A design defect expert witness is a professional who provides testimony and analysis in cases involving faulty product designs. They have extensive knowledge in product engineering, safety standards, and design principles.
Design defect expert witnesses are crucial in product liability cases, personal injury lawsuits, patent disputes, and any case where the design of a product is under scrutiny.
Subspecialties can include automotive design defects, medical device defects, industrial machinery defects, consumer product defects, and more. Each requires specific industry knowledge.
These experts can analyze the product's design against industry standards and regulations to determine if it poses an unreasonable risk when used as intended or in a foreseeable manner.
Yes, part of their role may involve suggesting alternative designs that would have reduced or eliminated the risk without significantly impacting the product’s utility or cost.
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