David G. Smith, MS, PE, CSP

David G. Smith, MS, PE, CSP is a mechanical engineering and safety expert specializing in patent litigation and equipment safety. With a career encompassing product development, risk assessments, and accident reconstruction, he brings a multifaceted engineering perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating patent infringement, assessing equipment safety, and evaluating whether product liability standards have been met.

Mr. Smith has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving patent and personal injury cases in industries such as manufacturing, consumer products, and construction equipment. His Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with certifications as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Professional Engineer (PE), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving equipment safety and patent validity.