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Environmental Expert Witnesses expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including environmental compliance, toxic torts, pollution control, and natural resource management. Some of the most common specialties include air quality, water contamination, hazardous waste, environmental impact assessments, and regulatory enforcement. They can opine on the effects of pollutants, industrial activities, and land use on human health, ecosystems, and property values.

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Average Environmental Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$325/hr

Review Fee

$375/hr

Deposition Fee

$425/hr

Court Fee

  • Review Fee $400/hr
    Deposition Fee $600/hr
    Court Fee $600/hr

    This expert has over 30 years of experience working in the toxicology and health risk assessment field. He specializes in evaluating potential human health effects of chemical and microbial agent exposures. In particular, he has experience with evaluation of exposures to asbestos, benzene, carbon monoxide, silica, metals, pesticides, solvents, oil and gas fracking chemicals, other petroleum products, and toxic gases. Additionally, he is a Board-Certified Toxicologist as a Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology and a Licensed Professional Engineer. Currently, this expert is a toxicologist at a privately owned toxicology and human health risk assessment firm.

    Toxicology Consultant, A Private Toxicology and Human Health Risk Firm

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of North Carolina

    Austin,

    Texas

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  • Review Fee $300/hr
    Deposition Fee $400/hr

    This expert holds a doctorate degree in toxicology and has been a practicing toxicologist for over 40 years. Board certified by the American Board of Toxicology and a Fellow of the Academy of Toxicological Sciences, he had published over 35 scientific articles and is a former president of the Mid-Atlantic chapter of the Society of Toxicology. He spent over 30 years as a Director of Toxicology for two major pharmaceutical companies and currently serves as an independent toxicology consultant.

    Consultant in Toxicology and Drug Safety

    Doctor of Science (ScD), University of Cincinnati

    Blue Bell,

    Pennsylvania

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  • Review Fee $300/hr
    Deposition Fee $300/hr
    Court Fee $300/hr

    This expert has over 40 years of experience in engineering and construction, with more than 35 years of experience in the field of natural gas and propane incidents, pipeline construction and operation, and water and sewer systems. He is currently the president of a reputable forensic engineering and failure analysis company. His primary areas of expertise include residential, commercial and industrial natural gas and LP gas fires, explosions and carbon monoxide incidents. He has experience with gas processing plants, regulator stations, compressor stations, and other facilities and has conducted numerous investigations and has testified about issues at these types of facilities. He has investigated many carbon monoxide incidents and has conducted major carbon monoxide testing programs throughout the country. He has a great deal of experience and has testified on numerous occasions regarding carbon monoxide issues.

    President, A Failure Analysis and Forensic Engineering Investigation Company in TX

    Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Colorado Denver

    Kingwood,

    Texas

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  • Review Fee $300/hr
    Deposition Fee $300/hr

    This expert has been working in the petroleum industry for over 40 years. He has worked for numerous petroleum and energy firms in a variety of capacities, from production and drilling accountant and oil and gas accountant to senior internal auditor, control analyst, audit manager, and senior staff auditor. Awarded the honor of Fellow of the American College of Forensic Examiners, he holds a number of certifications for auditing, fraud examination, and consulting, while he has held membership in the Council of Petroleum Accountants Societies for over 40 years. Currently, this expert runs his own petroleum consulting firm, where he provides services in the areas of auditing, negotiation, reviews, due diligence, fraud, litigation support, and joint interest and contract compliance. His clients have included Amoco, Chevron, Exxon, and Texaco, among many others, and his audits have returned exceptions of up to $60 million. This expert is an author and widely published.

    Owner and Principal, Petroleum Consulting Firm

    Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Eastern New Mexico University

    Houston,

    Texas

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  • Review Fee $300/hr
    Deposition Fee $500/hr
    Court Fee $500/hr

    This expert has over 35 years of experience in construction engineering. His research includes construction claims, construction safety, alternative energy technology, and waste disposal technology. He has served as Principal Engineer for various companies and, subsequently, legal counsel after receiving his J.D. In addition to serving as President of a consulting engineering company, he currently serves as Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering as well as Director of Construction Management for a university.

