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The Expert Witness Podcast

The Expert Witness Podcast

David Smith 18 Episodes Mar 25, 2026

This podcast explores the crucial role expert witnesses play in lawsuits. Host David Smith shares stories about how experts present their testimony, whether they successfully communicate their points, and other intriguing events during their engagements. It offers insight into the litigation process from the perspective of expert witnesses.

Episodes

Episode 18 - Interview with Rob Irion - Engineering to Help People
Episode 18 - Interview with Rob Irion - Engineering to Help People Mar 25, 2026 00:30:40 In this episode, we learn from Rob Irion, a mechanical engineer with experience in the medical device and medical equipment industry--he is a named patent inventor in MRI scanner technology. Rob also has extensive experience in the oil & gas, trailer, industrial equipment, and heavy lifting equipment industries.We discuss ways in which an expert mechanical engineer's work helps people be s
Episode 17 - Interview with Jon Marshall - Earning Respect as an Expert
Episode 17 - Interview with Jon Marshall - Earning Respect as an Expert Dec 16, 2025 00:26:18 In this episode, we learn from Jon Marshall, a brilliant mechanical engineer, inventor on 77 issued patents, and recipient of the Utah Genius Award in 2013. Jon has extensive experience in the oil & gas, road milling, mining, renewables, modular housing, air-purifying respirators, and other industries.We discuss ways in which an expert mechanical engineer can earn respect and establish himself
Episode 16 - Interview with John Zeirke - Journey from Design Engineer to Expert Witness
Episode 16 - Interview with John Zeirke - Journey from Design Engineer to Expert Witness Apr 14, 2025 00:48:27 In this episode, we are joined by John Zeirke, a mechanical engineer, licensed professional engineer in multiple states, ACT-R-certified accident reconstructionist, certified vehicle fire investigator, and certified drone pilot. After a career in industry at companies like Caterpillar and Polaris, John has recently started his expert witness consulting firm.[00:56]John shares how he first learned
Episode 15: Interview with Nathan Macdonald a Mechanical Engineering Patent Expert Witness
Episode 15: Interview with Nathan Macdonald a Mechanical Engineering Patent Expert Witness Mar 26, 2025 00:57:38 In this episode, we feature Nathan Macdonald, a licensed professional engineer and certified safety professional with over a decade of experience in product design, ranging from thrill rides to exercise equipment and consumer products. Nathan has spent the last 13 years working at Alpine Engineering and Design, collaborating on multiple design projects, personal injury, and patent cases.[0:59]Nath
Episode 14: Interview with Lloyd Williams, a Hotel Management Expert Witness
Episode 14: Interview with Lloyd Williams, a Hotel Management Expert Witness Sep 13, 2024 01:00:56 In this episode, we are joined by Lloyd Williams, a respected hotelier and expert witness from Minnesota. With extensive experience in managing all aspects of complex hotel and resort operations, Lloyd has overseen assets with revenues up to $62 million. He is known for his hands-on approach to human resources, staff development, finance, marketing, and revenue management. Lloyd's expertise sp
Episode 13: Interview with Eric P. Rose, a Product Development and Manufacturing Expert Witness
Episode 13: Interview with Eric P. Rose, a Product Development and Manufacturing Expert Witness Jul 8, 2024 00:33:35 Unpacking the 3M Earplug Litigation with Eric Rose In this episode, we are joined by Eric P. Rose, the president of Pinnacle Product Innovation, Inc. He is a seasoned product innovator, management consultant, and expert witness with over 35 years of experience in new product innovation and commercialization across consumer, healthcare, and industrial sectors. Rose has worked with companies rangin
Episode 12: Interview with Dr. Ediuska Laurens, a Medical Device Expert Witness
Episode 12: Interview with Dr. Ediuska Laurens, a Medical Device Expert Witness May 28, 2024 00:36:55 In this episode I sit down with Dr. Ediuska Laurens, who provides expert witness services on cases involving medical devices. In the interview, we discuss various topics including how she was introduced to expert witness work, the barriers and obstacles to getting into the field, what she enjoys about the work, and how public speaking works with her expert witness services.
Episode 11: An interview with Dr. Kenny Stein - an Emergency Medicine Expert Witness
Episode 11: An interview with Dr. Kenny Stein - an Emergency Medicine Expert Witness Dec 11, 2023 00:49:25 Building Strong Legal Cases: Emergency and Critical Care Medicine with Kenny Stein In this episode, we feature Kenny Stein, a Physician/Expert Witness specializing in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine & Personal Injury. With sought-after expertise in medical malpractice/negligence cases, Kenny assists attorneys by leveraging his in-depth medical knowledge to guide t
Episode 10: Interview with Torrey Roberts a Crash Reconstruction Expert Witness
Episode 10: Interview with Torrey Roberts a Crash Reconstruction Expert Witness Nov 28, 2023 00:33:45 Crash Reconstruction and Forensic Engineering Insights with Torrey Roberts In this episode, we're joined by Torrey Roberts, Principal Engineer and founder of Roberts Forensic, bringing over 15 years of expertise in crash reconstruction and forensic engineering. Today, Torrey shares essential insights to guide entrepreneurs through the complexities of forensic engineering and crash reconstruct
Episode 9: Interview with Nigel Jones an Expert Witness in Patent and Trade Secret Lawsuits
Episode 9: Interview with Nigel Jones an Expert Witness in Patent and Trade Secret Lawsuits Oct 30, 2023 00:50:16 In this episode, David and Nigel discuss what it is like to be an expert in patent litigation suits, how to get started, and interesting aspects of the work. For more information on patent litigation, or expert witnesses for patent cases, please visit https://alpineeng.com/services/patent-expert-witness/
Episode 8: Interview with Marcor Platt, a Civil/Structural Expert
Episode 8: Interview with Marcor Platt, a Civil/Structural Expert Oct 23, 2023 00:40:43 Welcome back to the Expert Witness Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Marcor Plat who is a Civil/Structural engineer and expert witness. https://marcorforensicexpert.com/ To contact the Host, visit https://alpineeng.com/services/patent-expert-witness/
Episode 7: Interview with Fred Smith - a Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness
Episode 7: Interview with Fred Smith - a Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness Sep 7, 2023 00:51:15 In this episode, we interview Fred Smith, President at Alpine Engineering & Design. His expertise as a consulting engineer had been sought out by other attorneys and law firms that wanted to utilize his expert witness services and engineering insights. Today, Fred guides legal professionals to navigate complex cases and confidently make informed decisions.  For a full transcript of this podca

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