Reconstruction Expert Witnesses

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Reconstruction expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including civil litigation, criminal defense, insurance disputes, and personal injury claims. Some of the most common specialties include accident reconstruction, collision analysis, biomechanics, human factors, and roadway safety. They can opine on the effects of impact forces, speed, visibility, driver behavior, and environmental conditions on causation and liability.

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  1. Accident Reconstruction & Automotive Engineering Expert Witness

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

    With over 30 years of automotive engineering experience, this expert has dedicated his career to the field of accident reconstruction. Holding Masters and Doctoral degrees in automotive mechanical engineering and highway safety, he is a recognized expert whose clients have included U.S., State and Foreign Governments. He has extensive court experience, having been deposed and testified in approximately 200 trials, while he has acted as an automotive engineering consultant in more than 3,000 vehicle crash cases.

    President, An accident reconstruction firm in MD

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Moscow Polytechnic Institute

    Potomac,

    Maryland

  2. Vehicle Collision Reconstruction Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $295/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $295/hr
    Court Fee
    $295/hr

    This expert has over 32 years as an Accident Reconstructionist and Forensic Engineer, and is ACTAR Accredited. He is a certified Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) technician, operator and data analyst. He is a former Chair of the Engineering Sciences section and Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, and a member of 5 additional forensic groups including CAARS, NAPARS, SAE, SATAI and SOAR. He has 100 publications and presentations in the field of forensic automotive engineering and is currently the owner of an Accident Reconstruction firm.

    Mechanical Engineer, A Private Consulting Group in CA

    Master of Science (MS), University of California, Santa Barbara

    Santa Barbara,

    California

  3. Firearms Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $225/hr

    A 3rd generation Gunsmith. This expert has over 15 years of experience as an authority on firearm and related subject. He currently provides his expertise to a variety of clients in need of accurate assessment of firearm analysis, GSR, accidental discharge, and bullet trajectory. In addition, he teaches a course on firearms and deadly force law, and has extensive experience reviewing evidence and speaking to the impact of firearms on the outcome of cases.

    CEO and proprietor, A major ballistics related consulting firm

    Juris Doctor (JD), Thomas M. Cooley School of Law

    Lansing,

    Michigan

  4. Bicycle Safety & Accident Reconstruction Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $350/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $400/hr
    Court Fee
    $400/hr

    This expert has an expertise in bicycle accident reconstruction with his extensive cycling experience and his education in human factors, biomechanics and engineering. He has experience analyzing a variety of bicycle issues such as rider behavior/bicycle safety, accident reconstruction, bicycle helmet component failure, and bicycle maintenance.

    Human Factors Bicycle Specialist, A private consulting company in PA

    Master of Science (MS), Arizona State University

    Penns Park,

    Pennsylvania

  5. Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $750/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $750/hr

    This board-certified orthopaedic surgeon completed his M.D. at a top medical university, and completed his residency and fellowship at prestigious university medical centers. This expert is a member of numerous orthopaedic associations, and is a well published and reputable orthopaedic surgeon. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at a top university medical center.

    Assistant Professor, A top university medical center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), George Washington University School of Medicine

    Chapel Hill,

    North Carolina

  6. Accident Reconstruction Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $450/hr

    This accident reconstruction expert earned a masters degree in kinesiology from California State University Northridge and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from UCLA. He is a certified traffic reconstructionist and specializes in accident reconstruction and biomechanics for transportation related accidents (trains, subways, motor vehicles, buses, etc). He belongs to numerous prestigious societies in his field, including the National Association of Traffic Accident Reconstructions, National Association of Railroad Safety Consultants and Investigators and the International Society of Biomechanics. He is currently the President of an Accident Reconstruction & Biomechanics firm.

