Fire Expert Witnesses in Arizona
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Dr. Jeff Colwell, PE, PhD
Arizona
Dr. Jeff D. Colwell has 30 years of experience in the filed of Engineering and Mechanics with expertise in Mechanical Engineering and Fire and Explosion Investigation. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wyoming, his MS in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University, his MS in Engineering from Stanford University, and his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Arizona...
Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness
Arizona
This engineer is an expert in the areas of fire causation and consumer product defects as well as construction materials and workmanship issues. He has specific expertise with installation and maintenance of household appliances including stoves and ovens. He belongs to a number of societies in the engineering field including the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the National Academy...
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Mr. Joseph Nowikowski, MBA, PE, CFEI, CVFI
Arizona
Mr. Joseph L. Nowikowski has 41 years of experience in the field of Engineering. He earned his BS in Mining Engineering from Pennsylvania State University, his BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and his MS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He also obtained his MBA with an emphasis in Business Administration from Jacksonville...
Wildland Fire Investigation Expert Witness
Arizona
This expert has over 20 years of experience in wildland fire investigation, suppression, prescribed fire, and training. He is currently the President/Owner of a private wildfire investigation, consulting, and training firm. Previously, he served as a Special Agent with the US Forest Service, specializing in wildland fire investigation and performing as the national wildland fire investigation...
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Recreational Vehicles Expert Witness
Arizona
This expert has 27+ years of experience in specialty vehicle engineering and design. Currently, he works as the Manager of the Vehicle Engineering Group for a large scientific advisory company. The expert earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and has authored multiple publications in his field. Previously, he was the Director of Engineering for Capacity Trucks and the...
Fire & Explosion Investigation Expert Witness
Arizona
This qualified expert has over 35 years of experience in fire and explosion investigation. He earned his BS in justice studies at Arizona State University. He also completed a fire pattern certificate course through the Public Agency Training Council. He is certified as a fire and explosion investigator, a vehicle fire investigator, a fire investigator, and a fire investigation instructor. He is...
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Fire Expert Witness FAQs
A fire expert witness provides specialized knowledge about fire causes, prevention, and safety. They can analyze evidence, reconstruct incidents, and provide credible testimony in court.
Fire expert witnesses often work on cases involving arson, fire safety violations, insurance claims, wrongful death suits due to fires, and product liability cases related to fire hazards.
In an arson case, a fire expert can determine the cause and origin of the fire, identify accelerants used, and testify about these findings in court.
Yes, some experts specialize in areas like electrical fires, industrial fires, wildfire investigations, or fire protection engineering.
A certified investigator has undergone rigorous training and testing to prove their expertise. Their certification adds credibility to their analysis and testimony.
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