Food and Beverage Expert Witnesses in Florida

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Food and Beverage expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including product safety, labeling, supply chain, and hospitality operations. Some of the most common specialties include foodborne illness, contamination, restaurant management, franchising, and alcohol service. They can opine on the effects of industry standards, regulatory compliance, and negligence on liability and damages.

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Average Food and Beverage Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$275/hr

Review Fee

$350/hr

Deposition Fee

$375/hr

Court Fee

Food and Beverage Experts in Florida

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  1. Food Safety Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $250/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $350/hr
    Court Fee
    $350/hr

    This expert is recognized as one of the country's top food safety trainers and has 25+ years experience as a food safety consultant in the food industry. Currently, he has recently retired as president and founder of an independent food service practice which provides consulting and training to food service and lodging companies throughout the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean. The expert was involved in the creation of the ServSafe instructional series which is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association. This expert is a member several professional organizations including the Central Atlantic States Association of Food and Drug Official and Florida Association for Food Protection. Former positions have included Chair and Professor of Hospitality Management at Essex Community College, President and Chairman of the Board of the Council on Hotel. This expert earned a BS from Kent State University, a MS from The Johns Hopkins University, and an honorary Doctorate of Food Service from the National Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers.

    Contracted Senior Consultant, A government agency responsible for food inspection

    Master of Science (MS), Johns Hopkins University

    Boynton Beach,

    Florida

  2. Resturant Operations Expert Witness

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

    This restaurant industry expert has 30+ years of experience in hospitality. He earned a B.S. in Restaurant Management from the Cornell University School of Hotel Administration and an M.B.A. in Hospitality from Lynn University. His experience ranges from corporate training to independent entrepreneurship. Presently he operates a thriving consulting buesiness and currently serves as the Lead Restaurant Instructor in Restaurant and Bar Management for Florida International University. Feigenheimer was recently awarded the NAC Eminent Scholar Chair at FIU. In addition, this expert is recognized as an expert restaurant witness with experience in cases ranging from Dram Shop, contract issues, landlord tenant issues to slip, trip and falls.

    Faculty Member, A public research university in FL

    Master of Business Administration (MBA), Lynn University

    Florida

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  1. Food Safety Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $100/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $100/hr
    Court Fee

    This expert trains on all phases of the food service operation. He is a certified ServSafe Instructor, Registered Examination Proctor, Certified SURE HACCP Food Safety Trainer, and Certified SURE HACCP Food Safety Manager. The SURE HACCP Food Safety Manager Certification is approved by the International HACCP Alliance. Prior to his food safety experience, he worked at a variety of hospitals in the Midwest as Director of Nutrition Service.

    Director of Training, A food safety training consultancy

    Master of Science (MS), Texas Tech University

    Lebanon,

    Georgia

  2. FDA (Food & Cosmetics) Expert Witness

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

    This expert in toxicology had a 22-year career in regulatory positions at the Food and Drug Administration. The expert joined the FDA in 1977 and served as the Special Assistant to the Director of the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition and as the Director of Division of Toxicological Research. Following retirement from Federal service, he was also the State Toxicologist, Chemical Terrorism Laboratory Director, and State Counterterrorism Coordinator working within the Alabama Department of Public Health. He has a B.S. in Biology from Wake Forest University, an M.S. in Physiology from West Virginia University, and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from West Virginia University. The expert also later earned an M.S. in Applied Human Behavior from Johns Hopkins University, where he completed a Fellowship in Organizational Development and Community Systems. He is a Member of the American College of Toxicology, the National Environmental Health Association, and the Society for Applied Spectroscopy. The expert left his FDA position at the end of 1999 and his Alabama Department of Health role in early 2010.

    Consulting Toxicologist, Independent

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), West Virginia University

    Dauphin Island,

    Alabama

What Can a Food and Beverage Expert Witness Opine On?

Menu Development

Creating diverse and appealing food options.

Food Safety Training

Educating staff on hygiene and safety standards.

Inventory Management

Tracking stock levels and ordering supplies.

Recipe Standardization

Ensuring consistent preparation and presentation.

Cost Control

Managing expenses to maximize profit margins.

Event Planning

Coordinating food service for special occasions.

FAQs for Food and Beverage Expert Witnesses

What is a food and beverage expert witness?

A food and beverage expert witness is a qualified industry professional who explains standards, safety, and regulations in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, analyzing compliance, and testifying to clarify technical issues.

In what case types can a food and beverage expert witness provide valuable assistance?

A food and beverage expert witness assists in product liability, food safety, contamination, labeling, HACCP, recall, supply chain, restaurant operations, and hospitality litigation.

How can a food and beverage expert witness strengthen damages calculations?

A food and beverage expert witness strengthens damages calculations by validating costs, lost profits, and market impact with industry-specific data and financial analysis.

What qualifications should a food and beverage expert witness possess for federal litigation?

A food and beverage expert witness for federal litigation should have advanced industry education, substantial practical experience, and a proven record of testimony in similar federal cases.

How does a food and beverage expert witness evaluate compliance with industry standards?

A food and beverage expert witness evaluates compliance with industry standards by reviewing policies, operations, documentation, and testing results against regulatory and best-practice benchmarks.

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