DRIVING WHILE IMPAIRED/DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE/alcohol retrograde extrapolation)

Our experts have experience analyzing tens of thousands of biological samples for the presence and content of ethanol, evaluating the administration and results of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs), and presenting driving and physical impairment correlations to blood/breath alcohol levels. We have extensive experience educating in the classroom and in the courtroom. We pride ourselves on our passion for combining science and justice and for the energy we bring to presentation of the facts.

The combination of years working along-side law enforcement and managing a forensic science laboratory has given in-depth exposure to common failures in following policies and protocols roadside and in the laboratory. We know what questions you should ask and what additional documentation you should request so that you can dig deeper into your client’s investigation and ensure the accuracy and reliability of the work performed in their case to enhance accountability for all parties involved.

Never assume that because a laboratory is accredited that they are doing everything right or according to validated procedures. Let our experts help you provide the best defense for your clients.

Drug screening results (employment and child custody)

A positive result on a drug screening does not mean that an illegal substance is present or has been recently used. Don’t accept the result of your positive drug test when you know you have not used illegal, controlled substances. A confirmatory test is required to form that conclusion and sometimes the confirmatory tests are not conducted properly.

Let us help you evaluate the test(s) performed in your case and get to the bottom of your false positive drug screen/result.

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

We have experience weighing and identifying controlled substances. We know that many analysts don’t know why they do what they do in the laboratory and often make mistakes or cut corners because they have no real understanding of how the instrumental analysis or sample selection process works in their cases.

As chemistry educators and trainers, we not only have experience performing the analysis, we know how and why the results are what they are. We know how to look at the case notes, sampling, and weighing processes, and final analysis to ensure procedure is followed. We know what questions you should ask the analyst(s) to see if they actually understand the science behind their results.

Never assume that because a laboratory is accredited that they are doing everything right or according to validated procedures. Let our experts help you provide the best defense.

REWEIGHING - CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

We can re-weigh your controlled substances evidence for you. We have a selection of analytical balances and industrial scales that are calibrated to the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards.

laboratory accreditation/auditing

Let us help you prepare for your first or next assessment or internal audit. We can customize our level of review of your laboratory or perform customized audits of your local, State, Federal, or private crime laboratory or third-party testing laboratory.

We have17+ years experience performing audits in compliance with ISO/IEC17025 standards, as well as supplemental standards from accrediting organizations such as ANAB and A2LA. We have experience at each level from an internal and external point of view, from laboratory analyst, to quality manager, to laboratory director, to lead and technical assessor.

We work as independent contractors with accreditation organizations (such as ANAB and A2LA) to perform laboratory assessments under ISO/IEC17025:2017, so we stay up-to-date on current requirements for accreditation.

CANNABIS

With popularity of CBD and THC products booming across the nation, we believe that consumers, retailers, wholesalers, and farmers need advocates who are knowledgeable about this industry and the legality and quality of the products on the market.

We provide expert testimony on hemp and marijuana, working to ensure that those in possession of legal products do not face injustice.

We also provide consultation in all areas of the industry when it relates to verifying the quality of the products being consumed, sold, and produced. We will do the research for you to verify you are using legal, safe, and quality products.

We research third-party testing laboratories to ensure that product producers are using a laboratory whose work they can rely on and stand by. We can customize our level of review of your third-party laboratory.

Claims of false positive marijuana drug tests are on the rise. Don’t accept the results of your drug test as positive, when you know you have only used legal cannabis products. Let us help you evaluate the test(s) performed in your case and get to the bottom of your false positive test.

If you have questions or need expert advice, let our experts help you with your cannabis needs.