Fred Hanscom is a Registered Professional Engineer with over 30 years of research experience in Traffic Engineering, Human Factors Engineering, and Highway Design. He has authored over 50 refereed publications and is a Member of the NCUTCD which writes the national standards for traffic control devices. His academic background includes an MS in Transportation Engineering and extensive continuing education.
Mr. Hanscom has provided litigation support in approximately 200 cases, including testimony in 25 states. He specializes in cases involving traffic control (highway signs, markings, driver perception-reaction time, highway geometric design, work zone activity, large trucks, and pedestrian accidents.
Background
Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:A: Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Professional Engineer in Virginia and California
Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
A: National Committee on Uniform Traffic Conntrol Devices; Institiute of Transportation Engineers; Transportation Research Board; Human Factors and Ergonics Society
Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
A: Research Paper Presentations in US and 5 foriegn countries
Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
A: None
Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
A: Approximately 200
Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
A: Traffic Engineering, Highway Safety, Accident Causation, Traffic Control Devices, Highway Design, Work Zones, and Human Factors
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
A: 60 percent
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
A: 40 percent
Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
A: 60 or more
Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
A: Within last month
Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
A: 40 plus
Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
A: 40 or more
Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
A: 30 plus
Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
A: Consulting, Accident Causation Analysis, Standard of Care Compliance, Site Inspections, Demonstrative Exhibit Preparation
Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
A: 195
Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
A: 195
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
A: 195
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
A: 195
Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
A: travel costs
References
Mr. Sid CampenSpecial Counsel
Maryland Attorney General
9 Federal Street
Easton, MD 21601
Phone 410-822-5240
Mr. Michael Lord
Phone: 410-222-7829
Client References in specific subject areas provided upon request.
