At David A Graham Associates, we provide independent expert witness services in road safety engineering, highway design, traffic management and collision investigation. We understand court procedures and the requirements involved in preparing expert evidence for legal proceedings.
Our report authors have undertaken specialist training in expert report preparation, including the Bond Solon training programme. Managing Director David A Graham is listed as a vetted expert on the UK Register of Expert Witnesses, where his work has been assessed and referenced by a law firm client. The Register also provides a reference for its vetted members. View our expert witness reference (PDF).
We aim to provide clear, independent and professional expert reports, supporting clients throughout the legal process while meeting the requirements of their instructions.
Our expert witness and collision investigation services can include attending collision locations, reviewing Police STATS19 reports and witness statements, considering reports from other experts, preparing detailed expert reports and giving evidence in court.
Whether instructed in connection with case management conferences or civil litigation, we provide an independent and professional service. We recognise our obligations under Part 35 of the Civil Procedure Rules and Practice Direction 35.
Our highway safety specialists can investigate and provide expert opinion on factors that may have contributed to a collision or incident, including:
Our expert witness work has included providing specialist advice and independent reports for individuals and organisations involved in a range of road safety cases.
In one high-profile case, David A Graham was instructed by a leading law firm to prepare an independent expert report on the adequacy of temporary traffic management arrangements following an incident in which a motorcyclist sustained life-changing injuries after colliding with a traffic sign and temporary traffic management equipment.
Other examples include:
If you require advice or expert witness support for a particular case, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
If you require independent expert witness services for a road safety, highway or collision-related case, contact David A Graham Associates to discuss your requirements.
