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How Weather Experts Win Personal Injury & Insurance Cases: Forensic Meteorology Explained

How Weather Experts Win Personal Injury & Insurance Cases: Forensic Meteorology Explained

Update: 2025-07-02
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What role does weather really play in personal injury and insurance cases? In this episode, Andrew Iacobelli sits down with forensic meteorologist John Bryant to uncover how weather data can make or break a case. John shares fascinating stories from his career, explains what forensic meteorology is, and reveals how certified weather data is used to reconstruct events for court.


You’ll learn:


-How forensic meteorologists investigate slip and falls, motor vehicle accidents, and property damage claims


-Why site inspections and certified data matter so much


-The difference between weather data sources—and the pitfalls of using the wrong one


-How weather experts help both plaintiffs and defendants, and why objectivity and ethics are crucial in expert testimony


-Whether you’re a lawyer, insurance professional, or just curious about how weather impacts legal cases, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world examples.


..and more


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How Weather Experts Win Personal Injury & Insurance Cases: Forensic Meteorology Explained


⏰ Timestamp:


00:00 Intro & The Power of Weather Data in Court

02:00 Meet John Bryant: From TV Meteorologist to Forensic Expert

05:30 What is Forensic Meteorology?

09:00 Types of Cases: Slip & Falls, Wrongful Death, Property Damage

16:00 Sun Glare, Site Inspections, and Complex Liability

24:00 The Importance of Certified Data

30:00 Florida Cases: Wind vs. Water, Lightning, and Insurance Claims

38:00 Ethics, Objectivity, and the Role of the Expert Witness

45:00 Motor Vehicle Accidents & Microclimates

54:00 Mistakes Lawyers Make with Weather Data

1:05:00 Careers in Meteorology & Advice for Newcomers

1:12:00 How to Contact John Bryant


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ABOUT THE GUEST:


If you have questions about your case or need a forensic weather expert, you can reach John Bryant 24/7 at:


📞 901-283-3099

🌎 https://weatherandclimateexpert.com

🌎 https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-bryant-164a6614/


ABOUT THE HOST:


For legal questions or a FREE consultation, contact Iacobelli Law Firm:

📞 1-866-234-6093 (calls answered 24/7)

🌎 https://www.iacobellilaw.com (Ontario, Canada)

🌎 https://www.iacobellilawyers.com/ (Florida, USA & Texas, USA)


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This material is provided for informational use only and is not intended as legal advice. No lawyer-client relationship is formed by watching this video. If you have a legal question, consult a qualified attorney. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes; every case is unique.


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Video & Podcast Produced by 6Story

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How Weather Experts Win Personal Injury & Insurance Cases: Forensic Meteorology Explained

How Weather Experts Win Personal Injury & Insurance Cases: Forensic Meteorology Explained

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