Expert Witness and Litigation Support

Our marine scientists serve as subject matter experts and witnesses, assisting clients with licensing, permitting processes, and contaminated sediment litigation.

Our subject matter experts recognize the importance of making scientific evidence accessible and understandable to administrative law judges and lay jurors. Effectively explaining this evidence enhances the expert’s credibility and influences the decision-maker’s perception and judgment.

In some state offshore energy permitting and licensing, such as New York’s Article VII, our scientists provide expert deposition and live testimony during the adjudicative process. Their role helps decision-makers determine whether to issue licenses and what environmental conditions should be imposed to ensure compliance and protection.

Related Projects

South Fork Offshore Wind Project

INSPIRE scientists served as subject matter experts and expert witnesses during Article VII hearings to aid in the development of the benthic monitoring requirements within NY state waters.

Related Projects

Sunrise Offshore Wind Project

INSPIRE scientists provided Subject Matter Expertise and Expert Witness support to Sunrise Wind with New York State Article VII Permitting and requirements for submarine cable installation projects.

Making Complex Marine Science Accessible to Decision Makers in a Litigation Forum

Typical Components of Expert Witness Services

Technical Reports
Detailed analyses and findings relevant to the case.
Data Interpretation
Expert evaluation of environmental data and its implications, such as in contaminated sediment liability allocation.
Subject Matter Expertise
Insight into compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
Risk and Impact Assessments
Evaluations of environmental impacts and mitigation strategies.
Site Characterization
On-the-ground evaluations and inspections of the area relevant to the case or proceeding.
Expert Testimony
Testifying in court and depositions to explain findings and opinions, such as in an Article VII Transmission line licensing proceeding.
We provide trusted expert support with a proven track record of success

Interested in Expert Witness Testimony and Litigation Support?

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