Restaurant Expert Witnesses in California

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Restaurant expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including food safety, hospitality management, restaurant operations, franchising, and alcohol service. Some of the most common specialties among restaurant expert witnesses also include kitchen design, menu development, employee training, customer service, and food and beverage cost control. They have provided opinions on the effects of foodborne illnesses, slip-and-fall accidents, liquor liability issues, wage and hour disputes, and franchise agreement violations.

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Average Restaurant Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$275/hr

Review Fee

$350/hr

Deposition Fee

$375/hr

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Restaurant Experts in California

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Review Fee $350/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This expert has 15 years experience in the food and beverage industry. He is a seasoned expert in all aspects of the hospitality world, including but not limited to management, acquisition, development, and financing. He has advanced and overseen the strategic business plans of numerous fine dine, high volume, quick service, and multi-unit food and beverage outlets across the Western United States. Prior to founding his hospitality consulting firm, he was with Paramount Pictures, where he served as the General Manager of Dining Services, overseeing and managing outlets servicing individuals ranging from the blue collar to Hollywood elites. Throughout his career, he has contributed to a wide variety of outlets such as quick service restaurants, full service bars and restaurants, hotel bars and lounges.

Hospitality Consultant, A private restaurant consulting group

Bachelor of Science (BS), Arizona State University

Los Angeles |

California

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

This expert is the owner of a premier Restaurant and Foodservice consultancy that provides Management Advisory Services. He has expansive industry knowledge and tight focus on restaurant fundamentals obtaining positive performance results for client’s, independents, regional and national chains and start-up concepts. Additionally, he is a Host and Co-Host for several popular food shows.

Founder and Principal, A restaurant consulting firm in northern CA

San Jose |

California

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This highly qualified human resources professional has over 14 years of experience in his field. He earned a BA in business management with an emphasis on human resources with the University of Phoenix and an MA in organizational development from Chapman University. This expert is active in his field as a member of several professional associations including both the National Human Resources Association and the National Restaurant Association. Formerly, he served as the director of employee relations, talent acquisition, and management development at Marie Callender's and Commissary. He went on to become the senior director of human resources and government affairs at PMC, LLC./Foxtail Foods Commissaries, Perkins Restaurants, and Marie Callender's Restaurants. Currently, this expert is a human resources and compliance consultant at an HR consultancy in California.

Human Resources & Compliance Consultant, An HR consultancy in CA

Master of Arts (MA), Chapman University

California

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FAQs for Restaurant Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a restaurant expert witness?

A restaurant expert witness provides specialized knowledge in cases involving food safety, health codes, restaurant operations, hospitality industry standards, and more.

In what types of cases can a restaurant expert witness be beneficial?

They can be crucial in personal injury cases related to food poisoning, slip and fall accidents, wrongful termination suits, or disputes over franchise agreements.

Can a restaurant expert witness provide insight into specific cuisines or types of restaurants?

Yes. Many experts have experience with various cuisines and restaurant types, from fast food chains to high-end dining establishments.

How can a restaurant expert witness assist in a case involving alcohol service?

They can provide insights on responsible alcohol service laws, training requirements, and standard practices within the industry.

What kind of qualifications should I look for in a restaurant expert witness?

Look for individuals with extensive experience in the restaurant industry, relevant certifications (like ServSafe), and ideally prior experience as an expert witness.

How does Expert Institute select its Restaurant 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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