EW #346 has twenty-three years Coast Guard service which includes extensive experience in marine operations, investigations and Marine Safety programs. This experience includes: Eleven years in inspection of hulls and machinery of commercial vessels during construction and repair, investigation of commercial vessel casualties and personnel complaints. Possess in-depth knowledge of commercial vessel laws and regulations. Eight years at sea experience in vessel operations. Retired with the rank of Commander. Extensive post military business experience in the maritime industry which includes: Six years as a senior corporate officer of several marine companies and twelve years as a marine consultant. Formed several successful start-up companies. Holds Master Oceans 1600 Tons and Second Mate Oceans Unlimited Coast Guard License.
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Areas of Expertise:
Marine Personnel - Injury Claims
Marine Vessel Operations
Coast Guard Safety Rules & Regulations
Safe Operating Practices
Marine Licensing and Certificating
Navigation Rules and Regulations
Radar Use and Requirements
Vessel Manning Requirements
Collisions, Groundings and Sinkings
Services:

Expert Witness & Deposition
Case Review & Support Services
Accident Investigation & Reconstruction
Commercial Vessel Operations - Evaluation & Investigations
Recreational Boating - Accident Investigations
Marine Consulting, Research, and Reports
Vessel Casualties, including Collisions, Grounding and Sinkings
Coast Guard Inspection Rules - Compliance Evaluations
Professional Experience:

Retired as Commander from U.S. Coast Guard after 23 years service which included 8 years at sea and 15 years as Marine Inspector and Investigator. 5 years as Corporate Officer of Major Offshore Supply Vessel Company. 9 years as Owner/Operator of Coast Guard License Preparation School, Marine Consultant and Expert Witness.

Education/Training:
M.A. Human Resource Management, Pepperdine University, CA; B.S.
Business Administration, Urbana University, OH

Professional Qualifications:
Master, Steam & Motor Vessels, 1600 Gross Tons, Oceans; Second Mate, Steam & Motor Vessels, Any Gross Tons, Oceans; Radar Observer; Coast Guard Certified Radar Instructor

Cases/Clients:
Numerous cases. List furnished upon request.

Testimony Experience Depositions and Courtroom, Federal and State Courts.