Diminished Value Expert Witnesses

Gilbert, Arizona

Automotive, Financial - Automotive, Automotive Industry Standards, Auto Financing, Dealer Fraud Prevent, Auto Lending, Policy & Procedure, Compliance, Fair Lending, Improper Disclosure, New & Used Auto Transactions, Sales Finance Act, Risk Management, Diminished Value, Dealer Operations, F&I Practices, Wrongful Termination, Financial Statement, Lemon Law

Stuart Landsverk, CMD, is a nationally recognized automotive expert witness with 35+ years in dealership operations and auto finance, holding the prestigious NIADA Certified Master Dealer designation (achieved by <1% of U.S. dealers for ethical excellence and leadership). Since the 1990s, he has scaled multi-location platforms to $30M+ revenue, executed turnarounds, and maintained flawless compliance—providing impartial, data-backed testimony in federal/state cases for plaintiffs and defendants. Key expertise includes automobile industry standards of care, dealership policies/procedures, auto financing/compliance (TILA, Fair Lending, Red Flags Rule), F&I practices, diminished value appraisals, employment disputes (e.g., wrongful termination), fraud/theft prevention, and P&L/financial analysis. He demystifies complex issues with clear, jury-friendly explanations, supported by real-world C-suite experience from salesperson to CEO/Dealer Principal. Recent successes: Employee liabil...

Beverly Hills , California

Automotive, Appraisal & Valuation - diminished value, total loss settlement, car, auto, car dealership, automotive, car disputes, car appraiser, car expert

Master Appraiser member in good standing of the International Automobile Appraisers Association member # 1006160097 since 1997. The International Automotive Appraisers Association (I-A-A-A) was established in 1994 by a group of automotive appraisers that saw a need for unification and recognition of fellow automotive appraisers. Certified in Uniform Standards of Automotive Appraisal Procedures 2026. Certified in Diminished Value Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 11, Part 12 Certified in Loss of Use 1 and LOU 2. Total Loss Part 8, Part 9, Part 11, Part 12. Undergone continuing education in 2026. 2025 Sunchaser Studios panel beating and metal finishing course. 2026 Petersen Auto Museum Detailing Workshop. Petersen Auto Museum Checkered Flag Member CF200. Licensed Department of Motor Vehicles VIN verifier for California. Licensed Wholesale dealer California. in 1993 Founded a fully independent appraisal service for appraising motor vehicles for p...

California

Automotive, Financial - Automotive, Automotive Industry Standards, Auto Financing, Dealer Fraud Prevent, Auto Lending, Policy & Procedure, Compliance, Fair Lending, Improper Disclosure, New & Used Auto Transactions, Sales Finance Act, Risk Management, Diminished Value, Dealer Operations, F&I Practices, Wrongful Termination, Financial Statement, Lemon Law

Stuart Landsverk, CMD, is a nationally recognized automotive expert witness with 35+ years in dealership operations and auto finance, holding the prestigious NIADA Certified Master Dealer designation (achieved by <1% of U.S. dealers for ethical excellence and leadership). Since the 1990s, he has scaled multi-location platforms to $30M+ revenue, executed turnarounds, and maintained flawless compliance—providing impartial, data-backed testimony in federal/state cases for plaintiffs and defendants. Key expertise includes automobile industry standards of care, dealership policies/procedures, auto financing/compliance (TILA, Fair Lending, Red Flags Rule), F&I practices, diminished value appraisals, employment disputes (e.g., wrongful termination), fraud/theft prevention, and P&L/financial analysis. He demystifies complex issues with clear, jury-friendly explanations, supported by real-world C-suite experience from salesperson to CEO/Dealer Principal. Recent successes: Employee liabil...

Carlyle, Illinois

Automotive, Trucking - Lemon Law, Vehicle Defects, Mechanical Failure, Failure Analysis, Dealer Fraud, Warranty Claims, Diminished Value, Vehicle Inspection, Repair Negligence, Service Negligence, Commercial Trucks, Truck Defects, RV Defects, Motorhome Defects, Auto Appraisal, Vehicle Valuation, Cause of Loss, Vehicle Fraud, Used Car Sales, Auto Warranty

Steven S. Paul is a vehicle expert witness with more than 30 years of hands-on experience in automotive, RV, and commercial truck diagnostics, inspections, appraisal, and failure analysis. He is the owner of TDT Vehicle Inspection Appraisal Services and has built his practice around providing clear, objective, and well-supported opinions for attorneys, insurers, businesses, and private parties involved in vehicle-related disputes. Mr. Paul is ASE Master Certified in both Automobile and Medium/Heavy-Duty Truck disciplines and is also NRVIA Level II certified. He is a Certified Vehicle Appraiser and performs USPAP-compliant appraisal assignments. His background includes extensive work involving passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, luxury and exotic vehicles, heavy equipment, and other specialty vehicles. Since 2005, Mr. Paul has inspected more than 5,000 vehicles and has prepared more than 1,000 expert witness reports. His work includes m...

