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Plastics expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including materials engineering, chemical engineering, manufacturing processes, product design, and environmental science. Some of the most common specialties among plastics expert witnesses also include polymer science, plastic surgery, recycling technologies, packaging materials, and biodegradable plastics. They can opine on the effects of plastic pollution, material failure analysis, patent infringement, product liability issues, and health impacts of plastic materials.

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Dr. Shelby Freland Thames, PhDView profile

ID: 454850

Dr. Shelby Thames, PhD

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Mississippi

Dr. Shelby F. Thames has 58 years of experience in the field of Organic Chemistry. He earned his BS in Chemistry and his MS in Organic Chemistry from the University of Southern Mississippi and his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Tennessee. Formerly, this expert served as the President of the University of Southern Mississippi. He also served as a Professor and as a Distinguished...

Packaging Expert WitnessView profile

E-078072

Packaging Expert Witness

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New York

This expert has 40 years experience in packaging, materials technology, management, strategic planning and R&D working for resin producers, converters, and food companies. He currently provides consulting services for the plastics industry in regards to food packaging, protective packaging, plastics processing and plastics resins.

Dr. Stephen Harry Spiegelberg, PhDView profile

ID: 7027267

Dr. Stephen Spiegelberg, PhD

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Massachusetts

Dr. Stephen H. Spiegelberg has 31 years of experience in Engineering and Mechanics and Product Development. He earned his BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin Madison, and his PhD in Chemical Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Formerly, this expert served as a Research Associate at Harvard University and at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and as...

Plastics  Polymers Expert WitnessView profile

E-058127

Plastics Polymers Expert Witness

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Colorado

This highly qualified expert earned his BS from Hope College and his PhD in organic chemistry from Indiana University. He has experience in catalyst research in support of polyethylene manufacturing, additive stabilization of polymers, interaction of chemicals with plastics, extrusion production of plastic pipe, plastic pipe material technical service and plastic pipe system component testing....

Plastic Films Technology Expert WitnessView profile

E-512498

Plastic Films Technology Expert Witness

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New York

This expert is highly qualified in the field of plastic films technology. He earned his BS in chemical engineering from the University of Missouri and his MS in chemistry from the University of Delaware. This expert is highly involved in his field, as he holds 40 patents and has been the president of the Label and Packaging Suppliers Council. His former positions include development engineer for...

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Plastics Expert Witness FAQs

A plastics expert witness provides specialized knowledge on plastic materials, their manufacturing processes, and applications. They can offer insights on patent disputes, product liability cases, and more.

Cases involving product failure, patent infringement, industrial accidents related to plastic manufacturing, or environmental issues linked to plastic waste may require a plastics expert witness.

Yes, a plastics expert witness can testify on safety standards and regulations in the industry, including compliance with these standards in the design and manufacture of plastic products.

Yes, there are many subspecialties such as polymer science, plastic surgery, plastic recycling, bioplastics, and more. The specific expertise needed will depend on the case details.

In such cases, a plastics expert can review medical records, assess standard care breaches, determine if negligence occurred, and provide clear explanations for the court.

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