John H Bryant
Federal Court-Qualified Forensic Meteorologist
About John Bryant
John H. Bryant is a rare triple-certified Forensic Meteorologist credentialed by the American Meteorological Society (AMS), the National Weather Association (NWA), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). With more than 30 years of combined broadcast and forensic meteorology experience, including 10 years as a Chief Meteorologist, he provides scientifically rigorous, court-ready weather reconstructions for high-stakes civil litigation.
Mr. Bryant specializes in translating complex atmospheric data into clear, defensible narratives for juries and regulatory bodies. His multi-sensor triangulation protocol cross-references Level II NEXRAD Doppler radar data, surface METAR observations, and dual-polarization radar variables to reconstruct weather events with site-specific precision at the exact time and location of loss.
He is retained on both plaintiff and defense matters and is available for trial testimony, deposition, and pre-trial strategic consultation across all federal and state courts nationwide.
Areas of Practices
01. Slip-and-Fall & Motor Vehicle Accident Analysis
02. Hurricane, Tornado & Severe Storm Reconstruction
03. Aviation Accident Weather Investigation
04. Wildfire Forensic Meteorology
05. Daubert-Compliant Reports & Trial Testimony
06. Nexus Letters
Select Case Results
Premises Liability: Slip & Fall on Ice
- NEXRAD Level II radar analysis
- GIS mapping
- Sun-Angle-Driven snowmelt analysis
- NWS bulletin timing review
Reconstructed ice formation timeline at the incident location and established that no measurable snow was present at the precise time and site of the fall. Overcame the opposing expert’s report. Matter settled favorably.
Wrongful Death: Flash Flood
- NEXRAD Level II radar analysis
- 2.5-hour rainfall-rate computation
- Site inspection
Reconstructed precipitation intensity and flood progression at the drainage site where a coach perished during a rescue. Findings were presented at mediation; the matter settled the following day.
Motor Vehicle Accident: Precipitation Dispute
- NEXRAD Doppler radar analysis
- Site-specific reconstruction · 2-hour window
Reconstructed ice formation timeline at the incident location and established that no measurable snow was present at the precise time and site of the fall. Overcame the opposing expert’s report. Matter settled favorably.
Property Insurance Dispute: Wind Damage
- Doppler velocity analysis
- Certified NWS storm report retrieval
Reconstructed wind conditions at a residential property following a damage denial attributed to wear and tear. Analysis recovered certified NWS storm reports that opposing counsel had represented did not exist. Resulted in an increased insurance payout for the claimant.
Ice Storm: Wind Damage/Jury Trial
- Synoptic wind reconstruction
- Atmospheric pressure analysis
- Trial testimony
Retained by the defense in a property dispute arising from an ice storm event in which the plaintiff sought a full dwelling rebuild. Reconstructed reasonable wind speed parameters during the storm. After three days of plaintiff testimony, the defense presented on day four; the matter settled before noon.
B.S. Geosciences, Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Mississippi State University
Technical Skills & Methodology
NEXRAD Level II & Dual-Polarization Radar Analysis
Interrogates raw, high-resolution radar data to reconstruct precipitation type, intensity, and movement. This is the core instrument in nearly every forensic weather reconstruction he conducts.
Multi-Sensor Data Triangulation
Cross-references radar, METAR surface observations, satellite imagery, and upper-air soundings simultaneously to produce a corroborated, court-ready reconstruction that withstands opposing expert scrutiny.
Freeze-Thaw, Ice & Precipitation Timeline Modeling
Reconstructs hour-by-hour surface conditions, such as ice accumulation, snowmelt, rainfall rate, and flood inundation, directly applicable across his most frequently litigated matter types.
Synoptic & Mesoscale Storm Reconstruction
Rebuilds the atmospheric dynamics of complex weather events like tornadoes, hurricanes, multi-storm sequences, and severe wind events to isolate causation at the site and time of loss.
Expert Background
Court Qualification & Litigation History
Retained across more than 20 civil matters spanning federal and state courts nationwide, with experience on both plaintiff and defense sides of litigation. Qualified in jury trials, depositions, and mediations, including a federal court matter in Vermont and jury trial testimony in Portland, Oregon. Notable results include a wrongful death flash flood case settled at next-day mediation and a $2M motor vehicle demand resolved just under $200K.
Speaking & Public Education
With 25 years of live broadcast experience, including 10 years as a Chief Meteorologist, Mr. Bryant has logged thousands of hours of unscripted, high-stakes on-air communication. He has lectured on forensic meteorology and flash flood wrongful death scenarios, served as a featured speaker at a national home services trade summit, and appeared on a long-form legal podcast focused on the intersection of weather science and litigation.
Geographic Coverage
Available nationwide for site inspections, deposition, and trial testimony in person or remotely. Consultation hours run Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM EST to 7:00 PM PST, with rush report delivery available within 48 to 72 hours for urgent litigation needs.
Why Choose John H. Bryant?
01
Triple-Certified Forensic Meteorologist
John Bryant is credentialed by the AMS, NWA, and EPA, a combination rare enough that no comparable forensic meteorologist currently holds all three simultaneously.
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Retained on Both Sides of Litigation
With a roughly 60/40 plaintiff-to-defense split across more than 20 matters, Mr. Bryant brings balanced, court-tested objectivity that reinforces credibility before judges and juries.
03
Federal Court-Accepted Methodology
His forensic reports have been accepted in federal court, including a multi-storm synoptic reconstruction in the U.S. District Court of Vermont, meeting the highest evidentiary standard in U.S. litigation.
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Next-Day Settlement Results
A wrongful death flash flood reconstruction contributed to a mediation settlement the following day. An ice storm jury trial settled before noon on day four of defense presentation.
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30+ Years of Combined Meteorological Experience
A career spanning broadcast, operational, and forensic meteorology, including 10 years as a Chief Meteorologist and an Emmy nomination for wall-to-wall severe weather coverage.
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Rush Report Delivery Within 48–72 Hours
Court-ready forensic reports can be delivered within 48 to 72 hours for urgent litigation needs, subject to scheduling.
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Published & Peer-Recognized
Lead author of an AMS-published abstract on meteorological ethics and co-author of two additional peer-reviewed works. Also a published contributor to the NALA 50th Anniversary Edition, bridging meteorological science and legal practice.
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Proven Under Cross-Examination
Mr. Bryant maintains authority and composure during intensive cross-examination, a skill directly transferable from the anchor desk to the witness stand.
