Toxicology Expert Witness FAQs | Adams Toxicology Consulting & Expert Witness

Engagement begins with an initial case screening and discussion to confirm the matter is within scope and identify key toxicology questions. This is followed by a document and records review, development of a preliminary opinion, and, when appropriate, preparation of a formal report and case strategy support including deposition and trial testimony.

Yes. Adams Toxicology Consulting provides expert testimony and consultation in criminal, civil, and medical malpractice litigation, including cases involving alleged medication errors, adverse drug events, and toxic exposures. Services include expert reports, deposition support, and trial testimony as needed.

Services include:

• Case evaluation and toxicology record review

• Interpretation of blood and urine drug levels, therapeutic vs toxic ranges, and confounding factors

• Impairment and causation analysis (including alcohol, drugs, polypharmacy)

• Written reports, affidavits, deposition preparation, and trial testimony
  These are tailored to the needs of each case for both plaintiff and defense counsel.

James P. Adams, PharmD, DABAT is a board-certified clinical toxicologist and licensed clinical pharmacist based in Louisville, Kentucky. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Georgia, completed a pharmacy residency and a clinical toxicology fellowship, and currently serves as a clinical toxicologist at the Kentucky Poison Center and adjunct faculty at the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy. His expertise includes drugs of abuse, alcohol and impairment, postmortem toxicology, medication errors, and toxic exposures.

A qualified toxicology expert witness should have:

• Board certification in toxicology and real-world clinical experience.

• Formal education and specialized fellowship training in toxicology.

• Experience interpreting clinical and forensic toxicology data

• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to legal audiences