Fire Damage Expert Witnesses

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Fire damage expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including fire investigation, fire safety engineering, building codes and standards, electrical engineering, and arson investigation. Some of the most common fire damage expert witness specialties also include fire cause and origin, fire protection systems, fire behavior analysis, structural fire damage assessment, and smoke damage evaluation. They can opine on the effects of faulty wiring, improper storage of flammable materials, failure of fire suppression systems, arson-related incidents, and building code violations.

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Prescribed Fire and Controlled Burning Expert Witness | OklahomaView profile

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Prescribed Fire and Controlled Burning Expert Witness | Oklahoma

This expert has over years of experience in prescribed fire, controlled burns, wildfire, and smoke impacts to people, vegetation, and infrastructure. He earned his BS in plant science at Cameron University and his MS in range science at Texas Tech University. This expert is active in his field as a member of the Oklahoma Volunteer Fire Department, the Coalition of Prescribed Fire Councils, and...

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Emergency Medical Services Expert Witness | CaliforniaView profile

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Emergency Medical Services Expert Witness | California

This expert is a member of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians, California Council of EMS Educators, California Fire Chiefs, California EMS Educator/QI Group, and National Association of EMS Educators. He is currently the President and Education Program Director of a private EMT training center. He has 26 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services and 20+ years as an...

Electrical Failure Analysis & Electrical Fire Cause Expert Witness | TexasView profile

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Electrical Failure Analysis & Electrical Fire Cause Expert Witness | Texas

This expert specializes in electrical engineering issues, and has performed numerous investigations into fires caused/allegedly caused by electrical issues. His experience includes evaluation of electronics products and their failure modes to determine whether they adhered to relevant safety standards, including those established by Underwriters Laboratories and the Canadian Standards...

Electrical Fires Expert Witness | WisconsinView profile

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Electrical Fires Expert Witness | Wisconsin

This electrical expert has nearly forty years of experience in the electrical industry, having been a licensed Master Electrician for a quarter century. He currently serves as a faculty member in the electrical apprenticeship program at a technical college in Wisconsin. He is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the International Association of Electrical Inspectors.

Fire Protection & Codes Regulations Expert Witness | New YorkView profile

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Fire Protection & Codes Regulations Expert Witness | New York

This fire protection and construction codes expert has been active in his field for over 33 years. He earned his B.S. in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland and is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of New York. The expert began his career with fire protection and alarm system companies before becoming a Consulting Engineer with Lehr Associates, where he...

Fire Analysis/Modeling Expert Witness | North CarolinaView profile

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Fire Analysis/Modeling Expert Witness | North Carolina

This fire analysis expert received his PhD in engineering mechanics from Virginia Tech. He is a licensed fire protection engineer. He has been involved in research for over 17 years and is currently an associate professor in fire safety engineering technology at an elite university.

Combustion and Fire Research Expert Witness | MarylandView profile

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Combustion and Fire Research Expert Witness | Maryland

This highly qualified expert received his BS in Mechanical engineering, an MS in mechanical engineering and a second in aerospace engineering. His PhD in aerospace engineering was granted by the the University of Michigan. Formerly he served as as a senior fellow at the National Institute of Standards and Technology in their fire research division. Currently he serves as professor and director...

Fire and Window Expert Witness | CaliforniaView profile

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Fire and Window Expert Witness | California

This former Chief California State Fire Marshal is a consummate expert in fire protection, building codes, and window safety. He has over 40 years of hands-on expertise and currently serves as Executive Director of the National Code Services Association. He also served as the Chair of California‟s Special Arson Task Force and has extensive experience in the investigation of fire origin, cause...

Wildland Fire Investigation Expert Witness | ArizonaView profile

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Wildland Fire Investigation Expert Witness | Arizona

This expert has over 20 years of experience in wildland fire investigation, suppression, prescribed fire, and training. He is currently the President/Owner of a private wildfire investigation, consulting, and training firm. Previously, he served as a Special Agent with the US Forest Service, specializing in wildland fire investigation and performing as the national wildland fire investigation...

Fire Protection Engineering Expert Witness | MarylandView profile

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Fire Protection Engineering Expert Witness | Maryland

This highly qualified expert has extensive experience in the field of fire protection engineering. He received his bachelors and masters from the University of San Diego, both in mechanical engineering. His PhD in mechanical engineering was also granted from UCSD. He is on the Board of Directors for the International Association of Wildland Fire as well as the NFPA Technical Committee on Wildlife...

Fire and Explosion Investigation Expert Witness | FloridaView profile

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Fire and Explosion Investigation Expert Witness | Florida

This expert is currently a fire and explosion investigator and analyst at a top forensic firm in the Southeast. He is a highly qualified fire and explosion expert and has extensive credentials, including: multiple certifications, fire and explosion research, many published articles and papers, presentations, teaching, years of experience including hundreds of fire and explosion investigations,...

Electrical Engineering And Forensics Expert Witness | CaliforniaView profile

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Electrical Engineering And Forensics Expert Witness | California

This expert on Electrical Engineering has over 28 years of experience. He is experienced in lighting, power, fire alarm and communication design for institutional, medical, commercial and design/build projects. He has performed analysis of electrical systems for hospitals, military and industrial facilities. His background in electrical engineering provided a solid platform for performing...

Fire Damage Expert Witness FAQs

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

A fire damage expert witness provides specialized knowledge on fire causes, spread patterns, and damage assessment. They can help establish facts, determine liability, and assess damages.

What types of cases does a fire damage expert witness typically handle?

Fire damage experts often work on cases involving residential or commercial fires, arson investigations, insurance claims disputes, and safety standard violations.

How can a fire damage expert witness assist in an insurance dispute case?

In insurance disputes, a fire damage expert can provide an independent assessment of the extent and cause of the damage, helping to resolve disagreements over claim amounts.

What subspecialties exist within the field of fire damage expertise?

Subspecialties include fire origin and cause investigation, fire protection engineering, building code compliance, electrical fires, and chemical-related fires.

Why is it important to hire a certified fire investigator as an expert witness?

Certified investigators have undergone rigorous training and adhere to high professional standards. Their credibility can significantly strengthen your case's evidence.

How does Expert Institute select its Fire Damage 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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