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Plain-language guides on private autopsies, exhumation, cause of death, and forensic pathology — written for Texas families, attorneys, and county officials.
October 13, 2026
Death of an Expert Witness and What It Means for a Case
Learn what happens after the death of an expert witness, from preserving prior opinions and autopsy records to replacing the expert and keeping your case
October 12, 2026
Updated Autopsy Report: What Changes, When, and Why
An updated autopsy report can add new testing or expert review to an earlier finding. Learn what changes, when amendments occur, and how
October 11, 2026
Forensic Death Investigation: What Families Should Know
Learn how forensic death investigation works, from scene assessment and autopsy through cause-of-death determination. A clear guide for families and attorneys.
October 10, 2026
Chain of Custody Report: Essential Fields and Evidence
Understand a chain of custody report step by step. Learn required fields, timestamps, signatures, sample templates, and how Texas Autopsy Services ensures
October 9, 2026
What a Chain of Custody Test Involves and Why It Matters
Learn what a chain of custody test covers, how specimens are tracked, and why documentation matters for admissibility in Texas death investigations.
October 8, 2026
Chain of Custody Bags: What They Are and Why They Matter
Learn what chain of custody bags are, how they preserve evidence integrity, and how Texas Autopsy Services uses secure packaging and in-house transport.
October 7, 2026
Chain of Custody Questions: A Forensic Guide
Learn essential chain of custody questions for forensic evidence. Understand documentation, transport procedures, and how breaks in custody affect cases.
October 6, 2026
Forensic Pathology and Autopsy What Families Should Know
Understand forensic pathology and autopsy in Texas. Learn the process, types of examinations, toxicology testing, and how private autopsies provide independent
October 5, 2026
Digital Pathology Review for Forensic and Medicolegal Cases
Learn how digital pathology review works in forensic cases, from whole-slide imaging to remote second opinions, turnaround, and Texas legal context.
October 4, 2026
Forensic Pathology Review: A Guide for Families
A forensic pathology review explains the cause of death for legal cases. Learn what families and attorneys should expect from this critical process.
October 3, 2026
Locum Tenens Pathologist Guide for Texas County Services
Understand the role of a locum tenens pathologist in Texas. Learn how we fill statewide gaps, cover county services, and onboarding requirements.
October 2, 2026
Chain of Custody Cyber Security for Digital Evidence
Learn how chain of custody cyber security protects digital evidence, supports HIPAA compliance, and keeps forensic reports court-admissible.