Video Expert Witnesses

Los Angeles, California

Software Engineering, Electronics - Audio, video, digital signal processing (DSP), source code review, software forensics, embedded systems, firmware, C/C++, IoT, Linux, operating systems, open source software, computer vision, computer graphics, USB, network protocols, wireless technology, sensors, smart devices, user interfaces

Expert Witness Experience Consulting and testifying expert in software, hardware, and electronics-related litigation Casework includes patent litigation, trade secret misappropriation, breach of contract, and breach of implied warranty Deposed and testified in 2 cases within the past 4 years Over 20 years of experience in software/hardware engineering; expert witness since 2021 Skilled in source code review, computer forensic analysis, reverse engineering, and early case assessment Expert witness references available upon request Technical & Industry Expertise Hands-on development in C, C++, Java, JavaScript, PHP, Perl, and related technologies Architected software for desktop, mobile, embedded, and server platforms Developed proprietary trading systems for crypto and futures markets; experience as algorithmic trader Designed and shipped award-winning DSP- and firmware-based audio and wireless consumer electronics Deep expertise in operating systems (Linux, Windows, macOS), open-...

Sacramento, California

Video, Photography & Imaging - Visibility, Daytime Visibility, Nighttime Visibility, Visibility Study, Visibility Analysis, Human Factors, Video Analysis, Photography, Photo Analysis, Photogrammetry, Mapping, Visual, Drone, UAV, Aerial, GIS, Animation, Photomodeling, 3D, Lighting

Paul Jacobs provides animation and simulation services to aid in the understanding of complex events, as well as photography, video and technical services for controlled event reenactments, especially as related to daytime and nighttime visibility. Paul works in collaboration with counsel, accident reconstruction, human factor, and other specialized experts to fairly and accurately reconstruct incidents for fact finding, documentation and evidentiary purposes. Paul Jacobs specializes in the visualization of forensic principles and the production of effective demonstrative exhibits that assist counsel in presenting complex, factual information in an understandable way, and provides supporting testimony. Paul specializes in visibility analysis. A visibility analysis documents an event participant’s ability to visually detect a stimulus. Daytime, nighttime, and low light visibility studies use photographic, video and metric data capture of controlled tests to document scene elements i...

Los Angeles, California

Music & Entertainment, Video - Streaming, television, film, cable, cable networks, media, business plan, financial projections, theatrical, SVOD (subscription video on demand), AVOD (advertising-supported VOD), FAST (free advertiser-supported streaming television), CTV (connected TV), TV distribution, film distribution

Lauren Cole has been focused on the economics of the entertainment industry since 1987, with a particular focus and expertise on new and growing businesses and business models. After starting her career at Bain and Company and in the Strategic Planning department of Warner Bros., Ms. Cole spent many years launching cable networks around the world in Europe,Latin America, Asia, and Australia for Sony Pictures Entertainment. She also oversaw operations for Sony's international television group and reviewed and negotiated many of the company's television licensing agreement. She was COO of PacketVideo, an early mobile video streaming company where she oversaw business operations and developed strategies and business terms that enabled the company to work with dozens of content suppliers. Since 2002, Ms. Cole has managed a boutique consulting firm, Cole Media (www.colemediala.com) which focused on developing and implementing business plans, financial projections, and strategies for all...

San Francisco, California

Acoustics, Video - Audibility, Audio Technology, Patent & copyright (audio), Musicology, Acoustic measurement, Digital Authentication, Video enhancement, Forensic Musicology, Warning Signals, Audio enhancement, Rebuttal, Accident analysis: audibility, Speech Intelligibility, body worn camera videos, Audio Forensics

Expert consultant in the areas of acoustics; video and audio evidence recordings; audio patent infringement analysis; acoustic measurement; speech intelligibility and warning signal audibility; human factors and psychoacoustics; musicology and copyright infringement; voice comparison; and recorded gunshot analysis. Authentication, speech enhancement, signal identification and analysis of audio-video recordings in legal cases. Body worn camera, dash cam, security camera, cell phone analysis. Research scientist, psychoacoustics, NASA 1988-2025; Consultant; Salter Associates, 1996-current. Consultation in over 1000 audio-video and acoustic forensic cases since 1987. Expert testimony in over 100 cases in court or depositions, in U.S. Federal and State courts including the United States International Trade Commission (USITC), and courts in Canada and International arbitration panels (World Bank-ICSID).

Tustin, California

Accident Reconstruction, Video - Forensic Animation, Legal Graphics, Trial animation, Courtroom visuals, Accident reconstruction animation, Personal injury animation, Vehicle collision animation, Medical illustration, Demonstrative evidence, 3D animation for litigation, Motorcycle crash animation, Slip and fall animation, Trucking accident reconstruction

David Yarr is the Founder and Principal of Top View Animation, a forensic animation and legal graphics studio specializing in high-end 3D accident reconstruction, perception-reaction analyses, and courtroom-ready visuals. With years of experience supporting personal injury, wrongful death, and civil litigation cases, David has worked closely with many of the nation’s top law firms, including Panish Shea & Ravipudi, Olson Law Group, The Homampour Law Firm, The Vartazarian Law Firm, Davana Law Firm, Ven Johnson Law, PLC, Fletcher Farley, and others. David is highly skilled in 3D modeling, animation, motion analysis, and visual evidence presentation, using industry-leading tools such as Autodesk 3ds Max, Character creator, FARO scanners, PhotoModeler, Recap Pro, Rhino and Adobe products. His animations integrate laser scan data, EDR/EDR outputs, surveillance video, dashcam evidence, and expert reports to deliver accurate, scientifically grounded visual reconstructions that are both co...

