Forensic Toxicology Blog
Evidence-based articles about toxicology, expert testimony, legal developments, alcohol, drugs, and forensic testing.
Case Result: $1.1 Million Recovery
It’s not as good as it sounds. The plaintiffs are left with permanent disabilities. And we didn’t have much to pursue! This was in Pasadena, California case in from of Judge Jared Moses in Department P.
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.
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.
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…
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.
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.
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…
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.
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.
Uber Technologies v. Law Group of South Florida: Case Filing
Read the complaint in Uber Technologies v. Law Group of South Florida and related defendants. The filing presents allegations, not adjudicated findings.
Uber Technologies v. Downtown LA Law Group
This article explains Uber Technologies v. Downtown LA Law Group and the scientific, legal or practical considerations discussed in the source material.
