Dr. Richard Weinblatt is a proven communicator who, since 1989, has excelled at explaining Complex Law Enforcement Issues. Formerly a criminal justice professor, police academy director, and Police Chief, Dr. Weinblatt has been called on by national and local media, lawyers, police trade publication editors, and others to share his expertise on controversial policing issues.

Dr. Weinblatt is the Dean of the School of Public and Social Services and the School of Education at the 37,000 student Ivy Tech Community College based in Indianapolis, IN. He served as the Director, Institute for Public Safety at Central Ohio Technical College was professor program manager at the Criminal Justice Institute- Seminole Community College in Sanford, FL. Dr. Weinblatt's background includes auxiliary police lieutenant in New Jersey, Patrol Division Deputy Sheriff in New Mexico and Police Chief in North Carolina. He has instructor certifications for Taser, Firearms, Defensive Tactics, and Vehicle Operations among others.

Dr. Weinblatt has written extensively (Police, Law and Order, PoliceOne.com, PoliceLink.com) and has appeared many times in the media including CNN, MSNBC, CBS News, HLN, and The Washington Post.

Dr. Weinblatt offers Independent and Credible expertise and is available for both Plaintiff and Defendant. He represents Law Enforcement and Non-Law Enforcement Parties and is available nationally.

Areas of Expertise:

Police Practices and Procedures Police Training Use of Force Deadly Force Pursuits Investigations Police - Citizen Encounters Policies Civil Rights

Operations Patrol Discipline Internal Affairs Civil Rights Tasers Community Relations Search and Seizure Police Misconduct Negligent Supervision

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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