Shelton, Connecticut

Video, Photography & Imaging - Forensic Video Analysis, Image Clarification, Security Video, Surveillance Video, Cell Phone Video, Photogrammetry, Reverse Projection, Video Production, Day in the Life Video, Drone Video & Drone Photography, Digital Media Forensics, 3D Representation & 3D Graphics, Court Demonstratives, Speed & Height Calculations

Steve Kline is a seasoned video and digital media professional with over 32 years of experience in encoding, audio/video engineering, multimedia production, 2D/3D graphics, and live-streaming technologies. This deep technical foundation naturally evolved into a specialized focus in Video and Audio Forensics. Steve began assisting law enforcement, attorneys, and private security firms in 1996, applying his video expertise to criminal cases involving armed robbery, hit-and-run incidents, and homicides. His video assistance in a 2007 assault case and forensic involvement in Connecticut’s last death penalty case in 2009 marked the beginning of an ongoing collaboration with the Connecticut State Attorney’s Office. Since then, Steve has processed digital evidence in dozens of homicide cases, supporting both investigations and prosecutions. His objective, fact-based approach has earned him respect across the aisle—he is routinely hired by defense attorneys who have seen firsthand the qua...

Sagamore Beach, Massachusetts

Video, Digital Forensics - video authentication, image authentication, deepfake, video manipulation, image manipulation, video enhancement, image enhancement, synthetic media, ai generated

Ted Economides is a Certified Forensic Video Technician (CFVT) specializing in image/video authentication. With the advancement of artificial intelligence, it is becoming easier for people to manipulate images and videos, or create deepfakes, and then present them as evidence. Ted has certifications and access to forensic software tailor built for forensic image/video analysis. He is an Amped FIVE Certified Examiner (AFCE) through Amped Software, and a Magnet Certified Authenticity Examiner (MCAE) through Magnet Forensics. He has the ability to detect if an image/video was generated with AI or manipulated after it was created. He also has the ability to determine the provenance of an image or video to ascertain if it is a camera original, or if it was altered in any way since its creation. Ted also has 13 years of law enforcement experience rising to the rank of lieutenant in a mid-size police agency in Massachusetts. Ted spent time as a detective and later supervised his departme...

Redmond, Oregon

Police Practices & Procedures, Video - Use-of-Force, Officer-Involved Shooting, Decision-making, Critical Sensemaking, Police Training, Patrol Operations, Police negotiations, Citizen-on-Citizen shootings, Self-Defense, Jail Operations, Intelligence, Internal Affairs, Police Mental Health Response, De-escalation, Incident Command, Defensive Tactics, Policy, Crowd Control

EXPERT IN USE OF FORCE & LETHAL FORCE INCIDENTS In cases involving force--lethal force, understanding decision-making is as critical as the facts themselves. Whether you are a defense attorney explaining your client’s actions or a prosecutor challenging them, you need an expert who integrates both events and decision-making processes. Dr. Black offers a unique approach, blending quantitative precision with qualitative insight into how individuals make sense of their world. RENOWNED EXPERT IN LETHAL FORCE DECISION-MAKING Dr. Black is a recognized expert with extensive experience in international, federal, and state courts on lethal force, police use of force, officer-involved shootings, and civilian self-defense. His expertise in high-stakes decision-making under pressure offers critical insights. Dr. Black blends forensic analysis with human-centered perspectives, ensuring a balanced view that benefits both defense and prosecution. ADVANCED FORENSIC VIDEO AND QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS ...

Brentwood, Tennessee

Video, Audio - video forensics, video enhancement, video analysis, forensic video, audio forensics, audio enhancement, audio analysis, forensic audio, voice forensics, voice enhancement, image forensics, image enhancement

Principle Forensics is a national media forensics laboratory. We recover, authenticate, enhance, and analyze all types of recorded evidence, including video, audio, and digital images. And we back all our work with experienced, highly trained, expert testimony. Nick Barreiro, BAC, AVFA, DIVRT, is a certified Audio Video Forensic Analyst and the founder of Principle Forensics.  He is an FBI-trained member of the Digital Imaging and Video Recovery Team.  Mr. Barreiro works with attorneys representing plaintiffs and defendants in civil or criminal matters in which audio, video, or image evidence plays a key role.  He has extensive experience on the witness stand and has enhanced and analyzed digital media from simple slip-and-fall cases and minor traffic accidents to complex investigations such as homicides and officer-involved shootings.  He has testified 100s of times in criminal cases, civil cases, arbitrations, and depositions. Mr. Barreiro holds a bachelor’s degree in Communic...

Cottage Grove, Wisconsin

Accident Reconstruction, Products Liability - motorcycle, ATV, side-by-side, UTV, OHV, snowmobile, e-bike, off-road, motocross, racetrack, bicycle, video, dashcam, videogrammetry, EDR, EDR, mobility, watercraft, RZR, scooter

Mr. Beloy has 20+ years of experience in automotive product R&D, traffic crash reconstruction, and product liability investigations. He analyzes incidents involving all types of equipment and vehicles, including off-highway vehicles, mobility products, and traffic accidents involving cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Mr. Beloy has extensive experience with powersport vehicles such as off-road motorcycles, snowmobiles, personal watercraft, ATVs, and side-by-sides. He has operated these vehicles since his youth and he is an experienced mechanic with competitive racing and dealership experience. His professional experience includes large-scale product liability evaluations associated with major recalls on motorcycles and OHVs. Mr. Beloy holds a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, professional engineering licensure, and he is a board-certified Forensic Engineer by the CESB. His independent research includes digital video analysis, off-road vehicle dynamics, and vehicle control. ...