Trucks and tractor-trailer accident investigation

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

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Commercial Vehicle Expert – formally trained by SEAK in expert witness practice – with over a decade of firsthand tractor-trailer driving experience and nearly 1.3 million accident-free miles driven. Since 2018, I have served as technical advisor to drivers, fleet managers, and other professionals in navigating regulatory compliance, performing safety inspections, and conducting thorough investigations into commercial vehicle accidents. My experience includes investigations of tractor/trailer coupling failures and accidents related to winter driving hazards. Currently operating commercial vehicles and maintaining an active presence on the road ensures my expertise remains relevant with the evolving road infrastructure, vehicle technologies, and transportation industry. Core areas of expertise include: • Standard of care for commercial vehicle operation. • Vehicle safety inspection. • Load securement. • Flatbed, dry-bulk, tanker, dump trailer, dry van, and temperature-controlled operations. • Hazardous material handling and transportation. • Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. Professional license: Unrestricted Virginia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with T (double & triple), X (tanker & hazardous materials) endorsements. Professional certificates: 28 Training Certificates related to DOT and FMCSA regulations, hazardous materials handling and transportation, vehicle inspection and safe vehicle operation. Formal Education: Diploma in Informatics & Statistics: “Abacus” program, Italian State Industrial Technical Institute.