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Security Expert Witness Chris E. McGoey Jonesborough, Tennessee

Security Expert Witness Chris E. McGoey qualified to testify as an expert in state and federal courts for 39 years.

  • I specialize in evaluating premises liability litigation cases that alleged violent crime and injury were foreseeable and the security plan was inadequate or that a security guard was negligent, made a false arrest, or used excessive force.
  • As a security consultant, I investigate pre-litigation incidents to gather necessary evidence, interview witnesses, perform crime risk and security plan assessments, and produce forensic photography.

Security Expert Witness Chris E. McGoey

Chris E. McGoey, CPP, CSP, CPI, ICPS, CAM
Office in Jonesborough, Tennessee
53 Years – Education, Training, Experience
39 Years – Certified Security Consultant
38 Years – Licensed Private Investigator
8000 Crime Risk Security Assessments
Premises Liability Security Expert Witness
Testified at 500 depositions – 100 trials

Reasons to Retain Security Expert Chris E. McGoey

  1. Premises security negligence cases are highly specialized with many discovery pitfalls. A qualified standard of care security expert can offer industry-specific guidance and render credible opinions at trial.
  2. I’m a specialist after four decades of investigating similar civil claims alleging premises liability, inadequate security, security guard negligence, false arrest, or excessive use of force.
  3. I wrote two books about my methodology for evaluating what crimes were reasonably foreseeable and if security was adequate or not in premises liability litigation cases from my perspective as a career crime prevention professional.
  4. It’s a tactical advantage to retain me from the beginning. I will narrow your focus during the investigation, and discovery phase, and when formulating a strategy from Complaint to Closing Argument.

Security Expert Witness Qualifications Matter to a Jury

My biography of education, training, and experience spans 53 years. My 110-page resume and engagement agreement package are available to attorneys that wish to retain me.

Chris E. McGoey is highly acclaimed in testimonials by both plaintiff (42%) and defense law firms (58%) that have retained him for 39 years in cases in State and Federal Courts.

I have testified in litigation matters involving allegations of inadequate security, crime foreseeability, premises liability, retail loss prevention, and security officer negligence matters involving allegations of negligent hiring, training, supervision, misconduct, false arrest, false imprisonment, and excessive use of force.

Testimonials for Chris E. McGoey as a Security Expert Witness

Trial Attorneys say Jury Verdicts Matter


” DEFENSE VERDICT! Your strong credentials and presentation to the jury about the training of nightclub bouncers were a factor in getting a favorable verdict. Your expert discovery guidance assisted us greatly to build an affirmative defense.”


” I want to thank you on behalf of my client who is now financially able to live a decent life after being shot inside a 24-hour restaurant and rendered quadriplegic. Thanks in part to your work as a security consultant, a jury awarded my client $46.4 million, which is the largest premises liability negligent security case verdict in the State.”


” Our negligent apartment security lawsuit settled on the first day of trial for $7.8 million due in part due to your incredible assistance, keen analysis, and case preparation. This settlement will finally put this 4½ year’s battle to rest and will help the father and children negotiate their future.”


” The jury returned a favorable verdict and awarded my clients $4.2 million in our nightclub wrongful death case. The depth of your professional resume and quality of expert testimony at deposition and trial were so impressive that opposing counsel didn’t produce an expert to contradict you. We will readily recommend you as a nightclub safety expert, especially in a high-profile case like ours.”


” I just settled my personal injury case yesterday for $2.7 million. I had a great experience working with you and hope to do so again soon. I will be happy to recommend you to other attorneys with cases in this area.”

Trial Attorneys say Retaining Chris E. McGoey Matters

” I have to honestly say that Mr. McGoey is a well-qualified security consultant. The quality and style of testimony in my complex wrongful death case rank in the top 5% of all depositions I have observed in my twenty years of practice. I can highly recommend him.”


” Don’t go to trial without Chris McGoey. He is a master at talking with the jury and boiling down complex and technical issues into easy-to-understand concepts and visual images.”


” I witnessed a masterpiece of organization and language skills at work during a deposition in my wrongful death civil case involving issues of false arrest and excessive use of force. Mr. McGoey’s presentation and analysis were so thorough and focused the case was settled soon afterward. I strongly recommend Chris McGoey as a security consultant for cases in this area.”


