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This boating expert has nearly 30 years of experience in his field. He earned an AA in business administration from Rio Hondo Community College and is licensed as a captain through the US Coast Guard. In addition, he is a member of the Outdoor Writers Association of California and has contributed thousands of articles on fishing and boating to various media outlets. Formerly, this expert was an operations manager at Designed Programs Corporation and a technical operations and customer support manager at AT&T. He was the president, CEO, CFO, and COB of Sea Cubed, Inc. Currently, he is the owner of both a gun and a fishing retail store, as well as a freelance writer, speaker, and teacher on outdoor topics. Most notably, this expert is the executive director and a captain at a maritime NPO in California, serving special-needs people. Additionally, he has owned a long-term boat charter business for the past 19 years.
Owner, Operator, and Captain, A boat charter business in CA
Associate in Arts (AA), Rio Hondo Community College
Santa Barbara,
California
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What Can a Boating Expert Witness Opine On?
Boat Maintenance
Regular upkeep for optimal performance.
Navigation Planning
Charting a safe and efficient course.
Safety Drills
Practicing emergency response procedures.
Docking Techniques
Safely maneuvering into and out of docks.
Fuel Management
Efficiently managing fuel levels and consumption.
Weather Monitoring
Tracking weather conditions for safe boating.
FAQs for Boating Expert Witnesses
What is a boating expert witness?
A boating expert witness is a maritime professional who explains boating standards, navigation rules, and accident causes in legal cases. They assist by reviewing boating records, inspecting vessels, reconstructing accidents, testifying in court, and clarifying complex boating liability issues.
What types of cases can a boating expert witness opine on?
A boating expert witness opines on boat collisions, capsizing, navigation errors, operator negligence, equipment failure, maritime safety, and boating accident reconstruction.
How do you evaluate the qualifications of a boating expert witness?
Evaluate a boating expert witness by reviewing their maritime credentials, hands-on boating experience, accident investigation history, certifications, and prior courtroom testimony.
How can a boating expert witness assist in reconstructing marine incidents?
A boating expert witness assists in reconstructing marine incidents by analyzing vessel operation, navigation data, and safety practices to determine causes and liability.
What boating expert witness experience is most persuasive at trial?
The most persuasive boating expert witness experience includes hands-on maritime operations, accident investigation, Coast Guard or captain credentials, and prior successful trial testimony.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting boating expert witnesses?
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