Fire Expert Witnesses in New York

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Fire expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including fire investigation, fire safety engineering, fire protection, arson investigation, and electrical fires. Some of the most common specialties among fire expert witnesses also include fire cause and origin, fire behavior analysis, fire prevention systems, fire risk assessment, and building code compliance. They can opine on the effects of faulty wiring, improper storage of flammable materials, inadequate fire safety measures, arson-related crimes, and the impact of building design on fire spread.

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Average Fire Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$275/hr

Review Fee

$350/hr

Deposition Fee

$350/hr

Court Fee

Fire Experts in New York

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $800/hr
Court Fee $800/hr

This fire protection and construction codes expert has been active in his field for over 33 years. He earned his B.S. in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland and is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of New York. The expert began his career with fire protection and alarm system companies before becoming a Consulting Engineer with Lehr Associates, where he prepared code reviews. From 2000 until 2009, the expert was the Director of the New York office of Hughes Associates and was responsible for preparing detailed code analysis reports. He now runs his own consulting business and is a member of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers.

Principal, A Protection and Building Code Consulting Business

Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Maryland

Garden City Park,

New York

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FAQs for Fire Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a fire expert witness in legal proceedings?

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.

What types of cases does a fire expert witness typically handle?

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.

How can a fire expert witness help in an arson case?

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.

Are there subspecialties within the field of fire expertise?

Yes, some experts specialize in areas like electrical fires, industrial fires, wildfire investigations, or fire protection engineering.

Why is it important to hire a certified fire investigator as an expert witness?

A certified investigator has undergone rigorous training and testing to prove their expertise. Their certification adds credibility to their analysis and testimony.

How does Expert Institute select its Fire 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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