EW #1755  spent twenty years serving in the United States Marine Corps. During this twenty year period he received extensive training regarding the Code of Federal Regulation (Title 49 CFR) as it may relate to domestic and foreign transportation. He served during the Vietnam conflict, culminating his career with a deployment to the Persian Gulf War. During his career, he supervised numerous aspects of the transportation of both foreign and domestic shipments which supported deployment of troops and equipment all over the world. He retired as a Master Sergeant from the United States Marine Corps in 1993.

He began his transition into the private sector by starting a trucking company, AA Quality Transport, Inc, prior to his retirement. EW #1755  s uccessfully and profitably operated and subsequently sold this company after just four years. In 1993 he took a position with another trucking company, International Transit, Inc. (ITI), as the company’s Director of Safety & Compliance. Within two and one half years of his employment with ITI, he was promoted to the Senior Vice President of Risk Management and Corporate Administration. He played an integral part in the sale of ITI to the Florida East Coast Industries, Inc. (parent corporation of the Florida East Coast Railway Company). He then left ITI in 1998 and started two other companies, Semper Fi Logistics, Inc., a logistics and brokerage company, and Semper Fi, Inc., a regional truckload motor carrier. In April of 2002, he sold these companies after just four years of successful and profitable operations.

In 1999, while performing the duties of President and CEO of the aforementioned companies, EW #1755   began receiving requests from law firms to provide consulting and technical expertise regarding cases related to trucking accidents.

EW #1755 's unique experience differs dramatically from almost all other commercial or trucking regulation experts. He was the former owner of three (3) logistics/trucking companies, his experiences covers nearly all aspects of trucking, its organizational structure, procedures and industry standards. These experiences range from performing the duties of a commercial driver to the duties of an Executive Corporate Officer and almost everything in between. This diverse experience includes issues involving tractors, trailers, tractor-trailers, eighteen wheelers, big-rigs, logging trucks, pickup trucks, dump trucks, forklifts, garbage trucks, truckers, truck drivers, trucking companies, contract carriers, common carriers, private carriers, exempt commodity carriers, cargo losses, brokerage companies, truck engines, truck parts, driver skills, commercial driver licenses, loading/unloading, cargo securement, ECMs, Qualcom systems, truck inspections, company compliance reviews and safety ratings, truck accident causations, regulatory compliance, truck driver qualifications, inter/intrastate commerce, truck maintenance and repairs, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), Title 49 CFR, Hazardous Material regulations, hours of service, fatigue, truck driver duties on the road, highway safety and much more.

He will provide his clients with a keen insight into each case. His practical experience will be helpful to any attorney involved with a commercial or vehicle tractor/trailer related case.

Whenever an accident occurs, involving a commercial vehicle, or tractor/trailer (otherwise may be called “semi’s” or “Big Trucks”), it seems that a lawsuit becomes the rule rather than the exception. Notwithstanding the litigious-ness of our society, a couple of external factors contribute to this pattern.

One external contributing factor is the “deep-pockets” of the Motor Carrier which is backed by the company’s equity, insurance companies (its policies) or trusts with coverage’s which often range from $750,000.00 to $10,000,000.00. This will sometimes make undeserving Motor Carriers subject to expensive litigation.

Secondly, some Motor Carrier’s have exposed themselves to expensive lawsuits and damage awards because of their failure to comply with the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). Many times this failure is due to a willful and wantonness of the owners to avoid the expense associated with compliance, training, and even apathy with regards to their obligations for safe operation.

In either case, the Defense or Plaintiff’s attorney will need an objective expert involved in order to proceed through the complex and voluminous discovery process. he specializes in commercial vehicle and trucking operations and safety. His hands-on involvement in the trucking industry makes him one of the most insightful experts in this field. As stated earlier herein, EW #1755   has served in almost every capacity in this industry, spanning the past twenty five years. Consequently, he has obtained a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the requirements promulgated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) and other federal/state regulations, which combined, regulate commercial vehicle and trucking operations. Additionally, he has come to possess a keen insight as to the industry standards and the myriad of subjects and issues which seem to be addressed in almost every trucking litigation case. These include, but are not limited to; corporate organization, maintenance, risk management, operations, accounting, safety, sales and numerous other compliance issues. His overriding goal is to provide clients with a honest and forthright assessment of the highest quality.

Whether the task involves a complex lawsuit, a claim for benefits, or simple analysis of specific documents, integrity and the best interest of the clients will always come first. He will discuss every case with you and personally analyze the merits of your case in a professional manner. His involvement will help you take the most appropriate action for all parties involved.

EW #1755   will strive to exonerate those trucking companies which comply with the FMCSR and take their obligations to protect the motoring public seriously. In contrast, his testimony will influence jurist to make the appropriate negligent commercial vehicle operators and trucking companies an example. The jurist’s findings can often force negligent company operations to begin compliance with all safety regulations as well as have them begin taking the extra precautions, when warranted in the future, which will protect the motoring public

He understands the problems associated with commercial vehicle/trucking litigation and has the experience dealing with their voluminous issues. He wants to assist the clients in avoiding litigation when possible. As such, he is focused on solving problems. Prompt and accurate assessment regarding consulting services, interpretation of the regulations, and answering the myriad of questions is the hallmark of this business. This dedication provides the clients with the solid foundation necessary to determine whether claims should be settled, mediated, arbitrated or tried.

He is a creative, resourceful and cost-effective leader committed to excellence. As an analyst & consulting expert, he can put years of valuable experience on your team.

There are numerous documents that the motor carrier must review, maintain and keep current as well as ensuring driver compliance. When EW #1755   finds patterns of noncompliance and negligence these conclusions can be instrumental in outlining the case to the court. In contrast, his testimony can be helpful to any Motor Carrier complying with the regulations when allegations are made to the contrary.

If you are looking for an “Expert” that not only knows the written text of the regulations; but also has the hands-on experience (see his Curriculum Vitae), you have found him!

EW #1755   has worked in the trucking industry and with the Regulations in the real world of trucking. This work related experience brings you knowledge that your adversaries will not have. Sometimes having the upper hand of “Knowledge” can result in better and faster settlements for your client. He can guide you from Discovery to Trial, assisting you all the way, giving you the “Upper Hand”.

Fee Schedule:

Prelitigation/ Litigation/ Testimony $200.00/hr

Retainer    $2500.00

Travel and or Miscel. Expenses : As listed in Engagement Letter/ detailed Invoice