Harwood Feffer LLP Announces Investigation of MEDTOX Scientific Inc.

NEW YORK, June 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Harwood Feffer LLP (www.hfesq.com) is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of MEDTOX Scientific Inc. ("MEDTOX" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: MTOX) concerning the proposed acquisition of the Company by Laboratory Corporation of American Holdings ("Lab Corp.") in a transaction valued at approximately $241 million. 

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On June 4, 2012, it was announced that MEDTOX and Lab Corp. have entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which Lab Corp. will acquire MEDTOX.  Under the agreement, MEDTOX shareholders will receive $27.00 in cash per share held. 

Our investigation concerns whether the MEDTOX board of directors is fulfilling its fiduciary duties, maximizing the value of the Company, disclosing all material benefits and costs, and obtaining full and fair consideration for Company shareholders. 

If you own MEDTOX shares and wish to discuss this matter with us, or have any questions concerning your rights and interests with regard to this matter, please contact:

Benjamin Sachs-Michaels, Esq.

Robert I. Harwood, Esq.

Harwood Feffer LLP

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