    Principal Engineer, A National Developer in TX

    Juris Doctor (JD), University of Detroit

    El Paso,

    Texas

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  • Review Fee $235/hr
    Deposition Fee $335/hr

    This expert has over 25 years of experience in land surveying. He received a B.S. in Environmental Management from the University of Maryland. Most of his positions have consisted of leading survey field crews for various projects. His expertise includes boundary work, ALTA/ACSM surveys, topographic surveys, and platting. He currently serves as a Land Surveyor and Team Leader for a consulting firm that provides land surveying services.

    Land Surveyor/Team Leader, Land Surveying Consulting Firm

    Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Maryland

    Annapolis,

    Maryland

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

    This highly qualified expert has over 35 years of experience in providing safety training for forklift use. Certified as a Forklift Instructor by the National Safety Council and as an OSHA Authorized General Industry Trainer, his expertise includes various warehouse systems and industrial truck classes 1-7 including electric forklifts, pallet jacks, and tug tractors. He has authored two publications on lift truck and forklift safety training. He also created computer-based operator training programs for forklift use at large companies. His previous positions include sales and training instruction for various companies including Raymond Handling Concepts Corp. and Exide Corp. He currently works as President of a forklift safety consulting firm.

    President, A Forklift Safety Consulting Firm in CA

    Danville,

    California

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  • Review Fee $345/hr
    Deposition Fee $445/hr
    Court Fee $445/hr

    This highly qualified expert has a BS in engineering and an MS and PhD in civil engineering. He is a registered Professional Engineer and a former OSHA instructor. His current position as President of Engineering requires him to oversee the entire operations of his firm from an engineering and environmental perspective. He has extensive experience working with roll off dumpsters and construction.

    President, An Engineering Firm in PA

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Illinois

    Eagleville,

    Pennsylvania

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  • Review Fee $200/hr
    Deposition Fee $250/hr
    Court Fee $250/hr

    This expert holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Pathology, a Masters degree ion Environmental Health and Radiation Health Physics and a Bachelors degree in Biology. He worked for several years in academic research related to pulmonary injury and disease and pulmonary carcinogenesis. He also worked a the director of an environmental testing laboratory. In addition, this expert worked as an industrial Hygienist and as the Director of Safety at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. For the past 15 years he has been an independent consultant in Environmental Health, Safety and Toxicology. He advises attorneys and testifies in legal matters. This expert has written several publications and books on both scientific pulmonary research and on Healthcare Safety and Regulatory Compliance. he continues to write and lecture on topics related to healthcare safety, general safety and OSHA compliance.

    Independent Toxicology Consultant, A MA safety consultancy

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Boston University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

    Stoughton,

    Massachusetts

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  • Review Fee $175/hr
    Deposition Fee $250/hr

    This expert is well versed in OSHA compliance, processes, and procedures, as well as all safety initiatives, for forest product plants. He is the former manager of Texas Port Recycling, where he was responsible for facility safety and environmental/production performance. He managed 50 employees, including training in OSHA compliance and inspecting plant materials. He is currently the safety coordinator for a plywood plant where he manages safety initiatives and OSHA compliance.

    Safety Coordinator

    Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Colorado Technical University-Online

    Oregon

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  • Review Fee $200/hr
    Deposition Fee $300/hr
    Court Fee $300/hr

    With a wealth of experience and knowledge in the pedestrian and bicycle fields, This expert has created and taught pedestrian and bicycle safety and education courses for adults, children, law enforcement officers, judges, attorneys, planners, engineers and maintenance personnel. He has developed community pedestrian/bicycle plans, written resource guides, trained police bike patrols, directed special events, lead bicycle tours and consulted on a wide variety of related topics. He is a well-respected presenter. This expert recently completed 10 year terms on the Wisconsin Governor’s Coordinating Bicycle Council and the Ashwaubenon Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee. He served on the Board of Directors of the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin for 10 years as well, earning an Award of Excellence for his services.

    President & Founder, A consulting firm on the rules and regulations around safe cycling in WI

    Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Wisconsin

    Green Bay,

    Wisconsin

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  • Review Fee $120/hr
    Deposition Fee $200/hr
    Court Fee $300/hr

    This expert has extensive experience with managing day to day operations and safety protocols on large, complex projects for the past 20 years. He has extensive certifications in haz-mat operations and emergency response, specifically as it relates to OSHA compliance. He is a member of the AGC Safety Committee, the National Association of Safety Professionals, and the National Fire Prevention Association. His expert witness experience focuses on construction flaws and OSHA safety violations.

