Fire Expert Witnesses in Oklahoma

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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 Oklahoma

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Review Fee $500/hr
Deposition Fee $500/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This expert has over years of experience in prescribed fire, controlled burns, wildfire, and smoke impacts to people, vegetation, and infrastructure. He earned his BS in plant science at Cameron University and his MS in range science at Texas Tech University. This expert is active in his field as a member of the Oklahoma Volunteer Fire Department, the Coalition of Prescribed Fire Councils, and the Alliance of Prescribed Burn Associations. He is also highly-published in his field, having written one book on prescribed fire, authored or co-authored 36 extension fact sheets, and 42 peer-reviewed research articles. He began his career as a research assistant at Texas Tech University before going on to serve as a research station superintendent and a research associate at Oklahoma State University. Currently, this expert serves as a research extension specialist in prescribed fire at a university in Oklahoma.

Associate Extension Specialist, A University in OK

Master of Science (MS), Texas Tech University

Orlando,

Oklahoma

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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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