Bicycle Expert Witnesses

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Bicycle expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including personal injury law, product liability, traffic accident reconstruction, and safety standards and regulations. Some of the most common specialties among bicycle expert witnesses also include helmet safety, bicycle design and manufacturing, cycling training and coaching, and roadway design for cyclists. They have provided opinions on the effects of faulty bicycle parts, improper helmet use, unsafe road conditions for cyclists, cyclist behavior, and violations of the rules of the road.

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Average Bicycle Expert Witnesses Court Fees

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Review Fee $100/hr

This avid motorcyclist works in the professional motorcycle racing industry, and has access to motorcycles similar or identical to that described in this case. He was also a track coach for 6 years during his tenure at Pro-Motion and Sportbike Track Time.

Director of PR and Media, Major Motorcycle Racing Group

Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Iowa

Philadelphia |

Pennsylvania

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This expert has over 35 years of experience of experience, specializing in bicycle accident investigation. He is on the ASTM Committee for bicycle standards. Previously President of the National Academy of Forensic Engineers, he is a Fellow of both the American Society of Civil Engineers and the National Academy of Forensic Engineers. He is a Registered Professional Engineer for ten states and has authored several books and articles on subject of bicycle safety. He currently serves as President of a forensic engineering firm.

President, A forensic engineering firm in NC

Master of Science (MS), University of Tennessee

Asheville |

North Carolina

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Review Fee $350/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

This expert has an expertise in bicycle accident reconstruction with his extensive cycling experience and his education in human factors, biomechanics and engineering. He has experience analyzing a variety of bicycle issues such as rider behavior/bicycle safety, accident reconstruction, bicycle helmet component failure, and bicycle maintenance.

Human Factors Bicycle Specialist, A private consulting company in PA

Master of Science (MS), Arizona State University

Penns Park |

Pennsylvania

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

With a wealth of experience and knowledge in the pedestrian and bicycle fields, This expert has created and taught pedestrian and bicycle safety and education courses for adults, children, law enforcement officers, judges, attorneys, planners, engineers and maintenance personnel. He has developed community pedestrian/bicycle plans, written resource guides, trained police bike patrols, directed special events, lead bicycle tours and consulted on a wide variety of related topics. He is a well-respected presenter. This expert recently completed 10 year terms on the Wisconsin Governor’s Coordinating Bicycle Council and the Ashwaubenon Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee. He served on the Board of Directors of the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin for 10 years as well, earning an Award of Excellence for his services.

President & Founder, A consulting firm on the rules and regulations around safe cycling in WI

Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Wisconsin

Green Bay |

Wisconsin

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $200/hr
Court Fee $200/hr

This expert has been in the cycling and sporting goods industry for over 19 years. A former Product Manager/Buyer with Performance Bike, Inc., he was a key component of designing, developing, sourcing, pricing, and marketing their highly successful private-label line of cycling and multi-use apparel and accessories. As a Senior Line Product Manager with Cycling Sports Group, he managed the entire apparel product life cycle from initial concept to final delivery. The recipient of awards such as Honoree of Sporting Goods Business Top 40 Under 40 as well as a two-time winner of Bicycling Magazine Editor's Choice Award, this expert is currently the Director of Product Development & Sourcing for a global leader in the Sporting Goods/Outdoor channel.

Outdoor Consultant, A private firm

Bachelor of Science (BS), Appalachian State University

Raleigh |

North Carolina

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $200/hr
Court Fee $200/hr

This expert frequently teaches League of American Bicyclists classes at Wright Dunbar Interpretative Center and Wright State University in Ohio. He worked with the Aviation Heritage National Park Rangers to set up the nationally recognized "Bike with a Ranger" historical bicycling tour program and continues to train National Park Service Rangers involved with the program prior to their program participation. He is currently a chairman of the Ohio Bicycle Federation, where he helped push bicycle safety legislature into laww, Vice President of an Ohio cycling club, and an active member of the USA Cycling Association. He is also active in the "Dayton Safe Kids" project on the wheeled activities committee, where he works to ensure proper rules are in place to ensure the safety of children on the road. HE has represented cycling on the National Committee for Uniform Traffic Laws and Ordinances (NCUTLO). In this position, he worked with League of American Bicyclists representative to update the Uniform Vehicle Code regarding cycling.

