Mr. Kushner provides expert witness services for civil litigation in the areas of alarm systems, video surveillance systems, access control systems and security guard issues. He has also provided forensic analysis to insurance companies for alarm system failure to report and Central Station negligence.
Mr. Kushner holds the coveted Board Certification in Security Management, CPP, Certified Protection Professional as well as Board Certification in Homeland Security CHS level 5 from the American College of Forensic Examiners International.
Mr. Kushner also holds numerous FEMA Certifications as well as numerous security manufacturer equipment certifications.
Background
Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:A: • CPP Board certified in Security Management (ASIS International) (#9636)
• CHS Level V; Certification in Homeland Security ( American College of Forensic Examiners (#101297)
• RMO (Responsible Managing Officer), ACO (Alarm Company Operator) California
• Responsible Managing Officer for PPO (Private Patrol Operator) (Mountain Security Patrol) California
• AQM (Alarm Company Qualifying Manager) for California State licenses with BSIS (Bureau of Security and Investigative Services)
• Licensed as: California C-7, C-10 Electrical Contractor
• Nevada C-2 Electrical contractor License
• Arizona Low voltage dual license
• New Mexico Low voltage License and Journeyman Electrician Certification
Numerous Certifications from FEMA in disaster and emergency management
Department of Homeland Security Counter Surveillance Detection Certificate
American College of Forensic Examiners - Homeland Security Certificates
California Conference of Arson Investigators; Digital Photography
American Management Assn. Project Management Certificate
Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
A: Professional Affiliations (Past and present)
American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS International)
BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services)
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
NBFAA (National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association)
CAA (California Alarm Association)
Santa Cruz County Builders Exchange
Associate Member Fire Prevention Officers Association of Santa Cruz County
IMSA (International Municipal Signal Association)
HTCIA (High Technology Crime Investigation Assn.)
LELC (Law Enforcement Liaison Council, ASIS International)
ACFEi (American College of Forensic Examiners International)
SFPE (Society of Fire Protection Engineers)
BOMA (Building Owners & Management Association)
NBA (Nevada Bankers Association)
Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
A: Instructor CPP Review-Las Vegas ASIS- Information Security 2006 & 2007
Homeland Security Speakers Bureau
HTCIA Speakers Bureau
Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
A: No
Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
A: Alarm System forensics- Failure to report
Security Guard negligence- Best Practices
Alarm system installation negligence
Security surveys - Appropriate selection of security systems
Security company best practices; Policies and procedures
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
A: 100%
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
A: 0 %
Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
A: 6 Years
Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
A: Consulting, testing, reports, site inspections, review of design documents, project management, review of depositions & testimony.
Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
A: $150.00 (minimum may apply)
Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
A: $150.00
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
A: $250.00
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
A: $250.00
Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
A: Travel within and outside Los Angeles area, lodging and travel expenses, duplication, administration and mail expenses.