    Operations Manager, An engineering and construction firm in West Virginia

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), Pikes Peak Community College

    Ravenswood,

    West Virginia

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  • Review Fee $800/hr
    Deposition Fee
    Court Fee

    This highly qualified Occupational Medicine expert is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He is board certified in Occupational Medicine, following training at Medical College of Wisconsin. He formerly served as a Clinical Instructor for Medical College of Wisconsin and University of Wisconsin. He is certified as a Medical Review Officer for the Department of Transportation. He holds additional certification from the American Academy of Disability Evaluating Physicians. He is a member of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. He currently serves as Medical Director of a major occupational health clinic.

    Medical Director, Occupational Medicine, A Major Occupational Health Clinic

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Lockport,

    Illinois

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  • Review Fee $212/hr
    Deposition Fee $325/hr

    This expert is one of two owners and a Principal Scientist at a major environmental firm. This firm specializes in providing solutions to challenging agricultural and environmental problems throughout the world. Their areas of expertise include soil science, water quality and demand evaluation and management, agricultural systems, salinity and nutrient management, ecosystem restoration, statistics, remote sensing, geospatial analysis, land stabilization, and regulatory policy. Since earning his PhD in Soil Science, this expert has 19 years of experience in agricultural consulting in the United States. Before co-founding Land IQ, this expert spent 5 years with an agricultural and environmental firm.

    Owner and Principal Scientist, LandIQ

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), North Carolina State University

    Sacramento,

    California

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  • Review Fee $350/hr
    Deposition Fee $500/hr
    Court Fee $500/hr

    This highly qualified toxicologist earned his PhD in Toxicology at Oregon State University, as well as a BS at the University of Texas and MS in Applied Environmental Sciences at the University of North Texas. He has served on several expert panels with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, National Academies of Science and other scientific agencies and government organizations. He has a strong expertise in risk assessment and the toxicology of pesticides and metals. Formerly, this expert served as a Public health Toxicologist for Oregon State Public Health. Currently, he is a tenured Associate Professor and Director of an Environmental Health Center at a major research-based university where he focuses on human health concerns related to chemical exposure and approaches to risk assessment.

    Associate Dean, An Agricultural Sciences in OR

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Oregon State University

    Portland,

    Oregon

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  • Review Fee $600/hr
    Deposition Fee $700/hr

    This highly qualified expert is a nationally renown authority in toxicology. He received his Ph.D. in pharmacology from the University of Kansas Medical Center. He has served as Toxicology Program Director in the Department of Environmental Health at the University of Washington, then as Associate Chairman of the Department, as Associate Dean for Research in the School of Public Health, and Associate Vice Provost for Research. He is currently Dean and Vice Provost of the Graduate School at the University of Washington. This expert continues his academic appointment as Professor Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, and Public Health Genetics. He has served as the founding director of the Center for Ecogenetics & Environmental Health, an NIEHS Core Center of Excellence. Nationally, he has served on the Board of Directors and as Treasurer of the American Board of Toxicology, and as President of the Society of Toxicology. He has also served on the Board of Environmental Studies and Toxicology, National Academy of Sciences /National Resource Council, as a member of the Board of Directors and Vice-President of the Toxicology Education Foundation, and on the Board of Trustees of the Academy of Toxicological Sciences. He is an Elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the Academy of Toxicological Sciences. This expert was elected to the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences, and to the Washington State Academy of Sciences. He has published over 150 scientific articles and book chapters in the field of toxicology and risk assessment. He is the sole author of a widely used Law Review article titled on scientific judgment and toxic torts.

    Dean and Vice Provost, A Major University

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Kansas Medical Center

    Seattle,

    Washington

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  • Review Fee $395/hr
    Deposition Fee $475/hr
    Court Fee $525/hr

    This qualified expert has more than 20 years of experience in safety compliance with more than 10 years in managing supermarket and retail location safety. He previously worked at Winn-Dixie Stores as a District Manager and Division Safety Director. He holds several certifications from various associations including the National Association of Safety Professionals and the National Safety Council in Principles of Occupational Safety & Health. He was also formerly acted as Corporate Safety Director for Piedmont Service Group. He currently works as President of a retail safety, compliance, and indoor air quality consulting firm.

