Vehicle Expert Witnesses in California

We’ll help you retain an industry-leading Vehicle expert

Vehicle expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including automotive engineering, vehicle safety, accident reconstruction, mechanical engineering, and traffic engineering. Some of the most common specialties among vehicle expert witnesses also include vehicle dynamics, brake systems, automotive electronics, crashworthiness, and vehicle system failures. They have provided opinions on the effects of vehicle design flaws, faulty manufacturing processes, improper maintenance procedures, driver behavior, and road conditions.

Find an expert witness near you

Select your state

What party are you representing?

Average Vehicle Expert Witnesses Court Fees

Review Fee

Deposition Fee

Court Fee

Vehicle Experts in California

See more Vehicle Expert Witnesses
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

View profile
Review Fee $285/hr
Deposition Fee $285/hr
Court Fee $350/hr

This highly qualified expert formerly served as the supervisor of the California Highway Patrol Academy's Motorcycle Training Unit. He was an active member of the California Highway Patrol for nearly 29 years and is recognized as an expert in motorcycle training and operations. He routinely consults with and provides advice to people and organizations concerned with motorcycle safety and operations. He has published articles on motorcycle safety in Harley Davidson's The Motor Officer, Law Officer, Police One, Calibre Press and American Motorcyclist magazines, and he has specifically published an article on Escort Safety for funeral processions. While serving as Supervisor of the Motorcycle Training Unit, he was responsible for training and certifying all departmental motorcycle operators and motorcycle training officers. He also trained and certified motorcycle operators and training officers for allied agencies, and he was considered a subject matter expert for motorcycle training and testing to the Department's Occupational Safety Board, and Motor Vehicle Advisory Board. Relevant career accomplishments include being selected by Department's Occupational Safety Board Motorcycle Safety Sub-Committee to script, direct and produce a motorcycle safety DVD for escort and Protective Service operations.

Consultant, Multiple motorcycle training programs in CA

Associate of Science (AS), Shasta College

Fair Oaks,

California

View profile
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

View profile

FAQs for Vehicle Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a vehicle expert witness in legal proceedings?

A vehicle expert witness provides specialized knowledge about vehicles, their mechanics, and safety standards. They can offer insights on accident reconstruction, vehicle defects, or maintenance issues.

What types of cases might require a vehicle expert witness?

Cases involving car accidents, product liability suits against auto manufacturers, insurance claims disputes, and mechanical failure incidents often require a vehicle expert witness.

Can a vehicle expert witness provide testimony on specific makes and models of cars?

Yes, many vehicle expert witnesses have extensive knowledge about specific makes and models, including their common defects and performance characteristics.

How can a vehicle expert witness assist in cases involving traffic accidents?

A vehicle expert can reconstruct the accident scene, analyze damage to the vehicles involved, assess if any mechanical failures occurred, and determine whether safety standards were met.

Are there subspecialties within the field of vehicle expertise?

Yes, some experts specialize in areas like commercial trucks, motorcycles, classic cars, electric vehicles or specific aspects like brake systems or airbags.

How does Expert Institute select its Vehicle expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

Connect with the Vehicle expert witness you need to win your case

Close Icon

Your information will not be shared. View our privacy policy.