The Burden of Proof

The Burden of Proof is a 1990 novel by American lawyer and author Scott Turow. It is a legal drama that delves into the domestic troubles of its protagonist, a lawyer. The novel explores themes of law and the legal profession, characteristic of Turow's writing, which often features crime and suspense. While the title refers to the legal concept of the burden of proof, the novel's primary focus is on the protagonist's personal life and challenges. The legal concept of the burden of proof refers to the duty to prove a disputed assertion or charge. In legal proceedings, this burden can involve the duty to produce evidence and the burden of conviction, which comes into play if doubts remain after evidence is heard.1234