Plastics Expert Witnesses

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Plastics expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including product design, manufacturing, materials science, and failure analysis. Some of the most common specialties include polymer engineering, packaging, medical devices, automotive components, and consumer products. They can opine on the effects of material selection, processing defects, aging, contamination, and mechanical stress on plastic performance and safety.

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Plastics Polymers Expert Witness
Plastics Polymers Expert Witness
Review Fee
$350/hr
Deposition Fee
$525/hr
Court Fee
$525/hr
This highly qualified expert earned his BS from Hope College and his PhD in organic chemistry from Indiana University. He has experience in catalyst research in support of polyethylene manufacturing, additive stabilization of polymers, interaction of chemicals with plastics, extrusion production of plastic pipe, plastic pipe material technical service and plastic pipe system component testing. End use applications in which he is a plastics expert include corrugated plastic pipe, water distribution and plumbing systems, oil and gas production, plastic gas pipe, and conduit. In addition, this expert is active in his field as a member of numerous societies including The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, American Gas Association, American Petroleum Institute, Plastic Pipe Institute, and Society of Plastics Engineers. Formerly, he held roles as Pipe Applications and Technical Supervisor at Chevron Phillips Chemical Company and Technical Director at Microbac Hauser Divison. Currently, he is President of a plastics consulting firm.
President, Plastic material manufacturer firm
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Indiana University
Longmont,
Colorado
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Plastic Films Technology Expert Witness
Plastic Films Technology Expert Witness
Review Fee
$250/hr
Deposition Fee
$300/hr
Court Fee
$300/hr
This expert is highly qualified in the field of plastic films technology. He earned his BS in chemical engineering from the University of Missouri and his MS in chemistry from the University of Delaware. This expert is highly involved in his field, as he holds 40 patents and has been the president of the Label and Packaging Suppliers Council. His former positions include development engineer for Mobil Chemical Company, vice president of operations and research for Scharr Industries, and partner of King Global Enterprises. Currently, this expert serves as the founder and president for a packaging and labeling material distribution company and consultancy in New York.
Founder and President, A packaging and labeling material distribution company and consultancy in NY
Master of Science (MS), University of Delaware
Fairport,
New York
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Packaging Expert Witness
Packaging Expert Witness
Review Fee
$500/hr
Deposition Fee
$600/hr
Court Fee
$600/hr
This expert has 40 years experience in packaging, materials technology, management, strategic planning and R&D working for resin producers, converters, and food companies. He currently provides consulting services for the plastics industry in regards to food packaging, protective packaging, plastics processing and plastics resins.
President, A Plastics and Packaging Consultancy
Bachelor of Science (BS), New Jersey Institute of Technology
New York,
New York
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FAQs for Plastics Expert Witnesses

What is a plastics expert witness?

A plastics expert witness is a specialized professional who explains plastics materials, failures, and industry standards in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, analyzing products, and testifying to clarify complex technical issues.

What types of cases may benefit from the insights of a plastics expert witness?

Plastics expert witnesses support product liability, manufacturing defects, material failure, fire and chemical incidents, medical device, packaging, and patent or IP litigation cases.

How can a plastics expert witness assess material failure mechanisms?

A plastics expert witness assesses material failure mechanisms by reviewing design, processing, service conditions, and test data to identify root causes like stress, fatigue, or chemical attack.

What qualifications should a plastics expert witness possess for complex litigation?

A plastics expert witness should have advanced materials science or engineering education, industry and lab experience, published research, and prior testimony in complex plastics litigation.

How does a plastics expert witness evaluate manufacturing defects in polymer products?

A plastics expert witness evaluates manufacturing defects in polymer products by reviewing designs, testing materials, analyzing processing conditions, and comparing results to industry standards.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting plastics 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.