Certified Marine Expert Testimony & Legal Support
Marine Litigation and Expert Witness.
Protect Your Case With Qualified Marine Survey Specialists.
Marine Litigation & Expert Witness Support
Hamilton & Hamilton Marine Surveyors provide expert witness and litigation support for marine-related legal cases involving damage disputes, fraud, construction issues, insurance claims, accident investigations, and vessel repair deficiencies.
Our certified surveyors supply clear, defensible opinions and professional technical reporting to support attorneys, insurers, and vessel owners.
We help clients build strong, evidence-based cases backed by industry standards and unbiased expert testimony.
Legal Cases We Assist With
Our expert witness services support a wide variety of marine disputes:
✓ Insurance claim disputes
✓ Accident & fraud litigation
✓ Repair workmanship disputes
✓ Contract or warranty issues
✓ Vessel valuation disagreements
✓ Damage liability clarification
✓ Fraudulent or exaggerated claims
Our expert reporting helps clarify responsibility, document evidence, and support fair outcomes.
What Our Expert Witness Services Include
Hamilton & Hamilton Marine Surveyors provide complete litigation support:
1. Comprehensive Evidence Review
- Examination of damage reports
- Review of previous surveys, repairs & maintenance history
- Comparison with industry safety and construction standards
2. Accident & Cause-of-Loss Evaluation
- Accident reconstruction
- Structural, mechanical, and electrical causation analysis
- Identification of pre-existing vs. new damage
3. Professional Documentation
- Insurance & court-approved reporting formats
- Photographic and video evidence
- Written technical opinions
4. Expert Court Testimony
- Clear, defensible communication of findings
- Guidance for attorneys and adjusters
- Support during negotiation, deposition, or trial
Why Expertise Matters in Marine Litigation
A qualified marine expert witness helps ensure:
✓ Accurate, unbiased technical opinions
✓ Clear valuation and damage assessment
✓ Legitimate vs. fraudulent claim identification
✓ Stronger legal arguments and settlement positions
✓ Reduced liability for insurers and owners
Our experience helps clients move forward with confidence and clarity.
Why Attorneys Choose Hamilton & Hamilton
With over 50 years of combined marine survey experience, Hamilton & Hamilton Marine Surveyors deliver:
- Certified ACMS® & ABYC surveyors
- Extensive Legal Case & Insurance Support Experience
- Technical Reporting Aligned with Industry Standards
- Clear, Court-Ready Evidence & Testimony
- Damage, Fraud, Liability & Repair Expertise
- Trusted Reputation Across the Florida Treasure Coast
Protect your legal case with certified expert support backed by real-world marine knowledge and professional integrity.
Service Areas
We proudly provide our marine services and marine surveys in:
Fort Pierce | Jensen Beach | Stuart | Palm City | Hutchinson Island | Hobe Sound | Tequesta | Jupiter | Palm Beach | Sebastian | Boca Raton | Fort Lauderdale | Miami
…and surrounding Treasure Coast Florida communities.