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Average Explosives Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$300/hr
Review Fee
$325/hr
Deposition Fee
$350/hr
Court Fee
This expert served in the US Navy as an explosive ordnance disposal technician, retiring after 15 years as a platoon chief. He has been deployed multiple times to the Horn of Africa, Iraq, and Afghanistan, and has extensive experience with weapon technical intelligence and counter-IED analysis. Since 2011, he has been working for JIDO contractors. In his current role, he is the primary adviser to the commander and staff on all C-IED efforts.
Operations Integrator, A defense threat reduction agency based in Virginia
Reston,
Virginia
This expert has nearly 40 years of experience in explosive devices, bombs, pyrotechnics, hazardous devices, and post-blast investigations. He earned his BS from Capella University and is certified as an international post blast investigator. Currently, he is a member of various professional organizations such as the International Association of Bomb Technicians and Investigators, and the International Association of Explosives Engineers. Formerly, he has held various roles as an explosive ordinance disposal technician in the U.S. Army, a project supervisor for SCI, Inc., program coordinator of the Texas Engineering Service at Texas A&M University, a senior associate/wmd specialist at SO Technologies, and a program manager in the Marine Forces Reserve. This expert currently serves as an adjunct professor of global studies at a VA university as well as a program manager for a terrorism technical support organization.
Program Manager, A Terrorism Technical Support Organization
Bachelor of Science (BS), Capella University
Reston,
Virginia
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What Can an Explosives Expert Witness Opine On?
Explosive Material Analysis
Identify and evaluate explosive substances.
Detonation Timing Setup
Establish timing mechanisms for detonation.
Controlled Demolition Planning
Design controlled demolition sequences.
Blast Site Assessment
Evaluate areas for safe blasting operations.
Safety Protocol Development
Create safety guidelines for explosive handling.
Explosive Training Programs
Conduct training for safe explosive use.
FAQs for Explosives Expert Witnesses
What is a explosives expert witness?
An explosives expert witness is a specialist who explains explosive materials, causes, and safety in legal cases. They assist by reviewing evidence, reconstructing blasts, writing reports, and testifying in court.
What types of cases may benefit from the expertise of an explosives expert witness?
An explosives expert witness handles criminal bombings, arson, accidental explosions, product defects, workplace blasts, insurance claims, construction blasts, and safety compliance cases.
How can an explosives expert witness assist with origin and cause determinations?
An explosives expert witness assists with origin and cause determinations by analyzing blast patterns, residue, and device components to identify how, where, and why an explosion occurred.
What qualifications should attorneys require from an explosives expert witness?
Attorneys should require an explosives expert witness to have formal explosives engineering training, relevant certifications, field experience, and a proven record of courtroom testimony.
How does an explosives expert witness evaluate compliance with explosive safety standards?
An explosives expert witness evaluates compliance with explosive safety standards by reviewing site practices, documentation, training, equipment, and incident data against applicable regulations.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting explosives expert witnesses?
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