128 Field Investigations Expert Witnesses Found
Results Sorted Below by State
Dwight Baker, MD, FACS
MD Legal Consulting of the Southeast, LLC
Auburn, Alabama
Plastic Surgery, Wound Care
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Breast and Body Contouring, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Wound Management, Wound Care
...He has participated in several investigations for government regulators serving as a principle investigator for the FDA in multiple clinical studies regarding medical implant devices. Additionally, he has performed investigative work for private corporations gaining vast knowledge of the products and procedures used in many fields of medicine and surgery.
Dr. Baker earned his Bachelor’s degree in pre-medicine in 1973 from Auburn University and received his Medical Degree in 1977 from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine in Mobile, AL. He completed his 5-year internship and residency in General and Vascular Surgery at Carraway Methodist Medical Center in Birmingham, AL in 1982. After 9 years of General Surgery practice, Dr. Baker completed a residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. He began his practice of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Dothan, AL in July, 1993 retiring from the operating room in 2020.
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Warren B Seiler, MD
Seiler Skin
Homewood, Alabama
Laser Surgery, Dermatology
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Laser hair removal, laser hair removal complications, cosmetic laser surgery, IPL photorejuvenation, cosmetic laser, co2 laser, fraxel laser, laser tattoo removal, botox, aesthetic injections, filler, juvederm
...As Executive Director, he currently serves as a trusted advisor and educator to ABLS members and non-members who seek expert training and higher education opportunities in the field. Dr. Seiler also works with state medical boards, health departments and laser safety societies in the U.S. and abroad to help create stronger safety and training regulations that govern practitioners who provide these procedures.
Dr. Seiler has trained and examined practitioners in 11 countries in laser, injection and aesthetic procedures. He trains practitioners for Allergan—the maker of Botox, Juvederm, SkinMedica, Kybella and Latisse—and is one of the few expert trainers for the popular Vampire® procedures.
Dr. Seiler has worked as an expert witness for both plaintiff and defense attorneys, and with state medical boards, in different types of laser, energy-based device and injection complication cases. These include medical malpractice cases, civil cases, and state medical board investigations....
Darriell J Bone
Independent Workplace Solutions LLC
Queen Creek, Arizona
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice
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Use of Force, Excessive Force, Civil Rights, Police, Misconduct, Consulting, Internal Affairs, Harassment, Policy, Constitutional Policing, Compliance
Darriell Bone is a retired 20-year law enforcement professional with extensive experience in internal investigations, having investigated or managed more than 3,000 internal investigations. He served as a commander for the Professional Standards Bureau at a large law enforcement agency, where he managed high-volume complex investigations and provided innovative guidance and supervision to internal investigators.
After Mr. Bone’s retirement with law enforcement, Mr. Bone worked on the executive team as the External Force Investigation Team Lead Supervisor for DLG Consulting & Advisory Services, providing constitutional policing/police reform services to the Albuquerque Police Department.
Mr. Bone has received various certifications and training in areas such as use of force, deadly force, OIS investigations, force encounters analysis, advanced interview and interrogation, internal affairs, general instruction, firearms instruction and detective certification.
Mr....
Christopher D Dore, PhD, MBA, MCIfA, RPA, CFLC
Cultural Heritage Experts
Tucson, Arizona
Archaeology, Environmental
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archeology, archaeology, archaeological resources protection act, ARPA, cultural resources, heritage, national historic preservation act, antiquity, artifact, smuggling, trafficking, anthropology, cemetery, excavation, damage assessment, Native American, looting, environmental
...Dore, Registered Professional Archaeologist 10331 and a Certified Forensic Litigation Consultant, provides expert witness services in the fields of archaeology, anthropology, and cultural resource/heritage management. He has trial, deposition, and consulting experience. His expert services focus on the investigation, assessment, and valuation of damage resulting from impacts to archaeological resources under the Archaeological Resources Protection Act and other laws.
With an MBA in addition to his doctoral degree in anthropology, Dr. Dore is particularly sought after for cases involving the valuation of damage. In addition to services focused on damage to archaeological resources, Dr. Dore also provides expert services on topics of cultural resource compliance under laws such as the National Historic Preservation Act, California Environmental Quality Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act.
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Jeff M Martin
Digital Forensics Expert
Evidence Solutions, Inc.
Tucson, Arizona
Cybersecurity, Information Technology
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Cell Phone Forensics, Call Detail Records, EMR/EHR Forensics, Cell Tower Triangulation, GPS Triangulation, Computer Forensics, Technology, Data Communications, Data Retrieval & Analysis, Digital Media, Email, GPS Systems, iCloud Data, Telecommunication, Internet, Software, Malware Analyst
...Jeff has conducted hundreds of digital forensics investigations on cases involving the acquisition, preservation, and analysis of data in legal disputes in both state and federal courts.
Jeff is a certified digital forensics examiner with over 15 years of experience. He initially made a mark as a small business IT consultant, lauded for his knack for simplifying technical information to non-technical audiences. Following a successful decade as the Director of Information Technology & Security in the Financial Industry, he earned the Certified Credit Union Executive (CCUE) certification after attending the Credit Union National Association’s (CUNA) Management School.
Jeff then applied his passion for technology to solving crimes as a Digital Forensics Analyst for the Michigan State Police....
Al Rose, P.E.
Arizona Forensic Engineering Investigations, PLC
Tucson, Arizona
Plumbing, Failure Analysis
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Chemical Pipe, Petroleum Pipe, Pipe Failure, Pipe, Piping, Pipe Explosion, Pipeline Failure, Pipe Failure Analysis, Pipe Explosion, Pipeline Failures, Industrial Pipe, Industrial Piping, Oil Piping, Natural Gas Piping, Petroleum Piping, B31.3
...Rose is an industry expert in pipe failure analysis, possessing a rich background in design, failure analysis, applied material science, expert testimony, and investigative skills. He is proficient in forensic modeling, having performed thousands of computer simulations and stress analyses. He has lectured at universities and provided continuing education, possessing the ability to explain complex matters in simple terms to students, juries and arbitrators. He combines his 35 years of experience in design engineering, R&D, field studies, forensic engineering, failure analysis, computer simulation, teaching, and hands-on experience to provide a uniquely qualified expert witness in pipe failure claims and litigation.
John W Ross
Commercial Trucking Expert
Evidence Solutions, Inc.
Tucson, Arizona
Trucking, Transportation
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Commercial Motor Vehicle, HazMat, DOT, OSHA, Truck Accidents, FMCSR, FMCSA, OIL field, Propane, Driver Standard of Care, Loading, Unloading, Oversized loads, Electronic log compliance, Driver Hiring & Training, Hours of Service Issues, PI, Driver Qualification File, Clause 391.1, ELDs
...Trained & Certified
• Licensed Private Investigator
• Oil Field Heavy Trucking Experienced
• Operation, Inspection & Maintenance of Tractor- Trailers
• OSHA 10 & 30 Certified
• Oversized Load Experienced
• Propane & (HAZ-MAT) Hazardous Materials Certified Driver
• Safety and Risk Management Consultant
• Truck Driver Actions, Reactions, Responsibilities, Qualifications &Training
• Ability to Pass & Maintain two-year DOT Medical Certificate
Yasser M. Abdelhamid, PhD
Construction Defect/Geotechnical Expert Witness
Bryant Consultants
California
Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Defects
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Civil Engineering, Expansive Soil, Foundation Analysis and Design, Settlement, Heave, Pavement, Retaining Walls, Slope Stability, Numerical Modeling, Seepage, Drainage, Erosion, Hydrology, Seismic, Earthquake Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
...Abdelhamid is heavily involved in performing forensic geotechnical and geophysical investigations for several problematic foundations, pavements, retaining walls and slopes. He devises protocols for geotechnical and geophysical testing, in-situ long-term monitoring, lab testing and analysis. He is also heavily involved in preparing and reviewing proposals and expert reports for geotechnical exploration and litigated and non-litigated forensic projects. Dr. Abdelhamid is responsible for meeting clients during the proposal phase, the investigation phase and after releasing the final report to ensure client satisfaction. Dr. Abdelhamid has performed work at wide variety of forensic projects. He evaluated numerous residential buildings from single family house to a whole subdivision. Dr. Abdelhamid also evaluated many commercial, school, hospital, garage buildings. He performed stability analysis for various earth slopes, retaining walls and sheet pile walls....
Vahe Akopian, MD
Expedient Medicolegal Services
Glendale, California
Neurology, Neurological Surgery
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Standard of Care, Traumatic Brain Injury, Personal Injury, High Risk Neuro Surgery, Functional Integrity, Electrophysiological Methods, Electroencephalography, Electromyography, Intraoperative Care, Peripheral Nerve Injury, Surgical Complications, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, Chronic Pain, Disability
...Akopian has been recognized for his contributions to neurology, receiving the Young Investigator Award for his research in IONM. His clinical expertise includes treating conditions such as headaches, numbness, back pain, memory loss, Parkinson's disease, seizures, and sleep disorders. Dr. Akopian is fluent in Spanish and Armenian, and is dedicated to re-establishing himself in Los Angeles, giving back to the community where he grew up.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Akopian has contributed to medical literature, particularly in the fields of IONM and stroke. His leadership roles include serving on the EHR Physician Advisory Committee and the Credentialing Committee at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital. Dr. Akopian has also engaged in consulting work for medical startup device companies and has a history of service in underserved hospitals in Los Angeles, New York, and Oakland.
John L Baeke, MD
Pressure Ulcers/Bed Sores; Breast Implants, Lipo
Thousand Oaks, California
Plastic Surgery, Wound Care
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pressure ulcer, bed sore, decubitus ulcer, accident, breast implant, skin graft, abdominoplasty, tummy tuck, liposuction, scar, breast reduction, breast lift, nursing home, wound, mastopexy, mammoplasty, Botox, wound VAC, soft tissue deformity
...He is also a Field Surgeon for the Army National Guard (LtCol). He has additional expertise in chronic and acute wound care. In his career, Dr. Baeke has reviewed >500 cases, providing objective opinions for either plaintiff or defense. He is known for conducting a thorough investigation of the entire medical record before offering a forthright, honest, succinct and unwavering opinion. Dr. Baeke has experience authoring legal briefs. He is quite comfortable providing expert deposition and courtroom testimony, having appeared in proceedings as a treating, causation and standard-of-care witness. He is able to explain complicated topics in easy-to-understand terminology. Dr. Baeke has testified before District and Federal Courts; as well as in Washington, D.C. before the Food & Drug Administration and the Healthcare Finance Administration (now CMS). In his career, Dr....
Richard W Brand, AIA, NCARB, CPM, PMP, DBIA
Santa Monica, California
Architecture, Construction
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Project Management, Program Management, Construction Management Standard of Care Failures, Construction Documents, Change Order, Design Coordination, Building Envelope Failure, Construction Defects, Architectural Professional Liability Failures, Water Intrusion, Construction Administration
Licensed Architect in California and Utah with over 40 years of experience in the field of Architecture and Construction Management and was responsible for managing multibillion-dollar, multi-site new construction and renovation projects throughout the United States. As an Expert Witness I have performed Standard of Care analysis of Architects/Engineer and Project Management Performance Reviews in Architect/Engineer negligence claims. Investigated Construction defects, Contractor Non-Compliance, and Owner Payment / Change Order Delay Claims....
Monique Bryher, CFE, MSPH, BA
Eurisko Corporation
Los Angeles, California
Real Estate
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real estate, real estate contracts, real estate disclosures, dual agency, failure to disclose, sellers disclosures, real estate fraud, real estate broker, short sales
...Some of these occurrences
were by relatives; others by fiduciaries.
(4) REO (real estate owned / bank-owned) property sales and expert consulting
• Property valuations, property and asset management
• Eviction court proceedings, documenting evidence for police reports
• Bank and asset management company contracts and practices
• Disclosure and liability issues to both bank and purchaser
• Negotiating move-out settlement costs, aka “cash for keys” with former owners and renters
(5) Short Sale and expert consulting
• The expectations, conditions and contractual terms lenders have before approving a short sale
• Different kinds of short sale fraud schemes; short sale fraud investigations.
Criminal Cases:
PEOPLE V. HERRERA SINDELL GROUP - CASE # 2010032615
Engaged by the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office to evaluate real estate contracts and other documents given by the defendants to the victims and provide expert opinion to the prosecution....
Shaun D Carstairs, MD FACMT FACEP
Experienced emergency physician and toxicologist
San Diego, California
Emergency Medicine, Toxicology
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toxicology, poisoning, overdose, drug abuse, drug withdrawal, alcohol, urine drug screen, marijuana, fentanyl, opioids, addiction, methamphetamine, medication errors, heart attack, stroke, trauma, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, snake bites, sepsis
- Dual board-certified in emergency medicine and medical toxicology, actively practicing in both specialties
- Fellow of the American College of Medical Toxicology (FACMT) and Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP)
- Bachelor of Science (BS) with honor from the California Institute Of Technology
- Medical degree (MD) from the Uniformed Services University, the nation’s military medical school
- Retired US Navy Captain with over 25 years of active duty service
- Prior chief medical officer for the US Marine Corps’ 1st Marine Division
- Prior residency program director and core faculty for a large emergency medicine residency program
- Professor of Military & Emergency Medicine at the Uniformed Services University
- More than 50 peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters, and national/international presentations in the fields of medical toxicology and emergency medicine
- Lecturer for the American College of Medical Toxicology’s board review course
- Has performed...
Jonathan Cherney
Engaged by Media & Press for Expert Interviews.
Jonathan Cherney Consulting and Investigations LLC
Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Accident Reconstruction, Police Practices & Procedures
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Cars, SUV, light trucks, pedestrians, motorcycles, bicycles, scooters, Bosch CDR EDR Tool, black box, Tesla, Hyundai, Kia, qualified immunity, Code 3 driving, emergency vehicle operations, police pursuit driving, police practices & procedures, DUI FSTs, DUI arrests, TV and media consulting
Provides forensic analysis and litigation support to attorneys, insurance companies and municipalities in the field of accident reconstruction. Has qualified as a court recognized expert in traffic accident reconstruction for jury trials in Orange, Los Angeles and Riverside Counties. Has performed work in many other jurisdiction including Rimini, Italy. Has been practicing accident reconstruction since 1999 and collision investigation since 1989. Has worked privately for criminal prosecution & defense as well as civil plaintiff & defense. Also teaches intro to criminal law, traffic enforcement, DUI investigations, field sobriety tests & arrests at a Southern California based police academy.
Retired after 30 years of service from the Irvine (CA) Police Department in November of 2019 where he was assigned to the Field Operations Division as a Detective responsible for traffic-related cases. Worked as the “Team Leader” for the Irvine Police Department’s M.A.I.T....
