Fire Safety Expert Witnesses in California

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Fire safety expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including building construction, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, industrial safety, and environmental science. Some of the most common fire safety expert witness specialties also include fire cause and origin investigation, fire protection engineering, fire suppression systems, flammable liquids, and arson investigation. They can opine on the effects of faulty wiring, improper storage of flammable materials, inadequate fire safety measures in buildings, failure of fire detection systems, and the impact of building materials on fire spread.

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Average Fire Safety Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$275/hr

Review Fee

$350/hr

Deposition Fee

$350/hr

Court Fee

Fire Safety 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 $300/hr
Deposition Fee $350/hr
Court Fee $350/hr

This highly-qualified expert has over 40 years of experience as a firefighter, specializing in fire origin and cause investigations. Throughout his career, he has completed numerous fire safety training programs and completed fire investigation certificate programs through institutions such as the California State Fire Marshal's Office, the State of California, and the University of Washington. He is active in his field as a member of several associations, including the International Association of Arson Investigators, the National Association of Fire Investigators, and the International Association of Fire Investigators. He has formerly served as a firefighter with the United States Air Force and the Sacramento Fire Department. During his time with the Sacramento Fire Department, he also held the roles of fire investigator and fire captain. Currently, this expert is the owner of a private fire origin and cause investigation company in California.

Owner, A private fire origin and cause investigation company in CA

Linden,

California

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FAQs for Fire Safety Expert Witnesses

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

A fire safety expert witness provides specialized knowledge in fire prevention, protection, and investigation. They can testify on the cause and origin of fires, adherence to fire codes, and fire safety practices.

What types of cases might require a fire safety expert witness?

Cases involving property damage, personal injury or death due to fires, arson investigations, insurance claims, and disputes over fire safety regulations often require a fire safety expert witness.

Can a fire safety expert witness provide insight into specific fire-related incidents like industrial fires or wildfires?

Yes, many fire safety experts specialize in certain types of fires such as residential, commercial, industrial, or wildfires and can provide detailed analysis based on their expertise.

How can a fire safety expert witness help in an arson case?

In arson cases, a fire safety expert can analyze evidence from the scene, determine the cause and origin of the fire, and assess whether it was intentionally set.

Are there subspecialties within the field of fire safety that an expert witness might focus on?

Yes, some experts may focus on areas like electrical fires, chemical fires, building code compliance, firefighting procedures, or fire alarm systems.

How does Expert Institute select its Fire Safety 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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