    Owner, A private safety consultancy in NC

    Bachelor of Science (BS), North Carolina State University

    Murphy,

    North Carolina

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  • Review Fee $225/hr
    Deposition Fee $225/hr
    Court Fee $225/hr

    This expert's skills and background include forensic analysis in the areas of industrial process systems, industrial process equipment including pumps, fans, heat exchangers, mixers, specialty equipment, piping include safety devices, and pipe support systems. Specific experience has been gained in chemical process plants, pulp and paper mills, wood processing plants, boiler plants, chiller plants, and co-gen systems. He is a fellow of the National Society of Professional Engineers and currently consults on a number of mechanical engineering projects.

    Principal, A mechanical engineering consulting firm

    Bachelor of Science (BS), Oregon State University

    Renton,

    Washington

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  • Review Fee $350/hr
    Deposition Fee $500/hr
    Court Fee $500/hr

    This expert is a highly qualified environmental risk expert. He earned his masters degree in Industrial Hygiene at the University of Michigan and is certified in numerous environmental mitigation capacities. He belongs to a number of prestigious societies in the environmental space, including the American Public Health Association and the American Industrial Hygiene Association. He has held environmental management positions at various top companies, including Monsanto and SECOR. Currently, this expert is an occupational safety and environmental compliance manager at a local government group in California.

    Senior Consultant, A Consultancy in CA

    Master of Science (MS), University of Michigan

    Sunnyvale,

    California

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  • Review Fee $175/hr
    Deposition Fee $300/hr
    Court Fee $300/hr

    This expert is highly qualified in the fields of environmental protection and assessment, geology, and geochemistry. He earned a BA from Indiana University in Geology and is certified by the American Institute of Professional Geologists, and has been certified by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency as an environmental professional. He has completed extensive training and research in the areas of geology and geochemistry. This expert is extensively published in the field, specializing in soil's reactions to hydrocarbons, petroleum, and various gases. He formerly served as a geologist at numerous oil and fuel companies, owned his own petroleum exploration company, and invented a line of safe and environmentally responsible garden products including repellents and insecticides. Currently, this expert is the founder and president of an environmental consulting firm.

    Founder & CTO, A high-tech energy & recycling company in OH

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), Indiana University

    Fairlawn,

    Ohio

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What Can an Environmental Expert Witness Opine On?

Environmental Impact Assessment

Evaluates potential environmental effects of projects.

Site Remediation

Cleans up contaminated sites to restore safety.

Waste Management Planning

Develops strategies for reducing waste production.

Ecological Restoration

Rehabilitates damaged ecosystems to restore biodiversity.

Air Quality Monitoring

Measures pollutants to ensure clean air standards.

Water Quality Assessment

Tests water sources for contaminants and safety.

FAQs for Environmental Expert Witnesses

What is a environmental expert witness?

An environmental expert witness is a qualified specialist who explains technical environmental issues in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, conducting analysis, writing reports, and testifying in court.

What types of cases may benefit from the testimony of an environmental expert witness?

Environmental expert witnesses support cases involving pollution, toxic torts, groundwater contamination, hazardous waste, air quality, environmental compliance, and regulatory disputes.

How should I evaluate the qualifications of an environmental expert witness?

Evaluate an environmental expert witness by reviewing their education, certifications, field experience, publications, prior testimony, and case-relevant technical expertise.

How can an environmental expert witness assist with regulatory compliance disputes?

An environmental expert witness can interpret regulations, assess compliance, and provide credible testimony and reports to clarify issues in regulatory compliance disputes.

What role does an environmental expert witness play in quantifying damages?

An environmental expert witness quantifies damages by scientifically measuring contamination, modeling impacts, and calculating restoration and remediation costs.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting environmental expert witnesses?

Expert Institute delivers a tailored approach to connect you with top-tier experts. We identify actively practicing professionals who meet your exact criteria for specialty, experience, litigation background, fee structure, credentials, location, and more.

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