An expert witness is not an advocate for one side or another, they are independent of the attorney. Unlike any other witnesses, experts can present their opinions to the court. Accident Reconstruction An accident reconstructionist is someone qualified to analyze the many different aspects of n accident and render an opinion on how and why the accident happened. The reconstructionist may also offer an opinion on how the accident may have been avoided. A reconstructionist will not, generally, determine a level of fault or guilt to one party over another.
Every accident results from the interplay of a wide variety of factors.
For example, in a traffic accident, a reconstructionist may have to assess the role of vehicle speed, time, distance, ambient lighting, seat belt use, air bags, component failure, brakes, human factors, alcohol as a factor, collision avoidance, crashworthiness and tire failures just to name a few possible factors. It is advisable to consult with an attorney if you have been involved in an accident that resulted in injuries. Agriculture Expert witnesses, providing consultation and litigation support services in the field of agriculture. Chemistry Chemistry experts offer services in many chemical-related areas, such as analyzing the chemical composition of materials and pharmaceuticals, analyzing defects and failure of materials and compounds from a chemical perspective, and determining the cause and origin of chemical fires and explosions. Emergency Response Experts in emergency, EMS, fire, police, and 911 operations.