About Northwest Collision Reconstruction Services

“Determining the truth of the matter is my passion… providing you with that evidence is my service”

I served 28 years as a Washington State Patrol Investigator, 23 as a Certified Collision Technician and Reconstructionist, and now have 10 years as a Collision Reconstructionist in private practice.  I am an accredited member of the Accreditation Commission of Traffic Accident Reconstructionists (ACTAR) which is an internationally recognized association that sets standards of competency and ongoing training in the discipline of collision investigation science and technologies. 

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Marc provides demonstrative exhibits through detailed photography, scene and vehicle measuring, scale 3D CAD drawings and animations for courtroom use, and testifies as an expert witness in both Washington and Oregon courts. His guidance and expertise is frequently sought by personal injury attorneys and public defenders. Marc has instructed at the Washington State Patrol Academy and various police agencies in the field of collision investigation at the advanced, technical, and reconstruction level. Topics taught include Formula Derivations, Occupant Kinematics, Conservation of Linear Momentum, and Laws of Physics.

Momentum Analysis

a methodology to determine impact speeds through vehicle weights, travel distances and angles.

a methodology to determine impact speeds through vehicle weights, travel distances and angles.

Crush Analysis

a methodology to determine impact speeds through damage profiles and unique vehicle crush coefficients.

a methodology to determine impact speeds through damage profiles and unique vehicle crush coefficients.

3D Collision Animation

Some of the most compelling visual demonstrable exhibits are animations of the collision unfolding from various perspectives.

Some of the most compelling visual demonstrable exhibits are animations of the collision unfolding from various perspectives.

Testimonials

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Listen to what others have said that have used my collision reconstruction in prosecuting cases and in ensuring a just litigation settlement through my forensic services.

“(Marc) Boardman has appeared before me several times in both district and superior court as an expert witness in the field of accident reconstruction.  In all cases he testified from a vast knowledge of his subject, presenting information to the fact-finder in a meticulous, organized fashion.  Additionally, he is always persuasive: I cannot recall a case he did not “win”.

I find I am always relieved when Trooper Boardman presents as a witness.  As the judge, I know his position, at least, will be thoroughly and competently represented.  I also know that what he says is what happened – his word is his bond, and he is utterly trustworthy…” 

Brian Altman
Superior Court Judge, Klickitat & Skamania Counties

 
It is my privilege to write a letter of reference for Marc Boardman as he applies to become ACTAR certified.
 
Trooper Boardman has supported the department’s collision investigation program since I have known him.  Marc has been instrumental in the work that the Washington State Patrol’s Collision Investigation Committee (CIC) has done to improve the quality of professional collision investigations conducted by law enforcement in the State of Washington. 
 
Marc always conducts a thorough, professional, and in-depth investigation.  He has established a reputation in the patrol as an excellent collision investigator and has received praises from his peers, prosecutors and defense attorneys.  Trooper Boardman has years of experience as a collision reconstructionist.  He can be counted on to represent his profession in a positive light and perform his duties to the best of his abilities.

Dale Retzlaff
FOB Sergeant - Collision Reconstructionist, Washington State Patrol

“As a deputy prosecuting attorney, I was privileged (and, maybe, darned lucky) to have Marc as an expert witness in vehicular homicide trials during his time with the Washington State Patrol. He is a capable, clear witness, able to explain technical details to the jury in a lucid, engaging manner. I have also worked with Marc on a number of other collision reconstruction cases, some resulting in criminal charges and, more important, some in which Marc’s work exonerated an innocent driver. He was unfailingly professional and helpful. I cannot recommend him highly enough.”

Kate Matthews
Senior Deputy Prosecutor, Klickitat County

 I just wanted to take a moment and thank you for taking the time yesterday to testify in regards to the D****** matter.  I greatly appreciate the professionalism and the level of preparedness that you exhibited during your testimony.  Your testimony was extremely helpful in tying together the facts of this case and should greatly help the trier of fact to ascertain the truth…

Rob McKenna
Attorney General of Washington

“(Marc) Boardman has appeared before me several times in both district and superior court as an expert witness in the field of accident reconstruction.  In all cases he testified from a vast knowledge of his subject, presenting information to the fact-finder in a meticulous, organized fashion.  Additionally, he is always persuasive: I cannot recall a case he did not “win”.

I find I am always relieved when Trooper Boardman presents as a witness.  As the judge, I know his position, at least, will be thoroughly and competently represented.  I also know that what he says is what happened – his word is his bond, and he is utterly trustworthy…” 

Christine O
Gregoire, Attorney General of Washington

 

I have worked with Marc Boardman since 2001.  During that time I have had the opportunity to observe Trooper Boardman’s expertise in the area of collision reconstruction on numerous occasions.  On at least two occasions cases prepared by Trooper Boardman involving collision reconstructions have proceeded to jury trials.  In both of those instances Trooper Boardman’s attention to detail and meticulous work have allowed the Klickitat County Superior Court to qualify him as an expert witness in this field.  Both trials resulted in convictions.  In discussing the cases with the jurors they all voiced their appreciation for Trooper Boardman’s knowledge and ability to relay information to the jury.

As a deputy prosecuting attorney I know when I receive reports from Trooper Marc Boardman that they will be thorough and complete.  I know that if Trooper Boardman reaches a conclusion in a collision reconstruction I can trust his opinion completely.  Based on all of the work I have done with Trooper Boardman over the years it is my honor and privilege to provide this endorsement of him.  If you have any further questions please contact me at any time.


Craig Juris
Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Klickitat County

Case Examples

UAV Photogrammetry and Point Cloud rendering, Crush Energy Analysis, Traffic Signal Systems, Heavy Truck Reconstruction, Occupant Kinematics, Car-Pedestrian Investigations, Electronic G-Force and Surface Coefficient Measuring, Excel spreadsheets for ranging reconstruction variables, Pedestrian/Bicycle Crash Investigation, and Vector-Momentum Analysis.

Our Mission Expert Analysis

I am available to evaluate your case file and consult on the best course of action based on the evidence available, possible supplemental information needed, and what compelling exhibits may be presented to the trier of fact.

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    I am the principle consultant and owner of Northwest Collision Reconstruction Services (NCRS). I have investigated over 2000 collisions to include those involving multiple fatalities, felonies, commercial vehicles, trains, motorcycles, pedestrians, and bicycles (30+ years experience). I have been called to assist in the investigations of complex crime scenes, assaults, murders and other felonies. I provide detailed photography, scene measuring, scale CAD diagrams, 3D animations for courtroom use, and testify as an expert witness in both District and Superior Courts. My guidance and expertise has been sought by prosecutors and other Law Enforcement agencies. I have instructed at the Washington State Patrol Academy and various police agencies in the field of collision investigation at the advanced, technical, and reconstruction level. Topics taught include Formula Derivations, Occupant Kinematics, Conservation of Linear Momentum, and Laws of Physics.

    I am available to evaluate your case file and consult on the best course of action based on the evidence available, possible supplemental information needed, and what compelling exhibits may be presented to the trier of fact.

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    Marc Boardman Principal Consultant

    I am available to assist in any of your personal injury cases that involve motor vehicle collisions. I render 3D graphic scale scenes to augment my reconstruction reports and often use animations to demonstrate my time and distance analysis for clients using FARO Zone 3D, the leading reconstruction software and CGI engine in the industry. I find that demonstrating visually what I have calculated mathematically is very compelling for the ultimate trier of fact in litigations.