Industry Leaders in Boating Incident Investigation

Nationwide marine forensic experts providing objective, data-driven analysis for attorneys, insurance carriers, and marine manufacturers. Over 100 years of combined law enforcement and maritime experience.

24/7

Rapid On-Scene Deployment

50

U.S. States & territories covered

100+

Years of combined Marine expertise

6

Forensic & Law Enforcement Partners

Marine Forensics You Can Depend On

When a serious boating incident occurs, getting clear, scientifically defensible answers fast is critical. WakeTrace Marine Forensics LLC provides a single-source solution for marine incident reconstruction, technical evidence review, and expert witness support.


Our team consists of active and retired law enforcement professionals, national instructors, and courtroom-tested investigators with over 100 years of combined maritime experience. We do not offer opinions for hire; we ground every finding in physics, digital evidence, and proven methodology to deliver unbiased clarity for any marine investigation.

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OUR SERVICES

Complete Boating Accident Investigation Services

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Boating Incident Investigation & Reconstruction

We investigate boat collisions, jet ski accidents, tubing accidents, propeller injuries, nighttime crashes, impaired operator cases, and other marine incidents.

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Litigation Support & Expert Witness Services

We provide expert witness services, case analysis, report writing, deposition preparation, courtroom preparation, and trial support for boating accident cases.

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Digital, Mechanical & Technical Evidence

We analyze GPS data, engine data, cell phone records, underwater evidence, and mechanical failures to help determine what happened.

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Manufacturer, Carrier & Industry Support

We support manufacturers, insurance carriers, and industry partners with boat defect investigations, claim review, and product-related incident investigations.

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Meet Our Founder & Senior Partner

Lt. Colonel Matt Majors

Lt. Colonel Matt Majors leads WakeTrace with decades of experience in marine law enforcement, boating accident investigation, and vessel reconstruction. As a judge-recognized expert witness, his expertise includes GPS forensic analysis, human factors, operator impairment, collision reconstruction, courtroom preparation, and expert testimony. Together with WakeTrace's multidisciplinary team of specialists, he helps attorneys, insurers, manufacturers, and boating accident victims uncover the facts behind complex marine incidents.

WHO WE Work With

Clear Forensic Answers for Complex Marine & Waterway Cases

WakeTrace provides expert boating accident investigation, marine forensics, and litigation support for those seeking objective clarity after a waterway incident—including boat collisions, tow-sports, machinery injuries, and dockside accidents. 

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Attorneys & Lawyers

Expert witness testimony, collision reconstruction, case file analysis, deposition prep, and courtroom-tested trial support.

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Insurance Carriers & Adjusters

Independent boating accident investigations, liability analysis, claim verification, and digital evidence downloads.

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Boat Manufacturers

Vessel defect investigations, marine failure analysis, product liability reviews, and technical case support.

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Government & Regulatory Support

Complex incident evaluation, scene documentation, navigation rules analysis, and technical investigative support.

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Recreational Boat Owners

Independent accident analysis, evidence review, and expert consultation for private vessel owners seeking clear answers.

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Individuals With Counsel

Specialized forensic support for boating accident victims and vessel owners working alongside an established legal team.

TYPES OF INCIDENTS WE INVESTIGATE

Expert Investigation for Every Type of Boating Accident

No two marine incidents are alike. WakeTrace investigates a wide range of recreational and commercial boating accidents using accident reconstruction, forensic analysis, and specialized expertise.

Types of incidents we investigate include:

  • Boat collisions
  • Jet ski and PWC accidents
  • Tubing and tow sports accidents
  • Propeller injuries
  • Mechanical and engine failures
  • Nighttime and reduced-visibility accidents
  • Impaired operator and BUI cases
  • Carbon monoxide incidents
  • Electric shock drowning cases
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