Libertyville, Illinois

Automotive, Mechanical Engineering - Appraisal valuation, Leasing, Vehicle appraisal, Commercial Vehicles, Vehicle inspection, Motorcycle valuation, motorhome valuation, Diminished value, Off Lease Value, Estate valuation, Bonded title, Surety, Bankruptcy, Race Cars, Custom cars, Divorce Settlement, Vintage Cars, Mechhanical inspections, litigation support, Testimony

With over 28 years of dedicated experience in the automotive industry, we proudly offer comprehensive vehicle appraisal services tailored to meet the needs of passionate car enthusiasts. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the precision and reliability of our valuations, ensuring that each appraisal accurately represents the true market value of your vehicle.Our expertise is built on a foundation of continuous education and in-depth research. We actively participate in national auctions, attend prominent auto shows, and maintain memberships with leading industry associations. These engagements keep us intimately connected to the dynamic and ever-evolving automotive marketplace, allowing us to deliver appraisals that are both current and authoritative.Every appraisal we produce strictly adheres to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), as established by the Appraisal Foundation in Washington, D.C. This compliance guarantees that our work meets the ...

Indiana

Automotive, Trucking - Lemon Law, Vehicle Defects, Mechanical Failure, Failure Analysis, Dealer Fraud, Warranty Claims, Diminished Value, Vehicle Inspection, Repair Negligence, Service Negligence, Commercial Trucks, Truck Defects, RV Defects, Motorhome Defects, Auto Appraisal, Vehicle Valuation, Cause of Loss, Vehicle Fraud, Used Car Sales, Auto Warranty

Steven S. Paul is a vehicle expert witness with more than 30 years of hands-on experience in automotive, RV, and commercial truck diagnostics, inspections, appraisal, and failure analysis. He is the owner of TDT Vehicle Inspection Appraisal Services and has built his practice around providing clear, objective, and well-supported opinions for attorneys, insurers, businesses, and private parties involved in vehicle-related disputes. Mr. Paul is ASE Master Certified in both Automobile and Medium/Heavy-Duty Truck disciplines and is also NRVIA Level II certified. He is a Certified Vehicle Appraiser and performs USPAP-compliant appraisal assignments. His background includes extensive work involving passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, luxury and exotic vehicles, heavy equipment, and other specialty vehicles. Since 2005, Mr. Paul has inspected more than 5,000 vehicles and has prepared more than 1,000 expert witness reports. His work includes m...

Kentucky

Automotive, Trucking - Lemon Law, Vehicle Defects, Mechanical Failure, Failure Analysis, Dealer Fraud, Warranty Claims, Diminished Value, Vehicle Inspection, Repair Negligence, Service Negligence, Commercial Trucks, Truck Defects, RV Defects, Motorhome Defects, Auto Appraisal, Vehicle Valuation, Cause of Loss, Vehicle Fraud, Used Car Sales, Auto Warranty

Steven S. Paul is a vehicle expert witness with more than 30 years of hands-on experience in automotive, RV, and commercial truck diagnostics, inspections, appraisal, and failure analysis. He is the owner of TDT Vehicle Inspection Appraisal Services and has built his practice around providing clear, objective, and well-supported opinions for attorneys, insurers, businesses, and private parties involved in vehicle-related disputes. Mr. Paul is ASE Master Certified in both Automobile and Medium/Heavy-Duty Truck disciplines and is also NRVIA Level II certified. He is a Certified Vehicle Appraiser and performs USPAP-compliant appraisal assignments. His background includes extensive work involving passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, luxury and exotic vehicles, heavy equipment, and other specialty vehicles. Since 2005, Mr. Paul has inspected more than 5,000 vehicles and has prepared more than 1,000 expert witness reports. His work includes m...

Missouri

Automotive, Trucking - Lemon Law, Vehicle Defects, Mechanical Failure, Failure Analysis, Dealer Fraud, Warranty Claims, Diminished Value, Vehicle Inspection, Repair Negligence, Service Negligence, Commercial Trucks, Truck Defects, RV Defects, Motorhome Defects, Auto Appraisal, Vehicle Valuation, Cause of Loss, Vehicle Fraud, Used Car Sales, Auto Warranty

Steven S. Paul is a vehicle expert witness with more than 30 years of hands-on experience in automotive, RV, and commercial truck diagnostics, inspections, appraisal, and failure analysis. He is the owner of TDT Vehicle Inspection Appraisal Services and has built his practice around providing clear, objective, and well-supported opinions for attorneys, insurers, businesses, and private parties involved in vehicle-related disputes. Mr. Paul is ASE Master Certified in both Automobile and Medium/Heavy-Duty Truck disciplines and is also NRVIA Level II certified. He is a Certified Vehicle Appraiser and performs USPAP-compliant appraisal assignments. His background includes extensive work involving passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, luxury and exotic vehicles, heavy equipment, and other specialty vehicles. Since 2005, Mr. Paul has inspected more than 5,000 vehicles and has prepared more than 1,000 expert witness reports. His work includes m...

