Drug Screen Expert Witnesses

Sudbury, Massachusetts

Occupational Medicine, Toxicology - Drug testing, drug test, drug screening, drug screen, alcohol testing, alcohol test, toxicology, medical review officer, MRO, impairment, disability, DOT physicals, DOT exams, occupational medicine, occupational health, truck driver, dram shop, alcohol, workers compensation

Expert in drug and alcohol testing and impairment, fitness-for-duty, and occupational medicine. Extensive experience in cases involving drug and alcohol testing in the workplace and in other settings; dram shop cases; fitness of police and firefighters, commercial drivers, and other workers; and disability discrimination. Clear, detailed, well-organized, well-referenced, and timely reports. Qualifications include: board certified in occupational medicine. Certified medical review officer (MRO), FMCSA (NRCME) Medical Examiner and trainer, and (former) FAA Medical Examiner. Fellow of American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM) and awarded the 2018 ACOEM Achievement in Occupational Medicine Award. Assistant Professor, U Mass Medical School. Former residency director for occupational medicine training program. Written books and written/given numerous educational programs to physician and other groups about drug and alcohol testing, and about DOT physicals (...

Meadowbrook, Pennsylvania

Substance Abuse, Cannabis - Employment Drug Testing, Workplace Safety, DOT Compliance, Drug Testing Regulations, Cannabis Testing, Occupational Health, Urinalysis, Alcohol Testing, Oral Fluid Testing, SAMHSA Compliance, Substance Testing Regs, Drug Lab Analysis, State Cannabis Regulations, Drug Testing Laws, Impairment, Saliva Testing, Marijuana, Drug Screen

Leading substance abuse industry drug and alcohol testing authority with over 30 years of industry experience, serving as an expert witness, litigation consultant, and policy advisor in matters involving workplace drug testing, impairment assessment, and regulatory compliance. Proven expertise in federal regulations and state drug testing law, including DOT, SAMHSA, ADA, cannabis, and state-specific laws. Extensive background in designing compliant, defensible testing programs, and providing authoritative opinions involving wrongful termination, discrimination, and workplace safety claims. Skilled in translating complex scientific, regulatory, and operational issues into clear, court-ready testimony. Nina is a frequent presenter and author as a workplace safety and drug testing expert. Ms. French has served as the past President of the Drug & Alcohol Testing Association (DATIA) and is currently a member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the Impairment Science Organization (DRUID).