Kimberly Cherney
Dangerous Dogs, Dog Bites, Animal Care & Control
Kimberly Cherney Consulting
Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Animals, Dogs
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Dangerous Dogs, Dog Bites, Animal Abuse and Cruelty, Police Officer and Animal Control Safety Training, Animal Sheltering, Animal Investigations, Animal Control Field Operations, Animal Behavior, Animal Control Training and Supervision, Coyote Bites, Officer Safety Practices, Rescues
Kimberly Cherney has worked in the humane animal welfare and law enforcement fields for over 34 years. Kimberly worked for the City of Brea Police Department as a Police Officer prior to her employment in the animal services profession. She worked for the County of Orange and the City of Costa Mesa as an Animal Control Officer for three years prior to being hired by one of California’s fastest growing and most progressive cities, Irvine. While working for the City of Irvine’s Police Department, Kimberly worked as an Animal Services Officer, Senior Animal Services Officer, Animal Services Supervisor, Animal Shelter Supervisor and Animal Shelter Interim Manager. Kimberly retired from the City of Irvine in 2018. While working for Irvine, and following her retirement, Kimberly held the position of Board Member for the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA). Following her retirement from Irvine, she became the Interim Executive Director for NACA....
Laurie Chua
HR and Employment Law Expert Witness | California
California HR Expert Opinion
San Diego, California
Human Resources, Employment
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HR, Employment Practices, California Employment Law, Workplace Discrimination, Wrongful Termination, Retaliation, Disability Accommodation, Wage and Hour Compliance, Employee Relations, HR Compliance, Harassment Case
...As an HR consultant, trainer, and expert witness, Laurie specializes in employment law compliance, employee relations, disability accommodations, and workplace investigations.
Laurie’s career includes serving as HR Director at Websense, where she managed operations across multiple regions and led initiatives on discrimination prevention, accommodation management, and compliance. At SGIS, she guided senior leaders on discrimination claims, accommodations, and performance management. Laurie also served as Regional Director for Southern California at CEA, providing HR consulting to over 100 businesses, focusing on compliance, employee relations, and policy development. In these roles, she delivered employment law updates and compliance training sessions, enhancing HR leaders' understanding of best practices and regulatory requirements. Her ability to navigate complex employment matters makes her a highly sought-after expert in litigation....
Brenda Eagan-Johnson, EdD, CBIST-AP
EXPERT NICHE: Child-Teen-Young Adult Brain Injury
Brain Injury Neurodevelopmental Consulting
California
Education & Schools, Brain Injury Medicine
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Pediatric brain injury, personal injury, acquired brain injury, TBI, concussion, traumatic brain injury, school concussions, MVA, carbon monoxide, lead poisoning, near drowning, neuro-development, brain, school, education, transition, child, special education, young adult, college
...I investigate brain injury from a functional, clinical, and neurodevelopmental perspective. I identify strengths and weaknesses in a child's cognitive, behavioral, socio-emotional, and learning skills by examining their home, school, and community activities of daily living following all severities of pediatric brain injury. Additionally, I have specialized expertise in the field of return-to-school concussion management policies and procedures.
My investigation into daily function is a highly nuanced area that requires expert interpretation. I identify if, and to what extent a brain injury has impacted an individual's learning and behavior. Brain injury can affect skills that have not yet matured, depending on the areas of the brain that were damaged and at what point in development. New cognitive or behavioral deficits can emerge as the child's brain develops over time.
I determine the services required after a brain injury for optimal outcomes....
Madhu S Gupta, Ph. D.
SMG International
Long Beach, California
Electronics, Telecommunications
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RF and Microwave Technology, Microwave Electronics, Radio Frequency Devices, RF and Analog Circuits, Integrated Circuits, Microelectronics, RF and microwave packaging, Electronic Instrumentation, Radio Frequency Signals, Electromagnetic Fields, Radio receivers, Wireless Communication
...Made significant contributions to the advancement of RF and microwave engineering field.
Researcher and author of over hundred papers, and patent disclosures, patent holder.
Past Editor of two journals and three books, and Past President of an IEEE Society in the field of expertise.
Taught wireless communications and RF engineering courses to graduate students (at the university), and to professional engineers (in industry).
Received multiple awards for outstanding teaching and exposition. Served as Distinguished Lecturer and on Speakers' Bureau, and presented numerous invited lectures on every continent.
Experienced as expert witness in patent litigation and criminal cases, including court appearances before judge, jury, and Appeal Board. Experience of providing testimony in-person, with depositions, videotaped depositions, and written declarations. Experience of drafting documents and preparing exhibits and graphics....
Bradley C. Hammerstrom, AIA, NCARB
The Diehl Group Architects, Inc.
Encinitas, California
Construction Defects, Architecture
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Forensic Architecture, Destructive Testing, Site Inspections, Construction Defects, Building Envelope, Roofing, Fenestration, Waterproofing, Exterior Claddings, Construction Drawings, Contract Administration, Slip and Fall, Building Code, Peer Review, Quality Assurance, Testimony
...Experience includes field investigations, water intrusion analysis, construction installation sequencing, code analysis, development of repair solutions, trial preparation and expert witness testimony. Projects include residential, commercial, and high rise in California, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado and Texas (licensed in 5 states). Experience also includes traditional architectural services for projects involving repair or reconstruction: architectural design, production of construction documents and contract administration. Experience includes consulting for architects and developers to provide peer-review of drawings, quality assurance site observations, evaluation of in-progress construction for conformance to the construction drawings and specifications and workmanship standards.
AIA - American Institute of Architects
NCARB - National council of Architectural Registration Boards
Licensed in the Following States:
California (Primary), Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, Texas
Peter Jaramillo, CIH
Delta Bay Consultants, LLC
Antioch, California
Industrial Hygiene, OSHA
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Industrial Hygiene, Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Indoor Air Quality, Biological Hazards, Chemical Hazards, Construction Safety, Valley Fever, COVID-19, Noise, Environmental, Laboratory Safety, Emergency Preparedness, OSHA, Certified Industrial Hygienist, Workers Compensation
Peter Jaramillo, CIH has 35+ years of experience in the fields of Occupational and Environmental Health & Safety. As co-owner and Principal Industrial Hygienist of Delta Bay Consultants, LLC, Peter provides the following services: (1) air & noise monitoring; (2) indoor air quality investigations; (3) health & safety programs; (4) hazard/risk assessments; (5) ergonomics surveys; (6) assessments of work practices, engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and emergency preparedness; (7) confined space and ventilation evaluations; (8) employee training/mentoring; (9) acting as a technical resource, subject matter expert, and regulatory liaison; and (10) Expert Witness Testimony and other Litigation Support on legal claims related to occupational health & safety.
Peter has provided expert witness services for numerous cases involving exposures to Coccidioides immitis (the "Valley Fever" pathogen) in the Central Valley of California....
Michael J Kosnett, MD, MPH, FACMT
California
Toxicology, Occupational Medicine
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Lead poisoning, cannabis, drug testing, alcohol, marijuana, environmental toxicology, occupational toxicology, arsenic poisoning, forensic toxicology, DUI, risk assessment, aviation toxicology, medical monitoring
...Ellenhorn Award [career achievement award in recognition
of “extraordinary contributions to the field of medical
toxicology”]
Diplomate, American Boards of Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine (Occupational Medicine), and Medical Toxicology
Active Medical Licensure in Colorado and California
Professional activities have included:
• Past President, American College of Medical Toxicology
• Committee on Toxicology of the National Academy of Sciences
• NIOSH Board of Scientific Counselors
• CDC Advisory Committee on Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
• EPA Science Advisory Board panels (lead in air, water, dust)
• ATSDR expert panels (lead biomonitoring, hair analysis)
• WHO consultant and temporary advisor (arsenic in drinking water, chelation of heavy metals)
• Consultant to US Air Force Science Advisory Board (F-22)
• Consultant to the US Navy Naval Air Systems Command (F-18)
• US Army Public Health Command (consultant on lead toxicology)
• State of Colorado, Retail Marijuana Public Health...
Chris Larson
Specializing in the Electric Utility Industry
LARSON ELITE
Poway, California
Electricity, Safety
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Electric Expert, OSHA, Construction, Electrical Contact, Shock, Electrocution, Fatality, Incident Investigation, Lineman Expert Witness, Cranes Tip and Contact, Arc Flash, Occupational Injury, Personal Injury, Burns, Excavation, Electric Vaults, Rigging, Falls, Helicopter, Underground Utility Strike
...The breadth of my experience spans from working in the field as a certified Journeyman Lineman through upper-level field leadership, to upper-level operational management, and as Director of Safety and Training. I know the work, the workforce, and the complex legal proceedings. This diverse background allows me to understand the circumstances of a case and formulate expert opinions by looking at facts from varying viewpoints. My expertise has been utilized by counsel as a subject matter expert and depositions, multiple times, in multiple states. As an expert witness, I have been involved with legal matters such as personal injury, utility system maintenance, construction standards, OSHA standards, wildfire ignition, safety, and training.
My expertise is high-voltage electric construction, workplace safety, safe work methods, federal and state OSHA compliance, technical instruction, and training....
Tal Lavian, Ph.D.
Telecommunications, Network Communications TCP/IP
TelecommNet
Encino, California
Telecommunications, Internet
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Network Communications, telecommunications, TCP/IP Internet Protocols, Web, Network security, Firewalls, Media Streaming, Voice Over IP (VoIP), Instant Messaging, Chat, SMS, 802.11, Mobile Wireless, Patent, Routing/Switching, Data Communications, computer communications, Computer networks, broadbad
...Lavian has co-authored numerous scientific publications, journal articles, and peer-reviewed papers, solidifying his reputation as a leading researcher in the field. In addition to his expertise, Dr. Lavian has also held academic positions at UC Berkeley, including serving as an industry fellow and lecturer in the Industrial Engineering and Operation Research (IEOR) Department and the Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (SCET).
At UC Berkeley, Dr. Lavian has been involved with the university's start-up accelerator, SkyDeck, serving as the principal investigator for the RF signal start-up company, CRadar.Ai, and as the CTO for smartphone wireless telecommunicators service integrator, Aybell (previously known as VisuMenu). His work at UC Berkeley has allowed him to stay at the forefront of research and development in the field of network communications, and his contributions have had a significant impact on the industry.
Dr....
Andrew E Madden, LL.M (US Law), LL.M, MSc, LL.B (Hons), CEng, CMarEng, FIMarEST, FRINA
Marine Surveyor, Engineer and Maritime Expert
A.M. Marine Surveys LLC
Long Beach, California
Maritime, Engineering
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Machinery damages, Ship Explosions, Professional Indemnity, Oil Pollution, Marine Engineer, Personal injuries, Super Yachts, Lithium ion fires, Oily Water Separator, Audits, Hull damage, Emissions, Maritime Fires, Drydocking, Marine Casualty, Cruise Ships, Marine Surveyor, Class, Cargo, Propulsion
...Andy has over 40 years of experience in the maritime field, ranging from sailing as a UK licensed Chief Engineer on various commercial vessels, including large passenger cruise ships, to working as a Senior Surveyor and Lead Maritime Auditor for Lloyd's Register, one of the world's leading classification societies. He is an expert in marine casualties, technical operations, technical investigations, compliance and audit risk management systems, marine surveys, expert witness testimony (*depositions more than 4 years ago), and project management.
Andy holds multiple degrees and certifications in engineering, law, and marine insurance and is a Chartered Engineer and a Chartered Marine Engineer.
Andy holds a UK Chief Engineers license (unlimited tonnage), a Master of Science degree (MSc) in Engineering and Management, a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B Hons) in English law, a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Maritime Law, a Master of Laws (LL.M) in U.S. Law and is a certificated Maritime Auditor....
Craig D McLaren
First Response Law Enforcement Consulting Group
Castaic, California
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice
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Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Crowd Control, Use of Force/Excessive Force Inadequate/Negligent Security, Informants, Evidence Preservation, Chain of Custody, Sexual Assault, Drug Enforcement, Gangs, Surveillance, Vice, Prostitution, Gambling, Vehicle Pursuits, School Shootings, Workplace Violence
...Trained / Taught new officers, in the field, for 24 years in all facets of Police work. Including Use of Force and Use of Deadly Force. Personally involved in over 40 Uses of Force as well as being present at approximately 100 more.
Certified Force Science Analyst, by Force Science Institute, which is a leader in law enforcement study. The Institute has conducted many research projects uncovering the scientific realities surrounding officer performance under stress, action/reaction time, memory, decision-making and more in complex, rapidly unfolding encounters.
Worked celebrity security for the late Dean Martin for approximately two years, providing personal security as well as residential security.
Expert in Vehicle Pursuits, having been involved in and receiving yearly training in pursuits. As well as training new officers in Vehicle Pursuit Tactics. Extensive experience in both High and Low Risk Vehicle Stops, Pedestrian Stops, Restraint Options, Detentions and Arrests....
Mark Mooring, MPA
Premise Security-Workplace Violence-Use of Force
Ventura, California
Security, Premises Liability
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Security Training, Security Deployment, Use of Force, Hospital Security, Security Policies and Procedures, Active Shooter, Security Assessments, Workplace Violence Prevention, Workplace Crime Prevention, OSHA Law Compliance
Certified Protection Professional (CPP) - 20 years
Certified HealthCare Protection Administrator (CHPA) - 20 years
Education and work experience specifically in the workplace security, and safety field. Instrumental in developing programs, that are responsive to OSHA, The Joint Commission (TJC), and other legislated or recommended security programs.
Los Angeles Police Department 22 years Sergeant II - 17 years
Patrol, Metro, Special Investigations, Internal Affairs
Developed, and Officer in Charge of, Suspect Search Dogs - K-9 Unit
Chief of Protective Services - Santa Clara County Valley Medical Center. (1998-2006)
Completely re-designed and implemented a comprehensive security program, which includes all facets of Security Plan Development, Staff Development, Policies, Training, Recruitment, Personnel Management and daily security operations, associated with a large County Hospital....
Tracy Myers, AIA
Myers Consulting
California
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Standard of care, general construction, personal injury, trip and fall, stairs, accessibility, ADA, construction, defect analysis, roofing, waterproofing, fenestration, building enclosure, building envelope, accident, contracts, architect, general contractor, NCARB, RRO
...She specializes in expert witness testimony related to architectural and general construction issues, personal injury defect and accident investigation, building enclosure investigation and repair including waterproofing, roofing and fenestration, forensic architecture, litigation support, property loss evaluation, code upgrade review, peer review and quality assurance services.
Prior to opening her own consulting practice in 2019, she worked for privately-owned architectural and forensic architectural firms, a corporate development department at a privately-owned restaurant company, a roofing manufacturer as a member of their Building and Roofing Science team, and a construction consulting firm.
Ms. Myers has worked in the forensic field for over 20 years and has provided consulting expertise on a variety of project types including single and multi-family residential, industrial, health care, hospitality, office, commercial, educational, and retail....
Dr. Travis Norton
Norton Police Consulting
Sacramento, California
Law Enf & Criminal Justice, Police Practices & Procedures
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Use of Force, Officer Involved Shootings, Tactical Operations, Crowd Control, Crowd Management, In-Custody Death, Excessive Use of Force, SWAT, Patrol Operations, Chemical Agents, Less Lethal, and Active Shooter
...Travis was the training division and professional standards unit lieutenant for a mid-size police agency and was responsible for the academy, field training program, officer misconduct investigations, and use of force reviews and investigations. Travis has been an instructor for over 15 years in de-escalation, less-lethal weapons, tactical science, active shooter response, SWAT, critical incident response, chemical agents, and crowd management. He currently instructs for the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) and the California Association of Tactical Officers (CATO). Since 2020, he has been a guest lecturer in police practices and use of force at the University of Southern California (USC). Travis also serves as a fellow at the National Policing Institute (NPI) and the Future Policing Institute.
