Our 3 working day turnaround time is a standard sample service – not a ‘paid for’ extra
In this piece Kim Bagley of Cansford Labs talks about the benefits of their 3 working day turnaround of sample collections for family law professionals
Education, Not Longer Sentences, Prevents Driving Offence Tragedies
Longer sentences won’t prevent road tragedies. Charlotte Le Maire on why change needs early education and a cultural shift on driving safety.
Concerns as homophobic hate crimes ‘significantly’ on the rise
In this criminal news update from Aimee Fox of Oakwood Solicitors, she reports on the recent increase in homophobic hate crime and outlines the path to claiming compensation for a victim of violent crime.
Hotel faces modern slavery allegations
Tanveer Qureshi recently defended a hotel director accused of modern slavery and wage violations, leading to all charges being dropped. The case underscores the hotel industry’s risk of exploitation through supply chains and labour practices. The Modern Slavery Act requires businesses to implement strong anti-slavery measures and maintain transparent compliance protocols.
The role of hair strand testing in family court – a Cansford Labs case study
In this case study from Cansford Laboratories look at the the critical role of hair strand testing in a recent case at the family court. Discussion highlights how the objective testing was beneficial to the case and informed the court decision.
Upcoming Free Webinars: Judicial Review and Refusal of Naturalisation on Good Character Grounds – Parts 1 & 2
Join DG Legal for a free two part webinar series on Judicial Review and Refusal of Naturalisation on Good Character Grounds. In this will be a 1 hour session presented by leading practitioners Eric Fripp and Amy Childs from 36 Group, they will outline the parameters for refusal of British nationality on the basis of lack of ‘good character’, how to anticipate issues, and how to contest refusals The first part of the webinar will be held on Tuesday, 8th October 2024, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
Why Cansford’s 3-day turnaround time is the standard for our drug and alcohol testing
For legal professionals, especially in family law, timely drug and alcohol test results are crucial. In this article Cansford’s Managing Director, Kim Bagley discusses why their three-working-day turnaround sets the standard for drug and alcohol testing.
Catch-up on-demand free webinar for family law professionals: Understanding alcohol testing in child protection cases
As a family law professional, staying updated on alcohol testing methods is crucial for child protection cases, but it can be challenging with a demanding caseload. Cansford Labs has released a free, on-demand webinar titled “Pints to Particles”, designed to enhance your knowledge at your convenience. The webinar covers key testing methods such as hair and blood tests, real-life case studies, and best practices for test selection, all explained in a simplified manner.
The Wrong Type Of Milestone In Forensic Science
In this article, Alan Baker of Bericon Forensics, presents his views on the significant changes in the forensic science marketplace in England and Wales. Baker questions whether privatisation has worked for criminal justice.
Drug Driving vs. Drink Driving: Challenges In Evidence Collection Post-Synlab Scandal
Section 5A of the Road Traffic Act 2015 was introduced to address the challenges of prosecuting drug driving cases that often failed under the previous legislation. In this presentation, Alan Baker from Bericon explores the key differences between drink driving and drug driving offenses, highlighting the processes of blood sample collection and analysis. He also discusses the potential impact of the Synlab data scandal on forensic evidence and future prosecutions.
Enforcing the Novel Food regime – Part 1: Overview and Rationale
This article reviews the enforcement of the Novel Food (England) Regulations 2018, highlighting local authorities’ roles in regulating novel foods like SARNS and cannabis-based products. The enforcement involves three key approaches: seizure and condemnation, civil sanctions and criminal penalties.
‘Sleep, Sex and Violence’?
This article, written by Allison Summers KC, discusses the complexities and legal challenges in defending cases involving parasomnias, such as sleepwalking and sexsomnia, where the defendant claims to have committed acts involuntarily while asleep.
Bericon Forensics Launches New Series: Evidence Essentials
Bericon Forensics are proud to launch their new series of guides for solicitors called Evidence Essentials.
Each guide has been written by a forensic expert with many years of experience in the criminal justice system and the presentation of forensic evidence. These guides will serve as up-to-the-minute references for anyone involved in criminal defence work.
The first in the series is all about DNA evidence and will be followed next month by a guide to Drug Driving.
Drug Driving Success
A defendant charged with drug driving was found not guilty after an analysis by Bericon Forensics. The analysis showed the defendant’s THC levels were slightly above the legal limit. However, the expert suggested that the THC level could have dropped below the limit within a few hours due to the defendant’s regular cannabis use. This uncertainty contributed to the not guilty verdict.
Homophobic hate crime hotspots in the UK amid 462% surge in incidents
Although the world appears to be more inclusive now than ever before, figures show that the LGBT+ community still suffers from terrible hate crimes and abuse.
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