Aquatics Expert Witnesses

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Aquatics expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including swimming pool design and construction, water safety, lifeguard operations, aquatic facility management, and marine biology. Some of the most common specialties among aquatics expert witnesses also include diving accidents, water park safety, boating accidents, aquatic risk management, and beach safety. They have provided opinions on the effects of improper pool maintenance, lack of lifeguard supervision, faulty pool equipment, drowning incidents, and unsafe water conditions.

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Review Fee $150/hr
Deposition Fee $150/hr

This expert specializes in the raising and selling of koi fish. She is the owner of a Koi farm in the midwest and has held the title for almost 8 years. She earned her BA in Science Communications from the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay. She has been in the aquatic industry for many years, having served as the President/Owner of Skippers Choice Marine Supply and the VP Marketing and Sales of Lakeside Marina.

Owner, Koi Fish Farm

Bachelor of Arts (BA), University of Wisconsin - Green Bay

Lena |

Wisconsin

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Review Fee $350/hr

This expert has a company dedicated to drowning and aquatic injury prevention and emergency management. In that regard, they develop educational curricula in Lifeguard Operations and Management, Aquatics Safety and Drowning Prevention, Water Rescue, Swiftwater Rescue, and Ice Rescue, and conduct this training both nationally and internationally for the Public Safety and Rescue, as well as the Lifeguard and Aquatic Recreation Sectors. In addition, this expert serves on the Board of Directors for the National Drowning Prevention Alliance, as well as on Advisory Committees for the International Swimming Hall of Fame and the American Red Cross. He is also a member of the United States Lifesaving Association and the National Water Safety Congress. This expert has written and published over 40 articles, and has served as a subject matter expert on numerous occasions for NBC's Today Show; MSNBC News; CNN; ABC's Good Morning America; CBS' Early Show; The Weather Channel; The Discovery Channel; and The History Channel. Prior to starting his safety consulting company, this expert was employed by the American Red Cross for 14 years as a Health and Safety Services Professional, during which time, was responsible for training and supervising Water Safety and Lifeguard Instructors and Instructor Trainers, including for the states of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Texas, and 1.5 years of that time was working for National Headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Aquatic Safety and Water Rescue Consultant, Private Consulting Group

Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Bridgeport

Kennebunkport |

Maine

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FAQs for Aquatics Expert Witnesses

What is the role of an aquatics expert witness?

An aquatics expert witness provides specialized knowledge in cases involving water-related incidents. They can offer insights on safety standards, pool design, lifeguard operations, and more.

In what types of cases might I need an aquatics expert witness?

Aquatics expert witnesses are often needed in personal injury cases involving swimming pools, water parks, boating accidents, drownings, or other water-related incidents.

What subspecialties exist within the field of aquatics expertise?

Subspecialties can include pool design and maintenance, lifeguard training and operations, marine biology, oceanography, water safety instruction, and aquatic therapy.

How can an aquatics expert witness help in a drowning case?

An aquatics expert can analyze factors like pool safety measures, supervision adequacy, response time to emergencies, and adherence to regulations to determine liability in a drowning case.

Can an aquatics expert witness provide testimony on boat accident cases?

Yes. Aquatics experts can assess factors such as boat operation, equipment functionality, weather conditions, and adherence to maritime laws in boat accident cases.

How does Expert Institute select its Aquatics expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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