Accident Investigation and Reconstruction Expert Witnesses: 82

George Zeitler, MSc, has over 30 years of experience in the Marine Industry in various regulatory, management, and consulting roles. He is an Accredited Marine Surveyor (Y&SC) by the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors and a Member of the International Institute of Marine Surveying.

Background Experience - Mr. Zeitler served 18 years as a USCG Marine Inspector / Casualty Investigator, and 7 years as a Class Society principal surveyor (DNV).  He then spent 1 year as VP of Operations for a niche cruise line. Mr. Zeitler went on to serve 5 years as a technical consultant for various segments of the marine industry, including 2 years as third party environmental auditor for criminal pollution cases. He has been an Accredited Yacht and Small Craft Surveyor for over 15 years. 

In 2002, Mr. Zeitler formed Zeitler Marine Services (ZMS), using his experience and knowledge to offer condition and valuation (pre-purchase and insurance) and damage survey services to the yachting and recreational boating communities in south Florida. He is currently the Director of the Chapman School of Seamanship Yacht and Small Craft survey course.

Litigation Support - Mr. Zeitler uses his vast experience verifying Compliance with Applicable Maritime Laws / Regulations through on site surveys and audits of client's vessels. His years of operational and regulatory enforcement help provide clients with a unique perspective that is key in identifying vulnerabilities onboard vessels as well as gaps in policies and procedures. He functions as a Court Appointed Monitor in situations where vessel operators are negotiating a plea agreement for a DOJ-approved Environmental Compliance Programs.

Areas of Expertise:

• Vessel Design and Construction
• Vessel Compliance with International and US Laws and Regulations
• Compliance with Federal and Voluntary (ABYC) Standards for Yachts and Small Craft
• Casualty Investigation
• Vessel Operations
• Cruise Ship Management, Operation, and Safety
• Environmental Compliance and Auditing

Erik Roeder has 40 years of troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of mechanical and electrical issues including Automotive, RV, Light Truck, and Marine. He provides a combination of hands-on work along proven forensic skills.  As an expert witness, his cases ldeal with Mechanical; Electrical; RV Systems and Envelopes; Vessel Propulsion; Systems; and Post Incident/Post Repair Inspections. Erik's opinions and testimony have served plaintiffs and defendants state and federal courts.

Howard F. Berkowitz has extensive experience in the Passenger Transportation Industry. Since 1982, his career for over three decades qualifies him as expert in the industry of passenger transportation and provides critical knowledge and expertise in:

Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT), Luxury Sedan & Limousine, Paratransit Operations, Expert Witness, Mass Transit, Compliance, Policy & Procedures, Safety Practices, Wheelchair & Stretcher Securement, and Transportation Network Companies

Construction Accidents - OSHA Compliance - Labor Law 200 - CPM Scheduling - Delay Claims - Risk Analysis

Fred Mohrmann is an on-site construction expert with 40+ years experience - beginning as an electrical contractor, educated as a mechanical engineer, certified as a Construction Manager and OSHA 30, combined with experience as an Adjunct Professor, I can break down very technical and complicated issues into clear, simple facts for juries. Since 2017, I have served as a Construction Safety expert witness and litigation consultant for law firms in New York, Boston, and Chicago.

Donald F. Morgan has 38 years of experience with the Federal Gov't (FAA) as an Aviation Safety Inspector, Airworthiness. Fully accredited and trained Aviation Safety Inspector, Airworthiness, retired.

Expertise: FAA Policies / Procedures, Aviation Safety, Accident Investigation, Enforcement Action, Aircraft Certification, Aircraft Maintenance, Training, FAA Regulatory Compliance, Human Factors, Parachute Incidents.

Christopher J. Kennedy holds a BS in Industrial Engineering and is an ACTAR-accredited Accident Reconstructionist with EIT and AEP credentials. He integrates engineering analysis, EDR data interpretation, UAV-based mapping, and human factors evaluation to reconstruct collisions, assess visibility, and quantify perception response. His work relies on validated measurement, objective modeling, and data-driven engineering principles to deliver clear, defensible forensic conclusions.  

Cameron Orr is a Mechanical Engineer (PE), a Safety Professional (CSP), a Hydraulics Specialist (CFPHS), and a Certified Forklift Operator and operator trainer. He has worked as a mechanical engineering consultant for over 17 years. He designs and analyzes new products and equipment.

Expertise:  Expert witness on product liability, personal injury, wrongful death, and intellectual property cases.  He specializes in machinery (saws, presses, etc.) and heavy equipment (forklifts, cranes, etc.).