” I was referred to you by opposing counsel (from another case) who you impressed at a deposition with your preparedness, level of organization, and your ability to analyze and discuss volumes of evidence. He said he wished he had you on his side and maybe the outcome of that litigation would have been different.”

Trial Attorneys Want Professionally Written Reports

” Your expert report is simply amazing. I have been in practice for over thirty years and your report ranks in the top three I’ve ever read for thoroughness, accuracy, and organization. I must admit, I’ve had a hard time getting my mind around this complex wrongful death case, but you pulled it together nicely in a format that makes perfect sense.”


” Today we resolved at mediation what we thought was a very complicated case. Your expert declaration boiled down many disputed liability and negligence questions to a handful of crystal-clear concepts that made the assessment of liability obvious to all parties and the mediator. Your lucid distillation of facts and standard of care discussion was persuasive and guided our decision.”


” Our Summary Judgment Motion was Granted! The judge commented that your expert declaration was so comprehensive that there were no triable issues of fact remaining for a jury to consider in our apartment wrongful death case.”

Trial Attorneys Want Discovery Assistance from an Expert

” Chris McGoey exceeded our expectations as a security expert. He gave us more value by assisting us greatly during discovery, witness depositions, and cross-examination of opposing experts in a high-exposure case. The case was resolved favorably largely due to Mr. McGoey’s assistance.”


” Any attorney who signs a premises liability case should retain Chris McGoey immediately to begin work as a security consultant and expert witness. He will help organize and investigate the necessary liability issues. He is without a doubt the finest security expert I have come across in twenty years of practice.”


” Chris McGoey helped us resolve a case swiftly and for much less than we could have hoped for thanks to his keen insight and analysis into a high-profile apartment rape case. I would retain him again and highly recommend his firm.”

Benefit from my Security Plan Development Experience

Security Expert Chris E. McGoey performed over 8000 security plan assessments on business and residential properties. His experience shows when testifying at deposition or trial about:

Apartments, Condominiums, Hotels, Motels, public housing, homeless shelters, Convenience Stores, Liquor Stores, Nightclubs, Bars, Gas Stations, Fast-Food Restaurants, Resorts, HOAs, Grocery Stores, Retail Stores, Restaurants, Shopping Centers, Office Buildings, Industrial Complexes, Banks, ATMs, Universities, Schools, Hospitals, Movie Theaters, Casinos, Convention Centers, Sports Stadiums, Arenas, Parking Lots, and Garages.

Benefit from my Crime Risk Assessment Experience

Security Expert Chris E. McGoey has valuable experience analyzing the cause, and effect, and recognizing preventive solutions for foreseeable acts of:

Homicide, Kidnap, Rape, Sexual Assault, Robbery, Stalking, Carjacking, Aggravated Assault, Simple Assault, Battery, Gang Activity, Drug Activity, Assault with Deadly Weapon, Weapons Screening, Residential Burglary, Commercial Burglary, Auto Theft, Auto Burglary, Shoplifting, Grand Theft, Racial Profiling, Petty theft, Employee Theft, Vandalism, Loitering, Trespassing, Fraud, Identity Theft, Bullying, False Arrest, False Imprisonment, and Excessive Use of Force, Active Shooter, and Violence in the Workplace.

How do I Retain Chris E. McGoey to Work as a Security Expert Witness

Start with a Free Initial Telephone Consultation – 951-461-8950

  1. Attorneys contact me by telephone or email to clear any conflicts before revealing the facts or case strategy in detail.
  2. If the attorney and I agree to work together, I will forward my 110-page resume along with my one-page biography, engagement agreement, and cover letter with retention instructions.
  3. A signed engagement agreement and retainer check must be received before expert disclosure.

Since I’m not always available by phone, it’s best to send a message to me by Email: Chris@CrimeDoctor.com

Premises Liability Case Consultation and Discovery Assistance

Only need help with litigation case analysis?

In cases where Mr. McGoey is unable to be retained as a testifying security expert witness, he may be available to work hourly as a confidential security consultant to provide detailed case evaluation, comprehensive discovery assistance, deposition and trial preparation strategies, and help with opposing expert cross-examination.

Sometimes, it’s beneficial to hire me to write a comprehensive expert report or create exhibits for mediation or case settlement purposes.

I wrote two books and published many articles on the subject of Premises Liability Litigation and I’ve reviewed thousands of litigation case files involving most crime types and property types.

