Mr. Erick C. West has 22 years of experience in the field of Economics. He earned both his BA and MA in Economics from Washington State University. Formerly, this expert served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, as a Trainer at Estate of S.R.D., and as a Senior Economist at Harper Incorporated. Currently, this expert serves as the President of West Economics, Inc. where he specializes in...
This expert earned a doctorate in Economics from the University of Arizona. His career in forensic economics, litigation support, economic analysis and consulting spans more than 15 years. In that time, he has produced hundreds of economic reports, has evaluated opposing experts' reports, and has provided expert testimony in both Federal and state courts. This expert also co-authored the book...
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Mr. Kevin Kozlowski has over 8 years of experience in Forensics, Economics, and Fraud. He earned his BS in Accounting from the University of Houston Clear Lake. Formerly, this expert served as a Senior Associate at HSSK, LLC, and as a Manager of Forensics and Litigation Services at Weaver. Currently, this expert is a Senior Manager of Forensics and Litigation Services at Weaver.
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This expert has over a decade of foresnic accounting and economic damage experience. Prior to founding his economic damage advisory consultancy, this expert worked as a senior associate for close to 10 years at a top consulting firm that specialized in forensic and investigative accounting. His practice focuses on quantifiable economic damages arising from medical malpractice, slip-and-fall, MVA,...
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Mr. Brian James Bergmark has over 36 years of experience in Accounting, Forensic Accounting, and Business Valuation. He earned his BS in Economics from the University of California Los Angeles and his MBA in Finance from San Diego State University. Today, this expert is certified as a Business Valuation by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Formerly, this expert held roles as...
This expert is highly qualified in the field of Forensic Economics. He earned his BS at the University of Southern California, and is active in his field as a member of American Rehabilitation Economics Association and the American Economic Association. He has been a partner at a Forensic Economics Firm in California for the last 25 years. In that capacity, he has performed analysis of financial...
Mr. George A. Barrett has 25 years of experience in the field of Forensic Economics. He earned his BA in Economics from West Virginia State University, his MBA with an emphasis in Economics and Finance from Marshall University, and his MSRC from West Virginia University. Today, this expert is a Certified Vocational Evaluator and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor through the Commission on...
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This highly qualified expert has over 20 years of experience in the field of forensic accounting. He earned his BA at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and is Certified as a Public Accountant, Management Accountant, and in Financial Forensics. He is active in his field as a member of several professional accounting societies including the American Institute of Certified Public...
Ms. Laura F. Dolan has 34 years of experience in Forensic Economics. She earned her BBA in Finance and Marketing and her MBA in Finance from Loyola Marymount University. Formerly, this expert served as an Economic Analyst at Brinton Economics, Inc., as a Partner at Mack Barclay Inc., and as a Managing Director at LECG Corporation. Currently, this expert is a Principal at Dolan/Xitco Consulting...
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This highly qualified expert earned his BA in Pre-Law, MA in Economics, and his PhD in Economics from Penn State University. In addition, he is active in his field as a member of numerous societies including Eastern Economic Association, New York State Economic Association, Northeast Business and Economics Association. Formerly, he held roles as a Research Analyst at Battelle Pacific NW Nat Lab,...
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Ms. Heather Xitco has over 30 years of experience in the fields of Forensic Economics and Forensic Accounting. She earned her BA in Economics from the University of Southern California and her MBA with an emphasis in Finance and Management from the University of San Diego. Today, this expert is licensed as a Certified Public Accountant. Formerly, she served as a Shareholder at Mack Barclay, Inc....
This well-credentialed expert specializes in damages analysis, financial economics, and valuations in complex commercial litigation. Experienced across a range of verticals, he has testified on numerous government matters, including the largest government contract dispute in history. He has also worked in many private litigation matters and has valued damages, intellectual property, and lost...
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Dr. Jerald H. Udinsky has 52 years of experience in the fields of Economics and Business Valuation. He earned his BS in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and then earned both his MA, and his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California Berkeley. Today, this expert is certified as a Senior Disability Analyst by the American Board of Disability Analysts. Formerly, this...
This expert has over 25 years of experience in forensic accounting, focusing on the measurement of economic damages and litigation support. He received a BS in Business Administration and Accounting at Roosevelt University and is an active, certified Public Accountant, Global Management Accountant, Financial Forensic Specialist, and Fraud Examiner. This expert has experience across numerous...
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Dr. Jane Handy Lillydahl has 49 years of experience in the field of Economics. She earned her B.A. from Denison University and Ph.D. from Duke University. Formerly, this expert was a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Currently, she is a Professor Emerita in the Department of Economics at the University of Colorado, Boulder.
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Education: AB, Economics, Lafayette College; M.S., Accountancy, NYU Stern; A.P.C., Investment Management, NYU Stern Professional certifications: CPA; Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA); AICPA-Accredited, Business Valuation (ABV); AICPA-Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF); Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE): Certified Management Accountant (CMA); Certified Insolvency & Restructuring Advisor...
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Dr. Gerald Casenave has 30 years of experience in Vocational Rehabilitation and Counseling. He earned his BA in Liberal Arts from Pomona College, his MA and Ph.D. in Philosophy from Vanderbilt University, and his MS in Rehabilitation Counseling from Southern Illinois University. He completed another Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Texas Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences....
This expert has been an active teacher in the areas of taxation and international accounting at a prominent University for over 15 years. In addition to his academic responsibilities, he has also provided tax consulting services for nonresident alien and U.S. taxpayers. This expert’s research articles have appeared in such journals as The Journal of the American Taxation Association, Journal of...
Mr. David S. Gibson has over 40 years of experience in the field of Vocational Economics. He earned his BS in Accounting from the University of Illinois Urbana, his MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago, and his Masters of Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Kentucky. Formerly, this expert served as President and Chief Operating Officer at Vocational Economics, Inc....
This highly qualified expert earned his BS and MS in economics from California State Polytechnic University and his PhD in economics from The Claremont Graduate University. He is a member of the American Economic Association, the American Association of Forensic Economics, and the American Academy of Economic and Financial Experts. Formerly, he served as an associate economist at Rizzardi...
What is a forensic economics expert witness?
A forensic economics expert witness is a professional who applies economic theories and methods to legal issues, often providing testimony in court cases involving economic damages.
In what types of cases can a forensic economics expert witness be beneficial?
Forensic economics experts are often used in personal injury, wrongful death, employment discrimination, and business loss cases where economic damages need to be calculated.
How does a forensic economics expert calculate economic damages?
They use various methodologies including present value calculations, statistical analysis, and labor market surveys to estimate the financial impact of an event or action.
Are there subspecialties within the field of forensic economics?
Yes, some forensic economists specialize in specific areas such as labor economics, health economics, or industrial organization which may be relevant depending on the case specifics.
Can a forensic economics expert help with patent infringement cases?
Absolutely. They can provide valuable insights into the calculation of reasonable royalties and lost profits due to patent infringement.
How does Expert Institute select its Forensic Economics expert witnesses?
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