Travis is the Strategy Development Chair for the NTOA and a committee member of the NTOA Tactical Response and Operations Standard for Law Enforcement Agencies (2018 & 2023)....
Sande O Okelo, MD, PhD
UCLA
Culver City, California
Pediatric Pulmonology, Public Health
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asthma, congenital lung diseases, pneumonia, lung disease of prematurity/infancy, chronic lung disease, respiratory distress/emergencies/failure, tracheostomy, tracheo/broncho-malacia, airway bleeding, toxic tort, smoke exposure
...I am board certified in Pediatric Pulmonology (fellowship at Johns Hopkins) and a PhD in Clinical Investigation (Johns Hopkins), so I am well-versed in epidemiology and its applications to medical care, public health, best practices and causality. My qualifications and breadth of experience make me highly qualified to serve as your medical consultant for most pediatric cases. I am an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at UCLA, where I am also the Division Chief (10+ years) and Director of the Pediatric Asthma Center of Excellence. I am also an active researcher, studying quality of asthma care and methods to optimize care and outcomes, with 50 published research papers. Given that I actively teach medical students and pediatric residents, I stay abreast of the current literature in the field, I am intimately knowledgeable with the standards of care in treating pediatric respiratory disease in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings....
Tara Parhizkar
Los Angeles, California
Failure Analysis, Engineering
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Power Grid, Energy Infrastructures, Marine Industry, Accident Investigation, Power Tools, Patent Litigation, Construction Safety, Utilities, Oil & Gas, Wildfire, Public Safety, Root Cause Analysis, Failure, Accident, Energy, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Disaster, Catastrophic Injury, Safety
...Parhizkar has emerged as a leading authority in accident investigation, failure mode and effect analysis, and common cause failure assessment. Her career trajectory reflects a profound commitment to unraveling the complexities of various industries, including energy infrastructure, transportation, and environmental safety, through meticulous research and innovative methodologies.
With extensive experience and a meticulous approach, Dr. Parhizkar has become a sought-after expert witness in litigation and consulting. She specializes in accident reconstruction, root cause analysis, and patent litigation. Her expertise spans mechanical and environmental engineering, with a focus on critical energy infrastructures like power grids and oil and gas networks. Dr. Parhizkar is particularly known for her work on infrastructure accidents, where she conducts root cause analyses and develops strategies to assess the causes and impacts on energy systems and communities....
JOSEPH A PERRY, PE, CFLC
Electrical Engineering / Contractor Expert Witness
Joseph Perry P.E., LLC
San Jose, California
Electrical Engineering, Electricity
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Generators, Electrical Accidents, Electrical Codes, Electrical Defects, Electrical Fire Cause and Origin, Electrocution, Forensic Engineering Electric, High Voltage, Personal Injury Electrical, Remote Control Systems, Solar Energy, Standard of Care Electrical Construction, Underground Utilities
...Joseph’s hands on background in electrical design, project management, cost estimating, and field construction work, gives him a unique perspective that few engineers have.
Being both an Electrical Engineer and Electrical Contractor brings a unique perspective to the investigation of your cases. As an Electrical Engineer, he is interested in the forensics of the design and details of the plans and specifications as to how the contractor was required to build the system. As an Electrical Contractor, he is interested in the materials, and how the installation was completed. This unique combination of experience will lead to a quick and thorough investigation into your case....
Robert B. Rappaport, BS, CFI
Rappaport Consulting LLC
Santa Barbara, California
Fire
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Fire origin and cause investigation, Arson, Explosion, Fire scene reconstruction, Bad faith claims, Fire prevention, Smoke alarm, Smoke detector, Fire alarm, Fire department procedures, Fire codes
I am an expert in fire origin and cause investigation, scene analysis, and reconstruction. My formal education includes a B.S. degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California (USC). In addition, I completed post graduate work at the National Fire Academy in the Executive Fire Officer (EFO) Program. I hold certifications as a Chief Fire Officer (CFO) with The Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) as well as Chief Officer and Executive Chief Fire Officer through the California State Fire Marshal. I have attended numerous initial, advanced, and continuing education courses and seminars in various aspects of fire investigation.
I have over 30 years of experience in the fire service, 23 years as a Fire Investigator, and have investigated more than 2,500 fires....
Nicol Stolar-Peterson, PsyD, LCSW, BCD
www.nicolstolar.com
Murrieta, California
Social Work, Child Abuse
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Child Protective Services, Department of Children and Family Services, Investigations, Standard of Care, Removal, Exigency, Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect, Child Death, Child Fatality, Child Welfare
...Completed over 1000 child abuse investigations and interviews, 100’s of removals, 100’s of foster care and adoptive placements. 11 years of field experience working in child protective services as a child abuse investigator, interviewer, trainer, foster care/adoption social worker (2003-2015). Licensed clinical social worker in California since 2009. Trained over 1000 social workers in child abuse investigation and current standards and duties. National trainer on mandated reporting.
Focus Areas Include;
Child Welfare Expert
Child Abuse Investigations
Clinical Social Worker
Expert Witness
Child Fatality Investigations
CPS /DCFS Expertise
Consultation
Psychotherapy
Crisis Counseling
Forensic Interviewer
Case Management
Community Outreach
Group Therapy
Record/Case Review
Structured Decision-Making Tools
Testimony
Clark Stoner, PE, PLS
Civil Engineering and Land Surveying Expert
Bear Flag Engineering Inc
Sonoma, California
Civil Engineering, Land Surveying
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Civil Engineer, Land Surveyor, Geomatics Engineer, Boundary Disputes, Easements, LiDAR, Laser Scanning, UAV, Drone, Aerial Photogrammetry, Change Detection, Aerial Photo Analysis, Floodplains, Flooding, Hydraulics, Storm Drains, Sanitary Sewers, Water and Wastewater Treatment, Landslides, Wildfires
Clark Stoner has over 25 years of experience in the civil engineering and land surveying fields. His experience ranges from the design, construction and operation of large scale water and wastewater infrastructure facilities to the design and construction of amusement theme parks, subdivisions and residential, commercial and hospitality projects. He also has extensive experience as technical expert in litigation support matters involving massive flooding events, storm drain and sanitary sewer systems, landslides, land subsidence, change detection, code compliance, construction defect, origin and cause investigations, failure analysis, boundary and easement disputes, and standard of care. He has testified as an expert witness in California and Nevada on a range of issues.
Mr....
Barry Taheri
Infrastructure/Construction/Forensics and Testing
California Consultants
Long Beach, California
Construction Defects, Construction Engineering
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Waterproofing, Building Envelope, Windows and Doors, Leak Investigation, building Enclosure, Below Grade, Above Grade, Roof, Planters, Construction Standard Of Care, Water Damage
...Over the past 24 years, he has completed over 5,000 forensic projects and is a designated industry expert for the California Contractors State License Bureau (CSLB)
Qualifications, experience and accreditations are as follows;
Firm-California Consultants:
• Designated industry expert for the state of California (CSLB)
• Over 25 years’ experience in Forensics, Weatherization, Field Testing.
• Building Envelope member, of the Los Angeles Chapter of the BEC.
• DuPont Envelope Certification number: DWSRC 1082
• State of California Contractor’s License: B 904491
• Certified Water Testing with equipment calibrated annually.
• Certified in Thermographic imaging.
• Technical Writer for Code Programs (Lessons from prior building cycles)
• Consultant and Industry Expert - 30 years of Experience in Commercial and Residential Construction.
• Experience in Forensic Investigation and Analysis of Construction Defects: Site Inspections, Destructive
Testing, Issues Analysis and Cost of Repair.
• Litigation...
Benedict J Tisa
FBI Retired
San Francisco, California
Police Practices & Procedures, Firearms & Ballistics
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Use of Force, Arrest and Control, SWAT, Officer Involved Shooting
AREAS OF EXPERTISE - FIELD OPERATIONS AND DEPLOYMENT TACTICS
Use of Force • Officer Involved Shootings • Force Management Review • Threat Assessment Procedures • Firearms • Weapon Tactics • Defensive Tactics/Patrol-Custody Officers • Less-Lethal and Impact Weapons • Arrest and Control Procedures • Prisoner/Inmate Control • Patrol Officer Tactics • Plain Clothes Officer Tactics • Negotiation Team Tactics • SWAT Team Operations • External Ballistics and Projectile Trajectories • Chemical Agents • Command Post Operations • Patrol Supervisor First Responder Procedures • Sniper Team Operations • Incident Command and Control Procedures • Critical Incident Management •Psychology and Physiology of Behavior in Critical Incidents • Warrant Service • Hostage Rescue Procedures • Aircraft, Ship and Oil Platform Recovery • Security/Guard Staff Procedures • Security/Vulnerability Assessments and Procedures • Helicopter Operations • Forced Breaching Methods and Procedures • Low-light/Night Operations...
Tatevik Torossian
Forensic CPA Litigation Support & Expert Witness
Grobstein Teeple LLP
Woodland Hills, California
Fraud, Accounting
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Complex commercial litigation, expert witness, economic damages, lost profits, fraud investigations, trust disputes, partnership disputes, wrongful termination, wage disputes, personal injury, family law, wrongful death, bankruptcy, lost wages, fidelity losses
General Background: Tatevik has worked in the field of Forensic Accounting since 2009, having over 15 years of experience with forensic accounting and fraud investigations. Her expertise includes the analysis and measurement of economic damages resulting from business interruption losses, commercial litigation disputes, loss of earnings calculations, family law, and employee theft. She has been designated as an expert witness and assisted in the evaluation and preparation of expert witness reports and calculations for Federal and State Courts. Tatevik is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California and is Certified in Financial Forensics by the AICPA. She is also a Certified Fraud Examiner and a Master Analyst in Financial Forensics. Tatevik earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from California State University, Los Angeles. She comes from an extensive background of forensic accounting as well as business management and tax services....
John Tyson, BS, MS, JD, P.E.
AR TECH FORENSIC EXPERTS INC.
Encino, California
Accident Reconstruction, Slip Trip & Fall
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Vehicle Accident Reconstruction, Car, Bus, Bicycle, Pedestrian, Computer modeling, 3D, Accident Animation 3D Simulation, laser scan, Matterport, Faro, SAFETY, Stairways, ramps, ADA, Building Code Analysis, Coefficient of Friction Testing Products, Lighting, Guards, Industrial
...He has investigated, analyzed and reconstructed more than fifteen thousand accidents during this period.
Consultant to many Governmental and Municipal agencies including United States Attorney, Federal Government, Department of Justice, State Attorney General California, Cities of Los Angeles, Burbank, Pasadena, Glendale, Ontario, Santa Monica ,San Gabriel, Ventura , Fountain Valley, Santa Barbara, Calexico, County of Los Angeles, Orange County, Ventura County. Goleta CALTRANS, State of California.
He has supervised and trained many Engineers and Physicists in the field of Forensic Engineering. He has testified on several hundred occasions on a variety of aspects of accident reconstruction for both plaintiff and defense in depositions, arbitrations, civil and criminal, trials in Municipal and Superior Courts
He has been a court appointed expert in numerous criminal trials ranging from traffic accident to First Degree Murder....
Benjamin O. Warren, Jr.
Hot Pursuit, Inc.
Huntington Beach, California
Police Practices & Procedures, Jails & Prisons
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Pursuit Policy, Use-of-Force, Crime Foreseeability, Lethal Use-of-Force, Excessive Force, In-Custody Death, Firearms, Less-Than-Lethal, Reasonable Suspicion, Probable Cause, Searches, Internal Affairs, Crime & Arrest, Jail Policy, Jail Custody, Jail Suicide, Bars/Night Clubs, Security
...Patrol and field functions for a total of 18 years. Responded to tens of thousands of emergency calls for service. Assigned as Delegate and Defense Representative on behalf police officers of the Los Angeles Police Protective League.
Assigned as a detective trainee, Southeast Division, Major Assault Crimes (MAC). Filed cases with the Los Angeles County District Attorney and Los Angeles City Attorney. Prepared and presented criminal cases for preliminary hearing and trial. Testified approximately 150+ times at preliminary hearings and criminal trials and Municipal Court as an investigator and fact witness. Testified at preliminary hearing under California, Proposition 115, Peace Officer Hearsay Testimony, pursuant to the Crime Victims Justice Reform Act 1990.
Assigned to the Los Angeles Police Academy, Law Training Unit, trained new police recruits, designed curriculum based on Department policy, and P.O.S.T standards....
Mickey Williams, Esq., J.D., MPA
Police Chief and Attorney-Police Practices Expert
M.L. Williams Consulting, LLC
California
Law Enf & Criminal Justice, Police Practices & Procedures
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Use of Force, Training, Officer Involved Shooting, Canine , Internal Affairs, Police Discipline, Crisis Negotiations, Undercover , Evidence Handling, Pursuit Incidents, De-escalation, Incident Management, Homeless, Promotional/Hiring Processes, Investigations, Tactics, Policy, FTO, SWAT, Accident
...Mickey also conducts all types of investigations.
Mickey's areas of expertise include the following: Use of Force Review/Policy/Best Practices, Officer Involved Shootings, K-9 Deployment/Management/Policy, Internal Affairs Investigations, Police Discipline, Hostage/Crisis Negotiations, Criminal Investigation Best Practices, Undercover Investigations, Evidence Handling Practices, Media Relations, Emergency Vehicle Operations, Field Training Officer/Program Management, and De-Escalation and Crisis Management.
Mickey worked at all levels of municipal policing to include patrol, investigations, undercover investigations, crimes of violence (homicide) investigations, supervision, internal affairs, and police executive assignments. Mickey oversaw the Carlsbad Police Department (CA) that served a residential population of 115,000 and employed over 180 full-time employees....
Tina L Wood, RN BSN CCRN CFRN
Arcata, CA, California
Critical Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine
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Quality Assurance, Staff Development, Trauma Nursing, Critical Care Nursing, Critical Care Transport, Trauma Transport, Nursing Administration, Sepsis, Core Measures
...I have always had a fascination with puzzles and connections, review and investigation are a source for me to utilize my intellect and experience in the field of nursing to solve a problem or discover an error that by being identified, need never happen again.
I am nationally certified in Critical Care and Flight Nursing. I have practiced in large, metropolitan facilities, teaching facilities and small rural facilities with a distinct lack of resources. I have flown for hospital based and private entities. I have been associate faculty at a junior college and precepted in major teaching facilities. I have also completed a preceptorship in mechanical assist devices for the cardiovascular system. I look forward to the opportunity to use my years of experience and knowledge base in a setting where it will be valued.
