Category: Forensic Toxicology
Uber’s Pennsylvania RICO Lawsuit Against Plaintiffs’ Attorneys
This article reviews cited records, source materials and commentary concerning Uber’s Pennsylvania RICO Lawsuit Against Plaintiffs’ Attorneys. It distinguishes allegations and opinions from procedural history or adjudicated findings where the available sources permit.
Returning to Forensic Toxicology and Legal-Science Writing
An update on the return to regular writing about forensic toxicology, scientific evidence, expert testimony, and the interpretation of courtroom evidence.
Venezuela and President Maduro: Political Commentary
This article reviews cited records, source materials and commentary concerning Venezuela and President Maduro: Political Commentary. It distinguishes allegations and opinions from procedural history or adjudicated findings where the available sources permit.
Will Paul Flores Return to San Luis Obispo County to Testify?
This article reviews cited records, source materials and commentary concerning Will Paul Flores Return to San Luis Obispo County to Testify?. It distinguishes allegations and opinions from procedural history or adjudicated findings where the available sources permit.
Marijuana DUI Cases: Why Toxicology Evidence Matters
The Track Record: We literally never lose marijuana/THC cases at trial. We’ve taken every marijuana DUI case to trial in 20 California counties, with only one loss that was subsequently overturned on appeal. In Napa County alone, we secured six consecutive full acquittals, with juries returning…
Court Filing Accuses Judge Rupert Byrdsong of Prejudicial Misconduct and Siding With the Defense
A court filing accuses Judge Rupert Byrdsong of repeated prejudicial misconduct, uneven intervention and conduct conveying that the court was allied with the defense. The post presents transcript citations and the filer’s argument.
Filed Declarations Accuse Judge Rupert Byrdsong of Harassment, Interference and Retaliation
Filed declarations and exhibits accuse Judge Rupert Byrdsong of harassment, interference and retaliation against attorneys and litigants. This post presents the accusations and identifies the source materials behind them.
Ed Barley’s Shifting BAC Testimony and Forensic-Toxicology Credibility Problems
This analysis argues that Ed Barley’s shift from prosecution witness to defense consultant exposes serious inconsistencies in his BAC testimony and undermines his credibility as a forensic-toxicology expert.
Homeless Veteran Wins $400K After 7-Year Legal Battle Against Orange County Deputies
Los Angeles, CA (May 22, 2025) – It’s been 7 years in the making, but homeless veteran Jeremy Holloway has finally prevailed in his federal civil rights case against the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
Ed Barley’s Reputation, Alleged No-Shows and Flawed BAC Testimony
This post criticizes Ed Barley’s professional reputation, alleged failures to appear after accepting expert appointments and repeated BAC opinions that the author argues are scientifically unsound.
Absorption-Phase BAC Readings: What They Actually Show
When I first stepped on the expert witness scene about 1.5 decades ago, I learned everything from Dr. Rose.
Dr. Vina Spiehler: Professional-Credibility Critique and Sources
This post presents the author’s direct professional-credibility critique of Dr. Vina Spiehler, including the testimony, qualifications and case experiences relied on for its conclusions.