    President, A Biomechanics & Accident Reconstruction Consulting Firm in CA

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of California-Los Angeles

    Arroyo Grande,

    California

  7. Architecture Expert Witness

    This expert is a registered professional architect, earning his degree from the University of Florida. He has worked in various architectural capacities, including design and safety. He is a former president of a corporation involved in both the design and construction of projects in the commercial and residential markets, and is currently the head of an architectural firms specializing in a similar space. His chief areas of expertise include forensic reconstruction of on-premise injury, construction/architecture defects, ADA compliance, building code compliance, construction disputes, premises liability, professional standard of care, document review, coefficient of friction testing, and water intrusion in structures.

    Architect, Private Architectural Firm

    Bachelor of Architecture (BArch), University of Florida

    Georgia

  8. Event Data Recorder & Accident Reconstruction Expert Witness

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

    This EDR expert is a principal at a vehicular accident reconstruction consultancy. He retired from law enforcement after a twenty-five year career, during which time he investigated over 2500 motor vehicle collisions. Fourteen of those years he served with the Bergen County (NJ) Prosecutor's Office Fatal Accident Investigation Unit. This expert earned a degree in mechanical engineering, summa cum laude, from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and he is ACTAR accredited. He has testified as an expert in depositions and trials. He participates in crash testing with the University of Tulsa Crash Reconstruction Research Consortium and the University of North Florida. This expert teaches advanced accident reconstruction classes and lectures throughout the country at accident reconstruction conferences. He has performed more than 100 EDR downloads.

    Principal Engineer, Vehicular Accident Reconstruction Consultancy

    Bachelor of Science (BS), New Jersey Institute of Technology

    New Jersey

  9. Accident Reconstruction & Failure Analysis Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $300/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $350/hr
    Court Fee
    $350/hr

    This highly qualified engineer has 25+ years of industry experience. He is a member of several professional societies including the American Association of Snowboard Instructors, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, American Academy of Forensic Sciences, American Water Ski Association, and American National Standards Institute. This expert teaching experience and serves as a reviewer for several peer reviewed publications including the American Society for Testing and Materials and American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Currently, this expert is the President of an engineering consultancy. He earned his BSME and MSME at Worcestor Polytechnic Institute.

    President, An Engineering Consultancy in IL

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of New Mexico

    Rochelle,

    Illinois

  10. Automobile Investigation & Accident Reconstruction Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $200/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $275/hr
    Court Fee
    $275/hr

    This highly qualified expert specializes in accident reconstruction. Receiving his B.S. in mechanical engineering from the University of Florida, he has completed several training courses and certifications in safety and accident consultation. He is is a licensed professional engineer and is recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) and is a Walkway Auditor Certificate Holder (WACH). This expert has had extensive training regarding this field and was responsible for reconstructing hundreds of accidents. Some of the projects he has worked on include commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, pedestrians and motorcycles. He has worked as an Engineer for Quest Engineering and Failure Analysis as well as an accident reconstructionist. Currently, he is the senior consultant for an engineering and accident consulting firm in Florida.

    Principal Engineer, A Forensic Engineering Firm in FL

    Master of Science (MS), Purdue University

    Tallahassee,

    Florida

  11. Accident Reconstruction & Biomechanics Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $450/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $450/hr
    Court Fee
    $450/hr

    This expert has provided consulting services in accident reconstruction, biomechanics, EDR/ECM data retrieval, forensic vehicle examinations, product safety, system safety, and human factors engineering for over 25 years. He has full accreditation as a Traffic Accident Reconstructionist [ACTAR 738]; is a Certified Professional Ergonomist [N. 017]; is a specialist in using PC Crash computer simulation for the purposes of accident reconstruction; has specialized training and certification in Crash Data Retrieval Systems [both passenger vehicle EDRs and Transport Heavy Truck ECMs]; and is a licensed Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator. He has conducted over 3000 technical accident investigations and reconstructions, and has qualified to testify in courts in both Canada and the U.S. He is currently a Principal Associate for an accredited Accident Investigation and Reconstruction firm, which has offices throughout the northeast: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Ontario,Canada.

