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Admiralty & Maritime Law Expert Witness
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 Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a boating expert witness in legal proceedings?
A boating expert witness provides specialized knowledge on maritime laws, safety regulations, and boat operations to assist in court cases or investigations.
What types of cases can a boating expert witness handle?
They can handle cases involving boating accidents, maritime law disputes, product liability claims for boat equipment, and personal injury claims related to boating incidents.
How can a boating expert witness help in a personal injury case?
They can provide insights into whether proper safety procedures were followed, assess the condition of the boat, and determine if negligence played a role in the incident.
Are there subspecialties within the field of boating expertise?
Yes. Subspecialties may include yacht operations, commercial fishing, marine engineering, navigation systems, and maritime safety regulations.
Why is it important to hire a boating expert witness with experience in marine engineering?
An expert with marine engineering knowledge can analyze technical aspects like boat design flaws or mechanical failures that could be crucial in product liability or accident cases.
How does Expert Institute select its Boating expert witnesses?
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