Genetics: Ethics, Law And Policy (American Casebook Series) (American Casebook Series)

Features

• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 937 pages
• Published by: West Law School
• Edition: 2nd Edition June 28, 2006
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0314162933
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0314162939
• Book Dimensions: 10 x 7.7 x 1.8 inches
• Weighs: 4.3 pounds

Product Description
This is the revised edition of the casebook, Genetics: Ethics, Law, and Policy, which has been used successfully in law schools in both the seminar and course context. It is authored by three of the nation s leading experts on genetic ethics, law and policy. Students enjoy the course because of the topicality of the subjects, many of which they hear about in the news (gene discoveries, embryo stem cell research). Faculty members enjoy teaching from the book because of the great teaching manual and because they can link it to other topics the casebook covers issues in health law, employment law, insurance law, criminal law, family law, and other fields. The casebook is supplemented regularly on the TWEN website, so that it is always current. A background in genetics is not required for either students or teachers. The casebook and teachers? manual are written so that the casebook can be used for undergraduate courses or courses for the health professions, for public health, or for public policy.

Reader Reviews
This is an extremely interesting book that has good court cases and essays that talk about the ethical and legal ramifications of genetics. It is very well organized and has good notes and questions at the end of every section. I highly recommend this book if you are interested in the effects of Genetics on modern day life!