Robert B. Rappaport

Robert B. Rappaport, CA P.I. Lic. No. 26789 is a fire and arson investigation expert specializing in fire origin and cause determination. With a career spanning fire service, arson investigation, and fire prevention, he brings a comprehensive investigative framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating fire scenes, assessing liability and subrogation potential, and evaluating whether fire codes and standards were adhered to.

Mr. Rappaport has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving fire and arson cases, insurance claims, and fire prevention disputes. His B.S. degree in Business Administration, along with certifications such as Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) and Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI), 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 fire origin and cause.