Arson Expert Witnesses in Louisiana

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Arson expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including fire investigation, forensic science, criminal justice, insurance claims, and building codes. Some of the most common specialties among arson expert witnesses also include fire safety engineering, fire cause determination, explosion analysis, fire protection systems, and hazardous materials handling. They have provided opinions on the effects of fire origin and cause, building code violations, faulty electrical wiring, accelerant detection, and fraudulent insurance claims.

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Arson Experts in Louisiana

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $375/hr
Court Fee $375/hr

This expert has 25+ years of law enforcement experience, for the vast majority of which he served as a fire investigator for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. A certified fire investigator with both the ATF and the International Association of Arson Investigators, he has consulted for police forces in countries such as Colombia and Latvia on arson investigation practices. Since 2014, he has operated an independent fire investigation consultancy.

Independent Fire Investigator, An independent consultancy in LA

Bachelor of Science (BS), Auburn University

Mandeville,

Louisiana

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FAQs for Arson Expert Witnesses

What is the role of an arson expert witness in a legal case?

An arson expert witness provides specialized knowledge about fire investigations, including cause and origin determination, fire behavior, and fire safety standards.

What types of cases can an arson expert witness assist with?

Arson experts can assist with criminal cases involving suspected arson, insurance claims disputes, personal injury cases related to fires, and property damage lawsuits.

How can an arson expert witness help establish the cause of a fire?

Using their expertise in fire science and investigation techniques, they can analyze evidence from the scene, review reports, and provide an informed opinion on the fire's origin.

Are there subspecialties within the field of arson expert witnesses?

Yes. Some experts may specialize in areas like electrical fires, industrial fires, vehicle fires or forensic fire analysis.

Why is it important to hire an arson expert witness with experience in my specific type of case?

Each type of fire has unique characteristics. An expert with relevant experience can provide more accurate insights and strengthen your case.

How does Expert Institute select its Arson 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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