Categories: Automotive/Trucking The Role of Event Data Recorders in Accident Reconstruction TASA ID: 1308 On Tuesday, October 11, 2011, at 2 p.m. ET, The TASA Group, Inc., in conjunction with mechanical forensic engineering expert George H. Meinschein, P.E., presented a free, one-hour, interactive webinar, The Role of Event Data Recorders in Accident Reconstruction, for all legal professionals.In passenger cars and light trucks, Event Data Recorders (black boxes) are electronic devices that are capable of capturing information related to a crash. This technology has become increasingly recognized as another tool for use in reconstructing accidents. The stored data that is available from an EDR should be treated as evidence, indicating that preservation and spoliation issues apply. During this program, the presenter covered the following: The current status of Event Data Recorder (EDR) technology in passenger cars and light trucksAcronyms and terminologyThe various types of crash data available from an EDRHow EDR data is accessed and preservedHow EDR data can be used in accident reconstructionFederal regulations concerning EDRs About the ExpertGeorge Meinschein is a professional engineer who specializes in the field of mechanical engineering. He is a former automotive repair shop owner/operator who maintains current certifications as an ASE Master Automobile and Medium/Heavy Truck Technician. Since 1999, Mr. Meinschein has owned a forensic engineering company and has provided expert services and testimony in areas concerning machine design, product defects, mechanical engineering, repair shop practices, vehicle examinations, accident reconstruction, and vehicle/equipment fires. Previous Article Burns: Medico-Legal Considerations Next Article Proper Environmental Management of Industrial Equipment Print Tasa ID1308