disasters of all types, including acts of terrorism and natural disasters. The twenty-two chapters cover diverse topics from forensic investigation into the cause of the disaster, to identifying and handling the deceased, to legal considerations. The book covers the role of law enforcement in disaster investigation; ways of identifying victims, including DNA analysis and forensic dentistry; the roles of forensic engineers, toxicologists and anthropologists; disaster medicine; and mass disaster litigation. This book also covers psychopathic behavior and the media in terrorist acts and the psychology at work in terrorist activity. Also included are examples of mass disaster management plans including the National Association of Medical Examiners Mass Fatality Plan.
Topics Include: * Scene investigation * The role of law enforcement * DNA and TrueAllele Technology in identifying victims * Dental identification of victims * The role of the forensic pathologist * The role of the corner/medical examiner * The role of funeral directors and mortuary staff * Forensic engineering and mass disasters * Forensic anthropologists and mass disasters * Forensic toxicology and mass disasters * Forensic entomology and mass disasters * Rider behavior and human factors issues * Core competencies in disaster medicine * Mass disaster litigation * Disaster management teams * Disaster management plans * Biological and chemical terrorism * Terrorist activity and the psychology behind it
#4411 - 6\" x 9\", hardcover, 458 pages- $129 ISBN# 1933264411
Available from Lawyers and Judges Publishing To Order: Mail: Lawyers and Judges Publishing PO Box 30040 Tucson, AZ 85751-0040 Phone: 800-209-7109 FAX: 800-330-8795 E-mail: sales@lawyersandjudges.com Website: www.lawyersandjudges.com
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and checks in U.S. funds. Standard shipping is 10% of the order total. For rush or orders outside of the continental United States call 520-323-1500 for information and pricing.
Web Site: http://www.lawyersandjudges.com
Contact Details: Heather McLaughlin Marketing/Graphic Design Lawyers & Judges Publishing PO Box 30040 Tucson, AZ 85751-0040 Phone:520-323-1500 Fax:520-323-0055 Email: heather@lawyersandjudges.com
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