How the Usefulness of Statistical Evidence Depends on the Relevant Legal Criteria in Civil Cases in the U.S.

Explore how statistical evidence effectiveness varies based on legal standards in U.S. civil litigation through this seminar presented by Professor Joseph Gastwirth from George Washington University. Examine the intersection of statistical methodology and legal frameworks, focusing on how different legal criteria influence the interpretation and application of statistical evidence in civil cases. Learn about the challenges statisticians face when presenting evidence in legal contexts and understand how legal standards of proof affect the utility of statistical analysis. Discover practical considerations for applying statistical methods in legal settings and gain insights into the relationship between mathematical rigor and legal requirements. This presentation is part of the "Causal inference: From theory to practice and back again" event series at the Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences.