What is an expert witness in a 1983 lawsuit?

A 1983 litigation expert witness is a specialist who is usually a lawyer involved in civil rights litigation under the 42 U.S.C. § 1983. They provide specialized expertise in issues such as police brutality and any other constitutional violations.

What is the role of an expert witness in a Section 1983 lawsuit?

A 1983 litigation expert witness offers opinions and specialized knowledge in civil rights actions encompassing infringements of federal law and constitutional provisions.

How much can someone earn as an expert witness in a Section 1983 lawsuit?

The fee for a 1983 litigation expert witness is approximately $175 to $400 per hour or more, depending on tasks executed in relation to the lawsuit.

What qualifications are required to be an expert witness in a Section 1983 lawsuit?

The expert witness on litigation in a qualified 1983 case must also have a good grounding on civil rights litigation and particularly under Section 1983 of the Civil Rights Act. They should also be competent to provide professional advice on issues like force majeure, false arrest, and police brutality.

How does a Section 1983 expert witness gather evidence in a lawsuit?

Litigation involves compiling information from various sources, including documents and records, conducting interviews with relevant individuals, and examining records to support testimony that will be presented to the court as a civil rights expert witness in the 1983 civil rights case.

What types of lawsuits might require the testimony of a Section 1983 expert witness?

Litigation arising from civil rights abuses, police brutality, or unnecessary uses of force by the police may require an 1983 litigation expert witness.

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1983 Litigation Expert Witnesses

The PRO Expert Witness Directory features a comprehensive list of 1983 Litigation expert witnesses who provide testimony, consultation, and litigation support on 1983 Litigation and related matters. The expert witnesses and consultants listed here can form expert opinions, draft witness reports, and testify in depositions and trials.

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Tony Turnbull

California

Turnbull Consulting

1983 Litigation

Crime Scene Analysis

Deadly/Excessive Force

Evidence Analysis & Preservation

Jails & Prisons

Law Enforcement

Police Procedures

Surveillance

Violent Crimes

Wrongful Death

I am a retired Sergeant with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office. I have over 30 years of law enforcement experience with over 19 of those...

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Dr. Ron Martinelli

Texas

Martinelli & Associates: Justice & Forensic Consultants, Inc.

1983 Litigation

Coronavirus

Crime Scene Analysis

Criminalistics

Criminology

Deadly/Excessive Force

Drug Enforcement

Emergency Communications & 911

Evidence Analysis & Preservation

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Gangs

Human Factors

Inadequate/Negligent Security

Referred to by respected and experienced law enforcement and security civil and criminal attorneys as “The expert’s expert.” Representing agency defense and concerned plaintiff and...

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Michael J. Luell

Wisconsin

Legacy Law Enforcement Analysis

1983 Litigation

Criminal Law

Criminology

Jail Suicide

Jails & Prisons

Law Enforcement

Police Procedures

Wrongful Death

Lieutenant Michael J. Luell is a highly respected law enforcement officer and licensed attorney with the Wisconsin State Bar, currently serving at the Racine County...

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Leonard Shapiro

Newport Beach, California

Park Dietz & Associates, Inc., a nationwide, interdisciplinary forensic expert firm

1983 Litigation

Child Abuse

Child Sexual Abuse

Education & Schools

Food

Hotel & Hospitality

Negligent Hiring

Playground Safety

Sexual Harassment/Discrimination

Wrongful Death

With over 50 years of experience in residential summer camping, Mr. Shapiro was the Owner and Director of Camp Sequoia in Rock Hill, New York....

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Jennifer Coffindaffer

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Eagle Security Group

1983 Litigation

Criminalistics

Criminology

Deadly/Excessive Force

Drug Enforcement

Firearms & Ballistics

Gangs

Law Enforcement

RICO/Racketeering

Violent Crimes

Weapons

Jennifer Coffindaffer is a retired FBI Special Agent who provides case consultation, investigative support, litigation support and expert witness testimony in the areas of: Use...

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Forensisgroup

Pasadena, California

The Expert of Experts

1983 Litigation

3D Laser Scanning

Accident Investigation

Accident Reconstruction

Acoustics

Addiction Medicine

Adhesives

Admiralty & Maritime

Adoptions

Advertising

Aerial Photography

Aerosols

Aerospace Engineering

For over 30 years, ForensisGroup has provided the nation’s top law firms, businesses, insurance companies, government entities with highly qualified expert witnesses and consultants. Experts...

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Mr. David T Sweeney

Seattle, Washington

DT Sweeney Consulting, LLC

1983 Litigation

Criminal Law

Crowd Control

Deadly/Excessive Force

Discrimination

Human Resources

Law Enforcement

Police Procedures

Security Management

My name is David T. Sweeney. I am a Police Policy and Procedure expert and a retired 34-year veteran police leader with Seattle Police and...

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David M Mathis

MD, CCHP-P, FAAFP

Napa, California

Correctional Medicine Expert

1983 Litigation

Correctional Healthcare

Jail Suicide

Jails & Prisons

Medical Malpractice

Palliative Care

Wrongful Death

20+ years’ experience in a variety of correctional settings and experience including emergency care, acute care, hospice care and utilization management. Corrections Physician at 2500...

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Consolidated Consultants

Chula Vista, California

Chronos Litigation Experts (FBI - Retired)

1983 Litigation

Accident Investigation

Accident Reconstruction

Acoustics

Actuary - Actuarial

Addiction Medicine

Adhesives

Advertising

Aerial Photography

Aerosols

Aerospace Engineering

Agricultural

Agricultural Engineering

Consolidated Consultants (CCc) continues to deliver high quality expert witness and medical expert witness referrals nationwide since 1995. CCc is the only referral service where...

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Mr. Charles P. Stephenson

Overland Park, Kansas

The Orion Group dba Crime Scene Plus

1983 Litigation

Bars/Lounges/Night Clubs

Crime Foreseeability

Crime Scene Analysis

Deadly/Excessive Force

Firearms & Ballistics

Hotel Security

Inadequate/Negligent Security

Lighting & Illumination

Police Procedures

Premises Liability

Private Investigators

Retail Security

Mr. Stephenson is a former Police Officer, FBI Agent, FBI Police Instructor, FBI - SWAT/Firearms Instructor/Defensive Tactics Instructor and FBI National Academy Instructor: Mr. Stephenson...

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Brian O'donnell

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Eagle Security Group

1983 Litigation

Deadly/Excessive Force

Drug Enforcement

Gangs

Informants

Jails & Prisons

Law Enforcement

Police Procedures

RICO/Racketeering

Workplace Violence

Brian O’Donnell had a tremendous career in law enforcement inclusive of extensive operational, investigative, leadership and training experiences. Utilizing his unique blend of practical knowledge...

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