Tennessee

Automotive, Trucking - Lemon Law, Vehicle Defects, Mechanical Failure, Failure Analysis, Dealer Fraud, Warranty Claims, Diminished Value, Vehicle Inspection, Repair Negligence, Service Negligence, Commercial Trucks, Truck Defects, RV Defects, Motorhome Defects, Auto Appraisal, Vehicle Valuation, Cause of Loss, Vehicle Fraud, Used Car Sales, Auto Warranty

Steven S. Paul is a vehicle expert witness with more than 30 years of hands-on experience in automotive, RV, and commercial truck diagnostics, inspections, appraisal, and failure analysis. He is the owner of TDT Vehicle Inspection Appraisal Services and has built his practice around providing clear, objective, and well-supported opinions for attorneys, insurers, businesses, and private parties involved in vehicle-related disputes. Mr. Paul is ASE Master Certified in both Automobile and Medium/Heavy-Duty Truck disciplines and is also NRVIA Level II certified. He is a Certified Vehicle Appraiser and performs USPAP-compliant appraisal assignments. His background includes extensive work involving passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, luxury and exotic vehicles, heavy equipment, and other specialty vehicles. Since 2005, Mr. Paul has inspected more than 5,000 vehicles and has prepared more than 1,000 expert witness reports. His work includes m...

Seattle, Washington

Transportation, Automotive - Automotive, Truck, RV, Motorhome, Mechanic, Electrical, Engine, Chassis, Boat, Marine, Diminished value, Loss of use, Inspection, Transmission, Trailer, Mechanical, Water damage, Vessel, Industry Standard, Best Business Practice

Erik has over 30-years of troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining cars, light trucks, marine craft and all types of recreational vehicles. His broad education and hands-on experience make him an outstanding expert with the ability to provide reasonable, fact based and pertinent opinions. As a mechanic Erik has repaired or serviced every component and system on cars, light trucks, RVs, and boats; Erik has a thorough knowledge of how and why this equipment works. The combination of automotive and construction experience make Erik uniquely qualified for motorhome and trailer cases. Recent case subject matters include RV flood damage, high performance engine failure, repair shop negligence, RV recall, mechanical repair on a comercial fishing boat, traffic accident caused by mechanical failure, and a car fire. These have been in state and federal court in various states. Erik has provided document review, research, inspections, reports and testimony to plaintiff and defense at...

Seattle, Washington

Automotive, Motorcycle - Pre/Post Purchase Inspections, Vehicle Misrepresentation, Insurance Valuation Rebuttle, Diminished Value, Total Loss, Loss Of Use, Complex Appraisal Solutions, Automobile/Dealership/Auction Industry Standards & Practices, Innovative Valuation Software, Pre/Post Accident Valuations, Sales Practices, Event Data Record EDR

Automotive Consulting Group Inc. offers premium automotive pre purchase inspection services and throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California and Arizona. We specialize in comprehensive professional appraisals and inspections of all types of vehicles, including late model Cars, RV's, Recreational Vehicles, Personal Watercraft, Boat's, Classic and Collector Automobiles, Exotic & Luxury High End Vehicles, Muscle Car, Street Rod, Motorcycle, UTV, ATV, Golf Cart, Side by Side, Semi & Commercial Vehicles, Apprasial & Vehicle Valuation, Lifted and Lowered Trucks. Specializing in dealer standards and practices including Lemon Law, Appraisal Clause, SIU research, transportation practices, Canadian, importing and auto auction procedures in both the USA and Canada. ACG also specializes in complex dealership consignment fraud issues including duplicate title, unpaid leinholder/consumer issues as well as asset verification, Merchantability Law, Vehicle Identification numbers or VIN #'s and d...

Wisconsin

Automotive, Trucking - Lemon Law, Vehicle Defects, Mechanical Failure, Failure Analysis, Dealer Fraud, Warranty Claims, Diminished Value, Vehicle Inspection, Repair Negligence, Service Negligence, Commercial Trucks, Truck Defects, RV Defects, Motorhome Defects, Auto Appraisal, Vehicle Valuation, Cause of Loss, Vehicle Fraud, Used Car Sales, Auto Warranty

Steven S. Paul is a vehicle expert witness with more than 30 years of hands-on experience in automotive, RV, and commercial truck diagnostics, inspections, appraisal, and failure analysis. He is the owner of TDT Vehicle Inspection Appraisal Services and has built his practice around providing clear, objective, and well-supported opinions for attorneys, insurers, businesses, and private parties involved in vehicle-related disputes. Mr. Paul is ASE Master Certified in both Automobile and Medium/Heavy-Duty Truck disciplines and is also NRVIA Level II certified. He is a Certified Vehicle Appraiser and performs USPAP-compliant appraisal assignments. His background includes extensive work involving passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, luxury and exotic vehicles, heavy equipment, and other specialty vehicles. Since 2005, Mr. Paul has inspected more than 5,000 vehicles and has prepared more than 1,000 expert witness reports. His work includes m...