Decades of Operational Leadership in Music City

Bridging the gap between hospitality management and legal standard-of-care analysis in Nashville, Tennessee

Ryan Dahlstrom – Expert Witness

Ryan Dahlstrom is a expert witness with decades of hands-on experience in nightlife, hospitality, and entertainment venue operations. His work is grounded in real-world operational reality, not academic theory, providing attorneys with defensible opinions on standard-of-care issues.

Key Competencies:

Dram Shop & Alcohol Liability
Security Operations & Crowd Management
Premises Liability & Venue Safety

Preston Rideout – Expert witness

Preston Rideout brings specialized expertise in venue management and operational compliance. He assists in the forensic reconstruction of incidents involving alcohol service, security failures, and premises hazards. With over 25 years of experience as a nightclub and bar operations expert, he provides consulting, expert testimony, and risk management services for alcohol-related litigation nationwide.

Core Focus:

Alcohol Service Liability Evaluation
Nightclub & Bar Operations Review
Security Procedures & Risk Assessment

The "Nashville Authority" Advantage

Operational Reality

Opinions based on managing high-volume Nashville venues, not textbooks.

Forensic Evidence

Detailed review of surveillance, POS data, and training logs.

Legal Precision

Clear, defensible testimony for Nashville and Davidson County courts.

Comprehensive Litigation Support for Attorneys

We support attorneys at all stages of litigation, from pre-suit merit reviews through trial testimony. Our role is to provide clarity for the court by explaining industry practices and operational decision-making. As a trusted Nashville expert witness, we bring the local insight and courtroom experience attorneys need to build stronger cases.

Expert Deliverables Include:

Case Merit Reviews & Preliminary Findings
Standard-of-Care Expert Reports
Rebuttal Reports & Deposition Preparation

Secure A Confidential Consultation

If you are an attorney handling a case involving dram shop liability, alcohol overservice, security negligence, or premises liability in Nashville, contact Ryan Dahlstrom and Preston Rideout for a confidential preliminary case evaluation.

Phone Number:

(702) 696-8745

(662) 466-6045

ryan@expertwitness.co

prestonrideout@gmail.com

HOURS:

Mon - Fri: ( 8am - 6pm )

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