Security Management Expert Witnesses

Elizabeth, Colorado

Security, Premises Liability - Cannabis, Marijuana, Crime Foreseeability, Risk Management, Security Breaches, Inadequate/Negligent Security, Perimeter Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Incident Response, Premises Liability, Access Control Systems, Security Assessments, Security Management, Video Surveillance, Security Audit

Professional accreditations, licenses, and certificates granted: Physical Security Professional (PSP), #15117, ASIS International, 2011 C-TPAT Certification - Securing the Supply Chain, 2009 Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)/Chemical-Terrorism Vulnerability Information Certification, 2009 Affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations: American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC) FBI InfraGard Security Industry Association (SIA) National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Mr. Wurtsmith is an independent security consultant specializing in a comprehensive range of services crucial for premises liability and security negligence cases. From meticulous pre-case reviews to detailed site/existing conditions analysis, he offers tailored solutions to enhance physical security measures and support legal strategies. His expertise spans research and discovery, data an...

Sarasota, Florida

Security, Premises Liability - Apartment Security, Parking Lots, Parking Garages, Terrorism, Bars/Lounges/Nightclubs, Security Guards, Transportation Security, Hotel Security, Security Management, Violent Crimes, Inadequate/Negligent Security, Special Event Security, Workplace Violence

Elizabeth Dumbaugh, CPP, is a premises liability and security consultant and testifying expert for THG Consultants, a firm whose consultants have conducted more than 1400 forensic evaluations of premises located in 46 states as well as in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Columbia, South America and Istanbul, Turkey. Elizabeth consults regarding security and safety aspects of commercial property management and conducts security audits for various types of commercial premises, including but not limited to: multi-family housing, resorts, hotels, retail and office space, nightclubs, and convenience stores. She is board-certified in security management, having earned the prestigious designation of Certified Protection Professional (CPP) from ASIS International, where she serves on the ASIS Leadership and Management Practices Council providing global security best practices to ASIS members. She is a Crime Prevention Practitioner, a designation awarded by the Florida Attorney General’s ...

Peachtree City, Georgia

Security, Premises Liability - Security, Premises Liability, Threat Assessment, Active-Shooter, Inadequate & Negligent Security, Workplace Violence, Security Management, Security Guards, Gas Station, Apartment, Parking Garage, ASIS, Physical Security, Asset Protection, Logistics Security, Investigations, WPV, SHRM, assault

Josh is a senior consultant at Group Nine Risk Consulting and a seasoned professional with over 20 years of career experience in corporate security and law enforcement. Josh is board certified in Security Management, having earned the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification through ASIS International. Globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals, the CPP demonstrates one’s knowledge and competency in seven key domains of security: Security Principles and Practices, Business Principles and Practices, Investigations, Personnel Security, Physical Security, Information Security, and Crisis Management. Josh is also a Certified Threat Manager (CTM) by The Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP). ATAP is a distinguished and dynamic organization that serves as a pivotal hub for professionals dedicated to the comprehensive field of threat assessment and risk management. Comprising a diverse community of experts from var...

Hudson, Massachusetts

Security, Premises Liability - Negligent/Inadequate Security, Workplace Violence, Security Management Consulting, Negligent Hiring and Retention and Training, Use of Force

Norman D. Bates, Esq., President and founder of Liability Consultants, Inc., is a nationally-recognized expert in security and the law. For over thirty years, he has been providing security management consulting services to private industry as well as court-certified expert witness services nationwide to both plaintiff and defense firms in civil cases regarding inadequate security, negligent hiring or training, and workplace violence. Mr. Bates regularly presents seminars on civil liability issues and has authored numerous articles and books on the subject. Mr. Bates recently co-authored a publication on “The Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations” published by the national Center for Victims of Crime and the National Crime Prevention Council. BIOGRAPHY OF NORMAN D. BATES, ESQ. Formerly, Mr. Bates was an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Northeastern University in Boston and Director of Security and Legal Counsel to the Saunders Hotel Corporation....

