Railroad Expert Witnesses in Missouri

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Railroad expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including transportation safety, railroad operations, railway engineering, train accident reconstruction, and rail equipment maintenance. Some of the most common specialties among railroad expert witnesses also include track inspection, signal systems, locomotive mechanics, freight car design, and passenger safety protocols. They have provided opinions on the effects of derailments, crossing accidents, worker injuries, equipment failures, and regulatory compliance issues.

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Average Railroad Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$275/hr

Review Fee

$325/hr

Deposition Fee

$350/hr

Court Fee

Railroad Experts in Missouri

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $500/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This qualified expert has over a decade of experience in his field. He received his BS in business administration with a concentration in management from Southwest Baptist University. He has held a multitude of roles in the railroad industry, including terminal trainmaster, director of administration, terminal manager and most recently superintendent of operations. This expert lead a team of over 300 train, yard, and engine employees to multiple extended human factor incident and injury free streaks. He is currently the ranch manager of a family-owned ranch in Missouri and consultant on railroad operations.

Ranch Manager, A livestock ranch in MO

Bachelor of Science (BS), Southwest Baptist University

Lockwood,

Missouri

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FAQs for Railroad Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a railroad expert witness?

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.

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

Railroad expert witnesses often handle cases related to train accidents, derailments, crossing incidents, signal malfunctions, and disputes over railway property or contracts.

How can a railroad expert witness assist in a personal injury case?

In personal injury cases, a railroad expert can analyze accident reports, inspect equipment, evaluate safety protocols, and provide testimony on whether negligence occurred.

Are there subspecialties within the field of railroad expertise?

Yes, some experts specialize in areas like locomotive engineering, track design, signal systems, freight operations, or railway labor laws.

Why is it important to hire a railroad expert witness with experience in Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations?

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.

How does Expert Institute select its Railroad 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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