EXPERT WITNESS SPECIALTY INDEX
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Sports & Recreation Expert Witness | New York
This expert currently serves as Professor / Chair of Health & Physical Education at a SUNY institution. Prior to this role he was the Fitness & Aquatics Director and Head Men's Lacrosse at SUNY. This expert is a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) by the National Recreation and Park Association. He is a voting and attending member of the Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities...
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Artificial Turf / Sport Surfaces Expert Witness | Massachusetts
This internationally recognized authority on sporting surfaces was hired by four US Presidents to create synthetic grass golf, tennis, and track facilities at the White House. His niche consulting firm has been in operation since 1975, allowing him to manage the application of artificial turf technology to collegiate and professional facilities. He was appointed as an official NFL field tester...
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Playground Safety Expert Witness | Iowa
A certified leisure professional and playground safety inspector, this expert is also a nationally acknowledged expert in the area of playground safety. She has made presentations both nationally and internationally on playground design and safety, and is the author /co author of over 150 articles on playgrounds and children’s play. This expert has held numerous leadership and committee...
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Biomechanics Expert Witness | California
This biomechanics expert specializes in human performance, injury prevention and rehabilitation, and exercise and fitness. He earned his BA in history and his MS in kinesiology from California State University at Fullerton before earning his PhD in kinesiology, recreation, and sports studies with a biomechanics specialization from the University of Tennessee. He holds several certifications,...
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Motorcycle Racing & Marketing Expert Witness | Pennsylvania
This avid motorcyclist works in the professional motorcycle racing industry, and has access to motorcycles similar or identical to that described in this case. He was also a track coach for 6 years during his tenure at Pro-Motion and Sportbike Track Time.
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Forensic Engineering Expert Witness | North Carolina
This expert has over 35 years of experience of experience, specializing in bicycle accident investigation. He is on the ASTM Committee for bicycle standards. Previously President of the National Academy of Forensic Engineers, he is a Fellow of both the American Society of Civil Engineers and the National Academy of Forensic Engineers. He is a Registered Professional Engineer for ten states and...
Health and Physical Education Expert Witness | Ohio
This well seasoned professor of higher education has over 30 years of experience in physical education and recreational sports. Throughout his career he has been a member of several professional societies including the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA), the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA), the National Association of Student Personnel...
Fitness Products Expert Witness | California
This expert works as the vice president of engineering for a large fitness corporation. He has worked in the industry for over over thirty years, is familiar with industry trends, and is familiar with the history of numerous fitness products. He holds multiple patents for highly used fitness equipment and has published multiple articles on product safety/warning labels. He is chairman of the...
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Dr. Mark Joseph Maciha, EdD, MEd
Dr. Mark J. Maciha has 44 years of experience in Parks and Recreation Management. He earned his BS in Police Science and Administration from Northern Arizona University, his MA in Political Science-Fire and Emergency Management from Oklahoma State University Stillwater, his M.Ed, and his Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University. Today, this expert is certified as a Park and...
Dr. Nicolette Moore Expert
This highly qualified, board certified expert earned his BS from the University of Michigan and his MD from the University of Michigan Medical School. He completed his residency training in neurology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center where he also served as chief resident. He then went on to complete two prestigious fellowships in neuromuscular disorders and EEG, EMG, and autonomic studies...
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Dr. Richard Hampton White, PhD
Dr. Richard H. White has 37 years of experience in Agronomy and Turfgrass Management. He earned his BS and MS in Agronomy from Auburn University and his Ph.D. from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Formerly, this expert served as an Assistant Research Professor at Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, as an Assistant Research Scientist at Texas A&M AgriLife...
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Ms. Katherine Starr
Ms. Katherine Starr has 11 years of experience in Sexual Abuse Prevention. He earned his BA in History and Sociology from the University of Texas at Austin. Today, this expert is certified as a Personal Life Coach. Formerly, this expert served as a Chief Executive Officer at Team Athlete Integrity. Currently, this expert is a Founder and Director at Safe4Athletes.
Mr. Lance Robinson Foster, CSC
Mr. Lance R. Foster has over 50 years of experience in the field of Law Enforcement and Security. He earned his BS in Law Enforcement from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and his M.Ed in Educational Administration from the University of Tampa. Today, this expert is a Certified Security Consultant by the International Association of Professional Security Consultants. Formerly, this expert...
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Ms. Elisa Terry
This expert has over 30 years of experience in the field of fitness and recreation. She earned her BA in sociology with an emphasis in sports medicine from the University of California, Los Angeles, and entered her career shortly after. Today, she is certified in Schwinn Cycling, Reformer Pilates, and Crossfit Level 1. This expert previously served as an academic coordinator and as a program...
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Mr. Steven Adam Adelman, JD
Mr. Steven A. Adelman has 20 years of experience in Accidents and Safety with expertise in the Law, specializing in Event Risk and Safety. He earned his BA in American Studies from Tufts University, his MA in History from University of Massachusetts Amherst, and his JD from Boston College Law School. Formerly, this expert served as an Instructor at International Association of Venue Managers for...
Mr. Shawn Paul DeRosa, JD
Mr. Shawn DeRosa has over 29 years of experience in Aquatic Safety, and Pool and Spa Operations. He earned his BS in Business Administration and Marketing from Boston College and his JD in Law from Suffolk University. Today, this expert is certified as a Water Safety Instructor Trainer, as a Lifeguard Trainer by the American Red Cross, and licensed as an attorney in the state of Massachusetts....
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January 10, 2022
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This case involves a teenage boy who played on a youth football team in Mississippi. His coach, who had limited coaching experience with regards to...
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This case involves a hunter who was seriously injured after a failed stitching on a tree stand caused him to fall from a tree. The stand in question...
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This case involves a child who was burned at a state park mobile home area when she fell into a campfire that had been improperly put out. The...
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This facilities management case involves a teenaged boy who was severely injured when a baseball struck him in the temple during a high school...
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