Ship Expert Witnesses

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Ship expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including maritime law, naval architecture, marine engineering, shipbuilding, and shipping logistics. Some of the most common specialties among ship expert witnesses also include cargo handling, vessel safety, navigation systems, ship maintenance, and marine pollution. They have provided opinions on the effects of ship collisions, cargo damage, maritime accidents, navigational errors, and environmental impacts of shipping activities.

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Cruise Ship Medicine Expert WitnessView profile

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Cruise Ship Medicine Expert Witness

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California

This cruise ship physician, trained in emergency medicine, earned his MBBS (British equivalent of MD) at London's top medical institution. He has more than 18 years of experience in acute clinical medicine and more than 7 years working in the cruise ship industry, both as shoreside management and at sea as a ship physician. He began his career as a Senior Physician at Carnival Cruise Lines,...

Cruise Ship Captaining and Operation Expert WitnessView profile

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Cruise Ship Captaining and Operation Expert Witness

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Connecticut

This highly experienced expert has spent over 45 years in maritime-focused education, work, and consulting. He studied at Metropolitan University in London, where obtained a Master of Foreign Going degree. The expert also completed many other nautical courses and served in roles ranging from Sub-Lieutenant to Commander with the Royal Naval Reserve. He was a Chief Officer with P&O Cruises and then...

Marine Engineering & Naval Architecture Expert WitnessView profile

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Marine Engineering & Naval Architecture Expert Witness

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Washington

This highly-qualified expert has over 25 years of experience in the field of marine engineering, naval architecture, and shipbuilding. He has lead teams performing analysis of stability, structure, performance, safety, and accessibility. Additionally, he works directly with shipyards throughout North America during the construction process to assess quality and schedule performance and ensure...

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Ship Expert Witness FAQs

A ship expert witness provides specialized knowledge about maritime laws, ship operations, navigation, safety protocols, and more. They can offer crucial insights and testimony in legal cases involving ships.

Cases involving maritime accidents, cargo damage, navigational errors, violations of maritime law, or disputes over ship design and maintenance often require the expertise of a ship expert witness.

Yes, many ship expert witnesses specialize in certain types of vessels such as cruise ships, cargo ships, fishing vessels, or naval ships. Their expertise can be invaluable in related cases.

A ship expert can analyze accident reports, inspect damage to vessels, review safety procedures and regulations, and provide informed opinions on liability and negligence in maritime accident cases.

Yes, some experts may focus on areas like marine engineering, naval architecture, oceanography or specific types of maritime law. The right subspecialty can greatly enhance case understanding.

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