Independent, evidence-based HR analysis on challenging and complex workforce matters — built on three decades of practice.
David Morris provides expert witness and litigation consulting services for plaintiff and defense attorneys on challenging and complex Human Resources (HR) issues.
David's education, training, and experience include more than three decades of governmental and private-sector professional experience, a Master's degree in HR Management, current doctoral work in Law & Public Policy, and the SHRM-SCP designation from the Society for Human Resource Management.
Allegations of sexual harassment, workplace discrimination, or retaliation carry significant financial and reputational risk. As a seasoned HR expert, David provides objective, evidence-based analysis to support legal teams in evaluating claims, policies, and organizational responses.
FMLA-related disputes are often complex and nuanced. With deep expertise in federal compliance and HR best practices, David assists attorneys in clarifying employer responsibilities, assessing procedural adherence, and identifying critical gaps in documentation or decision-making.
With decades of experience and national HR certifications, David brings clarity and authority to wrongful termination claims. He assesses employment practices, disciplinary actions, and termination procedures to determine alignment with industry standards and legal requirements.
Independent review of internal investigation methodology, witness handling, and documentation — assessing whether the process meets the standard of care expected of a competent HR function.
Analysis of employee handbooks, written policies, training records, and management decisions against generally accepted HR practice and applicable federal and state requirements.
Practical, defensible perspective on causation, comparator analysis, and employer/employee actions that bear on damages and mitigation in employment matters.
Confidential review of the complaint, key documents, and the HR questions actually in dispute.
Independent analysis grounded in HR standards, federal and state frameworks, and three decades of practice.
Clear, defensible written reports prepared to Rule 26 expectations and the standards of the venue.
Direct, plain-language testimony — calm under cross, anchored in evidence and HR fundamentals.
Based in Cleveland, Ohio, David provides Human Resources expert witness services for attorneys across the United States. For an initial intake conversation, contact David directly.
