Federal Court – SJM: Analysis By a Licensed Meteorologist Like Altschule is Persuasive

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The Government offers the forensic weather report of certified consulting meteorologist Howard Altschule to show there was a storm in progress at the time of Plaintiff’s fall.  (“Altschule Report”) and (“Altschule Affidavit”). The Altschule Report reveals that approximately twenty inches of snow fell in the Tillson area on February 13 and 14, 2014, resulting in twenty-six inches of snow on the ground on the morning of February 15.  Additionally, a melting and refreezing process occurred in the early morning hours of February 15, which caused new ice to form overnight. New snow fell throughout February 15, beginning at approximately 5:05 AM. New York courts have explained that evidence of a storm in progress “is especially persuasive when based upon the analysis of a licensed meteorologist,” such as Altschule

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As the challenge of getting insurance claims properly paid becomes increasingly difficult, it is really great to have in our tool kit, a meteorologist that understands what kinds of information and details we need. We have utilized Forensic Weather Consultants meteorological services on several cases that require site specific weather data and find that our claims are treated more seriously not only by the adjusters but also the experts that insurance companies increasingly rely upon.

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Howard Altschule made a great expert witness in a complex motor vehicle vs. tractor trailer case where the weather played a critical role in understanding the liability aspect of the case. Howard was easy to work with and quite knowledgeable in the area of forensic meteorology. He also adapted well to some unpredictable rulings received from the Court and developed a good rapport with the jury. I would not hesitate to use Howard again in any future trials!

Edward J. Smith III

Defense Trial Attorney

Good Morning Howard. I am happy to report that the case was able to settle late yesterday evening and, as you know, you played an integral role in the happening of it all. We are indebted to you. Thank you again.

John Bromley

Attorney

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