Thomas H. Burtness

Thomas H. Burtness, PE, BSEE, CFEI is an electrical and lighting engineering expert specializing in lighting and electrical accidents and injury litigation. With a career encompassing electrical power systems, illumination engineering, and forensic investigations, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating lighting fixture accidents, assessing electrical construction defects, and evaluating whether electrocution and arc flash incidents meet industry standards.

Mr. Burtness has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to commercial and industrial lighting, roadway illumination, and electrical equipment failures. His Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, 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 electrical injuries and wrongful death.