Elevators and Escalators Expert Witnesses in New York
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Mr. Patrick McPartland, PE
New York
Mr. Patrick J. McPartland has 42 years of experience in Elevator and Escalator Maintenance. He earned his AAS in Electrical Technology from the CUNY New York City College of Technology and his BS in Electrical Engineering from the New York University Tandon School of Engineering. Today, this expert is a Certified Elevator Inspector through NAESA International. He is also licensed as a...
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Conveyor Belts & Machine Automation Expert Witness
New York
This expert has designed and improved over 400 machines for the food, pharmaceutical, electronics, mining, consumer goods and automotive industries. He has led major design projects for Fortune 500 Companies, such as Unilever, Coca-Cola, Nestle, Komatsu, Caterpillar, and Hitachi. He earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Mechanical Engineering in Italy, and has gained considerable...
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The Average Elevators and Escalators Expert Witness
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Deposition Fee
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Court Fee
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Elevators and Escalators Expert Witness FAQs
An elevator and escalator expert witness provides specialized knowledge in cases involving accidents, malfunctions, or design flaws related to these systems. They can offer insights on safety standards, maintenance protocols, and more.
Cases involving personal injuries, wrongful deaths, product liability claims, or disputes over maintenance contracts often require the expertise of an elevator and escalator expert witness.
Yes, some experts may specialize in specific areas such as residential elevators, commercial escalators, lift systems for disabled individuals, or even amusement park ride elevators.
They can evaluate whether the equipment was designed, manufactured, installed, or maintained properly. Their testimony can help determine if negligence or a defect caused an accident.
Absolutely. These experts are well-versed in national and local safety codes and standards. They can assess whether a system was compliant at the time of an incident.
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