Railroad Expert Witnesses in Georgia
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Mr. Foster Joseph Peterson
Georgia
Mr. Foster J. Peterson has 37 years of experience in Engineering and Railroad Safety. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Today, this expert is a Commercial Pilot and Flight Instructor through the Federal Aviation Administration. Formerly, this expert served as a Senior Managing Consultant with Engineering Systems, Inc. and as a Partner with Full...
The Average Railroad Expert Witness
Charges $317 / Hour
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Review Fee
$275Fee info
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Deposition Fee
$350Fee info
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Court Fee
$325Fee info
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Railroad Expert Witness FAQs
A railroad expert witness provides specialized knowledge in cases involving rail transportation. They can offer insights on safety regulations, train operations, track maintenance, and accident analysis.
Railroad expert witnesses often handle cases related to train accidents, derailments, crossing incidents, signal malfunctions, and disputes over railway property or contracts.
In personal injury cases, a railroad expert can analyze accident reports, inspect equipment, evaluate safety protocols, and provide testimony on whether negligence occurred.
Yes, some experts specialize in areas like locomotive engineering, track design, signal systems, freight operations, or railway labor laws.
Understanding FRA regulations is crucial as they set the standards for railroad safety. An expert with this knowledge can determine if any violations contributed to an incident.
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