    Founding Principal Associate, An accredited accident investigation and reconstruction firm in NY

    Master of Science (MS), University of Western Ontario

    Buffalo,

    New York

  12. Urology & genital reconstruction Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $500/hr

    This highly qualified, board certified and extremely well published expert earned her bachelor's degree from Harvard University and her medical degree from Albany Medical College. This was followed by an internship in general surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and a residency in urology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. This expert then completed her formal medical education by pursuing a fellowship in Reproductive Medicine & Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine. This expert is a member of numerous prestigious medical societies. This expert is extremely well published, having authored 17 peer-reviewed journal articles, 3 book chapters and 10 abstracts. This expert's mastery of research has allowed her to serve as a reviewer for 2 leading medical journals. This expert previously served as Assistant Professor of Urology, Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. This expert currently serves as Director of Male Fertility, Microsurgery and Sexual Health at a private group practice, Co-Director of a vasectomy reversal center, Clinical Instructor of Urology at a major university hospital center, Founder and Director of a Aesthetic surgery center and as Regional Director of Male Fertility at a reproductive science center.

    Regional Director, A MD Fertility Clinic

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Albany Medical College

    Hunt Valley,

    Maryland

  13. Shooting & Crime Scene Reconstruction & Forensic Animation Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $500/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $600/hr
    Court Fee
    $600/hr

    This expert has 17 years experience in demonstrative evidence consulting, specializing in crime and shooting scene reconstruction. His reconstruction creation and design of forensic animations includes but is not limited to 3D modeling, illustration, Medical and Surgical Animation, Demonstrative Evidence Creation, Design and Consulting. Cases using such reconstruction platforms include homicides, officer involved shooting scenarios, human anatomy, surgical and disease demonstrations with mechanism of injury and/or death. His firm has been the exclusive provider of demonstrative evidence for the City of Cleveland Police Department and Department of Law since 1998. He is also a consultant to CBS New's 48 Hours. He has both an office in OH and CA.

    Owner and Principal Consultant, A Forensic Animations and Exhibits Firm

    Fairview Park,

    California

  14. Vehicle Accident Reconstruction Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $360/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $360/hr
    Court Fee
    $360/hr

    This highly qualified expert is trained for every type fo accident reconstruction with the except of aircraft. This expert can assist in profduct defect causation and has extensive court experiencve. Additionally, he is a member of multiple soceities. He has over 35 years of expwereince in motorsports and is hte author of 400 technical articles and 3 books.

    Chief Instructor, Specialty Vehicle Institute of America

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), California Coast University

    El Dorado Hills,

    California

  15. Facial Plastic Surgery Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $850/hr

    This expert is a board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon with extensive experience in all facets of facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. His practice is focused on cosmetic and reconstructive rhinoplasty (nose job) and facelift surgery. He performs a large number of Botox and filler injection treatments and trains physicians and nurses throughout the country on the safe and effective use of these products.

    Owner, A Private Practice in CO

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Boston University

    Lone Tree,

    Colorado

  16. Accident Reconstruction & Street Design Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $400/hr

    This New York City traffic maintenance, street design, accident reconstruction, and building codes expert leverages his civil engineering background in his forensic work. He graduated from the City College of New York with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and maintains the distinction of Professional Engineer in both New York and New Jersey. A member of the Society of Automotive Engineers, American Society of Civil Engineers and Past President (2006) and Fellow in the National Academy of Forensic Engineers, he has previous experience in the design and rehabilitation of highways in the New York area. He is adept at 2D and 3D computer analysis.

    Forensic Engineer, Private Practice

    Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), City College of NY

    New York,

    New York

  17. Accident Reconstruction Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $200/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $200/hr

    This expert received his AS in Science from Lincoln Trail College and is an Accredited Traffic Accident Reconstructionist by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstructionists. He has certifications in Bosch EDR, Level I Event Data Recorder Use in Traffic Crash Reconstruction, and is a Crash Reconstruction Specialist. He is an active member in the Illinois Association of Technical Accident Investigators and the Illinois Traffic Safety Leaders. Currently, he is a police officer and the Chief of Police at a police department in Illinois, as well as an owner and lead crash reconstruction investigator at a large accident reconstruction firm in Illinois.

