Science Quote by Mark Eberhart
““I do not often get involved in litigation, largely because it is often simply impossible to conclude with scientific certainty what caused something to break. The fact that almost every case involves opposing experts just serves to confirm this difficulty.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Scientific Litigation Review, 2019
Litigation is hampered by scientific uncertainty and expert disagreement.
In simple terms: Science can’t always prove causes.
Accept uncertainty in legal disputes.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- court cases
- policy debates
- research funding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can courts handle scientific ambiguity?
- What methods improve expert consensus?
Reliance on uncertain science may stall justice.