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…
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Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness Case Summary
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…
Furnaces Expert Witness Case Study
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…
Elevator & Escalator Expert Witness Case Study
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…
Boilers Expert Witness Case Summary
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…
Automotive Engineering Expert Witness Case Summary
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…
Disabled Access Expert Witness Case Summary
In the case of A.L. v. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts US, Inc., No. 20-12720 (11th Cir. 2022), the involvement of a Disabled Access Expert Witness was a central point of contention in a lawsuit concerning alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The case provides an important…
Electronics Expert Witness Case Summary
In the case of Multimedia Technologies PTE Ltd. v. LG Electronics Inc., No. 4:22-CV-00125 (E.D. Tex. 2024), the testimony of an Electronics Expert Witness played a central role in evaluating claims of patent infringement involving remote-control and smart television interface technologies. The case showcases how expert analysis is indispensable in…
Structural Engineering Expert Witness Case Summary
In the case of Stewart v. Gruber, the testimony of a Structural Engineering Expert Witness was central to the plaintiffs’ attempt to prove claims of professional negligence and breach of contract. However, procedural issues ultimately led to the exclusion of their expert, resulting in dismissal of the case before trial.…
Power Tools Expert Witness Case Summary
In the case of Woelfle v. Black & Decker (U.S.), Inc., No. 1:18-CV-486 (W.D.N.Y. Jul. 7, 2023), the testimony of a Power Tools Expert Witness was central to evaluating claims of product liability and negligence involving a compound miter saw that allegedly caused serious injury to the user. Background of…