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Meier Fire Investigation Expertise
At Meier Fire Investigation, we’ve successfully investigated fires and explosions for attorneys and insurance companies across the US. Whether you represent the plaintiff, the defense or an insurance company, we’ll tell you what happened and help you get the best case outcome for your client. We may be small but we’re consistently considered one of the US’s most effective fire investigation companies.
Our clients trust us to investigate many kinds of fires and explosions. Explore our areas of expertise and some of the specialized types of fire and explosion investigations we can do for you.
House Fire Investigation Expert
How do you help your clients make sense of a devastating fire loss? Start by hiring an expert who knows residential fire investigations inside & out
Explosion Investigation Expert
Need to get to the bottom of an explosion accident? Get Expert Investigations for LP Gas, Propane, Battery & Ammunition Explosions.
Boat Fire Investigations
Large & small; private and commercial boat fire investigations of Boat, PWC, Yacht, Ship, Barge, Tug, Freighter, Tanker, Drilling Rig Fires.
Battery Fire & Explosion Investigations
Investigations for fires and explosions involving batteries.
Apartment Fire Investigation Expertise
Learn how we investigate Apartment Fires through an interview with fire expert Richard Meier.
Fire Investigation Expert
Using the scientific method, as dictated by NFPA 921, Richard Meier builds a clear picture of what happened and why.
Competent fire and explosion investigation is pivotal in minimizing your loss or maximizing your recovery. For this reason, it is crucial to ensure that all investigations are performed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with professional standards and legal requirements.
We provide our clients with the answers they need to assess the claim or case. Clients can then make informed decisions on how to what steps should be taken next, saving time and money.
- Plaintiff and Defense Expert
- Residential, Multifamily and Commercial Fire Investigations
- Industrial Accidents, Fires and Explosions
- Vehicle, Truck and Marine Fire Investigations
- Insurance Claim Investigations
- Insurance Subrogation
- Product and Premise Liability
- Arson Defense: Civil and Criminal
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Learn how you can pay less and get more with Meier Fire. Fire & Explosion cases are complicated enough. We make yours easier with our top-notch expertise, plain-english reports & testimony, no nonsense billing practices, competitive rates, and easy to use case portal.
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Fire & Explosion Investigation Services at Meier Fire
At Meier Fire Investigation, we handle your case from the scene to the courtroom and all the steps in between. Richard Meier’s training and experience helps move your case forward seamlessly.
Origin & Cause Investigations
Our Certified Fire and Investigation Expert uses the science in NFPA 921 to discover what happened and why.
Scene Inspections
Having a Fire Patterns Expert on scene ensures that your case is headed in the right direction.
Expert Testimony
Knowledgeable & approachable, our Expert Witness clearly communicates the your case to jury, judge & opposing counsel.
Evidence Examinations
MFI’s Certified Fire and Investigation Expert uses the science in NFPA 921 to discover what happened and why.
Laboratory Testing
Failure Analysis in our lab shows how things burn, what they’re made of materials, & how they fail.
Expert Reports
A strong Expert Report can advance your fire or explosion case.
Labels and Warnings
Mr. Meier is specially trained in safety warnings and spotting products with potential fire hazards.
Fire Code Research
Our Certified Fire Code Expert knows which codes apply and recognizes critical violations.
Rebuttal Witness
Late case surprises? Our expert NFPA 921 based opinions to rebut opposition arguments and strengthen your case.
Types Of Fires & Explosions Meier Fire Investigates
Fire Investigations are complicated. We help simplify the process. We give you a thorough, NFPA 921-based, scientific fire investigation. We convey our findings in plain English, not scientific jargon.
Fire Origin
Fire Cause
Responsibility
Fire Safety Standards
Fire Codes
Product Liability
NFPA 921 Fire Experts
Meier Fire Investigation
Get solid science and expert opinions you’ll actually understand on your next explosion investigation. Explosion science is complex. Meier Fire makes it easy for the jury to understand what happened.
- LP Gas Explosions
- Natural Gas Explosions
- Dust Explosions(diffuse fuel)
- Mechanical Explosions
- BLEVES
- NFPA 921 Explosion Experts
Vehicles
Car Fires – Pick-up Truck Fires – Commercial Vehicles- RV & Camper Fires – Electric & Hybrid Car Fires – Bus & Limousine Fires – Classic and Antique Cars
Boats
Personal/Pleasure Boat Fires – Commercial & Charter Vessel Fires – Yacht Fires – Cargo Ship Fires – Jetski & PWC Fires & Explosions – Maritime & Admiralty Fires – Marine Systems Fires – Marina Fires
Batteries
Laptop & Computer Fires – Cell Phone & Tablet Fires – E-Cigarette Fires & Explosions – Large Scale Power Storage Battery Fires – Lithium (Li-ion) Batteries – Traditional Batteries
Fireworks
Consumer Fireworks Accidents- Commercial Fireworks Accidents – Bystander Fireworks Accidents – User Fireworks Injuries – Fireworks Retailer and Plant Accidents – Fireworks Manufacturer Defense
Labels & Warnings
Labels & Warning Expert – Duty to Warn Issues
Label Deficiencies – Federal Law & Code Violations – Warning Design Failures
Hotels
Hotel Fires – Motel Fires – Egress Issues
Fire Code Violations – Fire Protection System Failures
Meier Fire Investigation: Team
Unequaled among US Fire Investigation Companies
Experienced, Qualified, Dedicated
You need an expert with the right degree, certifications and training. Check, check, check. MFI’s expert has all three. But, credentials alone aren’t enough to be successful in court. Communication and credibility are key. We know the science and we know how to present it. With experience with some of the top fire investigation companies and pioneers in the field, Richard Meier has the depth of experience to help you make your case a success.
We focus on making complex fire science interesting and easy to understand. The combination of our superior knowledge and great communication skills gives your case an extra advantage.
Richard Meier, CFI, CFEI, CFPS
Fire and Explosion Investigator
Mechanical Engineering Technologist
Associate Experts
Expertise on Demand
Christine Meier, ALM
Operations/Marketing
Videography