Captain John G. Jacobsen

Captain John G. Jacobsen is a maritime and accident reconstruction expert specializing in marine and maritime incident analysis and accident reconstruction. With a career spanning maritime operations, piloting, and accident analysis, he brings a comprehensive understanding of navigational and operational frameworks to litigation work. His work centers on investigating maritime accidents, assessing compliance with navigational rules, and evaluating whether operational standards were met.

Mr. Jacobsen has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial vessel operations, cruise ship incidents, and pleasure craft safety. His B.S. in Marine Transportation, along with his Master & Pilot License, U.S. Coast Guard, Port of Miami Harbor Pilot License, State of Florida, and Port of LA/LB Pilot License, U.S. Coast Guard, 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 maritime operations and safety regulations.