I can quickly evaluate the evidence in your case and recommend a strategy for optimizing discovery and for the presentation of facts at trial.

Learn More about Premises Liability Litigation

Download the 115-page eBook written by Security Expert Chris E. McGoey

  • Security Expert’s Guide to Premises Liability Litigation
  • Evaluating Crime Foreseeability and Inadequate Security Cases

Chris McGoey has authored a tremendous practical guide about premises liability litigation for attorneys, security consultants, risk managers, landlords, law enforcement, and business operators.

“You won’t find a better book on this subject!”

If you’re a trial lawyer, you simply “Must Read This Book”

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Biography of Chris E. McGoey

Testimonials from a few clients

Speaking Engagements

Media Interviews

Premises Liability Litigation Book

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Chris McGoey Blog Article Index

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Contact Security Expert Chris E. McGoey

Jonesborough, Tennessee

951-461-8950

Chris@CrimeDoctor.com

Premises Security Expert; Premises Liability Security Expert; Service area: Eastern and southern USA, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Missouri, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, Florida. After 39 years of serving California, Nevada, Arizona, Washington.

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Podcast Reviews

  • Great information and insight
    June 13, 2018 by djpoland from United States

    I have been listening to this podcast now for several months. It is one of the best sources of information concerning crime, security, and ways of making your home and business safe. Keep up the good work. Thank you for all you do to help so many people. DJ in Scottsburg, IN

  • Interesting, provocative, relevant and riveting
    July 29, 2017 by Lindapre from United States

    This is a very valuable service and I appreciate this high level of expertise to keep me knowledgeable, safe and sound. Everyone should subscribe and stay well-informed. Thanks Chris!

  • 10 reasons why burglars might choose your home
    July 28, 2017 by binwoodside from United States

    I am not one of those people who believes there is a bad guy behind every bush but Chris offers good advice that can be very useful to all of us. His tips can prevent us experiencing a home robbery due to our own carelessness. It amazes me that people use social media to advertise their absence from their homes. There are plenty of other points of carelessness Chris describes that also advertises to burglars. His voice is easy to understand and listen.

  • Educational eye-opening strategies for crime prevention
    October 22, 2015 by taylor826 from United States

    He pretty much covers the gamut of high-risk scenario from personal safety to commercial property security. He provides insights to how criminals could perceive potential victims as vulnerable. I don't own commercial property or a business, but the security best practices he outlines which mitigate potential crimes in multiple industries, also increases my awareness to avoid such businesses/locations that don't implement those policies. You don't want to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.

  • Excellent content
    July 1, 2015 by Ken Burgin from Australia

    Chris has been the ‘crime doctor’ for many businesses over the years - not much he hasn’t seen and fixed! Great to have his expertise coming to us directly through his podcast interviews. Highly recommended!

  • Crime School Radio is a Winner!
    June 18, 2015 by Liquor License Advisor from United States

    As a security expert, Chris McGoey was and continues to be a trailblazer. First, his informative website and book. Now this convenient, cutting-edge and educational podcast. Chris has an uncanny knack for knowing just what the world needs. With this show, he delivers vital information on safety and security in plain language that everyone can benefit from.

  • Helpful Content for Retail and LEO
    May 21, 2015 by StandardOfTruth from United States

    Chris is an industry expert with real world experience. It is also refreshing to hear a security podcast with crystal clear audio and presented in a professional way.

  • Fantastic! Informative and relevant.
    May 13, 2015 by isntrocketscience from United States

    I have seen Chris McGoey several times as a security expert on TV so I was curious to hear his Crime School podcast. As expected the podcast provides valuable information for keeping us safe and useful ideas for everyday life. I plan to listen to every episode. Keep 'em coming Chris.

  • Home Security Safe Room
    May 13, 2015 by TimInArizona from United States

    Outstanding! Very thorough. I would like to see police departments link to this audio as part of their crime prevention education of their citizens.

  • Great show about crime and loss prevention
    May 12, 2015 by CrimeRx from United States

    A great resource for new and veteran crime prevention practitioners. I have subscribed so I won't miss and episode.

Chris E. McGoey CPP, CSP, ICPS, CAM
McGoey Security Consulting
Jonesborough, Tennessee
951-461-8950
Chris@CrimeDoctor.com

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