Forensic Toxicology Blog

Evidence-based articles about toxicology, expert testimony, legal developments, alcohol, drugs, and forensic testing.

11th Dec
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Returning to Forensic Toxicology and Legal-Science Writing

This article explains Returning to Forensic Toxicology and Legal-Science Writing and the scientific, legal or practical considerations discussed in the source material.

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12th Nov
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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.

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24th Oct
Toxicology.com verdict bulletin: invasion of privacy case BC667829 resulted in a $1,300,000 jury verdict on May 6, 2024, in Los Angeles Superior Court

Believe: A Reflection on Perseverance

Perseverance requires continuing to act when results are uncertain, setbacks are real and motivation is incomplete. This reflection explains why disciplined belief matters in professional and personal work.

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21st Oct
Okorie Okorocha Argues Before the 4th District Court of Appeal

Fourth District Court of Appeal Argument on One Hour’s Notice

Renowned forensic toxicology attorney Okorie Okorocha appeared before the Fourth District Court of Appeal with only one hour’s notice to present oral argument in a complex appeal involving service of process, default judgments, and post-judgment appearances. Watch the full oral argument below…

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8th Sep
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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.

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2nd Sep
Facebook post from March 1, 2019 showing Judge Rupert Byrdsong with Langston Bar Association and Black Women Lawyers members at a KJLH Proven Achievers event

Verified Statement Accuses Judge Rupert Byrdsong of Bias, Ex Parte Conduct and False Records

A verified statement in Law v. Byrdsong accuses Judge Rupert Byrdsong of bias, ex parte conduct, blocking legal argument and creating false records. The accusations are presented as the filer’s sworn claims, not as judicial findings.

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8th Aug
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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…

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7th Aug
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Filed Pleading Says Judge Rupert Byrdsong Cooked for Jurors to Curry Favor

A filed pleading accuses Judge Rupert Byrdsong of currying favor with jurors by cooking a meal for them. This post presents the pleading excerpt and supporting image so readers can examine the accusation directly.

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4th Aug
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Uber Technologies v. Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin

This article explains Uber Technologies v. Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin and the scientific, legal or practical considerations discussed in the source material.

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4th Aug
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Uber Technologies v. Law Group of South Florida: Case Filing

This post presents and analyzes the filing in Uber Technologies, Inc. v. Law Group of South Florida, LLC, focusing on the allegations, procedural posture and issues raised by the parties.

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29th Jul
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Uber Technologies v. Downtown LA Law Group

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24th Jul
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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.

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