Las Vegas, Nevada

Gaming & Gambling, Premises Liability - Security, Surveillance, Bar/Nightclub, Dram Shop, Event Security, Hotel, Inadequate/Negligent Security, Investigations, Loss Prevention, Multi Unit Housing, Parking, Regulatory Compliance, Retail/Restaurant, Risk Assessment, Security Management, Title 31, Use of Force, Workplace Violence

Independent Security Consultant specializing primarily in gaming security and surveillance as well as premises liability with over 36 years of practical experience. Earned professional certification as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) from Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Certified Protection Professional (CPP) from ASIS International, Certified Surveillance Professional (CSP) with International Association of Certified Surveillance Professionals. Currently the President of the International Association of Certified Surveillance Professionals and is one of its founding members.

New Jersey

Security, Premises Liability - Negligent Security, CCTV, Surveillance, Lock, Access Control, Video Surveillance, Corporate Security, Alarms, Alarm, Door Hardware, Intrusion, CPTED, Burglary, Robbery, Security Guard, Security Management, Premises Liability, Premises Security, Security System, Lock Picking

Michael Glasser’s professional background includes two decades of professional experience providing security consulting, systems design and program management for major corporations, organizations and executive residences. He has provided security assessments, CPTED design, systems design, specification development, technical consultation, IT integration consultation, physical penetration test, physical security red team, expert witness, systems installation and project management services. Projects have been located in North America, South America, Europe, Middle East, Asia and additional locations around the world. Board Certified, Court Qualified, Areas of Expertise Physical & Electronic Security Design, Consulting, Maintenance and Operations Physical Security Hardware and Technology Security Doors and Hardware Physical Security Red Team Premises Security Security Management Information Security Policy and Technology Operational Security Penetration Testing Pro...

Brooklyn, New York

Security, Premises Liability - Negligent Security, CCTV, Surveillance, Lock, Access Control, Video Surveillance, Corporate Security, Alarms, Alarm, Door Hardware, Intrusion, CPTED, Burglary, Robbery, Security Guard, Security Management, Premises Liability, Premises Security, Security System, Lock Picking

Michael Glasser’s professional background includes two decades of professional experience providing security consulting, systems design and program management for major corporations, organizations and executive residences. He has provided security assessments, CPTED design, systems design, specification development, technical consultation, IT integration consultation, physical penetration test, physical security red team, expert witness, systems installation and project management services. Projects have been located in North America, South America, Europe, Middle East, Asia and additional locations around the world. Board Certified, Court Qualified, Areas of Expertise Physical & Electronic Security Design, Consulting, Maintenance and Operations Physical Security Hardware and Technology Security Doors and Hardware Physical Security Red Team Premises Security Security Management Information Security Policy and Technology Operational Security Penetration Testing Pro...

New York, New York

Jails & Prisons, Security - Correction Officer Policies & Procedures, Premises Liability, Use of Force, Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design, Standards of Care, Security, Security Management, Conditions of Confinement, Physical Security, Security Guard Negligence, Jail & Prison Practices, Negligent Security

Marcello is the founder of Preventive Security Assessment Services, LLC in New York City; a firm specializing in consulting, physical security and security training. He founded Preventive Security Assessment Services in 2021 following a long and successful law enforcement and security operations career that spanned over 30 years. Marcello was employed by the New York City Department of Corrections (NYCDOC) for over 20 years, retiring in good standing as a frontline Corrections Officer on Rikers Island in July 2011. During his tenure, he was responsible for managing risk in jail settings. His responsibilities included, preventing and managing hazards with conditions of confinement, search and seizure protocols, inmate classification / threat assessments, inmate safety, suicide prevention, exterior perimeters, video surveillance, access control, gathering and sharing intel, report writing, security assessments of physical jails and jail connected facilities. His work with the NYCDO...

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Security, Premises Liability - negligent security, inadequate security, inadequate security operations, bars, hotels, apartment complex, building security, security officer, security management, casino, nightclub, security consulting, security advisor, retail security, event security, security technology, video surveillance

William V. Durso, Jr., CPP, is the Founder and Principal Advisor of The Durso Group, LLC (TDG). Bill provides litigation support for cases involving inadequate security, negligent security, security management operations and premises liability. Bill has over 25+ years as security director, security consultant, technology guide and Security Master Plan Subject Matter Expert. Prior to his consulting career, Bill was a Security Director holding all positions and building a few departments from the ground-up. Bill has a unique background that encompasses security operations, security technology, security processes and procedures and facilities management. He has worked closely with Human Resources, IT, Legal, Boards of Director in assuring that his security programs meet or exceed expectations. Bill now uses the knowledge gained over those years as a Principal Security Advisor for companies that do not have the in-house expertise to assess, plan, develop and implement security master ...

