A Licensed Professional Engineer in 21 states and former licensed electrician, Tom Burtness specializes in electrical and lighting engineering for cases involving death and personal injury, industrial equipment failure, vehicular accidents, fire origin/cause,...
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We have immersed ourselves in different facets of the industry including indoor and outdoor lighting, safety and security, human factors in lighting, and lighting standards. We have authored over six IES standard documents, in addition to two seminars....
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Mr. Levine is a Professional Engineer in NY and NJ in private consulting practice since 1983. He has worked in the field of Traffic, Highway and Civil Engineering since 1970. He has a BSCE from Michigan State University and a MSTE from Rensselaer Polytechnic...
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Dr. Purswell has been qualified as an expert in Human Factors, Ergonomics, and Industrial Safety (including OSHA issues) and Product Safety. He has testified in numerous cases with respect to the adequacy of product warnings and instructions. Example...
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Dr. Tyson is a Registered Professional Engineer , Licensed Mechanicl Engineer and Licensed Engineering Contractor in California He has more than thirty three years full time experience in Accident Reconstruction, 3D laser scanning, accident analysis...
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Ron Schaible, CIH, CSP, P.E. is Certified in the Comprehensive Practice of Industrial Hygiene (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), a Registered Professional Engineer #36714-Safety (Massachusetts),...
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Raymond L. Lee, Ph.D.
Object Visibility, Lighting, Meteorology
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Thomas Lodge is a versatile and accomplished registered Architect with 30 years of broad professional experience in design, construction detailing, and construction administration for a multitude of project...
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Christopher C. Fogarty
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Architecture, Construction and Premises Safety Expert
Sylvia Deye, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP is a registered architect with over two decades of experience in design, construction, and project management for...
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Architecture, Construction & Premises Safety Expert
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Daryl L. Ebersole, PE, is a licensed Professional Engineer in more than 10 states. He has also testified at trial in approximately 10 states. He is a proven investigator of electrical causes of fires,...
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Architecture, Construction & Premises Safety Expert
Mark Sullivan is a registered architect and construction administration professional with over 25 years of experience. His career as an architect...
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*Available Nationwide* Electrical Engineer specializing in electrical equipment failures, fires and explosions, electrocution and electric shock accidents, solar system failures, and more.
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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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Peggy Liu is a Registered Architect with 20 years of professional experience in architectural design, construction, and project management. Peggy joined Robson Forensic after spending a decade working...
Lighting & Illumination FAQs
What is a lighting & illumination expert witness?
A lighting & illumination expert witness is a professional who evaluates and opines on lighting design, electrical systems, and their relationship with human behavior, visibility, and safety.
What is the role of a lighting & illumination expert witness?
The role of a lighting & illumination expert witness is to provide expertise on the design, installation, and maintenance of lighting systems, as well as their impact on safety and visibility.
How much can a person make as a lighting & illumination expert witness?
Lighting & illumination expert witnesses usually earn in a range from $150-$400 per hour, and sometime more, depending on whether it is for testimony or investigation.
What are the qualifications of a lighting & illumination expert witness?
The qualifications necessary to be a lighting & illumination expert witness in legal proceedings include knowledge of lighting design, photometry, and glare analysis, as well as exceptional communication and research skills.
What type of evidence is reviewed in a lawsuit by a lighting & illumination expert witness?
A lighting and illumination expert witness reviews evidence such as lighting design plans, maintenance records, accident reports, and industry standards to determine if proper lighting was provided and if negligence occurred.
What type of cases involve the testimony of a lighting & illumination expert witness?
Cases involving accidents, personal injury, property damage, and wrongful death that require analysis of lighting conditions, design, and maintenance may require the testimony of a lighting and illumination expert witness.