Expert Witness Services
Transportation Safety Expert Witness Services
Rick Gobbell is retained nationwide by attorneys, insurance companies, and transportation companies as an expert witness in commercial vehicle safety cases. His 36+ years of enforcement and compliance experience provides unmatched credibility in transportation litigation.
Qualifications
Nationally Recognized Transportation Safety Expert
Rick Gobbell's qualifications as a transportation safety expert witness are unmatched. As a retired U.S. Department of Transportation / FMCSA official with 32 years of federal service, he brings the perspective of a regulator who wrote, enforced, and interpreted the very regulations at issue in commercial vehicle litigation.
His career includes approximately 10,000 roadside truck inspections, over 1,000 Safety Compliance Reviews and Hazardous Materials investigations, and the investigation of hundreds of commercial vehicle crashes. This real-world experience translates directly into credible, authoritative expert testimony.
Rick is retained by both plaintiff and defense counsel, providing objective, fact-based analysis grounded in decades of enforcement experience and deep knowledge of FMCSA regulations and industry standards.
Areas of Expert Testimony
Who Retains Rick Gobbell
- Plaintiff and defense attorneys
- Insurance companies and adjusters
- Transportation companies
- Regulatory agencies
- Litigation support professionals
- Risk management professionals
Expert Witness Services
Comprehensive Litigation Support
Case Review & Analysis
Thorough review of accident reports, driver records, vehicle maintenance files, and regulatory compliance documentation to assess liability and identify violations.
Expert Report Preparation
Detailed, well-documented expert reports that clearly explain complex transportation regulations and industry standards for judges, juries, and opposing counsel.
Deposition Support
Experienced deposition testimony with clear, authoritative explanations of FMCSA regulations, industry standards, and carrier responsibilities.
Trial Testimony
Compelling, credible trial testimony that translates complex transportation safety regulations into clear, understandable terms for judges and juries.
Consultation Services
Early-stage case consultation to help attorneys assess the merits of transportation safety claims and develop effective litigation strategies.
Mediation & Arbitration
Expert support in alternative dispute resolution proceedings involving commercial vehicle accidents and transportation safety matters.