PJ occupied a variety of engineering positions with DaimlerChrysler and General Motors for nearly a decade. His expertise covers a diverse body of work, from engines and transmissions to electronic stability control, brakes, exhaust systems and vehicle...
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Pamela (Pam) Oakes is an automotive expert witness and the principal of DrivenEvidence in Tampa Bay, Florida. She has more than 35 years of hands-on experience and is an ASE Master Automotive Technician (A1–A8) with ASE Advanced Level L4 (Advanced Driver...
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Jack Cohen has been involved in the car business with 30 years experience, wholesaling and retailing, running several dealerships and franchises. Currently holds a dealer license.
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Dr. Lewis R. Linet, Jr., an Automotive Industry Veteran since 1978, provides Nationwide Expert Witness, Consultation and Case Strategy Services in Municipal, State and Federal Litigation involving Automobile Industry Standards & Practices specializing...
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Mr. Vozza is a Mechanical Engineer who investigates a variety of forensic engineering cases. Since starting his career as a forensic engineer in 2016, he has worked on hundreds of accident reconstruction...
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Stanley Jaworski, P.E., C.F.E.I., C.V.F.I.
Mechanical Engineer & Building Systems Expert
Stanley Jaworski is a mechanical engineer with a diverse range of professional and vocational experience. As...
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Mitchell A. Chermak, E.I., BSME, is a Mechanical Engineer specializing in accident reconstruction and forensic engineering research and analysis. He has worked on hundreds of accident reconstruction cases...
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Tyler White, P.E., is a Mechanical Engineer who investigates cases involving a variety of forensic engineering issues. He has worked on more than 600 accident reconstructions, with cases including automobiles,...
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For over 30 years, ForensisGroup has provided the nation’s top law firms, businesses, insurance companies, government entities with highly qualified expert witnesses and consultants. Experts referred by...
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Jodie E. Immell, BSME, ACTAR, has over 25 years of experience in accident reconstruction and has investigated thousands of cases. Her expertise includes in-depth analysis of a wide variety of collision...
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Automotive Engineer & Crash Expert
David Suazo Wildt is a mechanical engineer with nearly a decade of professional experience performing vehicle crash testing and component failure analysis. As an expert...
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Tire Design, Manufacturing, and Failure Expert
Richard Sherman is an automotive engineer who specializes in tire design and failure analysis. He applies his expertise nationally to forensic casework...
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Steven Malek is an expert in vehicle engineering and heavy vehicle towing & recovery, including expertise in heavy truck repair. In the automotive industry, he performed root-cause analysis and resolution...
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Douglas J. Rowland, PE
Crash Reconstruction, Vehicle Engineering, Heavy Truck/Tractor Trailer
Doug spent more than 20 years working with all types of vehicles: automobiles, heavy trucks and buses,...
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Steven is experienced in Reconstructing Crashes and Vehicle Engineering Defects related to:
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• Pedestrian, Bicycle, UTVs, and Heavy Truck Collisions
• Unintended...
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Brooks is a Trucking and Warehousing expert, experienced in accident and injury investigations. He has worked in the Transportation Industry since 1983. In 1994, after 13 years as a professional truck...
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Who is The Kilpatrick Group, PA?
Our mission is to provide to you forensic mechanical design engineering services. We are dedicated to the application of the art, science and methodology of forensic...
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Transportation Safety Expert James Lewis has been an expert witness in the trucking & transportation industry for over two decades. He specializes in FMCSA and DOT compliance and training, towing and recovery...
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Ellen Szubski, Ph.D., is the senior human factors consultant at The Warren Group. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Human Factors Psychology and a Master of Science in Applied...
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Aleta Dyling is an Automotive Engineer and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) expert with 20+ years of experience working for automotive manufacturers both at the OEM and Tier 1 supplier levels....
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Daniel Joiner is an Accident Reconstruction Expert specializing in motor vehicle collision investigation and reconstruction. His work addresses a central question in motor vehicle litigation: how did a...
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Christopher Roche is an automotive engineer with nearly 30 years of professional experience working for major vehicle manufacturers, specializing in the design of vehicle structures to protect occupants...
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Chase Nalls is an automotive engineer and crash expert specializing in the design and performance of airbag and restraint systems. He earned both his Master and Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical...
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Erik Anderson
Automotive Engineer & Crash Expert
Erik Anderson is an automotive engineer with nearly 20 years of professional experience. He spent 14 of those years working directly for automotive...
Automotive FAQs
What is an automotive expert witness?
An automotive expert witness is someone who can provide testimony about the aspects of cars and car crashes. They may also be able to testify about auto industry standards and automotive components.
What is the role of an automotive expert witness?
An automotive expert witness is a person who is qualified to give testimony about the safety, operation, or value of a motor vehicle.
How much can a person make as an automotive expert witness?
Automotive expert witnesses may charge anywhere from $150 to $400 or more per hour, depending on such factors as their level of expertise, knowledge, location, and availability. The exact fee is negotiated between the expert and the attorney involved in the case.
What are the qualifications of an automotive expert witness?
An automotive expert witness should have a deep understanding of the automotive industry, including its technologies, standards, and best practices, along with strong communication and report writing skills, to clearly present their expert opinions in court.
In a lawsuit, how is evidence gathered by an automotive expert witness?
An automotive expert witness gathers evidence through a variety of methods, including examining the vehicle, reviewing maintenance records, conducting tests, and analyzing data to provide an expert opinion in a lawsuit.
What type of cases might require opinions from an automotive expert witness?
Automotive expert witnesses may be needed in cases involving accidents, product liability, mechanical failures, and insurance claims. They can provide insight into industry standards, vehicle design, and safety regulations.