Gym Expert Witnesses

Newport Beach, California

Products Liability, Manufacturing - Fitness, Fitness Equipment, Gym, Treadmill, Bicycle, Group Cycle, Spinning, Strength Training, Weight Training, Product Quality, Asia Manufacturing, Human Factors, FMEA, DFMA, Design for Serviceability, Products Liability, Premises Liability, IP Litigation , Patent Litigation

Over 25 years in the fitness equipment and bicycle industries bringing to the table a well-rounded professional perspective. From Mechanical Engineer designing products to head of Product Development & Quality ensuring manufacturing process and sourcing excellence, my expertise covers a wide spectrum of technical disciplines. With experience in technical field service training and being an avid user of fitness and bicycle equipment, I can also relate well with the plaintiff’s side of a product liabilities claim. I have provided testimony and sat as the most knowledgeable defense party on over 65 depositions as well as participated in mediations and litigations in the states of Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, New Jersey, New York, Texas as well as well as internationally in Canada, China, and Hong Kong. During college and after graduation, I was employed as a Mechanical Designer then Mechanical Engineer in the bike industry for Profile Design & Primo Products. I...

Leesburg, Florida

Athletics & Recreation, Biomechanics - Health club, Gym, Fitness, Personal training, Exercise, Gym equipment, Fitness equipment, Exercise equipment, Treadmill, Weightlifting, Bicycle, Cycling, Baseball, Softball

Mr. Baumgarten has 40+ years of experience in the fitness and sports industry, including working as a personal trainer, program manager, business owner, facility designer, equipment salesperson, etc. He is a Harvard graduate with a Masters degree in Exercise Science as well as certification from the American College of Sports Medicine (Health-Fitness Director), National Academy of Sports Medicine, and as a Medical Exercise Specialist. He has been an adjunct professor at Marymount University; editorial Board member and columnist for Fitness Onsite magazine; and a columnist for Boardroom magazine. His management experience includes hiring, training, and supervision of fitness personnel; management of multiple fitness clubs; and equipment maintenance and safety issues. Mr. Baumgarten has decades of experience in competitive and recreational sports -- as a competitor, coach, and official. In baseball, he has competed for over 40 years, earning multiple all-star accolades in Men's ...

Freehold, New Jersey

Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Injury, Standard of Care, Rehabilitation, Health Club, Personal Training, Personal Trainer, Fitness, Gym

Dr. Wolpov has practiced in the physical therapy industry for over 38 years, and she specializes in the outpatient orthopedic setting. In 1987, Dr. Wolpov graduated from Ithaca College with an undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. She began employment as a PT in a variety of settings, including acute care in hospitals, and subacute care in nursing homes, home care, and assisted-living facilities. She also worked with athletes from the U.S. Olympic Team and for the NY Giants. In 2001, Dr. Wolpov graduated top of her class, with a 4.0 GPA and an MBA from Monmouth University. In May 2002, Dr. Wolpov opened Game Shape Physical Therapy and Fitness Center in Manalapan, NJ. Game Shape is a premier full-service physical therapy facility, also offering exclusive one-on-one personal training and fitness memberships. Game Shape is a Rehabilitation Network - Participating Location with the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City. In late 2023, Game Shape Physical Therapy was so...

Commack, New York

Athletics & Recreation, Risk Management - Playground Equipment, Playground Supervision, Physical Education, Gym, Athletics, Health Club, Fitness equipment, Exercise equipment, Fitness Instruction, Weight Room, Sport Facility, Lacrosse, Coaching, Playgrounds

Professor Heraghty currently serves as Academic Chairperson of Health, Physical Education & Sport Management at SUNY Suffolk. Prior to this role, he was the Fitness & Aquatics Director and Head Lacrosse Coach at Suffolk. He is a Certified Playground Safety Inspector credentialed by the National Recreation and Park Association and is also certified by the National Program for Playground Safety. He currently serves on the Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities committee with the American Society for Testing and Materials International (ASTM). Professor Heraghty specializes in Risk Management Programs for various types of sports, recreation, and fitness activities, as well as the preparation of expert opinions for both plaintiffs and defendants, in conjunction with recreation and sports personal injury cases. SPECIALITY FOCUS: Playground Equipment Accidents, Gym, Playground Supervision, Recreation, Fitness, Physical Education, Athletic, Health Clubs, Lacrosse, Weight ...

Niagara Falls, Ontario

Athletics & Recreation, Biomechanics - Personal training, Strength and conditioning, holistic nutrition, fitness facility safety, health club, gym, fitness, excercise, fitness equipment, exercise equipment, treadmill, weightlifting, olympic powerlifting, medicine ball, fitness injury, kettle bell, equipment safety, excercise science, exercise injury, trainer negligence

Nathane Jackson, BA, CSCS, RHN Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist | Registered Holistic Nutritionist | Fitness & Biomechanics Expert Ontario, Canada nathane@nathanejackson.com | www.nathanejackson.com Professional Summary Nathane Jackson has over 25 years of experience in the fitness and performance industry, including work as a strength and conditioning coach, holistic nutritionist, gym designer, personal trainer, and business owner. He is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN), with extensive training in biomechanics, functional movement, and rehabilitation. While an overall fitness expert, Mr. Jackson currently focuses on strength and conditioning coaching for amateur and professional golfers, helping them enhance biomechanics, reduce injury risk, and increase power and mobility. He has also designed and managed large-scale wellness facilities, trained and supervised staff, and developed safety and operational ...

Flower Mound, Texas

Risk Management, Premises Liability - Gym Management, contracts, onboarding, gym injury, litigation support, Gym Related legal matters, leases, safety standard, wrongful death, gym expert witness, personal injury, non compete, employees training, OSHA compliance, liability, best practices, premises liability, fitness business

As the founder and president of Fitness Management USA, Inc., I bring over 35 years of expertise in the fitness and health club industry, helping gym owners and operators achieve their goals. My mission is to empower gym businesses—whether launching, scaling, or navigating a turnaround—with proven strategies, customized solutions, and actionable insights. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with gyms of all sizes, from boutique studios to expansive multi-location operations. I specialize in: * Turnaround Consulting: Revitalizing underperforming gyms with strategic solutions that generate measurable growth. * New Gym Startups: Guiding entrepreneurs through every step of launching their dream fitness business. * Sales & Marketing Coaching: Equipping teams with the skills and confidence to drive membership and revenue. * Management & Operations Consulting: Streamlining processes and fostering high-performing teams. * Gym Brokerage: Assisting in buying or selling gym businesses wit...