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  • AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE 

EXPERT WITNESS FOR COMMERCIAL TRANSPORTATION LITIGATION

Trusted by plaintiff and defense counsel for objective analysis, defensible opinions, and composed testimony in complex transportation matters — from negligent entrustment and Graves Amendment disputes to FMCSA compliance and rideshare driver vetting.

  • AREAS OF EXPERTISE

DEEP DOMAIN KNOWLEDGE ACROSS COMMERCIAL TRANSPORTATION

Engagements span every layer of the transportation ecosystem — operations, safety, compliance, and the contractual frameworks that govern liability.

RIDESHARE & GIG ECONOMY

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Transportation Network Companies (TNC)

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Uber & Lyft Litigation

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Car Share Operations

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Driver Classification

COMMERCIAL TRUCKING

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Motor Carrier Operations

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Delivery Driver Operations

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FMCSA Compliance Review ​

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Hours-of-Service Analysis

CAR RENTAL & LIABILITY

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Rental Policies & Procedures

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Negligent Entrustment

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Vicarious Liability

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Graves Amendment Defense

DRIVER SAFETY & COMPLIANCE

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Driver Compliance & Safety Protocols

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Hiring & Vetting Procedures

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Background Checks

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Driver Retention Standards

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  • INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

ENGAGEMENTS INVOLVING INDUSTRY-DEFINING COMPANIES

Matters involving operations, policies, and procedures of leading transportation, logistics, and insurance organizations.

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  • NATIONWIDE LITIGATION SUPPORT

AVAILABLE TO COUNSEL ACROSS THE COUNTRY

Retained as a transportation expert in matters spanning 12+ state jurisdictions, with the ability to support trial schedules, depositions, and mediations nationwide.

  • 12+ STATE JURISDICTIONS

  • LAW FIRM & INSURANCE CLIENTS

  • PLAINTIFF & DEFENSE

  • TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRY FOCUS​

  • EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES

FULL SPECTRUM LITIGATION SUPPORT

From early case assessment through trial testimony — engagements scoped to the strategic needs of trial counsel.

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EXPERT WITNESS RETENTION

From initial case assessment through trial, I provide independent analysis and defensible opinions on commercial transportation matters including rideshare, trucking, and rental liability.

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STRATEGIC RESEARCH
 

I dig into Graves Amendment applications, negligent entrustment claims, vicarious liability frameworks, and gig economy driver classification disputes.

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MEDIATION SUPPORT
 

I provide real-time consultation on the strengths and weaknesses of transportation-related claims to help counsel achieve favorable settlements.

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DISCOVERY PREPARATION
 

I help counsel identify critical policy violations, driver record discrepancies, and compliance failures that strengthen your liability or defense strategy.

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OPINION PAPERS
 

My reports are detailed, cited, and written to withstand Daubert challenges — focused solely on the facts and transportation industry standards.

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ARBITRATION & TRIAL TESTIMONY

I have experience across 12+ state jurisdictions and am available nationwide for in-person or remote testimony in commercial transportation litigation.

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CONSULTATIVE REVIEW & ANALYSIS

I evaluate hiring, vetting, background check, and retention protocols against FMCSA standards and industry best practices for TNCs, car rental, and delivery fleets.

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DEPOSITION TESTIMONY
 

I remain objective and professional under oath, explaining complex driver safety protocols and liability issues in plain language that juries and judges understand.

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CONTACT FOR ENGAGEMENT
 

Available nationwide for confidential consultation. Contact us to discuss your case, request a retainer, or schedule a deposition. Initial consultations are complimentary.

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  • FEE SCHEDULE

TRANSPARENT, PROFESSIONAL RATES

Fees reflect the experience, preparation, and standard of work required for high-stakes transportation litigation. Customized engagements available upon request.

01. INITIAL CONSULTATION

Up to 30 minutes

COMPLIMENTARY
02. RETAINER FEE

Applied to future hours

$6750
03. HOURLY REVIEW RATE

Records review & analysis

$450 / hr
04. DEPOSITION RATE

4-hour minimum

$550 / hr
05. TRIAL TESTIMONY

$750 X4 hours minimum

$3000 / half day

Plus reasonable expenses

06. TRAVEL RATE
$450 / hr

  • RETENTION REQUIREMENTS

ENGAGEMENTS BEGIN WITH A CLEAR FOUNDATION

Each engagement begins with a structured intake process to confirm scope, screen for conflicts, and align on schedule. This protects the integrity of the work product and ensures readiness for deposition and trial.

➣ Signed Engagement Agreement

➣ Retainer Payment Received

➣ Case Documentation Submission

➣ Conflict Check Cleared

➣ Scheduling & Deadlines Confirmed

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PRINCIPAL EXPERT

AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE | 12+ STATE JURISDICTIONS

EXPERT WITNESS FOR COMMERCIAL TRANSPORTATION LITIGATION

Trusted by plaintiff and defense counsel for objective analysis, defensible opinions, and composed testimony in complex transportation matters — from negligent entrustment and Graves Amendment disputes to FMCSA compliance and rideshare driver vetting.

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PROFESSIONAL INQUIRY

REQUEST A CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION

Inquiries from attorneys, law firms, and insurance carriers are welcomed and treated confidentially. Initial consultations are complimentary and subject to conflict screening. Nationwide availability — engagements accepted in all 50 states.

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