Cycling Safety Instructor, A national cycling league

Master of Science (MS), Central Michigan University

Vandalia |

Ohio

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

This expert runs a full-service, comprehensive safety and engineering facility. As a leader in the field of mechanical engineering and safety, his goal is to increase awareness of personal safety issues, while maintaining exacting standards and best practices of the science of personal safety and industrial safety. He is a member of numerous prestigious societies in the field, including the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering and the Society of Automotive Engineers. Currently, this expert is the principal of a design engineering and safety analysis firm.

Principal, A mechanical engineering analysis, design, and safety firm in IL

Master of Science (MS), University of Illinois at Chicago

Glenview |

Illinois

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Review Fee $298/hr
Deposition Fee $375/hr

This highly qualified expert has over 40 years of experience in the industry of ATVs (all-terrain vehicles), UTVs (side by sides), motorcycle dirt bikes, snowmobiles, dual sport bikes, and some street bike and mountain bicycle issues. He is a former professional motorcycle enduro competitor and competed in the International Six Day Trials where he was the youngest competitor to win a gold medal. He is a member of the American Motorcyclists Association and is an inducted member in their motorcycle hall of fame. Other than being a former professional rider, this expert has also designed off-road trails, was a co-owner of a off-highway vehicle retail store and served as a lead mechanic. Currently, this expert is a senior instructor of a training firm and is a consultant of a motorcycle, off-road, and snowmobile consulting firm.

Consultant, A Motorcycle, Off-Road, and Snowmobile Consulting Firm in WA

Washougal |

Washington

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Review Fee $375/hr
Deposition Fee $375/hr
Court Fee $375/hr

This highly-qualified expert has nearly 30 years of experience in the bicycle industry. He has expertise across a variety of bicycle-related areas, including bicycle and triathlon event safety, analysis of bicycle crashes and accident sites, product failures, and bicycle-related intellectual property matters such as patents and trademarks. He earned his BS in mechanical engineering from the State University of York at Buffalo, is a registered patent agent, and currently holds 4 patents involving the engineering and design of bicycle products. He began his career in the bicycle industry as the race director for WPI Criterium, as well as a product manager for Alden Laboratories, where he was involved in all aspects of bicycle saddle products. This expert then served as the president of CC Kinetics Inc. while also working as a freelance writer and editor for multiple bicycle-related publications. During this time, he also served as the race director for the Great Lakes Cycling Classic, the Sprague Brook Park Cyclocross, and the Longsjo Classic. Currently, this expert serves as the registered patent agent and business principal for a patent agency based in Vermont. He is also the lead announcer for several competitive and recreational cycling events and an elite-level competitive cyclist competing in at least one sanctioned race per year.

Registered Patent Agent and Business Principal, A patent agency in VT

Bachelor of Science (BS), State University of New York at Buffalo

Williston |

Vermont

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FAQs for Bicycle Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a bicycle expert witness in legal proceedings?

A bicycle expert witness provides specialized knowledge about bicycles, their mechanics, safety standards, and usage. They can offer insights on accident reconstruction, product liability, or personal injury cases involving bicycles.

What types of cases might require a bicycle expert witness?

Cases that may require a bicycle expert witness include personal injury claims, product liability suits related to faulty bike parts, traffic accidents involving cyclists, and disputes over cycling regulations.

Can a bicycle expert witness provide testimony on helmet safety and regulations?

Yes, a bicycle expert witness can provide valuable insight into helmet safety standards, regulations, and the impact of helmet use on injury severity in bicycle-related accidents.

How does a bicycle expert witness contribute to accident reconstruction?

A bicycle expert witness can analyze factors like road conditions, cyclist behavior, vehicle dynamics, and equipment failure to reconstruct the events leading up to an accident.

Are there subspecialties within the field of bicycle expertise?

Yes, some experts specialize in specific areas such as mountain biking, road cycling, BMX racing, or children's bicycles. Their specialized knowledge can be crucial in certain cases.

How does Expert Institute select its Bicycle 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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