Dr. Ron Martinelli, Ph.D., B.C.F.T., C.L.S., is a former Criminal Justice Training Center Director and current Police / Corrections Practices, Criminal Investigations and Use of Force Instructor with a unique combination of extensive field experience and academic credentials that attorneys, judges and juries appreciate and commend. He has been representing agency defense and concerned plaintiff clients since 1991.

Dr. Martinelli serves as chief legal consultant, police practices expert and trial specialist. He has an impressive and diverse law enforcement background in police, corrections, probation and private security practices and training. Dr. Martinelliis an experienced police practices expert certified in Federal and State Courts and is skilled in incident reconstruction, evidence gathering, discovery and forensic legal analysis. He is also a Board Certified Expert in Forensic Traumatology and a Certified Litigation Specialist in Police Practices.

Dr. Martinelli has been referred to by attorney clients as "the expert's expert." He has a 90% case WIN ratio with over $97 Million saved defending agencies and over $12 Million recovered for plaintiff's since 2004 alone. Dr. Martinelli is a Federal / State Courts Certified Police Practices Expert for 4th, 8th and 14th Amendment litigation. He provides attorneys and municipalities with superior consulting and expert witness services in the fields of law enforcement practices, liability, negligence, litigation, criminal prosecution and criminal defense.

Areas of Expertise:

Arrests

Search & Seizure

Use of Force / Excessive Force - All Levels and Weaponry

Officer Involved Shootings(OIS)

In-Custody Deaths

Criminal Investigations

Police Practices, Training & Supervision

Adult & Juvenile Corrections

Law Enforcement Negligence

Civilian Self-Defense, Security, Foreseeable Harm

Insurance Cases

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Dram Shop, Drugs and Premises Security at Robson Forensic

Robson Forensic is well equipped to investigate any injuries or fatalities involving the use of alcohol or drugs. These investigations are headed by experienced experts in dram shop, toxicology and premises security. When appropriate, the group may draw upon the expertise of Robson Forensic experts in related disciplines including human factors, biomechanics, crash reconstruction and industrial safety.

Our experts provide investigations, reports and testimony for both plaintiff and defense nationwide. Please contact Elizabeth A. Trendowski to discuss your case and determine which of our experts is most appropriate to assist with your matter.

Elizabeth A. Trendowski
Dram Shop / Liquor Liability Expert

As the founder of SMART, a national certification program for the safe service of alcohol, Liz is a leader in the hospitality industry. Liz has trained more than 20 thousand participants including alcohol servers, managers, security, liquor agents, insurers, and police officers in the safe service of alcohol. Liz is currently an adjunct professor at the University of New Haven in the hospitality department. She has provided expert testimony in cases for both plaintiff and defense throughout the country. View Curriculum Vitae



Michael J. McCabe Jr., Ph.D.
Toxicology Expert

Dr. McCabe is an internationally-trained and nationally-recognized toxicologist who has spent more than 24 years as a teacher and researcher. He applies his expertise in assessing the toxicology of alcohol and drugs associated with motor vehicle collisions, dram shop liability, premises liability, assault, and worker’s compensation claims. Dr. McCabe has provided expert testimony for both plaintiff and defense attorneys and has testified in criminal and civil cases in state and federal courts. View Curriculum Vitae



Donald J. Decker
Premises Security / Police Practices Expert

Don's expertise includes violent crime cases and premises security safety. He is a certified security guard instructor. His professional career includes over 30 years as a state trooper, liability and fraud investigator, and private detective. He is well-versed in the requirements to provide secure environments for people wherever they live, work, or congregate. Don has trained and evaluated others in the performance of their duties and has testified in both state and federal courts. View Curriculum Vitae

John Sullivan Provides Expert Witness Testimony and Investigative consultation in litigation’s for plaintiff and defense involving Law Enforcement Operations, Use of Force, Tactics, Investigations, Management Practices, Policies and Procedures and Private Security related issues.

John L. Sullivan retired from a 34 year law enforcement career with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Held the rank of as Deputy Chief, Chief of Detectives, for the twelve years prior to retirement. He is a recognized authority in law enforcement and private security operational and administrative issues. He is a Teacher, Lecturer, Consultant and Expert Witness on the aforementioned areas.

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