Michael J Kosnett, MD, MPH, FACMT
Denver, Colorado
Toxicology, Occupational Medicine
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Lead poisoning, cannabis, drug testing, alcohol, marijuana, environmental toxicology, occupational toxicology, arsenic poisoning, forensic toxicology, DUI, risk assessment, aviation toxicology, medical monitoring
...Ellenhorn Award [career achievement award in recognition
of “extraordinary contributions to the field of medical
toxicology”]
Diplomate, American Boards of Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine (Occupational Medicine), and Medical Toxicology
Active Medical Licensure in Colorado and California
Professional activities have included:
• Past President, American College of Medical Toxicology
• Committee on Toxicology of the National Academy of Sciences
• NIOSH Board of Scientific Counselors
• CDC Advisory Committee on Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
• EPA Science Advisory Board panels (lead in air, water, dust)
• ATSDR expert panels (lead biomonitoring, hair analysis)
• WHO consultant and temporary advisor (arsenic in drinking water, chelation of heavy metals)
• Consultant to US Air Force Science Advisory Board (F-22)
• Consultant to the US Navy Naval Air Systems Command (F-18)
• US Army Public Health Command (consultant on lead toxicology)
• State of Colorado, Retail Marijuana Public Health...
Mark A McFarland, PE
Discovery Engineering
Boulder, Colorado
Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications
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electrocution, electronics, networks, wireless, cellular, 5G, GPS, radar, LTE, cell phones, cell towers, base stations, SMS, quality sciences, applied research, RF, interference, radio, satellite, Internet
...He has worked with lawyers in several fields including: wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, securities fraud, homicide, sex trafficking, medical malpractice, class action, insurance claims, patent litigation, contract disputes, and more.
Mark has worked dozens of cases and has testified in court and at depositions for civil and criminal cases.
Many of the cases he's worked have settled on his expert report.
Contact Mark at Discovery Engineering when you have litigation involving electrical, electronic, software, cellular, or GPS evidence.
* Licensed & Board Certified *
720-593-1640
Please call or visit my website for more information.
Have a fantastic day!
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Mark McFarland, P.E., D.F.E., is a licensed and Board certified engineer and statistician with 25+ years of experience in electrical engineering, telecommunications, and applied research....
Russell H Viciedo
Elevator & Escalator Expert Witness
Argon Elevator Consulting, LLC
Arvada, Colorado
Elevators & Escalators
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Elevator, Escalator, Dumbwaiter, Wind Turbine Lift, Construction Hoist, Vertical Transportation, Conveyance
...Relying on years of R&D experience coupled with years of practical field experience, Russ will determine the cause, or probable cause, of failure, and support his expert assessment both in oral and written form, and provide you, and your client, with supplemental, documented information as supporting evidence allows.
Key Expert Witness Cases:
1. Escalator injury accident investigation. The escalator experienced a freefall incident injuring many riding passengers. Investigated and determined root cause.
2. Elevator riding passenger beheading investigation. The elevator operated with its doors open resulting in the beheading of a surgeon. Investigated and determined root cause.
3. Alleged fraudulent billing investigation. Analyzed several hundred invoices against mechanic time tickets and actual work completed. Determined fraudulent billing had taken place for a period of 3-4 years.
4....
Paul D Ferreira, CM,CS
Construction Related Accidents & Claims
Eleuthera Associates, LLC
Lebanon, Connecticut
Construction, Equipment & Machinery
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Construction Related Accidents, Defective Roadway & Walking Surfaces, Operation of Heavy Equipment Trucks and Tools, Roadway & Site Safety & Traffic Control, OSHA DOT ANSI MUTCD ADA, Excavation & Trenching Safety, Concrete Construction Safety, NY 811 Certified, Defective Workmanship Claims
...Ferreira has earned numerous specialized safety certifications in his field and holds diplomas in both construction safety and construction management, as well as NY 811 certification. He is a licensed water & sewer contractor, ATSSA certified traffic director, Class A unrestricted commercial CDL truck driver, and a life-long member of the International Union of Operating Engineers.
Mr. Ferreira has an extensive background in excavation, concrete construction, streetscapes, underground utilities (sewer, drainage and water), roadway and parking lot improvements (sidewalks, ramps, grading, paving and walls), building site excavation, guardrail and fencing, highway and street lighting, traffic signalization, landscaping, roadway signage, pavement striping, traffic control in work zones, FHWA and DOT traffic control and permitting requirements, and pedestrian safety....
Steven G. Kline
Pixel Analysis, LLC
Trumbull, Connecticut
Video, Photography & Imaging
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Forensic Video Analysis, Image Clarification, Security Video, Surveillance Video, Cell Phone Video, Photogrammetry, Reverse Projection, Video Production, Day in the Life Video, Drone Video & Drone Photography, Digital Media, 3D Representation & 3D Graphics
...Since 2007, Steve has worked on dozens homicide cases, processing video for both investigations and prosecutions. Through this work, he gained respect from both sides of the case, being hired by defense attorneys for some of their subsequent cases.
Steve prides himself on finding hidden information that many overlook. This often stems from precise processing for image enhancements to gain the best quality, while maintaining the integrity and authenticity of the video & images. His work has led to arrests and convictions as well as aiding in the exoneration of wrongly accused. As founder of Pixel Analysis, he can focus attention of skills that matter. Last year alone, he contested State and Federal Agency reports on several cases, exposing poor techniques or limited training.
Always expanding his knowledge and capabilities in Video Forensics, Steve has immersed himself in continuing education. He is LEVA certified and constantly learning new tools and techniques....
Jason T Ghetian, CISSP, GISP, GCFE, GCIH, GISF, DeXT, CART
Cryptocurrency - Former FBI Special Agent (Cyber)
Cyber Asset Recovery Experts Inc
Wilmington, Delaware
Cryptocurrency, Cybersecurity
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Asset Searches, Fraud Investigations, Pig Butchering, High-Tech Fraud, Digital Forensics, Cyber Investigations, Cryptocurrency Valuation, Hacking
Over his 20-year career with the FBI, Jason excelled in investigating cyber-related crimes, including hacking, online stalking, SIM card swapping, business email compromises, phishing, tech support scams, romance scams, and cryptocurrency investment frauds. His expertise covered cryptocurrency tracing, digital device forensics, email forensics, Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) analysis, social media investigations, domain attribution, money laundering, and international collaboration with foreign governments. Jason founded the FBI’s Orange County Cyber Task Force, uniting cyber investigators from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. His investigative techniques have been disseminated across all 52 FBI Field Offices and other federal agencies....
Matthew Furlong, CBC, RBC
Construction and Building Code Compliance Expert
Först Consulting Group
District Of Columbia
Construction Defects, Construction
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Forensic investigation, building pathology, failure analysis, technical reporting, construction claims, litigation support, insurance, building code, EIFs, stucco, building envelope, facades, rainscreen, infrared, moisture, structural capability, energy conservation, contract analysis
...Matthew Furlong specializes in construction defect and failure analysis, forensic engineering, scientific investigations, technical report writing and expert witness testimony for construction claims and litigation matters. Mr. Furlong has 21 years of experience with construction, project coordination and design, remodeling, and field inspections of building systems for residential, and commercial low and high-rise properties. He has successfully completed more than 600 unique and custom projects while as a general contractor.
His builder background experience ranges from high-end new custom home construction, interior renovations and additions, to green building and energy efficient homes, historical renovations, timber-framing, and creating elaborate custom interiors in prestigious estate-sized homes. This experience gives Mr. Furlong the unique qualifications to testify as an expert in construction matters. As a professional consultant, Mr....
Alfonso Alzamora, PE, CGC
Construction Defects Expert Witness
A2 Consultants & Engineers LLC
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Construction Defects, Engineering
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Building Envelope, Building Enclosure, Exterior Walls, Cladding, Fenestrations, Glass and Glazing, Facades, Coatings, Waterproofing, Roofing, Water Intrusion, Forensic Investigation, Field Testing, Building Inspection, Condition Assessment, Wind Damage Evaluation
I am a licensed Professional Engineer (FL, TX, LA) and Certified General Contractor (FL) with twenty years of consulting and engineering experience, specializing in the design, evaluation, inspection, and testing of building envelope systems such as exterior wall systems, glass and glazing systems, above and below-grade waterproofing systems, and roofing systems for new and existing structures. I am a member of various industry organizations and an accredited LEED professional.
I have worked on hundreds of projects throughout North America and the Caribbean. I enjoy providing technical and engineering expertise on all types of building projects to develop and construct high-performance building enclosure systems. I have extensive experience conducting forensic evaluations on buildings with envelope performance problems and leading remedial design and management programs for building envelope replacement or rehabilitation.
Additionally, I provide litigation support services and expert...
Jason Bondurant, PE, RRC
Building Envelope & Construction Defects Expert
GCI Consultants, LLC
Jupiter, Florida
Construction Defects, Civil Engineering
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Building Envelope, Water Infiltration, Forensic Investigation, Facade Systems, Building Performance, Waterproofing, Moisture Control, Air Barriers, Roofing Systems, Fenestration, Weatherproofing, Building Diagnostics, Water Leaks, Litigation Support, Expert Testimony, Windows, Doors, Exterior Walls
...With over 12 years of extensive experience in the field, Jason has established himself as an expert in building envelope systems, specializing in roofing/waterproofing systems, exterior wall systems, and glazing systems....
Robert E Capwell, RIMS-CRMP
Employment Screening and Negligent Hiring Expert
Capwell Consulting Group LLC
St. Augustine, Florida
Human Resources, Investigation
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Background Checks, Employment Screening, Negligent Hiring, Negligent Retention, FCRA, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Workplace Violence, Elder Abuse, Employee Due Diligence, PBSA Accreditation, Risk Management, Workplace Safety, Wrongful Termination, Civil Class Action, Criminal Background Checks, EEOC
...He is the founder and principal consultant of Capwell Consulting Group LLC, which provides employment screening expert witness and litigation support in the areas of employment screening litigation, background checks, criminal background check expertise, litigation support for background check cases, due diligence background screening litigation, and fraud prevention background screening, HR compliance investigations and workplace violence.
Mr. Capwell is widely recognized for his deep subject matter background check industry expertise in the employment screening field, Mr. Capwell specializes in providing his expertise as a background check expert witness involving the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), background check dispute resolution claims, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), workplace violence, an expert witness for negligent hiring cases, negligent supervision and retention cases....
Augusto C Carvajal
Tree Expert Witness and Arborist Consultant
Doral, Florida
Arborist, Environmental
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Arborist, Tree Risk Assessment, Tree value, Hazard assessment, Arboricultural consulting, Tree preservation, Tree health assessment, Expert witness testimony, Boundary tree disputes, Tree appraisal and valuation, Construction impact assessments, Municipal tree ordinance compliance, Court testimony
...With over 20 years in the field, he provides precise and scientifically grounded evaluations for cases involving tree hazards, liability assessments, and failure investigations. An ISA-certified arborist and Tree Risk Assessment (TRAQ qualified) professional, Augusto has supported various high-profile cases by offering expert testimony on issues of tree failure, Risk Assessment, and urban forestry impacts. Augusto’s expertise in tree biology and arboriculture makes him a trusted authority for cases requiring specialized knowledge in tree risk and failure analysis in the subtropical areas of South Florida and Puerto Rico.
Brenda Eagan-Johnson, EdD, CBIST-AP
EXPERT NICHE: Child-Teen-Young Adult Brain Injury
Brain Injury Neurodevelopmental Consulting
Florida
Education & Schools, Brain Injury Medicine
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Pediatric brain injury, personal injury, acquired brain injury, TBI, concussion, traumatic brain injury, school concussions, MVA, carbon monoxide, lead poisoning, near drowning, neuro-development, brain, school, education, transition, child, special education, young adult, college
...I investigate brain injury from a functional, clinical, and neurodevelopmental perspective. I identify strengths and weaknesses in a child's cognitive, behavioral, socio-emotional, and learning skills by examining their home, school, and community activities of daily living following all severities of pediatric brain injury. Additionally, I have specialized expertise in the field of return-to-school concussion management policies and procedures.
My investigation into daily function is a highly nuanced area that requires expert interpretation. I identify if, and to what extent a brain injury has impacted an individual's learning and behavior. Brain injury can affect skills that have not yet matured, depending on the areas of the brain that were damaged and at what point in development. New cognitive or behavioral deficits can emerge as the child's brain develops over time.
I determine the services required after a brain injury for optimal outcomes....
Sanford Kaminsky, AIA, NCARB
Construction Defects Expert Witness
m2e Consulting Engineers
Miami - Coral Gables, Florida
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Standard of Care, Failure Analysis, Construction Documents, Defect, Change Order, Building, Design, Condominium, Hospitality, Casino, gaming, Code Compliance, Contract Document, Field Management, Contract Administration, Commercial, Highrise, Retail, Hotel, Condo-Hotel
...My services include field investigations, water intrusion and failure analyses, development of repair methodologies, specialty construction reviews, and de-watering techniques. I have been deposed on matters related to professional standard of care, AHCA regulations for Class III operating rooms, and wrongful death cases involving my OSHA certification.
I am licensed in Florida and Nevada, formerly licensed in Ontario, Canada, and maintain active membership in:
AIA – American Institute of Architects
NCARB – National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (Ret)
My commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards and delivering comprehensive, expert testimony has made me a trusted resource for attorneys seeking authoritative insights into complex construction defects and standard-of-care disputes.
Arlen Leiner
A & L MARITIME EXPERTSs, LLC.
Land O Lakes, Florida
Maritime, Accident Reconstruction
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Boat Diminished Valuation, Boating Accident Reconstruction, Vessel collisions, Sinking, Boat Fire Reconstruction, Maritime Injury and Death, Cruise ships Accidents, Jones Act investigations, Boat Construction and repair, Marine Engines, US Coast Guard (USCG) (DOT) (DEA), Navigation Rules
(1) Numerous experiences as a certified expert witness in the Marine Field in the past 38 years, including Diminished Valuation, Accident Reconstruction, Vessel collisions, Sinking’s, Fire Reconstruction, Injury and Death, Cruise ships Accidents, Jones Act investigations, and noncompliance, Boat Construction, and repair and Quality Control, Marine Engines, and Installations, Testifying in the United States, Great Britain, BVIs, Mexico, Spain, Puerto Rico, France, Poland, and Greece.
(2) Experience with Docks (loading and unloading), Boatyards, and Marinas and Marina Dockage, Boat Construction, Repair, Quality Control, Boat, and Ship Construction, as well as Management of New Construction and Repair.
(3) Experienced boat builder Ocean Horse Label (before HIN’s) 178FRP Commercial boats, 3 Steel, 3 Aluminum, 7 Wood, 8 sail 5 FRP and 3 Steel, and from 2007 on under the AMS HIN Experienced and licensed operator (Master since 1963).
(4) Experienced Marine Engineer License 4000 Horsepower or greater...
Eli Loch, D.O.
Pain Management Physician - Florida Georgia
Ponte Vedra, Florida
Pain Management - Medicine, Anesthesiology
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Interventional, injection, epidural, facet, radiofrequency ablation, rhizotomy, neck, back, cervical, lumbar, sciatica, radiculopathy, neuropathy, pain, spinal cord stimulation, nerve injury, herniated disc, joint, knee, shoulder
...Staying at the University of Florida, he was selected for an elite fellowship in interventional pain management to train with nationally recognized leaders in the field. Dr. Loch is board certified in both anesthesiology and interventional pain management by the American Board of Anesthesiology. He is very experienced in image guided interventional procedures, having personally performed over 10,000 spine, joint, and nerve injections. He is active at Baptist Hospital Nassau, being both a consulting physician and member of the credentialing committee.
