Forensic Expert Witnesses in Florida

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Forensic expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including criminal justice, pathology, anthropology, toxicology, and digital forensics. Some of the most common specialties among forensic expert witnesses include DNA analysis, fingerprint identification, ballistics, handwriting analysis, and crime scene reconstruction. They have offered opinions on the effects of evidence handling, cause of death determination, identity verification, cybercrime investigations, and substance abuse detection.

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $250/hr
Court Fee $250/hr

This nationally renowned stone and marble consultant has published well over 100 articles on stone installation, care, and restoration and over 30 books on stone and tile. He is a certified Master Stone Craftsman and an IICRC Instructor for Certified Marble and Stone Inspectors. He is a founding member of the International Association of Stone Restoration and Conservation, and a member of the Marble Institute of America. Currently, this expert is a director for the National Training Center for Stone & Masonry Trades and the founder/president of a marble and stone consulting company.

Founder/President, Marble and Stone Consulting Company

Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Central Florida

Melbounre |

Florida

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

This highly qualified and awarded expert is double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry. Currently this expert is a clinical assistant professor and the chief of forensic psychiatry at a major medical school. He earned his MD at the University of Florida, completed his residency training in psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at University of California Davis. Along with his clinical responsibilities, this expert is actively involved in publications and presentations. As a forensic psychiatrist, he evaluates individuals involved in both civil and criminal court proceedings. This expert has expertise in multiple areas of psychiatry, including schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, major depressive disorder and other mood disorders, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and other stressor-related disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use disorders, neurocognitive disorders, intellectual disability, and personality disorders.

Chief, Forensic Psychiatry, A university-affiliated medical center in FL

Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of South Florida, Muma College of Business

Tampa |

Florida

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Review Fee $350/hr
Deposition Fee $500/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This highly qualified expert has over 10 years of experience as a forensic toxicologist. She earned her BS in chemistry at the University of Georgia before completing her PhD in analytical chemistry at the University of Arizona. She then completed an MS in forensic toxicology at the University of Florida. She is board certified and a fellow in forensic toxicology by the American Board of Forensic Toxicology, a certified toxicological chemist by the National Registry of Certified Chemists, and a licensed clinical laboratory director in the state of Florida. She is very active in her field as a member of several professional societies including the Society of Forensic Toxicologist, the American Academy of Forensic Science, and the International Association of Forensic Toxicologists. In addition, this expert has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles. Formerly, this expert was a toxicologist level II and III for the Miami-Dade Medical Examiner Department. She is not the director of the toxicology laboratory at a medical examiner's office in Florida.

Director, A Medical Examiner's Office in FL

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Arizona

Davie |

Florida

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $250/hr
Court Fee $250/hr

This highly-qualified expert has over 25 years of experience with emergency nursing and forensic nursing. She completed her nurse training at Foothills Hospital School of Nursing in Calgary and later earned her BS in criminal justice at Kaplan University. She is a registered nurse and a certified forensic nurse and forensic consultant. She is active in her field as a member of the American College of Forensic Examiners and the Academy of Forensic Nursing. She spent many years as a staff nurse and charge nurse in the emergency room at several hospitals including Midland Memorial Hospital, Odessa Regional Hospital, and Scenic Mountain Medical Center. She has also formerly served as a legal nurse consultant at OEM Advisor LLC and Davies, McFarland & Carroll, P.C. This expert currently serves as a legal nurse consultant at medico-legal consulting company in Florida.

Legal Nurse, A Medico-Legal Consulting Company

Bachelor of Science (BS), Kaplan University

Fort Myers |

Florida

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FAQs for Forensic Expert Witnesses

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

A forensic expert witness provides scientific analysis and interpretation of evidence to assist the court in understanding complex issues related to crime scene investigation, DNA analysis, toxicology, etc.

What types of cases typically require a forensic expert witness?

Forensic expert witnesses are often required in criminal cases involving murder, assault, or drug offenses. They can also be crucial in civil cases like personal injury or medical malpractice suits.

Can a forensic expert witness have subspecialties?

Yes, a forensic expert can specialize in various areas such as forensic pathology, digital forensics, forensic psychology, or forensic accounting, each with its unique expertise.

How does a forensic toxicologist differ from other forensic experts?

A forensic toxicologist specializes in identifying and quantifying substances in the body that could have contributed to a crime or death, such as drugs or poisons.

Why is it important for a forensic expert witness to have experience in courtroom testimony?

Courtroom experience is vital because the expert must be able to communicate complex scientific findings clearly and convincingly to a non-scientific audience - the judge and jury.

How does Expert Institute select its Forensic 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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