Product Liability Expert Witness Services

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Finding what was the root cause of someone’s injuries that involved a product is one of the most common reasons for needing an expert.  Our experts are adept at accident reconstruction, analyzing data and determining whether there is a product defect.  All our engineering experts are registered Professional Engineers (PEs) and Certified Safety Professionals (CSPs).  This means that they have to have the proper experience to even take the test and then pass a rigorous test to prove their proficiency.  Our mechanical engineers can help determine whether or not the equipment involved in the incident was defective in design, manufacturing or warnings.

While forensic engineering is all some experts do, our experts have extensive industry experience and technical knowledge.  We have designed 1000’s of different pieces of equipment and continue to do so.  Between our experts we have nearly 100 U.S. patents.  Our experts will never take a case that they do not believe in.  We value being able to sit on the stand and believe every word that comes out of our mouths.  This is part of what makes our experts so successful.  If are not convinced of something, we will make that known to you even if it is not what you want to hear.  Our licensed engineers also know the specifics of litigation and what lawyers need from their expert witnesses.  We can provide valuable insights into the machine’s inner workings in an efficient and easy-to-understand manner. 

Product design is one of the trickier litigation cases to cover, and this is especially true if lives are affected by a specific product. If you’re looking to bolster your product liability case, consult our team of experts at Alpine Engineering for witness services.

Our specialists use thorough analysis, advanced technology, and unparalleled reconstruction to simplify complex matters and facts for the jury. We can also answer questions about other fields related to the subject matter and designs ranging from exercise equipment to cranes.

Some of Our Areas of Expertise

The following is a sampling of some of the areas Lawsuits that involve product design can vary in complexity depending on the product in question. We can provide reliable testimony for trials involving the following products.

Accident Investigation

Our product liability experts could provide witness consulting if an accident occurred on a project site while using any engineered product and equipment. We’ll help identify what your party did right during the incident.

Aerial Lifts

Operating an aerial lift requires skill and experience, and incidents involving this equipment can be tough to call. A mechanical engineering specialist can point out the machine’s quirks in relation to your case.

Amusement Park Rides

Amusement Park Rides

Incidents involving amusement park rides are public and technical. We have deep knowledge of the safety regulations and engineering behind ride development.

Conveyor Systems

Our experts provide a professional point of view on accidents and incidents that happen during the operation or maintenance of conveyor belt systems in commercial and industrial situations.

Cranes

Crane-related incidents can occur if they aren’t handled according to industry standards. We offer reliable testimony that will clear the air on what happened during the accident.

Exercise Equipment

Accidents surrounding exercise equipment can become troublesome as end users may not fully understand the design. Our team can provide expert insight on the equipment’s design.

Forklifts

If you are caught in a legal battle regarding improper use or maintenance of a forklift, our mechanical engineering specialists can provide a solid testimony to support your claims.

Garbage Trucks

Operating a garbage truck is more complicated than it seems. Our engineering specialists can point out problem areas in the use and maintenance of these vehicles to back up your case.

Machine Guarding

Do you want to clarify where the fault lies in your facility’s machine guarding? We have extensive knowledge of how it can be implemented appropriately and present these facts in court.

Ski Lift

Ski Lift

Alpine Engineering is a trusted partner and provider of expert witness services. The ski lift experts on our team are highly experienced in operations and maintenance, safety standards, and legal regulations related to their use.

Trailers

We are knowledgeable in designing and prototyping trailers for various uses. We can lend our expertise to different trailer types to help you build a strong argument in front of the judge and jury.

Ziplines

Ziplines can offer more than just thrills for tourists and adventure seekers. Our mechanical engineering experts can provide a technical look into zipline construction and safety.

Finding what caused the machine’s failure to perform its duty is the most common reason for getting an expert witness to aid your case. Through our product liability expert witness services, our mechanical engineers can help determine which party is at fault for the machine’s breakdown.

 

Looking for a Qualified Product Liability Expert Witness?

When you are looking for a good product liability expert witness, you want someone who can easily understand the equipment involved in your case, who can format test scenarios to better understand what happened in your case and who can present their findings clearly.

When someone gets injured by a machine or a piece of equipment, there are a number of things that need to be taken into account when evaluating the case. The variables that need to be taken into account for product liability are something that a good expert should understand. You have two options when choosing an expert for your case. You can find someone who understands these things already, or you can coach the person on the things they should be looking for.

Our Product Liability Experience

Our engineers have worked on numerous product liability involving mechanical products ranging from mixers to garbage trucks and a number of things in-between. One of these product liability cases involved a trailer manufacturer who was using cables as their secondary means of connection rather than chains. The cables were attached to the trailer in a manner that caused the cables to sever if the trailer dropped to the ground, which trailers almost always do if cables are used. This rendered the secondary connection for this trailer useless in the event of a primary trailer decoupling. One of these trailers came decoupled from the vehicle and cut through the cables which allowed the trailer to careen through the barrier and into oncoming traffic. The trailer caused multiple fatalities in this accident. Our expert was able to show that there were a number of safer alternative designs. This case settled shortly after our exert issued his report.

Why We Are the Optimal Choice for Your Product Liability Case

Our experts have been retained in hundreds of product liability cases over the years. If it becomes necessary to present our findings in court, our clients trust the education, communication and experience of our team of experts.

We utilize cutting edge technology, unparalleled reconstruction and detailed analysis to provide powerful combination that allows even complicated matters to be presented clearly so that any jury can easily understand the facts of your case.

Our experience as well as our process allows our analyses and opinions to be technically accurate, of the highest quality, scientifically supported, and clearly presented.

Our Expert Categories for Product Liability

Our experts specialize in mechanical product liability. We have in-depth experience with large mobile equipment such as cranes, trucks, trailers, forklifts, excavators and more. We have also done a significant amount of product liability work for conveyor systems, machine guarding, scaffolding and more. Several of our experts are certified safety professionals. This means they have extensive knowledge about safety standards which are important for any product liability case. This is something that sets a product liability expert witness from Alpine Engineering and Design apart from the rest. Contact one of our experts at: (801)763-8484. If you are looking for a mechanical engineering expert and would like to learn more about our company, click here.

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