Dr. Loch has also been involved with numerous professional societies including the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP), North American Spine Society (NASS), American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA), and has held leadership positions in the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)....
Christopher Matthews
Building Envelope & Construction Defects Expert
GCI Consultants
Jupiter, Florida
Construction Defects, Building Inspection
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Building Envelope, Building Enclosure, Water Infiltration, Hurricane Resistance, Forensic Investigation, Water Leakage, Facade Systems, Waterproofing, Litigation Support, Building Diagnostics, Air Barriers, Expert Witness, Fenestration, Weatherproofing, Envelope Retrofits, Exterior Glazing Systems
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- Expertise in forensic investigation and repair of existing structures with envelope performance issues.
- Litigation support consultant and expert witness in disputes related to exterior wall and glazing system installation, performance, and design.
- Proficient in successful design and construction of new buildings of various types....
Tracy Myers, AIA
Myers Consulting
Altamonte Springs, Florida
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Standard of care, general construction, personal injury, trip and fall, stairs, accessibility, ADA, construction, defect analysis, roofing, waterproofing, fenestration, building enclosure, building envelope, accident, contracts, architect, general contractor, NCARB, RRO
...She specializes in expert witness testimony related to architectural and general construction issues, personal injury defect and accident investigation, building enclosure investigation and repair including waterproofing, roofing and fenestration, forensic architecture, litigation support, property loss evaluation, code upgrade review, peer review and quality assurance services.
Prior to opening her own consulting practice in 2019, she worked for privately-owned architectural and forensic architectural firms, a corporate development department at a privately-owned restaurant company, a roofing manufacturer as a member of their Building and Roofing Science team, and a construction consulting firm.
Ms. Myers has worked in the forensic field for over 20 years and has provided consulting expertise on a variety of project types including single and multi-family residential, industrial, health care, hospitality, office, commercial, educational, and retail....
Andres Navarro, P.E., DFE, ACTAR, CXLT
Accident Reconstruction Expert & Engineer - FL
Logic Forensic Engineering, LLC
Plantation , Florida
Accident Reconstruction, Premises Liability
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Automobile and Commercial Vehicle (Truck) Accident Reconstruction, EDR Data (Black Box) Downloads, Motorcycle Accidents, Forklift Accident Reconstruction, OSHA Regulations, Premises Liability, Pedestrian Slip/Trip/Misstep & Fall Accidents, Construction and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Accidents
...Navarro is a licensed Professional Engineer and Board-Certified Diplomate in Forensic Engineering who
practices in the field of Accident Reconstruction. He has investigated over one thousand five hundred accidents
and incidents, including automobile accidents and a variety of premises related incidents. He has offered expert
witness testimony by way of deposition and trial.
Mr. Navarro is a Fully Accredited Traffic Accident Reconstructionist and has reconstructed over one thousand motor vehicle
accidents involving passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, buses, recreational vehicles, motorcycles, industrial vehicles,
forklifts, bicycles, and pedestrians. He has advanced training in human factors related to vehicle drivers, work zone traffic
control, imaging EDR “black box” data from vehicles, and collection/preservation of evidence. He holds a motorcycle
endorsement and forklift operator certification.
Mr....
Jean L. Seawright, CMC
Seawright & Associates
Maitland, Florida
Employment, Management
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Negligent hiring, negligent retention, discrimination, harassment, termination, HR practices, HR policies & procedures, Title VII, background checks, compensation, ADA, ADAAA, FMLA, overtime, FLSA, EEOC, investigations, employee handbooks, employment regulations, HR practices
...She is available to provide case analysis and expert witness services in cases involving negligent hiring, negligent retention, discrimination, ADA, harassment (all types), terminations, Title VII/EEOC compliance, HR practices, investigations, wage and hour/FLSA/overtime matters, policies and procedures, and state/federal employment laws/regulations. Ms. Seawright is also a highly regarded speaker at state/national conferences and has published numerous articles in the field of human resources. She is a Certified Management Consultant, a designation credentialed by the Institute of Management Consultants. The CMC designation is the preeminent mark of achievement obtained by less than one percent of all consultants.
Mark P Stuart, CFL
EC Lock Forensics Consulting
Pace, Florida
Locksmith, Forensic Science
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Automatic-doors, Accident, Investigator, licensed, evidence, Fire-doors, Injury, door-malfunctions, break-in, toolmarks, Forensic, hardware-failure, locks, bypass, identification, Architectural, witness, certified, inspector, code-compliance
EC Lock Forensics Consulting
EC Lock Forensics Consulting is an investigative and technical expert witness company with expertise in the esoteric fields of physical securiy, fire door assembly inspection and automatic power operated door inspections.
5545 Greenleaf Drive
Pace, FL 32571
850-368-1934
[email protected]
CURRICULUM VITAE
Mark P....
Scott L Turner
Truck Crash and Incidents; FMCSA(R); Standards
Truck Accident & Incident Experts, LLC
Naples, Florida
Trucking, Transportation
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Trucking safety and compliance, fatigue driving of trucks, truck driver fitness, motor carrier fitness, cargo tank truck, forklift injury, trucking accident, truck loading/offloading injuries, negligent hire & retention, driver qualifications, load securement failure, construction zone accidents
Serving as an Expert Witness practice dedicated to Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) crashes and/or incidents on a nationwide basis (all 50-states) and Canada, our highly qualified and well-rounded expert opinions are supported by in excess of 30 years-experience regarding our Chief Consultant (Scott L Turner), and in-excess of a collective of 100-years regarding our dedicated Senior Consultants (all FMCSA Level 1 Roadside Enforcement trained) in the highly specialized field of CMV crashes, CMV incident investigation, load securement failure, Motor Carrier and professional CMV driver fitness, negligent hire/retention claims, loading dock claims with CMV involvement, fatigue and/or inattentive driving claims, post-crash CMV inspection by in-house FMCSA roadside enforcement Level 1 MCSAP-NASI trained personnel, and general CMV transportation related litigation....
Lester Weitman
Lester Weitman Consulting, LLC
Coral Springs, Florida
Automotive, Products Liability
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wiring, electrical, fire, defect, design, failure, electronics, battery, motor, module, engineering, connector, instrument, cluster, speedometer, HVAC, charging, alternator, starter, validation
...Over forty years of automotive electronic and mechanical product design, development, manufacturing and field failure analysis experiences. A Six-Sigma Black belt trained strategic and systems thinker, achieved millions of dollars in cost and quality improvements by designing and launching various electronic modules and sub-systems, including Infotainment, Climate Controls, Electronics and Wiring. As a Ford Quality Supervisor, used my prior 23 years of design, warranty analysis and service experiences to coach electronic module and wiring engineers to improve their designs. Taught Ford and Supplier engineers industry standard engineering development and failure analysis methods (Failure Mode Effects Analysis; 8D; Pareto; Statistics; etc.) and ISO 9001 quality compliance disciplines. Trusted by Ford Management (1977-2017) to provide peer reviews and independent risk assessments for deciding approval or revision of selected designs for production....
Mark Harless, MS, PSP
Security Expert - Former FBI Special Agent
Group Nine Risk Consulting
Buford, Georgia
Premises Liability, Security
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Premises Liability, Violent Crime, Security Negligence, Security Guards, Gas Stations, Convenience Stores, Apartment Complexes, Retail Establishments, Night Clubs, Parking Lots, Forseeability
...He joined the firm following a distinguished 25-year federal law enforcement career, earning recognition for his contributions to national security and investigative leadership.
As a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Mark led high-profile investigations into financial crimes, public corruption, organized crime, and counterterrorism. His exceptional work earned him the FBI Director’s Award twice, a testament to his investigative expertise and leadership. Before joining the FBI, Mark served as a Special Agent with the U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI), where he conducted investigations into violent crime, narcotics trafficking, and counterintelligence. He also spearheaded Red Team Operations to identify and address facility and operational security vulnerabilities....
Shari Jordan
Nursing Home Administrator
Third Opinion MD, LLC
Clayton, Georgia
Nursing Home Administration
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Nursing Homes, Elder Abuse, Standard of Care, Dementia, Nursing Home Neglect, Medication Errors, Bed Sores, UTI, Palliative Care, Malnutrition, Restraints, Hospice, Chart Compliance, Infection, Long Term Care, Geriatric Care, Wound Care, Resident Care, Elder Care, Policies and Procedures
Nursing Home Administrator with more than 30 years of experience in the field. Georgia Nursing Home Administrator license #4158. Certified in Dementia Stages Training, Dementia with Dignity, Dementia with Behaviors, Long Term Care Abuse Coordinator, Educator, Investigator. Expert in regulatory compliance, operations logistics, P.O.C. development, financial analytical reviews, performance improvement, collection management and policies and procedures. Available for medical records, charts and other documents review, case disposition analysis, depositions and court testimonies.
Eli Loch, D.O.
Pain Management Physician - Florida Georgia
Georgia
Pain Management - Medicine, Anesthesiology
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Interventional, injection, epidural, facet, radiofrequency ablation, rhizotomy, neck, back, cervical, lumbar, sciatica, radiculopathy, neuropathy, pain, spinal cord stimulation, nerve injury, herniated disc, joint, knee, shoulder
...Staying at the University of Florida, he was selected for an elite fellowship in interventional pain management to train with nationally recognized leaders in the field. Dr. Loch is board certified in both anesthesiology and interventional pain management by the American Board of Anesthesiology. He is very experienced in image guided interventional procedures, having personally performed over 10,000 spine, joint, and nerve injections. He is active at Baptist Hospital Nassau, being both a consulting physician and member of the credentialing committee.
Dr. Loch has also been involved with numerous professional societies including the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP), North American Spine Society (NASS), American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA), and has held leadership positions in the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)....
Joshua C Shelton, CPP, CTM
Group Nine Risk Consulting
Peachtree City, Georgia
Security, Premises Liability
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Security, Premises Liability, Threat Assessment, Active-Shooter, Inadequate & Negligent Security, Workplace Violence, Security Management, Security Guards, Gas Station, Apartment, Parking Garage, ASIS, Physical Security, Asset Protection, Logistics Security, Investigations, WPV, SHRM, assault
...Globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals, the CPP demonstrates one’s knowledge and competency in seven key domains of security: Security Principles and Practices, Business Principles and Practices, Investigations, Personnel Security, Physical Security, Information Security, and Crisis Management.
Josh is also a Certified Threat Manager (CTM) by The Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP). ATAP is a distinguished and dynamic organization that serves as a pivotal hub for professionals dedicated to the comprehensive field of threat assessment and risk management. Comprising a diverse community of experts from various disciplines, ATAP fosters a collaborative environment where members collectively contribute to the advancement of threat assessment methodologies, strategies, and best practices....
Thomas H Burtness, PE, CFEI
Burtness Engineering Services
White Heath, Illinois
Electrical Engineering, Equipment & Machinery
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Lighting, Street Lighting, Parking Area Lighting, Illumination, Accidents & Injuries due to Insufficient Lighting, Photometric Site Surveys, Light Fixtures, Electrocution, Electrical Injuries and Wrongful Death, Electrical Construction Injuries and Defects, Contract Disputes, Fire Origin & Cause
Professional Engineer, investigator, consultant, detective, writer, teacher, expert. The breadth and depth of my technical knowledge as a Licensed Professional Engineer in 24 states and my hands-on experience as a former contractor and licensed electrician, as well as my helpful interpersonal skills, allow me to meticulously examine the numerous details of any case, to determine the pertinent root causes, and then to communicate complex technical issues on a practical level so that lay people, attorneys, judges, and juries can easily understand the relevant facts....
David G Curry, PhD, CHFP, CSP
Curry Human Factors & Safety LLC
Oswego, Illinois
Human Factors, Safety
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Human Capabilities & Limitations, Human-Machine Interface, Ergonomics, Driver Behavior & Capabilities, Warnings & Instructions, Perception, Vision & Visibility, Accident Investigation, Machine Design, Slips, Trips & Falls, Operator-Vehicle Interaction, Surface Transportation
...He is the author of over sixty technical papers dealing with various issues relating to applied human performance, safety, and accident investigation. He holds several U.S. patents and design awards and has or does serve as a member of national standards-making committees for a variety of organizations (e.g., ANSI, ASTM, and SAE.) He has provided expert testimony in both State and Federal courts.
Dr. Curry holds graduate degrees in Experimental/Human Factors and Cognitive/Perceptual Psychology, Industrial & Operations Engineering, and Business. His experience includes over 40 years of work in accident investigation, product design and development, operational testing and analysis, and both laboratory and field research in the control/display, aviation, and surface vehicle arenas.
Dr....
J. Lawrence Stevens, RAC
FDA Medical Device Expert
ONE WAY CONSULTANTS. LLC, FDA Regulatory Experts
East Alton, Illinois
Medical Devices, Biomedical Engineering
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FDA, Medical Devices, FDA Compliance, FDA law, FDA Inspections, FDA medical device regulation, FDA medical device labeling, FDA regulation of clinical trials, FDA approval of medical devices. Medical Device Recalls, Medical Device Complaints
...Experience as an expert witness involving medical device firms and FDA requirements regarding approvals, recalls, complaint investigations, and labeling.
Over 20 years of FDA experience encompassing virtually all of the FDA field positions. Also eighteen years of industry experience as a mid-level manager and senior executive in clinical, regulatory, and quality in the medical device industry. Personally designed quality systems, prepared regulatory submissions (510(k), IDE and PMA) and managed 7 multi-center clinical trials for class 3 medical devices. From 1989-1993, was the Industry Representative on the FDA Circulatory Systems panel which reviewed over 30 PMA clinical studies for cardiovascular device. Serve as an expert witness for cases involving FDA regulation compliance for medical devices. Regularly perform webinars regarding FDA and issues regarding clinical studies and medical devices....
KURT E GLEASON
Mining and Construction Blasting Expert Witness
Rock Management Services, LLC
RAMSEY, Indiana
Blasting and Explosives, Mining
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Construction, Mining, Blasting, Explosives, Drilling
PROFESSION: Mining/Construction Blasting; Explosive Engineering;
Blasting Consulting; Claims Investigation; Expert Witness
EDUCATION: BS Construction Engineering (Civil) 1985, Purdue University
Associates in Applied Science Building Construction Technology 1983, Purdue University
LICENSES/PERMITS: ATF License Number (18 U.S.C....
William R Thompson, PT, DPT, PhD
Physical Therapy, Falls, Fractures, & SNF Expert
Zionsville, Indiana
Physical Therapy, Nursing Homes
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Geriatrics, skilled nursing facility (SNF), Bone, Fractures, Falls, Balance, Slip and Fall, long term care, Fall, Orthopedics, Gabapentin, Lyrica, Neurontin, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Skeletal Health, Acute Care, Trauma, Orthopedic Trauma, fracture
...Additionally, he has received numerous national and international awards recognizing his contributions to the field of physical therapy, bone biology, and musculoskeletal health. Dr. Thompson’s research examines the mechanisms by which bone adapts to exercise and mechanical forces, which have important clinical implications for overall bone health and fractures. His work investigates the molecular mechanisms that control bone anabolism including the function of mesenchymal stem cells, osteocytes, and other bone cells. Several of these studies focus on drugs that influence skeletal health. Current work is examining how the common anti-epileptic and neuropathic pain drugs Gabapentin (Neurontin) pregabalin (Lyrica) influence bone health.
