Debunking the Myth About Sensitivity in Drug and Alcohol Testing
Uncover the truth behind drug testing sensitivity myths with insights from Cansford’s Reporting Scientist.
Celebrating 40 years of DNA ‘fingerprinting’ in family law cases
Discover the evolution of DNA testing in family law over 40 years, revolutionising paternity cases and court proceedings. Explore the impact of genetic fingerprinting on legal complexities and its role in determining familial relationships accurately.
Discover the ‘secret sauce’ in Cansford’s industry-leading efficiency
Discover how Cansford’s recipe for fast turnaround times in drug, alcohol, and steroid testing parallels Colonel Sanders’ secrecy. Learn about strategic investments, bespoke software, and a culture of constant improvement.
The impact of cocaine abuse on parents and their children
Cansford CEO John Wicks discusses drug effects on families & solutions, drawing from a lifetime’s career in drug (and alcohol) testing.
How Cansford Labs is quality-driven to ensure our drug and alcohol testing is of the highest quality and standard
Cansford Labs earns ISO9001 & ISO45001 certifications, ensuring top-quality standards & workplace safety.
Cansford Laboratories launches ‘breakthrough’ test to assess alcohol abuse
Cansford Labs launches dual DBS test for comprehensive alcohol assessment. PEth & EtG markers reveal recent and long-term use, aiding family law cases.
In praise of Family Drug and Alcohol Courts (FDACs)
In this month’s exclusive article family law blogger John Bolch examines the pros and cons of Family Drug and Alcohol Courts, how attitudes have changed and how FDACs seek better outcomes for children (and of course their families).
Casedo Case Study: Family Law
Rhys Taylor explains how Casedo works for him in his family law practice.
Exclusive: The Conundrum of Judicial Assistance for Litigants-in-person
In his latest blog post written specially for family law professionals, John Bolch compares an adversarial versus inquisitorial system and the pros and cons when it comes to having no legal representation and litigants-in-person cast adrift in the legal system.
Cansford Labs Launches Test for Active Ingredient in Magic Mushrooms
Since their introduction to the western world in the 1950s, magic mushrooms have been inextricably linked with the hippy movement. However, attitudes have changed, and over the years, their popularity has become more mainstream. Home Office data reveals a jump in the number of young people using magic mushrooms – from 49,000 in 2016/17 to 101,000 in 2018/19, while other sources suggest that these psychedelics have ‘become the drug of choice’ during COVID-19 lockdown.
New and Exclusive: the Death (and Rebirth?) of Family Mediation
In his latest exclusive, family law blogger John Bolch examines mediation past, present and what the future holds. We know – attending the most recent Resolution event – that this is a hot topic among family law professionals, and championed by Sir Andrew McFarlane, President of the Family Division.
Is It Time at Last for Rights to Be Given to Cohabitants?
In his latest article, family law blogger John Bolch examines cohabitation, and the issues around cohabitants, families and relationship breakdown and questions whether we will ever see reform here in the UK.
5 Questions You Need to Ask When Requesting a Hair Drug and Alcohol Test
It’s no secret that everyone working in ‘family justice’ is operating at the ‘extent of their capacity’, a fact highlighted earlier this year by Sir Andrew McFarlane, the president of the Family Division of the High Court and the most senior family court judge in England and Wales.
Will Hot Tub Use Affect My Client’s Hair Drug Test Result?…and Other Questions
In an article first published in The Review earlier this year, Cansford Laboratories founder Lolita Tsanaclis answers some of the most frequently asked questions around hair drug and alcohol testing.
Could Family Legal Aid Lawyers Be Next in Line to Strike?
In his latest post, family law blogger John Bolch examines whether a strike could be a distinct possibility if the supply of goodwill runs out as legal colleagues continue to face extreme pressures with cases and courts.
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