Cargo Crane Causes Injuries in Shipyard

This case takes place in Pennsylvania and involves a female who worked as a truck driver at a major international cargo port. The truck operator stood near her truck as a load was removed from a ship by a large cargo crane. The crane operator inadvertently swung the cargo container at an unsafe height near the plaintiff’s truck, striking the plaintiff and causing a range of serious injuries. It appears that the company that was responsible for the crane’s operation was in violation of numerous OSHA and ANSI requirements. The woman eventually died from her injuries.

Question(s) For Expert Witness

1. Please explain why you're qualified to serve as an expert reviewer of this matter.

2. Have you previously served as an expert witness on a case like the one described above?

3. Do you / have you previously trained and instructed crane operators on best practices, to avoid accidents like the one described above?

4. Have you ever been the target of a lawsuit?

Expert Witness Response E-008522

I have 38 years of crane experience in various capacities, and I have served as an expert on more than 20 crane/rigging cases. I have trained/instructed crane operators on best practices for the last 25 years. I have a great deal of experience with overhead cranes including the ones typically used in warehouses. I am an NCCCO Certified Overhead Crane Operator and I teach overhead crane operations, inspection, and repair. I would be well suited for this case.