In his roles as a physical therapy clinician, research scientist, and professor Dr. Thompson frequently gives lectures, presentations, and generates reports/manuscripts.
Jerod Allen, PA, CC, XCT, CGA, AINS
Policy, Construction Liability & Estimation Expert
Allen Claims, Inc.
Kansas
Insurance, Dispute Resolution
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Claim Consultant, Public Adjuster, Insurance, Estimation, Valuation, Building Loss Consultants, Xactimate, Insurances Losses, Umpire, ADR, Independent Adjuster, Hurricane, Mediation, Appraisal, Commercial Property, Residential Property, Hail Claims, Freeze Water Claims, Complex Claims, Fire Claims
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* Experienced Retained Expert Witness with Trial & Deposition Experience
* 15 years+ in field inspecting, adjusting and/or estimating losses for insurance claims, build back, and liability.
documenting, overwatch of claims, claim review, reconciliation to move claims forward towards
indemnification, utilizing policy interpretation for proper claims settlement.
* Rebuild loss locations for partial & total losses providing perspective as to the value of the scope and claim amount.
* Umpire for claims losses providing a professionalism non-biased discipline goaled toward
accurate & comprehensive settlement via Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
* Expert witness – Provided opinion about scope, build back, construction scheduling, damages
sustained vs pre-existing, estimate review, & analysis for cause of loss determination.
* Commercial, residential, steep/tall, large loss commercial and residential adjuster & trainer....
James P Murphy, MD, MMM, DFASAM
Murphy Pain Center
Louisville, Kentucky
Pain Management - Medicine, Addiction Medicine
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Chronic pain, Pain Management, addiction, opioids, substance abuse, Suboxone, MAT, MOUD, prescribing, controlled substance, DEA, medical board, regulations, overdose, preventive medicine, standards, harm reduction, anesthesiology, interventional pain, naloxone
...Murphy was selected for the prestigious Mayday Pain & Society Fellowship Program, distinguishing him as one of America's leading experts in the fields of acute and chronic pain and pain management.
Dr. Murphy has created educational programs recognized by the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure and the Federation of State Medical Boards. Nationwide, he has given presentations in concert with government regulators, law enforcement, physician groups, and other community organizations. His work has been featured in a diversity of media ranging from peer-reviewed medical journals, magazines and newspapers, to television, Internet sites, social media, and both the Kentucky and the Indiana board of medical licensure websites.
A former Commander in United States Navy, with over 17 years of combined reserve and active-duty service, Dr....
Kyle B Walsh, MD, MS
Neurocritical Care, Emergency Medicine, Stroke
Villa Hills, Kentucky
Emergency Medicine, Neurocritical Care
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Emergency Medicine, Neurocritical Care, Stroke, Brain Hemorrhage, Brain Trauma, Intensive Care, Airway Management, Mechanical Ventilation, Anoxic Brain Injury, Pulmonary emboli, Heart Attack, Lacerations, Overdose, ARDS, Spine Injury, Trauma, Sepsis, Seizures, Central/Arterial Lines, Abdominal Pain
...In addition to active practice in these fields, I also specialize in acute stroke treatment as a member of an academic institutional stroke team. My broad clinical training and experience have provided a strong foundation to review a wide range of cases, as described in the keywords above; this includes all patients presenting to the emergency department or intensive care unit along with additional subspecialty expertise in emergent and critical neurological conditions.
I provide patient care at both an academic tertiary medical center and a community hospital. I have extensive research experience, serving an investigator for multiple studies, including Principal Investigator for a multimillion dollar research grant related to stroke.
Please do not hestitate to contact me regarding any inquiries or additional questions.
Jeffrey A Grusenmeyer, RA, NCARB, MPE, CBO
Jeffrey A. Grusenmeyer & Associates, Inc.
Michigan
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Forensic Architect, Building Inspection, Architectural Professional Liability, Water Intrusion & Damage, ADA Consulting, Slip Trip and Fall, Building Code, Building Envelope, Waterproofing, Roofs, Fenestration, Construction Administration, Construction Standards, Standard of Care, Design Errors
Responsible for field investigations, failure analysis, building code research, repair solutions, expert reports, trial preparation, and expert witness testimony. Completed more than 10,000 plan examinations for numerous jurisdictions. Technical investigations and research of suspected design and construction problems. Verify and compare as-built conditions, design parameters, building jurisdiction requirements and applicable industry standards of care. Provide quality assurance, evaluation and observation of in-progress construction of commercial and residential structures for conformance to design, material and workmanship standards. Provide expert services for Architecturally related personal Injury matters.
NCARB National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certified
Certified as a Building Official by the Council of American Building Officials....
Scott J Hilden
Police use of force/practice and procedures
S. J. Hilden Consulting
SOUTH LYON, Michigan
Police Practices & Procedures, School Safety
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use of force, civil liability, policy procedures, school policing, premise liability, police operations, risk management, crime prevention, police training, supervision, management, pursuits, internal investigations, racial profiling, best practice, investigations, excessive force, misconduct
...I’ve gained substantial experience in policy development, internal investigations, and risk management. Throughout my career, I have guided departments to achieve and maintain accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and other respected bodies, ensuring strict adherence to national standards. Additionally, my work has extended to emergency vehicle operations, school safety, premises liability, and effective supervision and management of personnel.
I take my role as an expert witness in police conduct litigation with the utmost seriousness. I maintain a strictly neutral and objective perspective in my consulting work, ensuring that my assessments and recommendations are always grounded in facts, evidence, and established best practices. I aim to consistently support fair and just outcomes, regardless of the parties involved.
I believe firmly in fostering a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism within law enforcement....
Michael R Smith
Zip Line and Aerial Adventure Park Expert
AdventureSmith, Inc.
Rochester Hills, Michigan
Athletics & Recreation, Risk Management
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zipline, zip lines, zipline accident, zipline braking, zipline brake system, zipline construction, zipline death, zipline safety, residential/backyard zipline, zipline standards, aerial adventure course, aerial adventure course standards, ropes course, challenge course, climbing, ACCT, ASTM, NAARSO
...He has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies as a business consultant, authored and published climbing guides, worked as a Field Instructor for the Outward Bound School, and is regularly retained as a zip line and adventure park expert witness.
Smith maintains a niche consultancy, AdventureSmith, Inc., focused on risk management, marketing, business consulting, and staff development systems for the aerial adventure course market. AdventureSmith, Inc. has supported many challenge courses, zip lines, and aerial adventure parks in the U.S.A. and Canada....
Gregory G. Zigulis, BSCE, MBA, CIH, CSP
Sixth Sense Safety Solutions
Rogers City, Michigan
Safety, OSHA
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Multiple industry safety experience, OSHA, safety & health, serious injury and fatal injury prevention, occupational fatalities, falls, machine guarding, ladder, multi-employer worksite, construction, training, silica, industrial hygiene, respiratory protection, safety management systems, auditing
...Experienced in:
• Safety, health (OSHA), safety risk assessment
• New plant & facility start-ups
• Development/implementation and/or management of safety and health programs
• Comprehensive HSE management system and compliance auditing
• Multi-employer workplace obligations
• Serious and fatal injury prevention programs
• Continual-improvement based approaches to integrated safety
• Incident investigation (procedure development, training, field implementation)
• Contractor safety management/vetting
• Multiple areas of OSHA emphasis including assessment of air exposures, machine guarding, energy control (lock/tag/try)
• Solid background in multiple areas of OSHA emphasis including assessment of air exposures, machine guarding, energy control (lock/tag/try)
• IVES Certified Trainer for powered industrial equipment: forklifts, telehandlers, mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs) (scissor lifts, boom lifts)
Greg's experience can help others understand occupational safety...
Bart Sutherland, D.V.M.
Oxford, Mississippi
Veterinarian, Agriculture
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Horses, Cattle, Livestock, Research, Dog, Cat
...Specialties: Veterinary Standards of Care, Investigative Interviewing, Equine Regulatory Investigations, Expert Witness Testimony, Civil and Criminal Matters, Nationwide Program Management, Field Audits, Work with Equine Associations, Expert on the Horse Protection Act
Jerod Allen, PA, CC, XCT, CGA, AINS
Policy, Construction Liability & Estimation Expert
Allen Claims, Inc.
Kansas City, Missouri
Insurance, Dispute Resolution
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Claim Consultant, Public Adjuster, Insurance, Estimation, Valuation, Building Loss Consultants, Xactimate, Insurances Losses, Umpire, ADR, Independent Adjuster, Hurricane, Mediation, Appraisal, Commercial Property, Residential Property, Hail Claims, Freeze Water Claims, Complex Claims, Fire Claims
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* Experienced Retained Expert Witness with Trial & Deposition Experience
* 15 years+ in field inspecting, adjusting and/or estimating losses for insurance claims, build back, and liability.
documenting, overwatch of claims, claim review, reconciliation to move claims forward towards
indemnification, utilizing policy interpretation for proper claims settlement.
* Rebuild loss locations for partial & total losses providing perspective as to the value of the scope and claim amount.
* Umpire for claims losses providing a professionalism non-biased discipline goaled toward
accurate & comprehensive settlement via Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
* Expert witness – Provided opinion about scope, build back, construction scheduling, damages
sustained vs pre-existing, estimate review, & analysis for cause of loss determination.
* Commercial, residential, steep/tall, large loss commercial and residential adjuster & trainer....
Frank Comer, PE
PST ENGINEERING
Kansas City, Missouri
Engineering, Construction Defects
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Building Inspection, Civil Engineering, Construction Defects, Failure Analysis, Structural Engineering, Roof Analysis, Water Leaks, Geotech Engineering, Forensic Engineering, Stucco - EIFS, Grade Drainage, Foundation Settlement, Retaining Walls, Cause & Origin, Building Codes, Standard of Care
Frank Comer is an experienced engineer specializing in the civil, structural, geotechnical and environmental fields. Licensed in the state of Missouri, he holds a reciprocity license in Kansas, is registered w NCEES to access other state licenses. Founder and sole owner of Property Services Team, LLC, dba PST Engineering, Frank has been inspecting, designing and consulting under PST since 1999. He has been in the insurance adjusting and engineering field for over 35 years.
PST provides design for new homes and buildings (complete construction and additions), design consulting to other professionals (engineers and architects), due-diligence and construction, QA/QC inspections, as well as forensic and cause and origin investigations for many different building- and property-related products and their design and installation....
Adam Edmonds, BSME, CPO, FAAOP
Failure analysis of prosthetic and orthotic device
Springfield , Missouri
Failure Analysis, Prosthetics
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Design, Manufacturing, Orthotics, Train
...My strengths include designing custom, manufactured, 3D printed devices to improve patient outcomes, training and equipping other professionals in the field. I systematically investigate causes of device malfunctions, failures in order to improve design, patient safety, and enhance device performance and longevity.
Experience
Cox Health Center for Prosthetics & Orthotics, Springfield MO 2014 - Present
Certified Prosthetic & Orthotic Clinician
Design, fabricate, and train in the use of prosthetic and orthotic devices.
Clinically mentored and assisted in gaining accreditation for 4 colleagues....
Harold C Heitman
Expert Law Enforcement Witness with Experience
Heitman Justice Services LLC
Jefferson City , Missouri
Law Enf & Criminal Justice, Police Practices & Procedures
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Use of Force, Scuba, Firearms, Evidence, Less Lethal, Self Defense, Photo Lineup, PADI, Interrogation, Investigations, Jail, Dive Team, Prisoners, Drug Investigations, Pepper Spray, Narcotics, Taser, K-9, Bean Bag, Canine
...He holds a degree in Criminal Justice and brings extensive experience across various law enforcement roles, including:
Park Ranger
Jailer
Police Officer
Deputy Sheriff
Detective
Corporal
Sergeant
Police Chief
Elected Sheriff
These diverse roles provide him with a comprehensive understanding of law enforcement operations, community engagement, and legal proceedings, making him a well-rounded authority in the field.
Professional Background:
As an elected sheriff for 16 years, Sheriff Heitman was instrumental in shaping law enforcement policies and operational strategies to ensure the safety and security of the community. His leadership was characterized by a proactive approach to crime prevention, community outreach, and the establishment of collaborative relationships with various stakeholders, including local businesses, schools, and community organizations....
David H Williams
Expert in Mobile Location and Related Applications
E911-LBS Consulting
Saint Louis, Missouri
Telecommunications, Geotechnical Engineering
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GPS, Cellular Forensics, Criminal Forensics, Mobile Location, Location-Based Services, LBS, Patents, Intellectual Property, Accident Reconstruction, Internet of Things, Data Privacy, Phone location, Cell phones, Telematics, Socia Media, IoT, Driverless, Wearables, Artificial Intelligence, Context
...Williams is an internationally-known expert in the wireless/mobile location field and President of E911-LBS Consulting. He specializes in mobile/wireless location forensics litigation services and Intellectual Property/patents involving location technologies such as Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) systems, Network-based location systems, IoT, Wireless 911 (E911), and Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS), plus many others.
Mr. Williams has successfully provided expert witness services in well over 2000 patent, criminal, civil, anti-trust, trade secrets, product liability, fraud, class-action, and ITC cases. His credentials in mobile location goes back to the early 1980s. He has testified successfully in (U.S.) federal district court and other venues 14 times and been deposed in over 60 matters.
Mr....
John Tyson, BS, MS, JD, P.E.
AR TECH FORENSIC EXPERTS INC.
Nevada
Accident Reconstruction, Slip Trip & Fall
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Vehicle Accident Reconstruction, Car, Bus, Bicycle, Pedestrian, Computer modeling, 3D, Accident Animation 3D Simulation, laser scan, Matterport, Faro, SAFETY, Stairways, ramps, ADA, Building Code Analysis, Coefficient of Friction Testing Products, Lighting, Guards, Industrial
...He has investigated, analyzed and reconstructed more than fifteen thousand accidents during this period.
Consultant to many Governmental and Municipal agencies including United States Attorney, Federal Government, Department of Justice, State Attorney General California, Cities of Los Angeles, Burbank, Pasadena, Glendale, Ontario, Santa Monica ,San Gabriel, Ventura , Fountain Valley, Santa Barbara, Calexico, County of Los Angeles, Orange County, Ventura County. Goleta CALTRANS, State of California.
He has supervised and trained many Engineers and Physicists in the field of Forensic Engineering. He has testified on several hundred occasions on a variety of aspects of accident reconstruction for both plaintiff and defense in depositions, arbitrations, civil and criminal, trials in Municipal and Superior Courts
He has been a court appointed expert in numerous criminal trials ranging from traffic accident to First Degree Murder....
