Robert M. Denny, CHS III, is currently Branch Manager for ABM Security Services, Silicon Valley Branch. As a former Director of Global Security,Retail Loss Prevention Director,Loss Prevention Agent,Private Investigator,and Law Enforcement Officer,he is familiar with retail loss prevention practices,security guard operations,standards and techniques pertaining to detentions and arrest. Bob understands appropriate screening,hiring,training,and supervision standards. His range of experience includes wrongful death,false arrest,robbery,sexual assault,negligent supervision,excessive force.
Background
Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:A: Bachelors Degree in Business Management.
Certified in Homeland Security (CHS)
Board Certified Security Consultant (CSC)
Lifetime Teaching Certificate, CA Community Colleges (Industrial Security,Management,Police Science). Was licensed Private Investigator for over 20 years in California, working primarily in accident investigation,pre-trial preparation,and investigations for attorney clients.
Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
A: International Association of Professional Security Consultants. Association of Threat Assessment Professionals. American Society for Industrial Security.
Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
A: Taught Retail Loss Prevention, Defensive Tactics,Use of Force,Protective Services,Crime Avoidance,Ethical Conduct,Defusing Violent Behavior,Overcoming Cultural Barriers,Secure Travel,Advanced Interactive Skills,Security Strategic Planning,Detecting Shoplifing and Employee Dishonesty,Security Policy and Procedures,Interrogation Techniques,Investigative Tactics
Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
A: No
Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
A: Eight +
Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
A: Security Officer Conduct,Security Training,Excessive Force,False Arrest,Accident Investigation,Adequacy of Security Measures,Slander,Workplace violence,Assault
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
A: 30
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
A: 70
Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
A: 5+
Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
A: 1984
Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
A: None. Main focus has been as a security practitioner. Only recently re-entering the expert witness arena.
Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
A: None in the past 10 years. Cases have settled prior to testimony.
Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
A: 15+
Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
A: Consulting, Site Assessment,Conduct Evaluation,Timeline Reconstruction,Review of Statements,Expert Testimony
Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
A: No Charge for initial consultation.
$245 per hour thereafter.
Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
A: $245 per hour
5 hour minimum retainer to start review. This will be credited toward subsequent invoice.
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
A: $245 per hour (normally 4 hour minimum, portal to portal)
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
A: $245 per hour, (normally 8 hour minimum, portal to portal)
Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
A: Travel expenses, mileage (if beyond 25 miles from office), postage, copies, miscellaneous related expenses if incurred.
