Category: Forensic Toxicology
Ed Barley’s Professional Reputation and Conduct: Expanded Analysis
Professional Credibility Concerns Ed Barley’s professional reputation has been seriously compromised throughout his career trajectory. Initially working at the Los Angeles County Crime Lab, he developed a negative reputation even among prosecutors who should have been his natural allies. His analytical approaches and testimony were viewed with significant skepticism by…
The Truth About Absorption Phase Readings
When I first stepped on the expert witness scene about 1.5 decades ago, I learned everything from Dr. Rose. I then followed up with Dr. Labianca and Dr. Simpson after reading their papers on the subject of falsely high breath readings during absorption.. The defense bar didn’t even know about…
The Real Truth About Dr. Vina Spiehler
The truth about Vina Spiehler, Ph.D by OKORIE OKOROCHA, M.S., M.S., ESQ. I first encountered her in Stockton, California, in which 2 motorcycle riders were severely injured, including brain damage. She blatantly lied about the toxicology, and the attorney doing her direct exam was beating a dead horse, but I…
More Reason to Never Trust Edmund “Ed” Barley
The Los Angeles Superior Courts have a panel of experts that they try to force appointed attorneys (including public defenders) to use. Getting on the panel is easy if you worked as a lab tech in a government crime lab as Ed Barley did, even if you have zero formal…
Never Trust Ed Barley
Joseph Younes & Olivier Tallieu snag a $5.7 million win for a deserving client in a very tough case in San Diego Federal Court. The case came down to the toxicological evidence. The Plaintiff’s attorneys with good sense chose Okorie Okorocha, M.S., M.S., ESQ., who has actual formal education in…
Alcohol Toxicology For Civil Lawyers
In April of 2021 Okorie Okorocha wrote an article on Alcohol toxicology for civil lawyers for “Advocate” DON’T LET A HOSPITAL’S FAULTY BLOOD-ALCOHOL TEST DEVALUE YOUR CASE DUE TOCONTRIBUTORY NEGLIGENCE (YOUR GUY WAS DRUNK!) Read the entire article by clicking here
The Process Of Analyzing Data In Forensic Toxicology
Forensic toxicology is a complex field revolving around the use of toxins, chemicals, and poisons, particularly pertaining to instances of crime or even death. It is important to understand the role that data can play in the outcomes of court cases where forensic toxicology comes into play. Understanding Data In…
Forensic Toxicology: Detection & Classification Of Drugs
Did you know that forensic toxicology can be a beneficial asset in a court case by bringing forward scientifically analyzing biological samples? Where the likes of DUIs and urine testing can result in mishaps and unfair prison sentences, forensic toxicology uses improved tools and technologies to achieve highly accurate results….
The Trouble With Police Field Drug Test Kits
Police use a variety of “quick and reliable” drug tests that can easily be administered. But while they definitely are quick, they are not the most reliable. Despite concerns about inaccuracies, police field drug test kits are still used on a daily basis and contribute to false convictions. Unlike the…
The Challenges Of Hair Follicle Testing
Hair follicle testing has risen in use to over 200,000 drug tests per year in the U.S. This type of drug testing analyzes the hair shaft for drug metabolites, as opposed to analyzing bodily fluids such as urine or saliva which are used in most other types of drug testing….
These Machines Can Put You In Jail: The Truth About Breathalyzer Tests
It’s not uncommon for law enforcement to use breathalyzer tests for estimating the blood alcohol content in a driver’s system. The controversial results of these tests are then used as a case for charging someone with a DUI. What many people don’t realize is that the accuracy of these breathalyzer…
How DNA Contamination Can Alter Court Cases
When a crime occurs, scientists may use DNA evidence to ascertain who are possible suspects and, in some cases, find them guilty in court. Yet relying so heavily on such a sensitive test can have consequences, especially in criminal court cases. How Does DNA Contamination Happen? As forensic technology has…
