Explosion Expert Witnesses in Michigan

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Explosion expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including fire investigation, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial safety, and materials science. Some of the most common specialties among explosion expert witnesses also include blast analysis, explosive safety, gas explosions, dust explosions, and pyrotechnics. They can opine on the effects of improper storage of explosives, faulty manufacturing processes, inadequate safety measures, material failure under explosive forces, and the impact of explosions on structures and people.

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Erik Matthew Swonder, CFI, MS, PEView profile

ID: 276750

Mr. Erik Matthew Swonder, CFI, MS, PE

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Michigan

Mr. Erik M. Swonder has 20 years of experience in the fields of Electrical Engineering and Fire Investigation. He earned his BS in Electrical Engineering from Michigan State University and his MS in Electrical Engineering from Wayne State University. Today, this expert is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators. Additionally, he is licensed as a...

Michael Thomas Burr, CFI, MS, PEView profile

ID: 300501

Mr. Michael Thomas Burr, CFI, MS, PE

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Michigan

Mr. Michael T. Burr has 17 years of experience in Materials Science. He earned his BS in Material Science and Engineering from Michigan State University and his MS in Material Science and Engineering from Wayne State University. Today, this expert is licensed as a Professional Engineer in the states of Michigan and New Jersey. He is also a Certified Fire Investigator through the International...

Donald John Hoffmann, CFI, PE, PhDView profile

ID: 6030127

Dr. Donald John Hoffmann, CFI, PE, PhD

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Michigan

Dr. Donald J. Hoffmann has 37 years of experience in the field of Chemical Engineering. He earned his BS in Chemical Engineering from The Ohio State University and both his MS and his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Wayne State University. Today he is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators and a Fire Investigator through the Alabama Fire...

Explosion Expert Witness FAQs

An explosion expert witness provides specialized knowledge on the causes, effects, and prevention of explosions. They can analyze evidence, reconstruct incidents, and provide credible testimony in court.

Cases involving industrial accidents, terrorist attacks, gas leaks, fire investigations, product liability suits, or any incident where an explosion occurred may require an explosion expert witness.

Yes, some experts specialize in specific areas such as chemical explosions, electrical explosions, gas explosions, or pyrotechnics. Their expertise depends on their training and experience.

By analyzing the scene and evidence, they can identify if proper safety protocols were followed, if equipment was faulty, or if negligence played a part in causing the explosion.

Absolutely. These experts have extensive knowledge about the safe handling and potential risks associated with fireworks and other explosive materials.

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