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Workplace safety expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including construction, manufacturing, industrial hygiene, and occupational health and safety. Some of the most common workplace safety expert witness specialties also include ergonomics, hazardous materials handling, OSHA compliance, and accident investigation. They can opine on the effects of workplace accidents, safety protocol violations, exposure to hazardous substances, ergonomic issues, and employer negligence.

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Ms. Tracy LawsonView profile

ID: 10997

Ms. Tracy Lawson

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Hawaii

This certified Safety Professional, Safety and Health Professional, and OSHA Instructor has over 30 years of experience in the field. She earned her BS in occupational safety & health at Columbia Southern University. This expert holds memberships in the American Society of Safety Professionals and the General Contractors Association. Formerly, she served as a Traffic Accident Investigator with...

Workplace Conflict and Investigations Expert WitnessView profile

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Workplace Conflict and Investigations Expert Witness

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Washington

This expert has frequently advised school district and other public clients concerning appropriate responses to allegations of teacher and other employee misconduct, as well as advising them after an investigation is complete concerning what actions they might wish to take depending on the findings in the investigation. She often interacts with attorneys on cases, and has extensive human...

Dr. Alfred Palmer Bowles, MDView profile

ID: 1192213

Dr. Alfred Bowles, MD

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Texas

Dr. Alfred P. Bowles II has more than 26 years of experience in the fields of Surgery and Biomechanics. He earned his Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from Purdue University and his MD from Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in General Surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Formerly, this expert served in the US Air Force...

Employment And Labor Expert WitnessView profile

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Employment And Labor Expert Witness

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Massachusetts

This highly qualified expert has extensive experience in litigation matters concerning employment issues. She has testified in at least 5 cases that went to a jury. She received a B.A. in Economics from Boston College summa cum laude and a J.D. from Suffolk University Law School cum laude and was on the Law Review. Her experience as a litigator makes her a specialist in the workplace...

Mr. Mark Alan Franklin, MBAView profile

ID: 126079

Mr. Mark Franklin, MBA

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Massachusetts

Mr. Mark A. Franklin has 25 years of experience in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Workplace Safety. He earned his BS in Management from the University of Phoenix and his MBA from the University of Massachusetts. Today, this expert is certified as a Hazardous Materials Manager by the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management. Formerly, this expert served as the...

Workplace Safety & OSHA Expert WitnessView profile

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Workplace Safety & OSHA Expert Witness

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Pennsylvania

This expert has an extensive list of certifications and qualifications in health and safety. His work experience includes 30 years in occupational safety. He is the currently the President and founder of an environmental health and safety (EHS) services firm and provides expert witness services. He is a frequent trainer / presenter and has been an OSHA Authorized Instructor for General Industry...

Mr. Walter Karl Rothfuss, PE, CFEI, CFIIView profile

ID: 130024

Mr. Walter Rothfuss, PE, CFEI, CFII

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Maryland

Mr. Walter K. Rothfuss has 46 years of experience in Forensic Engineering and he earned his BS in Engineering from University of Maryland, College Park. Today, this expert is certified as a Fire and Explosion Investigator and as a Fire Investigation Instructor through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He is also licensed as a Professional Engineer in the States of Maryland and...

Workplace Safety & OSHA Expert WitnessView profile

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Workplace Safety & OSHA Expert Witness

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Texas

This highly qualified expert has years of experience in the field of workplace safety and engineering management. He received his BS degree in construction science from Lonestar College and his MS degree in engineering management from Texas A&M University. He also obtained his health safety official certification at the University of Texas at Arlington. He is the former owner of Providence Safety...

Mr. Paul HardingView profile

ID: 154130

Mr. Paul Harding

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Illinois

This expert has over 40 years experience in architectural design. He received his bachelor of architecture degree from Ball State University and his master of architecture degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He also completed additional training at the University of Venice Institute of Architecture in Italy. He is a certified and licensed architect, as well as an elected fellow of the...

Machine Guarding and Ladders Expert WitnessView profile

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Machine Guarding and Ladders Expert Witness

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Illinois

This engineering expert earned his Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University. He is a member of numerous ANSI Standards Committees and various prestigious professional societies. His areas of expertise include; design of factories and production efficiency; product and industrial design and warnings; machine guarding; analysis of safety codes and requirements; ladder...

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Mr. Ron Jay TaylorView profile

ID: 292238

Mr. Ron Taylor

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Maryland

Mr. Ron Taylor has 46 years of experience in Transportation Compliance & Regulation and OSHA & Workplace Safety. Formerly, this expert served as the Director of Safety at NAPA Transportation and Payne Trucking Inc, and as the Regional Safety Specialist, HAZMAT Compliance Supervisor, and Intermodal CSA Program Coordinator at Cowan Systems, LLC. Currently, this expert is the Owner and President of...

