Books by Richard A. Epstein

Steering clear of debates over originalism vs. a living Constitution, Richard A. Epstein employs close reading, historical analysis, and political and economic theory to urge a return to federalism, restricted government, separation of powers, and strong protection of individual rights--ideas that animated the framers' constitutional design.

Offers an examination of the pharmaceutical industry by following the course of a new drug as it progresses from early development to final delivery. This book looks at the regulatory framework that surrounds various aspects of making pharmaceutical products, and assesses which legal and regulatory practices make sense and which have gone awry.

Epstein offers a sophisticated agenda for comprehensive social reform that undoes much of the mischief of the modern regulatory state. At a time when most Americans have come to distrust government at all levels, Epstein shows how a consistent application of economic and political theory allows us to steer between too much and too little.

This timely and controversial book presents powerful theoretical and empirical arguments for the repeal of the anti-discrimination laws within the workplace.

?Thorough, even exhaustive, analytical style is applied throughout. Clearly Modern Products Liability Law will appeal most to lawyers, insurance industry officials, and others with a working interest in this field. In addition, economists and lawyers interested in the interaction between law and economic analysis will find challenging material here.. ..The critique of the state of modern products liability law and the deft case made for the system of strict liability are powerful reasons for acquainting oneself with this work.?-Wall Street Review

The noted legal scholar Richard Epstein advocates a much smaller federal government, arguing that our over-regulated state gives too much discretion to regulators, which results in arbitrary, unfair decisions and other abuses. Epstein bases his classical liberalism on the twin pillars of the rule of law and of private contracts and property rights.

Explains how there are substantial gains to be made from countries getting 'easy' policy decisions correct. This work explains how liberal economists, politicians and civil servants often spend much time discussing 'difficult' cases. It uses evidence and analysis derived from the disciplines of both law and economics.