Sports & Recreation Expert Witnesses

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Expert witnesses in Sports & Recreation practice in a variety of fields, including sports medicine, athletic training, sports psychology, recreation management, and physical education. Some of the most common specialties among these expert witnesses also include sports law, sports safety, recreational facility management, outdoor recreation, and sports equipment design. They have provided opinions on the effects of traumatic injuries in sports, risk management in recreational facilities, the psychological impact of competitive sports, legal issues in professional sports contracts, and safety standards for sports equipment.

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Biomechanics Expert WitnessView profile

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Biomechanics Expert Witness

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California

This biomechanics expert specializes in human performance, injury prevention and rehabilitation, and exercise and fitness. He earned his BA in history and his MS in kinesiology from California State University at Fullerton before earning his PhD in kinesiology, recreation, and sports studies with a biomechanics specialization from the University of Tennessee. He holds several certifications,...

Motorcycle Racing & Marketing Expert WitnessView profile

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Motorcycle Racing & Marketing Expert Witness

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Pennsylvania

This avid motorcyclist works in the professional motorcycle racing industry, and has access to motorcycles similar or identical to that described in this case. He was also a track coach for 6 years during his tenure at Pro-Motion and Sportbike Track Time.

Forensic Engineering Expert WitnessView profile

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Forensic Engineering Expert Witness

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North Carolina

This expert has over 35 years of experience of experience, specializing in bicycle accident investigation. He is on the ASTM Committee for bicycle standards. Previously President of the National Academy of Forensic Engineers, he is a Fellow of both the American Society of Civil Engineers and the National Academy of Forensic Engineers. He is a Registered Professional Engineer for ten states and...

Health and Physical Education Expert WitnessView profile

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Health and Physical Education Expert Witness

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Ohio

This well seasoned professor of higher education has over 30 years of experience in physical education and recreational sports. Throughout his career he has been a member of several professional societies including the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA), the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA), the National Association of Student Personnel...

Fitness Products Expert WitnessView profile

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Fitness Products Expert Witness

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California

This expert works as the vice president of engineering for a large fitness corporation. He has worked in the industry for over over thirty years, is familiar with industry trends, and is familiar with the history of numerous fitness products. He holds multiple patents for highly used fitness equipment and has published multiple articles on product safety/warning labels. He is chairman of the...

Gymnastics Expert WitnessView profile

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Gymnastics Expert Witness

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Pennsylvania

This expert has coached gymnastics from beginner level through international level since 1969.

Physiatry Expert WitnessView profile

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Physiatry Expert Witness

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New York

This highly qualified expert is double board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. He earned his M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, did his residency in Rehabilitation Medicine, and completed his Fellowship in Sports & Spine Rehabilitation. He is currently a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and has been an invited...

Sports & Recreation Expert WitnessView profile

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Sports & Recreation Expert Witness

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New York

This expert currently serves as Professor / Chair of Health & Physical Education at a SUNY institution. Prior to this role he was the Fitness & Aquatics Director and Head Men's Lacrosse at SUNY. This expert is a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) by the National Recreation and Park Association. He is a voting and attending member of the Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities...

Extreme Sports Expert WitnessView profile

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Extreme Sports Expert Witness

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Texas

This expert has several awards such as the USPA Gold, Diamond, and Double Diamond parachutist / skydiver badges, qualifying him as an expert in these two fields of extreme sports. He is highly knowledgeable of the safety regulations of each sport, as he serves as safety adviser and examiner for several committees. He also has several publications and held seminars on skydiving & flying safety...

Action Sports Expert WitnessView profile

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Action Sports Expert Witness

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California

This expert has been in the action sports industry for 30 years. A former National Sales Manager with Local Motion Inc., he has been operating his own action sports consulting firm for more than a decade. He consults on brand marketing, new product analysis, and market and trend research for specialty retailers, action sports brands, and sportswear manufacturers around the world. He also serves...

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Weightlifting Safety Expert WitnessView profile

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Weightlifting Safety Expert Witness

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California

This fitness celebrity has been participating in strongman competitions since 2003 and has been a powerlifter since 2006. In 2013, he was the first American to compete in the MAS Wrestling World Cup in Russia and served as the Head Coach of Team USA in the 2014 World Championships in Siberia. A gym owner in Northern California, he has promoted and hosted many weightlifting competitions. He's also...

