Mr. Stephen B Moore
Southeast Consulting & Analysis, LLC
P.O. Box 519
Armuchee, GA 30105
Armuchee, GA 30105
Mobile: 762-231-8279
Office: 706-266-7195
Office: 706-266-7195
Introduction
Expert in FMCSA and hazardous materials regulations with over 20 years of enforcement and investigative experience. Former Georgia DPS Lieutenant and FMCSA National Training Center instructor. Provides defensible, regulation-based opinions grounded in real-world application—not theoretical interpretation. Retained by attorneys in matters involving trucking accidents, compliance failures, and regulatory causation. Experience includes expert reports, deposition, and sworn testimony. Supports both plaintiff and defense counsel with clear, concise analysis that can be effectively communicated to judges and juries.
Areas of Expertise
- Accident Investigation
- Bus & Truck Safety/Accident
- Driver Behavior
- Fatigue
- Hazardous Materials
- Safety
- Traffic/Highway Safety
- Transportation Safety
- Trucking
Expert Background
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: Bachelor of Science, Political Science, Summa Cum Laude — Columbus State University
Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies, Summa Cum Laude — Columbus State University
Juris Doctor Candidate (Part-Time Program) — Georgia State University College of Law (Expected)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA):
- Compliance Review (Investigative Safety Analysis)
- CSA Investigation
- Enhanced Investigative Techniques
- General Hazardous Materials, Cargo Tank & Bulk Packaging
- General Hazardous Materials Inspection
- North American Standard Level I Inspection
- Motor Coach Inspection
- Cargo Tank Inspection
- New Entrant Safety Auditor
- Security Contact Review
- National Training Center Instructor Development
Radiological & Emergency Response Certifications:
- Preventative Radiological Nuclear Detection (NNSA CTOS)
- Modular Emergency Radiological Response Transportation Training (MERRTT) – Technician Level
- FEMA Center for Domestic Preparedness – Radiological Concepts & Tactics Integration
- New Mexico Tech EMRTC – Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings (Instructor)
- Level VI Enhanced Radiological Inspection Certification
Licenses & Additional Credentials:
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (UAS)
- Georgia Property & Casualty Insurance Agent License
- Georgia Property & Casualty Insurance Adjuster License - Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
- A: Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) – National Training Center (Instructor Program)
Pi Sigma Alpha — National Political Science Honor Society
Phi Alpha Delta — Law Fraternity
Phi Kappa Phi — Honor Society - Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
- A: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration – National Training Center Associate Staff Instructor
• Delivered national level instruction in North American Standard Inspection Part A and B, Hazardous Materials, Cargo Tank,
Compliance Investigations, and Enhanced Investigative Techniques.
• Contributed to development and refinement of national compliance and investigative curricula.
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Level VI Enhanced Radiological Inspection Instructor
• Conducted Level VI Enhanced Radiological Inspection recertification training
Georgia Department of Public Safety / POST Council Certified Instructor
• Designed and delivered instruction in CMV safety, case-law updates, hazardous materials, and enforcement tactics.
• PRND program development in coordination with DOE and state partners - 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: 8
- Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) compliance
Hazardous materials transportation (49 CFR Parts 107–180)
Commercial motor vehicle safety and regulatory enforcement
Compliance investigations and safety audits
Regulatory interpretation and application in enforcement contexts - Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
- A: 2
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: Sept 2025
- Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
- A: I have worked for approx. 4 years directly with the legal industry. Prior to that, I worked for the last 6 years of my career directly with legal counsel and state leadership in regulatory enforcement matters, including drafting legislation, developing regulatory frameworks, and supporting legal interpretation and application of federal and state transportation laws.
- Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
- A: Case review and regulatory analysis (FMCSRs and hazardous materials regulations)
Identification of compliance violations and contributing factors
Expert reports and written opinions
Deposition and trial support
Litigation consulting and case strategy support
Internal investigations and compliance audits
Safety program and policy evaluation - Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
- A: $275
- Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
- A: $275
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
- A: $350
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
- A: $350
- Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
- A: Travel billed at 50% of hourly rate portal-to-portal
Reasonable travel expenses (airfare, lodging, meals) reimbursed at cost
Minimum billing increments may apply for deposition and trial testimony
Expedited review or reporting available upon request
References
Available Upon Request