Fire Damage Expert Witnesses in California

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Fire damage expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including fire investigation, fire safety engineering, building codes and standards, electrical engineering, and arson investigation. Some of the most common fire damage expert witness specialties also include fire cause and origin, fire protection systems, fire behavior analysis, structural fire damage assessment, and smoke damage evaluation. They can opine on the effects of faulty wiring, improper storage of flammable materials, failure of fire suppression systems, arson-related incidents, and building code violations.

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Fire Damage Experts in California

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

This expert is a member of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians, California Council of EMS Educators, California Fire Chiefs, California EMS Educator/QI Group, and National Association of EMS Educators. He is currently the President and Education Program Director of a private EMT training center. He has 26 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services and 20+ years as an Educator. This expert also has extensive expert witness experience.

Field Paramedic, An Emergency Medical Care Company in CA

Master of Science (MS), University of Maryland

Simi Valley,

California

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Review Fee $595/hr
Deposition Fee $650/hr
Court Fee $650/hr

This former Chief California State Fire Marshal is a consummate expert in fire protection, building codes, and window safety. He has over 40 years of hands-on expertise and currently serves as Executive Director of the National Code Services Association. He also served as the Chair of California‟s Special Arson Task Force and has extensive experience in the investigation of fire origin, cause and spread and also negligence of fire department operations and management. He is a leading expert in window safety and serves on the National Safety Council's Window Safety Task Force.

Consultant, An independent fire safety and building code consultancy

Master of Public Administration (MPA), Golden Gate University

California

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Review Fee $225/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

This expert on Electrical Engineering has over 28 years of experience. He is experienced in lighting, power, fire alarm and communication design for institutional, medical, commercial and design/build projects. He has performed analysis of electrical systems for hospitals, military and industrial facilities. His background in electrical engineering provided a solid platform for performing Forensic Services. Over the past fifteen years, he has given testimony at arbitration and deposition for Superior and Federal Court cases. His cases have involved residential construction defects, fire investigations, product defects, electric shock, overhead and underground building systems, lighting surveys, electrical failures, code analysis, personal injury and electrical design. This expert also performs commissioning of electrical and lighting systems, electrical design and construction document reviews and is LEED AP certified.

Principal Consultant, An electrical engineering firm in CA

Bachelor of Science (BS), California State University Long Beach

Irvine,

California

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FAQs for Fire Damage Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a fire damage expert witness in legal proceedings?

A fire damage expert witness provides specialized knowledge on fire causes, spread patterns, and damage assessment. They can help establish facts, determine liability, and assess damages.

What types of cases does a fire damage expert witness typically handle?

Fire damage experts often work on cases involving residential or commercial fires, arson investigations, insurance claims disputes, and safety standard violations.

How can a fire damage expert witness assist in an insurance dispute case?

In insurance disputes, a fire damage expert can provide an independent assessment of the extent and cause of the damage, helping to resolve disagreements over claim amounts.

What subspecialties exist within the field of fire damage expertise?

Subspecialties include fire origin and cause investigation, fire protection engineering, building code compliance, electrical fires, and chemical-related fires.

Why is it important to hire a certified fire investigator as an expert witness?

Certified investigators have undergone rigorous training and adhere to high professional standards. Their credibility can significantly strengthen your case's evidence.

How does Expert Institute select its Fire Damage 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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