Legal Liabilities in Research: Early lessons From North America
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Legal Liabilities in Research: Early lessons From North America
What is this about?
This resource describes the broad range of allegations that can be made against researchers involved in human subjects research, through reference to case law from North America. Specific allegations discussed include lawsuits based on conflicts of interest and lawsuits based on principles of international human rights. The case concludes that, while many lawsuits have been settled out of court, there is a limited body of case law that informs researchers on specific areas of vulnerability and precautions they must take to minimize legal liability.
Why is this important?
This resource is helpful for researchers interested in knowing their legal liability, the range of actors who may pursue legal action against them, and specific areas of practice where they may face lawsuits. It may also be helpful for researchers' legal representation as a way to begin familiarizing themselves with case law.
