Department of Transportation Expert Witnesses

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The Department of Transportation's expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including highway safety, traffic engineering, public transportation, infrastructure design, and vehicle regulations. Some of the most common specialties among these expert witnesses also include road construction standards, pedestrian safety, bridge design, traffic signal operations, and freight transportation. They have provided opinions on the effects of road maintenance practices, traffic control measures, infrastructure planning, vehicle safety standards, and public transit system operations.

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Civil Engineering Expert Witness | MassachusettsView profile

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Civil Engineering Expert Witness | Massachusetts

This qualified civil engineer has performed extensive design work for projects commissioned by the Department of Transportation, especially pertaining to the design and testing of highway guard rails. He has remained in practice as an engineer for more than a decade, and is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers.

Traffic Light Maintenance Expert Witness | CaliforniaView profile

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Traffic Light Maintenance Expert Witness | California

This expert has almost 10 years of technical experience with traffic signals. He is a certified senior field technician and certified in work zone safety by the International Municipal Signal Association. He spent 8 years as a traffic signal technician at Siemens. In this role, he was responsible for maintaining multiple cities and counties traffic signals, installing and programming video...

Trucking Expert Witness | OregonView profile

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Trucking Expert Witness | Oregon

This highly qualified expert has years of experience in transportation safety and trucking accident reconstruction. He received his BA degree from Western Baptist College and received a journeyman certification from Consolidated Freightways. He is a former transportation safety specialist at Safety Solutions and at the Oregon Department of Transportation, where he was involved in numerous...

Trucking Industry Standards Expert Witness | TexasView profile

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Trucking Industry Standards Expert Witness | Texas

This qualified expert has nearly 30 years of experience in the trucking industry. He is a Smith System certified driver trainer, a certified forklift operator, a certified sUAS remote pilot, and a certified Bosch CDR technician. He is currently licensed as a Class AM commercial driver with tank endorsement. He has also completed courses in DOT compliance and safety and vehicle accident...

Accident Reconstruction, OSHA, and DOT Compliance & Safety Expert Witness | TexasView profile

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Accident Reconstruction, OSHA, and DOT Compliance & Safety Expert Witness | Texas

This highly qualified expert is a certified director of safety with 8 years of experience in the upstream oil & gas industry in managing Department of Transportation compliance and HSE system as well as a comprehensive working knowledge of SH&E issues and governmental regulations. He received his BS in organizational leadership at Mountain State University before going on to complete his MA in...

Department of Transportation Expert Witness FAQs

What is the role of a Department of Transportation expert witness?

A Department of Transportation expert witness provides specialized knowledge in cases involving transportation regulations, safety standards, infrastructure design, and accident analysis.

In what types of cases can a Department of Transportation expert witness be beneficial?

These experts are crucial in cases involving traffic accidents, infrastructure failures, regulatory compliance issues, and disputes over transportation projects.

What subspecialties exist within the Department of Transportation expert witness field?

Subspecialties include highway safety, public transit systems, aviation regulation, maritime law, and railroad operations among others.

How can a Department of Transportation expert witness help in a case involving a traffic accident?

They can provide insight into road conditions, signage visibility, vehicle performance and adherence to safety regulations which may have contributed to the accident.

Why is it important to hire an expert witness with specific experience in Department of Transportation regulations?

Their deep understanding of DOT regulations can help identify if any violations occurred that may have contributed to the incident under investigation.

How does Expert Institute select its Department of Transportation 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.

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