The rush to embrace telemedicine and other forms of digital healthcare tools occurred as a result of demand and necessity. However, the move away from in-person care to a more remote, automated approach is not without its drawbacks and has implications on health professionals meeting their duty ethically and under law. The implication for patients […]
Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs outlines the drug and alcohol testing options available for family law professionals, and how a new, free guide can help identify the most appropriate testing method for each specific case. Drug and alcohol misuse is a common feature in family court proceedings, with implications for safeguarding, contact, and […]
Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, examines the latest ONS data on drug misuse and its implications for toxicology testing in family law cases. Substance misuse continues to play a significant role in family law proceedings, influencing decisions around safeguarding, parenting capacity and contact arrangements. The latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) data (11 […]
In the current digital world, many other industries have accepted and embraced the technological wave. From the use of electronic record management systems to adopting cloud based storage, preferring electronic data submissions, email confirmation, digital receipts, digital certificates and embracing e-signatures, technology has taken over wet ink in different ways. Despite the technological advancements, cross-border […]
Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, discusses the role of hair drug and alcohol testing in children, and the forensic standards underpinning its use in family law. In care proceedings and private family law cases, toxicology evidence can play a pivotal role in safeguarding decisions. When concerns arise around a child’s potential exposure to […]
Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, discusses the application and benefits of repeat drug and alcohol testing in the Family Court. Drug and alcohol testing are critical tools in Family Court, particularly where concerns exist around parental substance misuse. While a single test may confirm either historical or recent use, depending on the type […]
Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, examines why non-standard drugs are an emerging concern in family law. Drug and alcohol misuse remains a frequent factor in family law proceedings, directly impacting assessments of parenting capacity, safeguarding, and contact arrangements. Standard drug testing panels are designed to detect the most commonly misused substances – such […]
Casey Randall, Director of Genetics at AlphaBiolabs, discusses the benefits of Non-invasive Prenatal Paternity testing for Family Court. Uncertainty surrounding a child’s paternity can cause significant complications in Family Court proceedings. In cases involving safeguarding, child maintenance, or parental responsibility, the absence of clear paternity can delay critical decisions, complicate care planning, and heighten tensions […]
Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, explores the evidential benefits of nail drug and alcohol testing. As a leading provider of UKAS-accredited drug and alcohol testing, and a trusted training partner of the Judicial College, AlphaBiolabs recently had the opportunity to deliver a session on drug and alcohol testing to over 80 members […]
Marie Law, Head of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, discusses the many benefits of oral fluid drug testing for child welfare and protection matters. Drug testing plays a crucial role in safeguarding children and informing court decisions. Whether used in private law cases – such as custody disputes – or during child protection proceedings, reliable drug testing […]
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