Weightlifting Safety Expert WitnessView profile

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Weightlifting Safety Expert Witness

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Georgia

This expert is the only American weightlifting coach to have athletes medal at the Junior Worlds, Senior Worlds, Master Worlds, Pan-Am Championships, Pan-Am Games, and the Olympics. His instruction has produced 43 Senior National Champions, 82 Junior National Champions, 41 Youth National Champions, 31 Junior World Team Members, 9 Senior World Team members, 4 Youth World Team members and 3...

Winter Sports and Biomechanics Expert WitnessView profile

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Winter Sports and Biomechanics Expert Witness

This expert has been involved in winter sports and biomechanics since 1972. He has published 10 academic papers relating to jumps in skiing. He has been a guest professor at the University of Calgery's Human Performance Lab, which is the only one of its kind in Canada. He is currently full-time professor at a university in Austria in the Department of Sport Science.

Motocross Events Expert WitnessView profile

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Motocross Events Expert Witness

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Florida

This expert has been involved with Motocross for over 35 years and has organized hundreds of races. He began working in sales for Yamaha in Grenoble, France. After moving to the US, he started Desert Only Travel which was the first major motorcycle touring and special event production company. He created and produced numerous motocross races over the years, including Endurocross which was...

Fitness and Health Clubs Expert WitnessView profile

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Fitness and Health Clubs Expert Witness

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Texas

This expert is the founder and president of a management consulting and turnaround firm specializing in new gym start up, fitness club sales and gym troubleshooting for the fitness and health club industry. With over 25 years of experience owning, operating and managing clubs of all sizes, he lectures and delivers seminars and workshops across the country on the practical skills required to...

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Youth Athletic Organizations Expert WitnessView profile

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Youth Athletic Organizations Expert Witness

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South Carolina

This expert has extensive experience with youth recreation, safety, and sports programs in the United States. He earned his Ph.D. in Parks, Recreation and Tourism at the University of Utah following an M.S. in Sports Medicine & Movement Studies and Disabilities at Oregon State University and a Bachelor's of Physical Education in Athletic Training & Special Education from Brock University. The...

Biomechanics and Sport Physiology Expert WitnessView profile

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Biomechanics and Sport Physiology Expert Witness

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Utah

This expert is a sport scientist, trained in exercise physiology and bio-mechanics. He recently served as the National Director of Education for the National Strength and Conditioning Association in Colorado Springs, CO. He has served as the Director of the Monfort Family Human Performance Research Laboratory at Colorado Mesa University. At the U.S. Olympic Committee in Colorado Springs, he was...

Boxing Expert WitnessView profile

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Boxing Expert Witness

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California

This expert starting boxing at the age of 11 and began his professional career in 1993. The World Boxing Organization recognized his as the third ranked Welterweight in the world. Having retired from his career as a professional athlete, he now serves as the head boxing trainer at a successful San Diego area gym and his contributed his talents to both TV and film productions.

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Martial Arts  Personal Safety  Self Defense Expert WitnessView profile

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Martial Arts Personal Safety Self Defense Expert Witness

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California

This martial arts expert graduated from Nottingham Trent Universitywith a BS in Sports Science, Administration and Coaching and went on to earn a Master’s degree in Applied Sports Science at Indiana University, where he later served on the faculty. He began his martial arts career in England, where he gained rank in Western Kickboxing. During his time with the Indiana University Martial Arts...

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The Average Sports & Recreation Expert Witness
Charges $292 / Hour

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  • Review Fee

    $250

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    This represents an expert’s hourly rate for participating in depositions. Experts may charge more for depositions that require them to travel, and some experts choose to bill a flat, daily or half-daily rate for deposition appearances.

  • Deposition Fee

    $300

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    This represents an expert’s hourly rate for participating in depositions. Experts may charge more for depositions that require them to travel, and some experts choose to bill a flat, daily or half-daily rate for deposition appearances.

  • Court Fee

    $325

    Fee info

    This represents an expert’s hourly rate for participating in depositions. Experts may charge more for depositions that require them to travel, and some experts choose to bill a flat, daily or half-daily rate for deposition appearances.

Sports & Recreation Expert Witness FAQs

A Sports & Recreation expert witness provides specialized knowledge in sports-related cases, such as personal injury claims, equipment safety, coaching standards, and facility management.

They can handle cases involving sports injuries, negligence in coaching or supervision, faulty sports equipment, and disputes related to recreational facilities.

Yes, some experts specialize in specific sports like football or gymnastics, while others focus on areas like sports psychology, athletic training, or sports facility management.

They can provide insight into whether proper safety protocols were followed, assess the adequacy of equipment used, and evaluate the actions of coaches or trainers.

Their expertise can be crucial in understanding complex issues related to sports rules, athlete behavior, coaching standards, and safety measures.

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