Research Expert Witnesses

Research expert witnesses and consultants listed here may be able to form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, provide expert witness testimony at deposition and/or trial as or serve as consulting (non-testifying) experts on research. The research expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Agriculture, Automotive, Biomechanics, Dentist, Food, Mental Health, Psychology, Travel & Tourism, and Veterinarian.

Adam Goodworth, PhD, PE, ACTAR Goodworth Biomechanic & Forensic Consulting

Goleta, California
Biomechanics, Automotive - pregnancy, eye injury, fetus injury, seat belts, fall, trip, brain injury, slip, biomechanics, injury, mechanism, airbag, EDR, event data recorder, accident reconstruction, NASS, CDS, CISS, research, sports, professor, professional engineer, kinesiology
Adam Goodworth, PhD, PE, is a biomechanics specialist providing expert opinions on • Claimed Injuries and injury mechanisms • Vehicle Occupant Kinematics • Event Data Recorder (EDR) • Work and Recreation Accidents (eg, slip, trip, falls) • Seat Belt Function • Fetus injuries Dr. Goodworth is a Professional Engineer in California (# M40242), an ACTAR Accredited Traffic Accident Reconstructionist (# 2225), trained in EDR interpretation (“black box”), and active in research of restraint systems and occupant kinematics. Dr. Goodworth can perform vehicle Inspections and site investigations in California and across the US. Dr. Goodworth has been a Professor for over 13 years. Currently, a full tenured Professor at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA, Dr. Goodworth has over 50 peer-reviewed journal and conference publications. His research has been funded by the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and Department of Defense. His teaching includes Biomechanic...

Sharareh Tajbakhsh, DDS, MSD, FACP

San Jose, California
Dentist - Prosthesis, Denture, Dental Implants, Implant Overdenture, Dental Bridges, TMJ/TMD, Dental Malpractice, Oral Surgery/Extractions, Gum Disease/Periodontics, Crown problems, Dental Veneers, Poor Dental Esthetics, Fillings, Jaw Fractures, Infections & Abscess, Misalignment, Dental Professor, Research
Dr. Tajbakhsh is a board certified prosthodontist. She contributes to her field by assisting as an expert witness for the California Dental Board, teaching at the dental school, volunteering at a non profit organization providing free dental care to undeserved population and practicing in her office. Dr. Tajbakhsh is capable of providing unbiased opinion as it relates to the dental standard of care by evaluating meticulously dental treatments provided. Prosthodontics is a dental specialty recognized by the American Dental Association. It pertains to the diagnosis, treatment planning, rehabilitation, and maintenance of the oral function, comfort, appearance, and health of patients with clinical conditions associated with missing or deficient teeth and/or oral and maxillofacial tissues. Dr. Tajbakhsh has completed dental school plus three additional years of advanced training and education in an ADA-accredited prosthodontic graduate program. She is specialized in treating and handl...

Julia Skinner, PhD

Atlanta, Georgia
Food, Travel & Tourism - food history, archives, research, historian, library, librarian, culinary, founders, beverage, food, academic, food writing, editing, publishing, book history, publisher, editor, travel, hospitality, archival, fermentation, ferment, drinks, author, nonfiction, cultural history, research methodology
Dr. Julia Skinner is an expert in library and archival research and food studies. She has a PhD in Library & Information Science, is an award-winning food historian, and the founder of Root, which offers research consulting related to food and food history. She helps clients research the history of brands and public figures, trace the histories of specific ingredients and the development of food products, and conducts archival research for other cases where historical and research expertise are required. I have an extensive background in publishing and book history, and am happy to help with cases where this expertise may be useful (e.g. the publishing history of a specific book). Her work is backed by over a decade of rigorous experience and undergirded by her time spent in leadership positions in archives and libraries, giving her a deep understanding of how materials are organized, where to find them, and what questions to ask to uncover answers. She is able to provide notes...

Bart Sutherland, D.V.M.

Oxford, Mississippi
Veterinarian, Agriculture - Horses, Cattle, Livestock, Research, Dog, & Cat,
I am an accomplished veterinarian, with diverse experience that includes private practice, work with professional organizations on regulatory compliance, and collaborations with the federal government in regulatory and policy aspects involving laboratory research and veterinary issues. Testified in administrative and court proceedings, including serving as a supporting witness for the American Veterinary Medical Association Professional Liability Trust with a favorable outcome. Employed as a veterinary medical officer with the United States Department of Agriculture and contributed to the enforcement of federal laws in cases under the jurisdiction of the USDA. Specialties: Veterinary Standards of Care, Investigative Interviewing, Equine Regulatory Investigations, Expert Witness Testimony, Civil and Criminal Matters, Nationwide Program Management, Field Audits, Work with Equine Associations, Expert on the Horse Protection Act

Anthony Bean, PhD

Fort Worth, Texas
Psychology, Mental Health - Video Games, Clinical Psychology, Psychological Assessment, Forensic Psychology, Anime, Technology, Video Game Addiction, Parenting, Therapy, Research, Social Media, Methods, Geek Therapy, Security Clearance, Popular Culture
Dr. Bean has become a sought-after expert in the media, regularly contributing his insights on various psychological topics. With a dynamic and engaging presence, he has been featured on numerous platforms, including podcasts, TV shows, and radio programs. Whether discussing video game addiction, mental health, or therapeutic interventions, Dr. Bean’s media appearances are characterized by his ability to distill complex concepts into accessible and relatable insights. His articulate and personable approach makes him a trusted source for understanding psychological issues in the modern world, resonating with audiences seeking expert perspectives in an easily digestible format. He has over 10 years of experience in clinical psychology and is a well known academic author publishing an average of two to three peer reviewed articles per year while being clinically licensed across multiple states of the US. Dr. Bean’s research endeavors reflect a commitment to advancing the understandin...