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Educational Requirements:

High School

Forensics, Auto Collision Technology, Mechanics, Government History, Psychology, Statistics, Criminology

College

Accident reconstruction engineers typically have a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, transportation engineering or biomechanical engineering. Some go on to earn a master's degree or a Ph. D. and undertake specialized training as well.

Northwestern, ACTAR, Penn State, Cedar Crest, Alvernia, PITT Bradford, University of New Haven, Michigan State, Columbia

Engineering, Bio Mechanics, Human Factors Engineering, Law

It is highly recommended to get specialized training before entering the field, as it also increases someone's chance of getting the job. There is also no specific degree for this job so people interested must complete a course to get certified.

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Forensics Career Researched:

Lauren Reehl Pd.1

Accident Reconstruction Analyst

September 20 2021

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Job Description:

Accident Reconstruction Analyst

Thorough inspection of the vehicle or vehicles involved in the accident

Analysis of vehicle and crash site images

Review of the traffic collision report, deposition transcripts, witness statements, crash test reports, published studies, and other documents

Evaluation of victims’ medical records to determine the consistency of injuries with the available evidence

Identifying the specific errors committed by the at-fault driver that led to the accident (establishing liability).

Determining how a defective motor vehicle or part contributed to the crash (potentially entitling you to compensation through a product liability claim).

Evaluating dangerous road conditions and their role in the accident; government entities may be liable for accidents caused by poor design and/or negligent maintenance of roads.

Equipment

Software Solution for Crash and Crime Reconstruction

Laser Trajectory Kit

Vehicle Database

Intelligent Mapping Solution

Laser Scanner and 3D Software Solution

Total Stations for Forensic Mapping

Traffic Accident Reconstruction Software

Diagram and Measure from Photographs

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Job Expectations:

Experience

The best approach is to require the candidate to have a strong background in a combination of accident investigation, the laws of physics, and law enforcement experience. Many expert witnesses have only one or two of the requisite areas needed to be qualified as an accident reconstructionist such as education and/or training.

Salary

The average Accident Reconstructionist salary in the United States is $84,049 as of August 27, 2021, but the salary range typically falls between $63,048 and $92,770. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Work Location

Accident reconstruction experts work for law firms, insurance companies, or consulting firms. They will also visit the scene of the actual location it took place as well.

In this career the analyst often works in a team setting and has to collaborate with many people and branches of work to conduct their investigation.

Expected Growth

The job positions within the job are teams of people. During an investigation, each member specializes on a specific aspect of the crime (engineering, crime scene forensics…). These positions are all equal but one person can become the leader of these groups and be responsible for the team and its members.

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Notable Case:

The Goodman Collision

Victim: Scott Wilson Suspect: John Goodman

The crime took place on February 12, 2010 and two years later was the court hearing

A Wellington, Florida intersection and canal

A high profile man named John Goodman and a college student named Scott Wilson got into a car accident that forced Wilsons car into a canal. Ultimately flipping it upside down underwater and drowning the student. Goodman was found an hour later near the crime scene slightly injured and smelling heavily of alcohol.

Two years later Goodman was convicted of DUI manslaughter with failure to render aid and vehicular homicide charges, marking the end of a nationally publicized case. He was sentenced to serve 16 years in prison. However the case has been reopened in 2020 in claim of jury misconduct.

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Self-Reflection:

Although this aspect of forensic science is interesting and plays a very important role in solving crimes, I don’t think I would pursue this job. I personally don’t have a strong desire to learn about cars and wouldn’t want to study their malfunctions and crashes everyday.

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Resources:

https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Criminologist

https://www.patrickdaniellaw.com/blog/accident-reconstructionist/#:~:text=What%20Do%20Accident%20Reconstructionists%20Do%3F&text=Thorough%20inspection%20of%20the%20vehicle,published%20studies%2C%20and%20other%20documents

https://successfulstudent.org/best-forensic-science-colleges/

https://www.patrickdaniellaw.com/blog/accident-reconstructionist/

https://www.evidencemagazine.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2861

https://www.salary.com/research/salary/posting/accident-reconstructionist-salary

https://www.evidencemagazine.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1256&Itemid=1