Boating Accident Expert Witnesses

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Expert witnesses in boating accidents practice in a variety of fields, including maritime law, personal injury law, product liability law, insurance law, and criminal law. Some of the most common specialties among these expert witnesses also include boating safety, marine engineering, navigation, seamanship, and boat maintenance. They have provided opinions on the effects of operator negligence, equipment failure, violation of boating laws, alcohol or drug use while operating a boat, and adverse weather conditions.

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Average Boating Accident Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$300/hr

Review Fee

$350/hr

Deposition Fee

$375/hr

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

This expert is well versed in all areas of maritime safety and regulation. He spent 30 years in the United States Coast Guard serving as a Boatswains Mate and Chief Warrant Officer, among other positions in operations and safety. He has conducted a myriad of law enforcement boardings to ensure vessels were in compliance with federal law and safety requirements. He is Coast Guard trained in Jones Act, OSHA Regulations, ABYC standards, and SMS (Safety Management Systems) requirements. This expert is currently a marine safety consultant at his own private consulting practice, where he advises on liability and negligence of marine equipment and behavior aboard ships.

Marine Safety Consultant, Private Consulting Practice

Jupiter |

Florida

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Review Fee $325/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

The qualified expert is cross-trained in vessel and vehicle accident reconstruction and in homicide/criminal investigation. He has conducted more than 1,500 investigations of serious and fatal vessel and vehicle accidents, and of crimes against persons and property. He was a board member of New Jersey State Police review boards that evaluated police vehicle accidents and pursuits for compliance with state guidelines and NJSP standard operating procedures. The expert is also a former NJSP Academy Instructior and NJSP human resouces administrator. Currently, the expert is a principal investigator for a private consulting firm specializing in boating and PWC accident investigation and reconstruction, and the investigation and reconstruction of police vehicular pursuits and emergency vehicle accidents. The expert also offers consultation regarding seamanship and captaincy matters and police procedures relating to police patrol matters and police activities at roadway construction sites. The expert also has experience in matters involving commuter bus passengers, school crossing guards and roadway construction zone activities. The expert has been recognized in an NJ area verdict publication regarding investigative work done in a police vehicular pursuit and police procedures matter.

President and Principal Investigator, A private investigation firm in NJ

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Caldwell College

Westfield |

New Jersey

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This boating expert has nearly 30 years of experience in his field. He earned an AA in business administration from Rio Hondo Community College and is licensed as a captain through the US Coast Guard. In addition, he is a member of the Outdoor Writers Association of California and has contributed thousands of articles on fishing and boating to various media outlets. Formerly, this expert was an operations manager at Designed Programs Corporation and a technical operations and customer support manager at AT&T. He was the president, CEO, CFO, and COB of Sea Cubed, Inc. Currently, he is the owner of both a gun and a fishing retail store, as well as a freelance writer, speaker, and teacher on outdoor topics. Most notably, this expert is the executive director and a captain at a maritime NPO in California, serving special-needs people. Additionally, he has owned a long-term boat charter business for the past 19 years.

Owner, Operator, and Captain, A boat charter business in CA

Associate in Arts (AA), Rio Hondo Community College

Santa Barbara |

California

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Review Fee $750/hr
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This highly-qualified expert has extensive experience in admiralty and maritime law. After earning his BS in marine transportation from Texas A&M University, and this expert went on to complete testing for a US Coast Guard Third Mate Unlimited Any Gross Ton License. He spent seven years sailing on various types and sizes of US Jones Act and international trading tank vessels in charge of navigation watch, cargo operations, deck maintenance and repair, and ISO/ISM safety management compliance, in all officer ranks. After becoming eligible for a US Coast Guard Master Unlimited Any Gross Tons License, this expert served in command of a 48,000 ton US flagged chemical tanker. He later was selected to serve with the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots as a state commissioned and federally licensed harbor pilot, in the state of Texas for thirteen years. Over the course of his career, this expert has played major roles in the acceptance and implementation of various professional guidelines, including the first Navigation and Safety Guidelines for the Port of Corpus Christi. Currently, this experts serves as a private maritime consultant based out of Texas.

Consultant, A private maritime consultancy in TX

Bachelor of Science (BS), Texas A&M University

Corpus Christi |

Texas

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FAQs for Boating Accident Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a boating accident expert witness in a legal case?

A boating accident expert witness provides specialized knowledge about maritime laws, safety regulations, and boat operations to help clarify facts and establish liability in a legal dispute.

What types of cases can a boating accident expert witness handle?

They can handle cases involving personal injury, wrongful death, property damage, product liability, and negligence related to recreational or commercial boating accidents.

How can a boating accident expert witness assist in a product liability case?

The expert can evaluate the design, manufacturing process, and safety features of the boat or equipment involved to determine if any defects contributed to the accident.

Are there subspecialties within the field of boating accident expert witnesses?

Yes. Some experts specialize in areas like marine engineering, navigation, seamanship, yacht brokerage, or maritime safety regulations.

Why is it important to hire an expert with experience in the specific type of boat involved in the accident?

Different types of boats have unique operating characteristics and safety requirements. An expert familiar with the specific type can provide more accurate analysis and testimony.

How does Expert Institute select its Boating Accident 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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