Little River, South Carolina

Security, School Safety - Terrorism, School Security/Safety, Religious Facilities Security/Safety, Active Shooter Prep, Parking Lots/Garages, Entertainment Venues, Sports Arenas, Transportation Security, Hotel Security, Security Management, Inadequate/Negligent Security, Special Event Security, Workplace Violence

Joseph Tadrick, MBA, MS, is a premises liability and security consultant. Joseph provides consultation regarding security and safety aspects of commercial property management and conducts security audits for various types of commercial premises, including but not limited to: multi-family housing, resorts, hotels, retail and office space, entertainment venues, and sport arenas. He holds an MBA in Management/Marketing, an MS in Protection Management, and a BA in Psychology. In addition, Joseph was board certified in security management, having earned the prestigious designation of Certified Protection Professional (CPP) (expired 12/19) from ASIS International. As a vetted member of and speaker at InfraGard events, Joseph contributed to and developed a partnership between the FBI and the private sector by providing industry specific insights. Joseph’s training in physical security, force protection, and Intelligence began when he as a Naval Reserve Intelligence Officer supported th...

Texas

Security, Premises Liability - Apartment Security, Parking Lots, Parking Garages, Terrorism, Bars/Lounges/Nightclubs, Security Guards, Transportation Security, Hotel Security, Security Management, Violent Crimes, Inadequate/Negligent Security, Special Event Security, Workplace Violence

Elizabeth Dumbaugh, CPP, is a premises liability and security consultant and testifying expert for THG Consultants, a firm whose consultants have conducted more than 1400 forensic evaluations of premises located in 46 states as well as in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Columbia, South America and Istanbul, Turkey. Elizabeth consults regarding security and safety aspects of commercial property management and conducts security audits for various types of commercial premises, including but not limited to: multi-family housing, resorts, hotels, retail and office space, nightclubs, and convenience stores. She is board-certified in security management, having earned the prestigious designation of Certified Protection Professional (CPP) from ASIS International, where she serves on the ASIS Leadership and Management Practices Council providing global security best practices to ASIS members. She is a Crime Prevention Practitioner, a designation awarded by the Florida Attorney General’s ...

Mason, Texas

Security, Premises Liability - Inadequate/Negligent Security, Security Officers, Security Policy & Procedures, Security Management, Parking Garages, Parking Lots, Courthouse/Jail Security, Warehouse, Apartment, Security Training, Bars/Nightclub Security, Workplace Violence, Corporate Security

Billy K. Johnson, PSP is the owner and Principal Consultant of J-2 Security Services, LLC. Billy is a security consultant and testifying expert that specializes in negligent security and premises liability cases. He consults regarding the security and safety aspects of both commercial, governmental, and residential properties. He has performed security assessments for facilities and properties such as courthouses (Federal and State), jails, data centers, logistics warehouses, nightclubs, corporate office buildings, banking institutions, college campuses, apartment complexes, parking garages and surface parking lots, and medical/surgical centers. He performs case review, preparation of expert opinion reports, and testimony to assist in litigation. He is board-certified in physical security, having earned the designation of Physical Security Professional from ASIS International. He is certified as an instructor and practitioner in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)...

Ashburn, Virginia

Cybersecurity, Computers - Computer Forensics, Computer Investigations, Computer Security, Cyber Breach, Intellectual Property, Loss Prevention, Network Security, Security Management, Security Negligence, Trade Secrets, Security Standards, Data Privacy, Cloud Security, Patents, Apportionment, Infringement, Damages, Meta Data

Dr. Eric Cole is a computer and cybersecurity expert who has built a solid reputation in the information technology industry over the last three decades. His educational experience includes a master’s degree in computer science from the New York Institute of Technology, and a doctorate in Professional Studies from Pace University. Dr. Cole’s expert involvement in the cybersecurity industry is demonstrated by being appointed as the commissioner on cybersecurity for the 44th president, holding a position as a senior fellow at SANS, and being elected to the Purdue University Executive Advisory Board. His extensive real-world experience includes being the former Chief Technology Officer for McAfee, former Chief Scientist at Lockheed Martin, and former Program Manager at the Central Intelligence Agency. Currently, he is the CEO and Founder of Secure Anchor Consulting. His consulting clients include Fortune 500 companies, Fortune 50 companies, international organizations, and the feder...