Mr. Jason C Miller
Jason C. Miller is a forensic arborist and tree expert witness specializing in tree failure analysis, causation, and standard of care in arboriculture. He is retained by attorneys and insurance professionals in matters involving personal injury, property damage, wrongful death, and tree-related disputes.
Mr. Miller has more than 30 years of experience in the tree care industry, having worked across all levels from field operations to advanced consulting. This background provides practical insight into tree inspection practices, maintenance, and real-world conditions relevant to evaluating liability and risk.
He holds credentials including Registered Consulting Arborist (RCA), ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA), Certified TreeCare Safety Professional (CTSP), Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification (TPAQ), and Licensed Tree Expert (New Jersey).
Mr. Miller has been retained in numerous cases involving tree failure, risk assessment, and disputes regarding tree care practices and industry standards. His services include site inspection, failure analysis, technical reporting, and expert testimony in legal proceedings.
- Personal Injury
- Pesticides
- Tree/Arborist
- Trees Appraisal
- Wrongful Death
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: Registered Consulting Arborist (RCA)
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA)
Certified TreeCare Safety Professional (CTSP)
Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification (TPAQ)
Licensed Tree Expert (New Jersey)
FAA Private Pilot
FAA Remote Pilot (sUAS) - Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
- A: American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA)
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) - Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
- A: Author of published articles on arboriculture and expert witness practices. Contributor to consulting arborist educational materials. Provides technical education and consultation regarding tree failure, risk assessment, and standard of care.
- 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: More than 200
- Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Tree failure analysis, arboriculture, tree risk assessment, standard of care, crew safety, tree appraisals, and matters involving personal injury and wrongful death.
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
- A: 50 percent
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
- A: 50 percent
- Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
- A: 4
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: 2025
- Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
- A: six
- Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
- A: six
- Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
- A: More than ten years
- Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
- A: Independent case review, site inspection, tree failure analysis, technical reporting, expert testimony, drone documentation and mapping, and evidence documentation.
- Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
- A: Rates provided upon request. Standard hourly and testimony rates apply, with travel and related expenses billed as applicable.
Attorney references available upon request.