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By Paul Stein
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Posted February 24, 2018

Honest Thoughts

The last two cases I worked on I was considered the most important witness. In other words the case win or lose depended on my testimony. One of the cases dealt with a fire vehicle accident and a [...]

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By Paul Stein
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Posted January 7, 2017

Be a person of a few words

During a deposition being a conversationalist is a bad idea. Attorney’s are good at twisting your words around to the point that they can use the words in a way you didn’t intend. Just answer the [...]

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By Paul Stein
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Posted December 22, 2016

The First Step When Receiving a Notice of Deposition

Did you know that when you receive a notice of deposition the first step is to contact your attorney. Share your concern with your attorney then be guided by his/her advice.

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By Paul Stein
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Posted December 10, 2016

Complacency Kills

One of the mantras I have always shared in my leadership training is “complacency in the fire ground can kill and complacency in the fire station can create big organizational problems.” The [...]

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By Paul Stein
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Posted November 7, 2016

Different Question Same Answer

I have been involved in a deposition where the opposing attorney was hostile. We were having a discussion about a water pressure hydraulic formula.  When I shared the formula with him he appeared [...]

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By Paul Stein
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Posted November 4, 2016

Depositions

Did you know that 90% of all cases are resolved before trial.Depositions are relatively short. Of all the depositions I have given only one lasted more than 3 hours.

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By Paul Stein
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Posted November 2, 2016

Preparing for a Deposition

First, talk to your attorney. Educate yourself on the process. Inform your attorney regarding everything you know about the case. Neither you or your attorney want to be surprised during the [...]

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By Paul Stein
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Posted October 14, 2009

Paul H. Stein, Public Safety Consultants

Public Safety Consultants provide competent expert witness services. Our fire, emergency medical, fire prevention and hazardous material experts are competent, intelligent, and highly educated [...]

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