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J Lucas Elrath

Bicycle Expert

Philadelphia, PA15 years+ years experience
Forensic Bicycle Engineering – Design, Manufacturing, and Crash Reconstruction

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Professional Summary

J Lucas Elrath, Bicycle Expert is a bicycle accident reconstruction expert specializing in commercial and personal injury litigation involving bicycles and wheeled vehicles. With a career encompassing bicycle design, manufacturing, and maintenance, he brings a comprehensive understanding of how these elements impact rider safety and accident causation. His work centers on investigating crash dynamics, assessing design and manufacturing defects, and evaluating whether maintenance practices contributed to accidents.

Mr. Elrath has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to bicycle design, manufacturing defects, and crash reconstruction. His B.S. in Electrical Engineering, along with certifications such as E-Bike Fundamentals Certification and Certified Bicycle Technician, 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 bicycle accidents and related safety issues.

Work Experience

J Lucas Elrath is currently the Principal at AFI Forensic in Philadelphia, PA, a position he has held since March 2020. He previously served as a Forensic Investigator at Robson Forensic in Philadelphia, PA from October 2012 to March 2020. Prior to his forensic roles, he was a Product Manager at Trek Bicycle Corporation in Waterloo, WI and at Advanced Sports Incorporated in Philadelphia, PA, accumulating over 15 years of professional experience.

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J Lucas Elrath specializes in technical investigations and crash reconstruction related to bicycles.

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  • 1bicycle accident litigation
  • 2bicycle design safety evaluations
  • 3bicycle manufacturing quality assessments

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Education

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering

    Temple University · 2004

Licenses

  • League of American Bicyclist Certified Instructor
  • Licensed by the International Mountain Bicycling Association
  • Licensed by the Professional Mountain Bike Instructor Association
  • USA Cycling race official
  • USA Cycling race director
  • USA Cycling race mechanic
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