Ralph V Collipi Jr, CIH CHMM CPEA
Oracle Safety Consulting LLC
Londonderry, New Hampshire
Industrial Hygiene, Safety
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Occupational health, emergency planning and response, job hazard assessment, personal protective equipment, fall protection, respiratory protection, chemical safety, air sampling, workplace surveys, disaster recovery, pandemic planning, hazard communication, confined space
...Collipi has more than 40 years of experience in industrial hygiene field, specializing in occupational health & safety, hazardous materials management, indoor air quality, chemical hygiene and hazardous waste management. He served as the designated company witness for AT&T in asbestos litigation since 2009 and designated by the company as a witness in investigations by regulatory agencies in a variety of matters related to environment, health and safety compliance. He is experienced serving as an expert witness, developing processes and documents to support compliance with consent judgment orders and other enforcement actions. He has extensive knowledge and experience in hazardous materials response and has provided training for hundreds of emergency response workers under OSHA HAZWOPER. Mr. Collipi has designed, developed and trained volunteer workers in emergency programs for Western Electric in 1980 and then later for AT&T....
Scott A. Bills
Sports Field Solutions, LLC
Baptistown, New Jersey
Athletics & Recreation, Premises Liability
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Sports, Fields, Athletic Fields, Sports Field Injuries, Athletic Field Injuries, Synthetic Turf, Artificial Turf, Natural Turf, Natural Grass, Sports Facilities, Athletic Facilities, Premises
Certified Sports Field Manager
Sports field injuries can prove costly for both athletes and field owners. Scott Bills uses his experience and professional expertise to provide expert testimony in cases involving sports field-related injuries. Scott Bills is available to provide professional and expert investigation, site evaluation, safety assessment and testimony for plaintiff and defendant cases.
Scott’s experience spans 30 years; he has worked with natural and synthetic athletic fields, park and recreation complexes, golf courses, premises, landscapes, and arboriculture. The scope of Scott’s expertise ranges from field evaluation to preparation of written reports and depositions for plaintiff and defendant sports field injury cases. Scott has opined on cases related to:
*contract disputes
*head injuries,
*broken bones,
*dislocations, tears, and sprains (knees, shoulders, ankles, wrists),
*rotator cuff injuries,
*growth plate injuries,
*MRSA infection, and
*permanent eye damage....
Michael A. Pollock, P.E.
Cogent Experts, LLC
New Jersey
Engineering, Construction Defects
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Standard of care, construction defect, construction delay, engineering, mechanical engineering, HVAC, project management, construction schedule analysis, manufacturing, product liability, power, refrigeration, fire, explosion, automotive, forensics, failure analysis, engineering standard of care
Registrations
• Professional Engineer: PA (PE075410)
• American Bar Association (ABA) – Construction Forum
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Air Act Certification – Universal (includes Chillers,
HVAC & Refrigeration)
• United States Patent & Trademark Office Registered (USPTO)
Professional Affiliations
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
• American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, Air Conditioning Engineering (ASHRAE)
• American Arbitration Association (AAA)
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
• Product Developers and the Manufacturers Association PDMA
Supermarket Heating Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVACR) Matter – Florida - Provided expert witness field inspection and investigation of relevant HVACR and mechanical systems causing wet conditions via condensation. Guided counsel in deposition questions and developed the case strengths and weaknesses yielding a negotiated settlement favorable to our client....
John Lovecchio, MD, MSc
Professor Emeritus Gyn. Oncology / Gynecology Hofstra University School of Medicine
Remsenburg, New York
Gynecology, Gynecological Oncology
...He is one of the nation's top clinicians and researchers in the field of uterine and ovarian cancer.
Dr, Lovecchio is currently Professor Emeritus of Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology at Hofstra U. School of Medicine, NY and Attending Physician in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwell Health System, Manhasset, NY.
Before that, for 20 years, Dr. Lovecchio served as Professor and Chief of Gynecologic Oncology and Gynecologic Oncology at Northwell Health while working as an investigator at the Center for Oncology and Cell Biology at the Northwell-Feinstein Institute for Medical Research.
LITIGATION SUPPORT: Dr. Lovecchio offers expert witness services to attorneys representing both the plaintiff and defense bars. including expert medical record review, thorough reporting, depositions before trial and courtroom trial testimony. He has been deposed and given courtroom testimony over 10 times since 2020....
Steven Pietropaolo, MS, P.E., CFEI
LGI Forensic Engineering, PC
North White Plains, New York
Engineering, Forensic Science
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Forensic Engineering, Explosions, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Product Liability, Fires, Fire Protection, Appliances, Construction, Building Defects, Failure Analysis, Laboratories & Testing, Plumbing
...He is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, a Certified Fire Investigator Instructor, a Certified Forensic Consultant and Certified Forensic Professional Engineer. He is a Fellow of the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute. He is Board Certified in Forensic Engineering by the National Academy of Forensic Engineers.
He has 30+ years of hands on engineering experience including electrical, mechanical, materials, safety, human factors, fire protection, and construction. He has knowledge of codes and standards used in construction and industry including building codes and safety codes. He is an expert in investigating and opining on New York State Labor Law cases (§200, §240(1) and §241(6)) involving falls, electrical shock and other construction related accidents, including evaluation and analysis of the New York State “Industrial Code Rule 23”. He has provided safety engineering consulting and expert services to manufacturers, construction companies and retailers....
Donald P Redl, Jr
Board Certified Investigator - Firearms Expert
Apex Intelligence Group LLC
Salt Point, New York
Firearms & Ballistics, Security
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Firearms, Firearms Training, Firearms Training Accidents, Force on Force, Force on Force Training, Force on Force Training Accidents, Air Soft, Air Soft Training, Air Soft Training Accidents, Use of Force, Justification, Security, Negligent Security, Concealed Carry, Negligent Training
Don Redl is a licensed and board certified investigator in Florida, New York and Wyoming. He is an expert in the field of firearms, firearms training, force-on-force training and use-of-force training with over 29 years of experience teaching security and armed guard practices, judicious use-of-force, tactical firearms and scenario/reality based force-on-force training, as well as consulting as an expert in firearms and scenario-based force-on-force training accident cases. Bonafides include:
Published author: “Get Off The X” (2017), “Fighting Handgun” (2019) & “Force-on-Force” (2022).
Nationally recognized speaker at professional investigation conferences on: use-of-force, firearms, firearms training, force-on-force training accidents, air soft training accidents, negligent security and security operations cases throughout the United States....
Umut Sarpel, MD, MSc, FACS
Praxis Med Experts
NEW YORK, New York
General Surgery
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Surgical, Oncology, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, General Surgery, Clinical Research, Cancer, stomach, pancreas, liver, biliary tree, small bowel, colon, sarcomas, robotic surgery
...Sarpel completed her residency in General Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and then pursued an additional two years of fellowship training in the field of Surgical Oncology while attaining a Master of Science in Clinical Research. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the Society of Surgical Oncology.
Dr. Sarpel specializes in the care of patients with cancers of the stomach, pancreas, liver, biliary tree, small bowel, and colon, as well as sarcomas. Her practice includes open and robotic surgery. In addition, she performs Heated Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) for the treatment of carcinomatosis. A compelling story of Dr. Sarpel with one of her patients was featured in the book "Twelve Patients.”
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Richard A Stripp, Ph.D.
American Scientific Consultants Corp
Huntington, New York
Toxicology, Pharmacology
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Forensic toxicology, alcohol, drugs of abuse, dui, dwi, dram shop, prescription pain drugs, cocaine, heroin, pcp, amphetamine, overdose, carbon monoxide, lead, heavy metals, opiates, marijuana, THC
...He has served as an expert consultant in 100’s of cases in the field of toxicology and pharmacology for attorneys, investigators, and physicians involved in forensic and clinical toxicological evaluations associated with ethanol, drugs of abuse, prescription medications and chemical exposure. Dr. Stripp provides unbiased expert case reviews involving drug effect on human performance, toxicity of iatrogenic/ therapeutic agents, lead and other toxic metals, carbon monoxide and environmental/occupational hazards. These services include, impartial evaluations involving drug impairment, overdose, toxic chemical exposure, medical issues associated with drug therapy, poisoning, and the role of drugs, alcohol, or chemical exposure in civil and criminal litigation. This covers a full breath of forensic medical-legal cases
Bethany Pridgen, MFS
Alcohol and Drug Chemistry Expert
The DEVAUS Group, LLC
Wilmington, North Carolina
Forensic Science, Toxicology
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Controlled substances, DWI, DUI, retrograde extrapolation, driving while impaired, alcohol, drunk driving, cannabis, THC, marijuana, CBD, hemp, quality assurance, ISO 17025, laboratory management, laboratory accreditation, dram shop, back extrapolation, SFST, DRE
...In addition to laboratory experience, she has experience in studying the metabolism of alcohol/drugs in the body, impairments due to alcohol and/or other drugs, impaired driving patterns and behaviors, and driving impairment investigations. She spent more than 150 hours in the field participating in active DUI investigations. She has completed California POST certified courses in DUI detection and investigation and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. She continues to study and keep up to date on factors that affect driving performance, such as, legal and illicit impairing substances, sleep/fatigue, and distractions. She continuously expands her work to stay up to date on studies involving the pharmacology of impairing substances, how different medical issues may affect the results of toxicological testing, and issues that have arisen within and due to the growing cannabis industry....
Jeffrey A Grusenmeyer, RA, NCARB, MPE, CBO
Jeffrey A. Grusenmeyer & Associates, Inc.
Fairview Park, Ohio
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Forensic Architect, Building Inspection, Architectural Professional Liability, Water Intrusion & Damage, ADA Consulting, Slip Trip and Fall, Building Code, Building Envelope, Waterproofing, Roofs, Fenestration, Construction Administration, Construction Standards, Standard of Care, Design Errors
Responsible for field investigations, failure analysis, building code research, repair solutions, expert reports, trial preparation, and expert witness testimony. Completed more than 10,000 plan examinations for numerous jurisdictions. Technical investigations and research of suspected design and construction problems. Verify and compare as-built conditions, design parameters, building jurisdiction requirements and applicable industry standards of care. Provide quality assurance, evaluation and observation of in-progress construction of commercial and residential structures for conformance to design, material and workmanship standards. Provide expert services for Architecturally related personal Injury matters.
NCARB National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certified
Certified as a Building Official by the Council of American Building Officials....
John R. Puskar, PE
Boilers, Ovens, Furnaces - Natural Gas Codes
Prescient Technical Services
Hinckley, Ohio
Fire, Oil and Gas
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Mechanical Engineering, Boilers, Natural Gas, Furnaces, Carbon Monoxide, NFPA Codes, gas piping, steam, explosions, fires, ovens, OSHA, heaters, flue piping, NFPA 54, NFPA 85, ASME CSD-1, NFPA 86, NFPA 59A, NFPA 820
...Puskar has conducted numerous "Root Cause"investigations after industrial, commercial, and oil & gas-related fires and explosions. Mr. Puskar has supported litigation for refinery process heater, industrial ovens and furnaces, and both large field erected and small packaged boiler fires, explosions, and carbon monoxide incidents.
Mr. Puskar has a YouTube Channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF5Uu1dXJnduHyo-uKuhbwg
Mr. Puskar has participated as an expert in some of the largest most public natural gas-related incidents in history including the Kleen Energy power plant explosion in Middletown Ct., and the Loy Lange Box Company steam pressure vessel explosion in St. Louis.
Robin A Altman, MD
Reading, Pennsylvania
Pediatric Psychiatry, Psychiatry
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child psychiatry, adolescent psychiatry, young adult psychiatry, psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, Child Custody, Competency, Testamentary Capacity, Diminished Capacity, Attention Deficit Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Autism, Asperger's Disorder
...I have been a principle investigator for psychiatric research at the Berks Research Center in Reading.
In my spare time, I am a writer, and have written Shrink Rap - An Irreverent Take on Child Psychiatry,as an attempt to teach laypeople something about the field of Child Psychiatry in an easy-to-understand manner.
Over the years I have been an expert witness several times, and recently I have broadened my forensic work to expert witness testimony for children and adolescents, adult psychiatric evaluations, custody evaluations, delinquency evaluations, competence to stand trial, certifications to be tried as a juvenile vs. an adult, IMEs,and forensic assessments for civil and criminal cases.
Brenda Eagan-Johnson, EdD, CBIST-AP
EXPERT NICHE: Child-Teen-Young Adult Brain Injury
Brain Injury Neurodevelopmental Consulting
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Education & Schools, Brain Injury Medicine
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Pediatric brain injury, personal injury, acquired brain injury, TBI, concussion, traumatic brain injury, school concussions, MVA, carbon monoxide, lead poisoning, near drowning, neuro-development, brain, school, education, transition, child, special education, young adult, college
...I investigate brain injury from a functional, clinical, and neurodevelopmental perspective. I identify strengths and weaknesses in a child's cognitive, behavioral, socio-emotional, and learning skills by examining their home, school, and community activities of daily living following all severities of pediatric brain injury. Additionally, I have specialized expertise in the field of return-to-school concussion management policies and procedures.
My investigation into daily function is a highly nuanced area that requires expert interpretation. I identify if, and to what extent a brain injury has impacted an individual's learning and behavior. Brain injury can affect skills that have not yet matured, depending on the areas of the brain that were damaged and at what point in development. New cognitive or behavioral deficits can emerge as the child's brain develops over time.
I determine the services required after a brain injury for optimal outcomes....
Jeffrey A Grusenmeyer, RA, NCARB, MPE, CBO
Jeffrey A. Grusenmeyer & Associates, Inc.
Pennsylvania
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Forensic Architect, Building Inspection, Architectural Professional Liability, Water Intrusion & Damage, ADA Consulting, Slip Trip and Fall, Building Code, Building Envelope, Waterproofing, Roofs, Fenestration, Construction Administration, Construction Standards, Standard of Care, Design Errors
Responsible for field investigations, failure analysis, building code research, repair solutions, expert reports, trial preparation, and expert witness testimony. Completed more than 10,000 plan examinations for numerous jurisdictions. Technical investigations and research of suspected design and construction problems. Verify and compare as-built conditions, design parameters, building jurisdiction requirements and applicable industry standards of care. Provide quality assurance, evaluation and observation of in-progress construction of commercial and residential structures for conformance to design, material and workmanship standards. Provide expert services for Architecturally related personal Injury matters.
NCARB National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certified
Certified as a Building Official by the Council of American Building Officials....
David B. Klitsch, B.S.,IAAI-CFI(V), IAAI-ECT, NAFI-CFEI
Technical Fire Analysis, LLC
Lehighton, Pennsylvania
Fire, Products Liability
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Origin and Cause, Fire, Explosion, Marine fires
...Klitsch is a well-respected fire & explosion investigator in the industry, having been in the field for 25+ years. He has offered expert opinions in local, state, and federal courts, in both civil & criminal courts. His attention to detail and compliance with NFPA 921 and NFPA 1033 resulting in fact-based, solid opinions.
Mr. Klitsch retired from the Pennsylvania State Police in 2012, after 20 years of honorable service to the citizens of the Commonwealth. Mr. Klitsch spent most of his public sector career investigating fire & explosion incidents. He has taught fire investigation-related classes to other investigators on a local, state, and national level. Mr. Klitsch is a former contract instructor at the National Fire Academy as well as for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for their fire/arson-related curriculum.
Mr....
Michael A. Pollock, P.E.
