False Positive Influencers
Forensic Toxicologist can Disprove False Positives Most of the population, including professional athletes, school teachers and even the President, will have to undergo a mandatory drug test at some point in their lives. Of this group of people, some will test positive for drugs they have not consumed due to…
Future of Blood Testing Could Reveal Age
Hospital Blood Testing May Soon Reveal People’s Age Forensic crime scene analysis methods are constantly advancing and developing, to the point where a new study has been published proving that crime scene investigators may soon be able to determine a suspect’s age from a sample of his or her blood,…
Cheating a Drug Test
Not So Easy to Beat Urine Drug Testing According to a recent study published in The American Journal on Addictions, 48.2% of respondents have undergone some kind of workplace drug testing 1. With so many companies carrying out mandatory drug testing, many job-seekers and employees are turning to furtive methods…
I Want to be a Forensic Toxicologist
Becoming a Forensic Toxicologist Forensic toxicology is a demanding but rewarding career. It requires a specific set of skills, education and training, and personality traits to succeed in this challenging industry. If you are considering becoming a forensic toxicologist, learn more about what to expect – and what will be…
Analysis of Crash Risk Under the Influence of Drugs
Drug Blood Testing and Crash Risk Analysis There is a wide range of data published outlining the impairments caused by alcohol on driving and its propensity to increase the risk of motor vehicle accidents, or, crash risk. But what about driving under the influence of drugs? The role of drugs…
Understanding Pharmacogenetic Variability
Okorie Okorocha Discusses Pharmacogenetic Variability Pharmacogenetics is the study of how genes affect a person’s response to drugs. It is a relatively new field combining pharmacology and genomics. Pharmacology is a branch of medicine that examines the uses, effects, and modes of action of drugs while genomics concerns the sequencing…
Discussing the Different Variables of Addiction
Expert Witness Discusses the Variables of Addiction The chronic nature of addiction means that drug addiction is considered a disease. However, this classification is not without controversy. This is because initial drug use typically has a voluntary component and most people who try drugs a few times do not go…
DUI Misdemeanor vs Felony
A DUI Charge Must Have Solid Evidence of Alcohol Testing Each state has a different rule for punishing DUI offenders, and while some are more lenient then others, there are some key factors involved in whether the offender is charged with a misdemeanor or felony. In terms of the United…
Understanding Pharmacokinetic Variability
Toxicology Lawyer Explains Pharmacokinetic Variability Every person has a unique biological system and so it follows naturally that there is variability among individuals’ response to drugs. This consideration, known as pharmacokinetic variability, has always been important in hospitals and within pharmacology, but it is also a necessary consideration during legal…
Why Having a Toxicology Expert Witness will help Your Motor Vehicle Accident Case
Toxicology Co-Counsels Add Understanding to Complex Concepts A court case, and especially a jury duty, can be extremely confusing at times when complex matters are discussed without a fully comprehensive background. Having a toxicology co-counsel expert present allows for intricate drug and alcohol related matters to be better understood, with…
Understanding Pharmacodynamic Variability
Forensic Lawyers Know You are Unique No two people are the same; we all look different, act different and react to drugs differently, because we all possess a unique genetic makeup. Unfortunately, medical professionals get things wrong, and sometimes the dosage of medication you receive is beneficial for most of…
The Disadvantages of Hair Testing
Does Hair Follicle Testing Really Work? Because of its non-invasive nature, hair testing has been on the rise for the last few years. Personnel can watch a donor remove their hair or even do it for them, as opposed to a urine test where donors are given the privacy of…
