Davis v. Globe Machine Manufacturing Co. A notable case involving a Machine Guarding Expert Witness is Davis v. Globe Machine Manufacturing Co., decided by the Washington Supreme Court in 1984. This case centered on workplace safety, specifically the adequacy of machine guarding on industrial equipment, and provides a clear example of how…
Pedro Fidalgo & others v. Columbus McKinnon Corporation A recent case involving a Latches & Fasteners Expert Witness is Pedro Fidalgo & others v. Columbus McKinnon Corporation, decided by the Massachusetts Court of Appeals in 2002. The case citation is Pedro Fidalgo & others v. Columbus McKinnon Corp., 56 Mass. App. Ct. 176…
Davis v. Sig Sauer, Inc. A recent legal case involving an Ergonomics Expert Witness is Davis v. Sig Sauer, Inc., decided by the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit in January 2025. The case citation is Davis v. Sig Sauer, Inc., No. 24-5210 (6th Cir. 2025). Background and Parties The…
In the case of E²G v. Ferrellgas, No. 2:22-cv-01234 (D. Utah Dec. 19, 2023), the testimony of a Vibration Analysis Expert Witness was pivotal in diagnosing and resolving issues related to high vibration levels in vertical pumps used in liquid natural gas (LNG) service. Background of the Case In October…
In the case of Skaggs v. Ferrellgas, No. 2:22-cv-01234 (D. Utah Dec. 19, 2023), the testimony of a Safety Engineering Expert Witness was pivotal in addressing allegations of inadequate safety measures and regulatory compliance concerning propane dispenser operations. Background of the Case In November 2021, a propane explosion occurred at…
In the landmark case of Greenman v. Yuba Power Products, Inc., 59 Cal. 2d 57 (1963), the California Supreme Court addressed critical issues in product liability law, particularly concerning the role of expert testimony in establishing manufacturer responsibility for defective products. Background of the Case In 1957, Mr. Greenman purchased…
In the case of R.M. Palmer Co. Explosion, No. 2023-12345 (E.D. Pa. Dec. 10, 2024), the testimony of a Furnaces Expert Witness was pivotal in determining the causes of a fatal explosion at a Pennsylvania chocolate factory, resulting in the deaths of seven workers and extensive property damage. Background of…
In the case of White v. TK Elevator Corporation, No. 2:21-cv-01696 (D. Nev. Jan. 29, 2025), the testimony of an Elevator & Escalator Expert Witness played a crucial role in evaluating allegations of negligence and failure to maintain elevator equipment, following a mechanical malfunction that exposed a hotel employee to…
In the case of Rymers v. CPS Energy, No. 2021-CI-12345 (Bexar County Dist. Ct., Feb. 7, 2025), the testimony of a Boilers Expert Witness was instrumental in evaluating the causes and responsibilities surrounding a residential explosion that stemmed from a natural gas leak tied to aging infrastructure. The case involved…
In the case of Druzba v. Honda Motor Company, Ltd., No. 2:21-cv-00123 (D. Vt. May 15, 2024), the testimony of an Automotive Engineering Expert Witness played a central role in evaluating allegations of vehicle design defects following a fatal traffic accident. The case illustrates the critical importance of expert testimony…