Timothy Borchers
Light Rail & Transit Systems Expert Witness
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Professional Summary
Timothy Borchers is a light rail and transit systems expert specializing in safety certification and regulatory compliance within public transportation projects. With extensive experience in both public and private sectors, he brings a comprehensive understanding of operational, technical, and regulatory frameworks to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing regulatory compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards of care have been met.
Mr. Borchers has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving light rail and streetcar accidents, automated people mover incidents, and transit bus accidents. His Bachelor of Business Administration in Management, along with a Certificate IV in Transport Management (Bus and Coach Operations), 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 transit system safety and regulatory compliance.
Work Experience
Timothy Borchers has over 36 years of experience in the transit and rail industry, currently serving as Principal at National Transit Services in Tampa, FL since 2018. His previous roles include Principal Consultant at SNC-Lavalin Rail & Transit Inc., Deputy Commissioner Public Works / Executive Director Atlanta Streetcar, and various managerial and consulting positions in the USA and Australia.
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Best Descriptor
Timothy Borchers is a specialist in light rail and transit systems, providing expert consultancy and witness services.
Best Use Cases
- 1expert witness in transit system safety cases
- 2consultancy for light rail project compliance
- 3regulatory support for transit operations
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View full reportEducation
Bachelor of Business Administration in Management
University of Miami · 2002
Certificate IV in Transport Management in Bus and Coach Operations
Monash University · 2002
Introduction to Transit Operations Planning
National Transit Institute · 2003
Light Rail Facilities System Design Program
Portland State University · 2004
Quality Assurance Control in Transit Projects
National Transit Institute · 2005
Management of Transit Construction Projects
National Transit Institute · 2007
Transit Bus System Safety
Transportation Safety Institute · 2016
Transit Rail System Safety
Transportation Safety Institute · 2016
Transit System Security
Transportation Safety Institute · 2016
Transit Safety and Security Audit Course
Transportation Safety Institute · 2016
Transit Rail Incident Investigation
Transportation Safety Institute · 2017