Expert Witness Services

Expert Witness Services for Hazardous Materials Cases

Chemical Exposure • Fire & Explosion • Transportation & Operational Failures

With nearly 30 years of experience in hazardous materials transportation, operations, and safety, STARS HazMat Consulting provides expert witness services for complex incidents involving chemical exposure, fires, explosions, and transportation-related failures.

As President and CEO, Wendy Buckley brings deep expertise in DOT hazardous materials regulations, as well as practical, real-world knowledge of how hazardous materials are handled across rail, highway, intermodal, and facility operations. Her work focuses on determining causation, evaluating operational practices, and identifying gaps between written procedures and actual execution.

  • Master of Science in Environmental, Safety & Health Management
  • Nearly 30 years of hands-on experience in hazardous materials operations
  • Former DOT Hazardous Materials Inspector (FRA)
  • Extensive experience evaluating real-world operations vs. written procedures
  • Proven expertise in hazardous materials incident analysis, causation, and regulatory compliance

Engage STARS HazMat Consulting for expert witness support that clarifies causation, strengthens your position, and addresses complex hazardous materials issues.

Expert witness services are available for cases involving:

  • Chemical Exposure: acute and chronic exposure incidents
  • Fire & Explosion: incidents involving hazardous materials and flammable substances
  • Transportation Incidents: rail, highway, and intermodal hazardous materials movements
  • Equipment Failures: tank cars, cargo tanks, valves, hoses, and transfer systems
  • Warehousing & Storage Operations: handling, segregation, and storage of hazardous materials
  • Loading, Unloading & Transfer Operations: bulk and non-bulk material movement
  • Operational Failures: breakdowns in procedures, training, and execution
  • Confined Space & Atmospheric Hazards: nitrogen/asphyxiation and toxic environments
  • Chemical Reactions & Incompatibility: improper mixing or material interactions
  • Alleged Exposure (No Release): cases involving exposure claims without a documented release
  • Improper Handling or Disposal: mismanagement of hazardous materials across the supply chain
  • Manufacturing & Processing Operations: chemical production, refining, and facility-based hazards

Our dedication to protecting workers, the public, the environment, and capital assets set our expert witness services apart. Contact us today to discuss your needs!

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