Automotive Leasing Expert Witnesses: 5

Steven S. Paul, owner of TDT, is a Mechanic and Automobile Expert responsible for all aspects of the business including marketing, operations and accounting as well as customer service. He has over 25 years of experience in automotive service, heavy equipment maintenance, and inspection services. 

Mr. Paul is ASE Master Certified in both Automotive and Medium / HD Trucks including engines performance, electrical, driveline, brakes, steering and suspension as well as safety related systems. He has inspected over 2,500 vehicles since 2005 ranging from Model T Fords to 2015 BMW & Mercedes. He is qualified to inspect HD Semi Trucks and Construction Equipment as well as RV, Motorhomes and Campers. Mr. Paul also has inspection experience with Exotic & Luxury High End Cars as well as Boats and Watercraft. automobile, medium duty and heavy-duty truck repair and inspection as well as heavy equipment such as construction and agriculture equipment.

Litigation Support - Mr. Paul is a Certified Vehicle Appraiser and can provide opinions of value based on fair market value, diminished value and replacement values in accordance with USPAP.  He has been court qualified as an expert vehicle inspector in multiple states as well as federal court. 

Mr. Paul has provided over 500 expert witness reports, provided over 30 depositions and testified in court over 10 times. He is willing to travel to all 50 states. He has experience in:

 Lemon Law - Misrepresentation and Dealer Operations - Lease Return Inspections - Vehicle Condition Reports

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Kevin D. Hochman, Esq., is a dynamic and strategic automotive executive experienced and highly skilled in all areas of Dealership Operation and Management.  In 2002 he worked as an attorney for a dealership consultant company, providing comprehensive and practical legal and operations guidance to over 1,100 California dealerships. Some of those duties included, advertising review, compliance audits, custom training, and publications and interpretations of federal and state regulations (ASFA, Reg. M, TILA, etc.).

In 2007, Mr. Hochman went on to work his way up to the Director of Operations and General Counsel responsible for the day-to-day legal and business operations of one of the largest privately-owned multi-state dealer groups in the country, with as many as 20 rooftops, 2,000 employees and $3 billion dollars in annual revenue.  He is intimately familiar with every Dealership department and consistently interacted with managers, owners, vendors, lenders, manufacturers, insurers, and attorneys on all Dealership matters. 

Mr. Hochman provided proactive and comprehensive legal direction and training to dealer personnel on all areas.  He was responsible for drastically decreasing expenses and increasing operational efficiency using benchmarks and best practices improving dealership’s processes and profitability. 

Additionally, he is a licensed real estate broker and negotiated and managed a $600 million commercial real estate portfolio.  He has negotiated and/or has been an integral part of over 20 dealership buy/sells. 

He is currently a member of the California state bar, Association of Finance and Insurance Professionals (AFIP), a Director of the National Association of Dealer Counsel (NADC), and a member of the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) Regulatory and Legal Affairs Board.  

Litigation Support: Mr. Hochman has provided Expert Witness, Consultation, and Case Analysis. He offers nation-wide services in litigation, arbitration and mediation.

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Jack G. Cohen has been involved in the Automobile Industry for over 30 years, wholesaling and retailing, and running several dealerships and franchises. Mr. Cohen has been retained as an expert witness over 50 times since 2015. His services are available to attorneys representing both plaintiff and defendant. He consults with attorneys, dealers, consumers, and insurance companies. 

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Jim Amundsen is recognized Nationwide and in Canada for Automotive Prowess and as a Top Authority in the Specialty Automotive Industry with ownership & managment in multiple Classic Car, Franchise & Motorcycle dealerships. He has over 25 years of experience covering a broad range of Specialty and Unique Vehicles, including:

Mr. Amundsen served as on-air talent and a contributor for Speed Channel’s Barret-Jackson Auctions. He is also a Classic Car Judge in the US and Canada. Mr. Amundsen has numerous Dealer Licenses, Certifications, and Association Memberships with continuing education courses.

Litigation Support - Mr. Amundsen provides services to Law Firms and Insurance Companies seeking Automotive Values and Expert Witness Case Preparation Services. He takes great pride in providing clients with accurate valuations utilizing auto dealer cutting edge Valuation Software, combined with Auto Industry Standards and Practices. His services are available to attorneys representing plaintiff and defendant.

Mr. Amundsen specializes in:

Nationwide Expert Witness and Case Preparation Services Provided For Litigation Involving Automobile Industry Standards & Practices, Specializing in Dealership Operation, Relating to Sales, Leasing, Finance, New & Used Cars, Service & Parts. Auto Industry Veteran Since 1978. 

Issues:

Los Angeles Business & Resale Licenses
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