OSHA Compliance/Workplace Safety Expert WitnessView profile

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OSHA Compliance/Workplace Safety Expert Witness

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Maryland

This expert has nearly 30 years of experience in safety management specializing in the maritime and construction industries. After serving with the US Coast Guard for 6 years, he went on to work as a safety engineer for U.S. Marine, Powerwave Technologies, Zee Medical, and PTI. He also served as a forensic investigator for the Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. He is certified as an...

Mr. Marty Edward Upchurch, CSP, CIHView profile

ID: 571276

Mr. Marty Upchurch, CSP, CIH

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Missouri

Mr. Marty E. Upchurch has 36 years of experience in Industrial Hygiene. He earned his BS in Architectural Engineering from University of Kansas. Today, this expert is certified as a Certified Industrial Hygienist by the Board for Global EHS Credentialing. He is also currently licensed as a Certified Mold Assessor in the state of Florida and a Mold Assessment Consultant in the state of Texas....

Commercial Insurance and Occupational Safety Expert WitnessView profile

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Commercial Insurance and Occupational Safety Expert Witness

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Montana

This highly qualified expert has extensive experience in commercial insurance and occupational safety. He earned his BA in philosophy from Allegheny College and is an associate of risk management and associate of underwriting through the AICPCU/The Institutes, as well as an OSHA-authorized general industry instructor and a certified occupational health and safety technician. He began his career...

Mr. James Richard Desmond, CDSView profile

ID: 6180075

Mr. James Desmond, CDS

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Florida

Mr. James R. Desmond has 33 years of experience in Transportation with expertise in Trucking and OSHA & Workplace Safety. Today, this expert is a Certified Director of Safety by the North American Transportation Management Institute. Formerly, this expert served as the Director of Safety at DM World Transportation and Blu Site Solutions. Currently, this expert serves as the Owner and President of...

OSHA Regulations, Workplace Safety, & Accident Investigation Expert WitnessView profile

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OSHA Regulations, Workplace Safety, & Accident Investigation Expert Witness

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Texas

This highly-qualified workplace safety and accident investigation expert has over 30 years of experience in her field as a certified health safety official and certified OSHA approved trainer. She earned her AAS in occupational safety and health from Texas State Technical College and a BS in occupational safety and health from Southwest University. Formerly, she has held positions as vice...

Mr. Wendell Duane RustView profile

ID: 6208240

Mr. Wendell Rust

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Florida

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Indiana

Mr. Wendell D. Rust has over 40 years of experience in Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Workplace Safety. He earned his BS in Engineering Sciences, and his MS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, and his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Colorado State University. Formerly, he served as an OSHA Consultant and OSHA Inspector for the...

Mr. Richard Dean Wingo, MSView profile

ID: 6255071

Mr. Richard Wingo, MS

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Texas

Mr. R. Dean Wingo has over 48 years of experience in the field of Industrial Hygiene and OSHA Safety. He earned his BS in Biology and Chemistry from Cameron University and his MS in Environmental Science from the University of Oklahoma. For over three decades he worked for OSHA, serving as an Assistant Area Director in the Dallas Area Office, the OSHA Area Director for the Fort Worth Area Office,...

Mr. Jason Elwood HenthornView profile

ID: 6278854

Mr. Jason Henthorn

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Ohio

Mr. Jason E. Henthorn has 30 years of experience in the field of OSHA and Workplace Safety. He earned his BS in Industrial Hygiene from Ohio University. Formerly, this expert served as a Safety Coordinator at Ormet Primary Aluminum Corporation. Currently, he is a Senior Safety and Health Consultant at S-E-A, Ltd where he is responsible for consultation and litigation support for matters involving...

Mr. Terrence James Fearon, PEView profile

ID: 6287993

Mr. Terrence Fearon, PE

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New Jersey

Mr. Terrence J. Fearon has over 18 years of experience in the field of Mechanical Engineering and is a Forensic Engineering Expert. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from Rutgers College of Engineering. Today, this expert is ICC certified as a Residential Electrical Inspector, Commercial Electrical Inspector, and Electrical Inspector. He is also licensed as a Professional Engineer in the...

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  • Review Fee

    $275

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  • Deposition Fee

    $325

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  • Court Fee

    $350

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Workplace Safety Expert Witness FAQs

A workplace safety expert witness provides testimony and knowledge on industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to maintaining a safe working environment.

They can handle cases involving accidents, injuries, OSHA compliance, risk assessment, safety training, and other issues related to workplace safety.

Yes, some experts may specialize in specific industries like construction or manufacturing, or in areas such as ergonomics, industrial hygiene, or occupational health.

They can help determine if proper safety protocols were followed, assess the cause of an accident, and provide insight into whether negligence played a part.

Certified professionals have proven their knowledge and competence in the field. Their certification adds credibility to their testimony and ensures they are up-to-date with current standards.

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