    Owner, A traffic accident reconstruction firm in IL

    Associate of Science (AS), Lincoln Trail College

    Hutsonville,

    Illinois

  18. Orthopedic Surgery – Post-Trauma Reconstruction Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $650/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $650/hr

    This highly qualified expert has over 45 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon. He earned his BA in psychology from Lafayette College and his MD from New York Medical College. He then went on to complete a medical-surgical internship and orthopedic surgery residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases, and his fellowship in infectious diseases at the University of California, San Diego. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, the National Board of Medical Examiners, and the American College of Surgeons. He is a licensed physician in California. He has published 5 books, 23 chapters, and over 150 journal articles, as well as presenting extensively on topics in his field. He specializes in post-trauma limb reconstruction, including non-unions, mal-unions, shortening and post-trauma infections of bones and joints. He has been in active clinical practice for decades and has taught at some of America's premier academic medical institutions. Formerly, he served as the president of the Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society and the Association of Bone & Joint Surgeons. Currently, he works as an orthopedic surgeon for a private practice in Southern California and as a clinical professor of orthopedic surgery at at a University and Medical Center in California.

    Physician, Several medical centers in CA

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), New York Medical College

    Long Beach,

    California

  19. Traffic Accident Reconstruction Expert Witness

    Review Fee
    $150/hr
    Deposition Fee
    $250/hr
    Court Fee
    $250/hr

    This expert in traffic accident reconstruction has over 35 years of experience as a traffic and transportation engineer. He received his BS in traffic and transportation engineering from the University of Belgrade, his MS in civil engineering from the University of Zagreb, and his PhD in traffic and transportation engineering from the University of Zagreb. He has published four textbooks and over 60 professional publications on topics in transportation engineering. Formerly, he has served as a roadway specialist at the Tennessee Department of Transportation and a transportation planner at Gary Struthers Associates. In addition, this expert has held roles as a leading traffic engineer at CHS Consulting Group and a dean and professor in the college of engineering at Pan-European University. Currently, he is a program and project manager at a major transportation department.

    Program/Project Manager, A Major Transportation Department

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Zagreb

    Nashville,

    Tennessee

What Can a Reconstruction Expert Witness Opine On?

Physical Therapy

Enhances recovery through targeted exercises.

Surgical Reconstruction

Restores structure with operative techniques.

Wound Care

Manages and heals surgical wounds.

Reconstructive Surgery

Restores appearance after trauma or disease.

Scar Revision

Improves the appearance of scars.

Implant Placement

Inserts devices to restore function.

FAQs for Reconstruction Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a reconstruction expert witness?

A reconstruction expert witness analyzes accidents using scientific methods to explain how they occurred. They assist by reviewing evidence, creating reports, and testifying to clarify liability issues.

What types of cases may require the expertise of a reconstruction expert witness?

A reconstruction expert witness handles auto accidents, truck crashes, motorcycle and bicycle collisions, pedestrian impacts, industrial incidents, product failures, and slip-and-fall cases.

How should counsel evaluate the qualifications of a reconstruction expert witness?

Counsel should evaluate a reconstruction expert witness by reviewing their education, certifications, case experience, methodology, publications, and prior courtroom testimony.

How can a reconstruction expert witness strengthen causation arguments at trial?

A reconstruction expert witness strengthens causation arguments by scientifically analyzing evidence to show how the accident occurred and directly linking it to the claimed injuries.

What reconstruction expert witness credentials most influence admissibility challenges?

The reconstruction expert witness credentials that most influence admissibility are advanced specialized training, relevant case experience, professional certifications, and a strong peer‑reviewed track record.

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