Trucking Expert Witness

Evidence Solutions, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible remote work environment

Full administrative support

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading expert witness firm in the United States is seeking a Commercial Trucking Expert Witness with over 15 years of experience in the trucking industry. This remote role involves conducting investigations, preparing expert reports, and providing testimony on accidents and compliance issues. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Competitive compensation and full administrative support are provided, along with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the commercial trucking industry.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; higher education considered with related experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and detail-oriented skills.
• OSHA accident investigation training preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations and provide expert analysis.
• Prepare detailed expert reports based on regulations.
• Provide testimony and convey information to non-experts.
• Review discovery materials to assess compliance issues and apply information to the case.
• Collaborate with internal experts and case management and marketing teams when needed.

Skills

Experience in commercial trucking

Knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations

Excellent communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

CDL Class A with endorsements

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Evidence Solutions, Inc., is seeking an experienced Commercial Trucking Expert Witness to join our multidisciplinary team of experts. This role involves applying extensive trucking industry knowledge to support legal cases through investigation, analysis, and expert testimony. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FMCSA, DOT, and other federal and state regulations relevant to the trucking industry. The expert's areas of expertise must include driver standard of care issues, driver qualifications, hours of service issues, HAZMAT, and accidents involving load securement, as well as expertise in dock accidents, cargo damage, improper loading/unloading of cargo, and other factors that may have led to an accident. This opportunity is ideal for a professional who is passionate about sharing their knowledge and expertise to support the legal process. This is a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations and provide expert analysis in truck and CMV accident cases.
• Prepare clear, detailed, concise, and defensible expert reports based on applicable regulations and evidence-based analysis.
• Provide expert testimony in depositions and trials, effectively conveying complex and regulatory information to non-experts.
• Review discovery materials to assess compliance issues and apply information to the case.
• Collaborate with Evidence Solutions' experts and case management and marketing teams when needed.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the commercial trucking industry.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; applicants with an Associate's degree or High School Diploma will be considered if they have related experience.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations required.
• CDL Class A with endorsements preferred.
• OSHA accident investigation training preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and flexible, remote work environment.
• Full administrative support, including case management, report editing, billing, and collections, so you can focus on cases.
• Dedicated marketing and business development support to increase visibility, generate new case opportunities, and establish thought leadership.
• Opportunities for professional development, including coaching and training for depositions and testimony.