Cogent Experts, LLC
Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
Engineering, Construction Defects
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Standard of care, construction defect, construction delay, engineering, mechanical engineering, HVAC, project management, construction schedule analysis, manufacturing, product liability, power, refrigeration, fire, explosion, automotive, forensics, failure analysis, engineering standard of care
Registrations
• Professional Engineer: PA (PE075410)
• American Bar Association (ABA) – Construction Forum
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Air Act Certification – Universal (includes Chillers,
HVAC & Refrigeration)
• United States Patent & Trademark Office Registered (USPTO)
Professional Affiliations
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
• American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, Air Conditioning Engineering (ASHRAE)
• American Arbitration Association (AAA)
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
• Product Developers and the Manufacturers Association PDMA
Supermarket Heating Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVACR) Matter – Florida - Provided expert witness field inspection and investigation of relevant HVACR and mechanical systems causing wet conditions via condensation. Guided counsel in deposition questions and developed the case strengths and weaknesses yielding a negotiated settlement favorable to our client....
Michael Sheleheda, P.E.
Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.
Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering
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Stormwater, Erosion and Sediment Control, Hydrology, Landslides and Slope Stability, Foundations, Settlement, Retaining Walls, Geohazards, Pavement Evaluation and Remediation, Earthwork, Construction and Materials Testing, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility
...Also, he has investigated and provided remedial recommendations for landslides, carbonaceous (expansive) shale, retaining walls, karst, geohazards, and mine grouting/subsidence. His responsibilities have included preparing bid packages, authoring specifications, and construction level drawings, as well as preparing expert reports for the legal and insurance industries.
In addition, Michael has experience in the preparation of erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater management plans, National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting for construction activities, land development plans, earthwork/grading plans, and existing permit modifications to regulatory and government agencies. These plans consist of the layout, design and analysis of culvert systems, detention ponds, and other best management practices. In addition, he has designed/remediated ADA accessible parking fields, accessible routes, and entries for numerous commercial/real estate projects.
Mr....
Augusto C Carvajal
Tree Expert Witness and Arborist Consultant
Puerto Rico
Arborist, Environmental
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Arborist, Tree Risk Assessment, Tree value, Hazard assessment, Arboricultural consulting, Tree preservation, Tree health assessment, Expert witness testimony, Boundary tree disputes, Tree appraisal and valuation, Construction impact assessments, Municipal tree ordinance compliance, Court testimony
...With over 20 years in the field, he provides precise and scientifically grounded evaluations for cases involving tree hazards, liability assessments, and failure investigations. An ISA-certified arborist and Tree Risk Assessment (TRAQ qualified) professional, Augusto has supported various high-profile cases by offering expert testimony on issues of tree failure, Risk Assessment, and urban forestry impacts. Augusto’s expertise in tree biology and arboriculture makes him a trusted authority for cases requiring specialized knowledge in tree risk and failure analysis in the subtropical areas of South Florida and Puerto Rico.
Ellen Szubski, M.S., Ph.D., CXLT, CPSI, AHFP
The Warren Group, Inc.
Irmo, South Carolina
Human Factors, Premises Liability
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Accident Prevention, Risk Management, Illumination, Conspicuity, Visual Perception, Slip resistance, Playground Safety, Premises Liability, Lighting, Line of Sight, Driver Distraction, Roadway Markings, Environmental Conditions, Slip-Trip- Fall Evaluations, Workplace Injuries, Human Factors, OSHA
...Prior to entering the forensic field, Ellen planned and conducted experiments for a major bicycle manufacturer that improved bicycle conspicuity. She also conducted laser strike perception and performance studies for the Department of Defense.
Ellen applies her experience in Human Factors to the analysis of crash investigations and other personal injury matters. These matters often include collisions involving vulnerable road users and drivers, driver distraction, and slips, trips, and falls. As a CPSI, she is well versed in playground safety standards, safety design, and maintenance contributing to playground injuries and fatalities. She utilizes her knowledge of OSHA regulations, codes, and standards in her analysis of premises liability incidents and safety consulting.
Ellen is a current member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) and its Forensic Professional Technical Group.
Waine P. Hicks
Carriage House Custom Homes & Interiors, Inc.
Franklin, Tennessee
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Claims, Roof Consultant, Construction Delay, Construction Management, Workmanship Claims, Change Order Disputes, Costs to Complete, Contract Disputes, Safety Issues, Design Build Claims, Construction Failures, Structural Failures, Construction Fault, Construction Expert
...Waine provides a broad range of services to insurance companies and law firms as well as construction, engineering and architectural firms that includes structural analysis and design, condition assessment, damage investigations, failure analysis, construction consulting and management, and expert testimony for construction claims and disputes. Responsible for field investigations, establish and coordinate expert teams for investigations, provides quality assurance, evaluation and supervision of in-progress construction for residential and commercial structures.
Waine is a recognized expert in assessing, evaluating, remediating and testimony and is proven to be influential....
Dr. Ken Lang
Criminal Investigation - Detective (retired)
KEN LANG CONSULTING, LLC
Milligan, Tennessee
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice
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criminal investigation, crime scene analysis, crime scene reconstruction, use of force, death scene, homicide, murder, shootings, self defense, USCCA, NRA, rape, sex crimes, sex offense, sexual assault, violent crime, robbery, police practices, composite sketch
...Ken Lang is a retired 25-year law enforcement veteran with extensive criminal investigation experience who holds a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice and teaches various criminal justice and investigative courses.
Lang’s career began with the Havre de Grace Police Department in 1989. He served as a patrol officer for two years until he became employed by the Baltimore County Police Department (BCoPD) in 1991, where he served for the next 23 years. Lang’s police career centered on criminal investigations, dedicating 15 years to investigating violent crimes of rapes, robberies, and murders, and 5 years investigating property crimes.
In addition to his primary detective assignment, Lang also served as a certified Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission adjunct police instructor at the BCoPD Academy for 16 years, teaching recruit classes and in-service training sessions....
Mickey Williams, Esq., J.D., MPA
Police Chief and Attorney-Police Practices Expert
M.L. Williams Consulting, LLC
Vonore, Tennessee
Law Enf & Criminal Justice, Police Practices & Procedures
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Use of Force, Training, Officer Involved Shooting, Canine , Internal Affairs, Police Discipline, Crisis Negotiations, Undercover , Evidence Handling, Pursuit Incidents, De-escalation, Incident Management, Homeless, Promotional/Hiring Processes, Investigations, Tactics, Policy, FTO, SWAT, Accident
...Mickey also conducts all types of investigations.
Mickey's areas of expertise include the following: Use of Force Review/Policy/Best Practices, Officer Involved Shootings, K-9 Deployment/Management/Policy, Internal Affairs Investigations, Police Discipline, Hostage/Crisis Negotiations, Criminal Investigation Best Practices, Undercover Investigations, Evidence Handling Practices, Media Relations, Emergency Vehicle Operations, Field Training Officer/Program Management, and De-Escalation and Crisis Management.
Mickey worked at all levels of municipal policing to include patrol, investigations, undercover investigations, crimes of violence (homicide) investigations, supervision, internal affairs, and police executive assignments. Mickey oversaw the Carlsbad Police Department (CA) that served a residential population of 115,000 and employed over 180 full-time employees....
Yasser M. Abdelhamid, PhD
Construction Defect/Geotechnical Expert Witness
Bryant Consultants
Carrollton, Texas
Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Defects
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Civil Engineering, Expansive Soil, Foundation Analysis and Design, Settlement, Heave, Pavement, Retaining Walls, Slope Stability, Numerical Modeling, Seepage, Drainage, Erosion, Hydrology, Seismic, Earthquake Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
...Abdelhamid is heavily involved in performing forensic geotechnical and geophysical investigations for several problematic foundations, pavements, retaining walls and slopes. He devises protocols for geotechnical and geophysical testing, in-situ long-term monitoring, lab testing and analysis. He is also heavily involved in preparing and reviewing proposals and expert reports for geotechnical exploration and litigated and non-litigated forensic projects. Dr. Abdelhamid is responsible for meeting clients during the proposal phase, the investigation phase and after releasing the final report to ensure client satisfaction. Dr. Abdelhamid has performed work at wide variety of forensic projects. He evaluated numerous residential buildings from single family house to a whole subdivision. Dr. Abdelhamid also evaluated many commercial, school, hospital, garage buildings. He performed stability analysis for various earth slopes, retaining walls and sheet pile walls....
Scott J. Anson, Ph.D., P.E.
Forensic Engineer - University Professor
Anson Engineering, LLC
Harleton (Longview), Texas
Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis
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Mechanical Engineering, Materials, Failure Analysis, Forensic Engineering, Manufacturing, Design, Warnings - Marketing Defect, Oil & Gas, Metallurgy, Stress, Root Cause, Safety Hierarchy Application, Lab Analysis, Inspection, Firearms, Electronics, Field Investigation, Fracture, Golf Cart, ATVs/UTVs
...In addition, he is uniquely able to parse issues of overstress and materials degradation, such that he is well positioned to de-conflate myopic root cause arguments that overlook the other possibilities.
2) He has a deep background in failure analysis from both a formal analytical laboratory perspective and using field techniques, which he combines to solve problems expediently.
3) As a university professor he has been recognized for excellence in both teaching and connection with students. These teaching and connecting skills transfer to expert witness work as he supports the trier of fact in understanding the technical facts in issue to form a well-informed ruling.
4) While he is Ph.D. educated, he also has a hands-on approach to life in that he does most of his own vehicle and homestead repairs, which rounds out his theoretical knowledge with hands-on (practical) problem solving skills....
Richard G Buch, MD
The Dallas Limb Restoration Center
Plano, Texas
Orthopedic Surgery, Oncology
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Orthopedic Oncology, Bone Cancer, Bone Infections, Musculoskeletal Tumors, Joint Infections, Joint Revisions, Complex Orthopedic Reconstructions, Shoulder Replacement, Hip Replacement, Ankle Replacement, Elbow Replacement, Knee Replacement, Knee Revisions
...In addition, he is actively engaged in bone and joint investigative studies, as well as researching and writing numerous reports that have been widely published in medical and orthopaedic journals. He is acclaimed as a nationally recognized consultant and speaker in the education of the next generation of orthopedic surgeons. He is sought after to teach courses in joint replacements by the manufacturing companies of prosthetics.
As an orthopedic oncologist, Dr. Buch is sometimes referred to as the physician's specialist. His total joint revisions and oncology procedures are done by very few surgeons in the country, and his expertise in these fields is exceptional. He is affiliated with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Stepan V Eero
Electrical and Corrosion Engineering Expert
Dreiym Engineering PLLC
Coldspring, Texas
Electrical Engineering, Oil and Gas
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Cathodic Protection, Corrosion Control, AC Interference, Stray Current, Arc Flash, Shock, Electrocution, Corrosion Failure, Electrical Failure, Explosion, AC Mitigation, Anode, Disbondment, Overprotection, Sacrificial, Impressed Current, Fire, Origin, Cause
...Projects include fire investigation, failure analysis, product liability, field assessments, engineering design, construction inspection, and commissioning.
Additional responsibilities include corrosion control system design and analysis for production well casings, large-diameter water lines, tank structures, and regulated high-pressure gas systems. Site resistivity and corrosivity testing and evaluations, groundbed calculations, and design. Pipeline coating system surveys utilizing DCVG, ACVG, and current attenuation techniques.
Licensed Professional Engineer in several states.
Certified Cathodic Protection Specialist - Association of Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP).
Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator - National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI)
Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator - NAFI
Robin D. Franks, MS, PG, CHMM, RSO
TGE Resources, Inc.
Houston, Texas
Environmental, Industrial Hygiene
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asbestos, mold, soil, groundwater, remediation, indoor air quality, industrial hygiene, chemical spills, fire, hazardous, waste, lead, vapor, industrial, hygiene, disaster response, oil & gas, storage tanks, radiation, geology
...I am routinely retained across my diverse field - over 70 times with near equal defense & plaintiff representation. I have large case experience, I've served in class action litigation, & public and private sector suits. I am an expert in environmental geoscience & hazardous materials releases & spills within the transportation, bulk fuel, lube, and chemical industries.
I plan remediation strategies, actively cleanup & oversee work (by others) at environmentally damaged property, prepare highly reliable loss estimates, & review/rebut similar work by others. I gather & review field data, utilize sophisticated equipment, provide damage models, & produce superior, understandable expert reports, often under compressed timeframes.
I bring decades of real estate due diligence capability & risk assessment knowledge for impaired property across industrial, commercial, & oil & gas settings....
Kevin R. Madison, JD, CPP, PCI, EMT, FF
POLICE & SECURITY USE OF FORCE & PURSUITS EXPERT
Kevin R. Madison, Expert Witness & Consultant, LLC
Lago Vista, Texas
Security, Police Practices & Procedures
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Inadequate Security, Negligent Security, Police Pursuits, Police Chases, Police Crashes, Excessive Force, Use of Force, Assaults, Sexual Assaults, Assaults at Hotels, Parking Garage Safety, Parking Lot Safety, Auto-Pedestrian Safety, Workplace Violence, Foreseeability of Domestic Violence
...Advanced Peace Officer Certification from TCOLE with law enforcement experience as a Police Chief, Investigator, Police Officer, Campus Police Officer, and Deputy Sheriff.
Certified Police Instructor by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Approximately ten years Security experience, including Security Supervisor of Dobie Center - a premier 27 story college co-ed private dormitory housing 950 University of Texas students, with a two-level shopping mall, 6 story parking garage. Security Supervisor for apartment complexes and Security Consultant for Homeowners Association for Steiner Ranch UT Golf Club Community in Austin and Polo Club Estates in Dripping Springs, Texas. Former Municipal Safety Officer, Emergency Management Director, and Firefighter Safety Officer.
First Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and experience as an instructor. First Degree Red Belt in Kuk Sool Won. Defensive Tactics Instructor....
Craig D McLaren
First Response Law Enforcement Consulting Group
Texas
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice
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Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Crowd Control, Use of Force/Excessive Force Inadequate/Negligent Security, Informants, Evidence Preservation, Chain of Custody, Sexual Assault, Drug Enforcement, Gangs, Surveillance, Vice, Prostitution, Gambling, Vehicle Pursuits, School Shootings, Workplace Violence
...Trained / Taught new officers, in the field, for 24 years in all facets of Police work. Including Use of Force and Use of Deadly Force. Personally involved in over 40 Uses of Force as well as being present at approximately 100 more.
Certified Force Science Analyst, by Force Science Institute, which is a leader in law enforcement study. The Institute has conducted many research projects uncovering the scientific realities surrounding officer performance under stress, action/reaction time, memory, decision-making and more in complex, rapidly unfolding encounters.
Worked celebrity security for the late Dean Martin for approximately two years, providing personal security as well as residential security.
Expert in Vehicle Pursuits, having been involved in and receiving yearly training in pursuits. As well as training new officers in Vehicle Pursuit Tactics. Extensive experience in both High and Low Risk Vehicle Stops, Pedestrian Stops, Restraint Options, Detentions and Arrests....
David L Mitchell, PhD
MET Associates
Dayton, Texas
Meteorology, Environmental
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weather event re-construction, air dispersion modeling, forensic meteorology, weather, air pollution, visibility, rainfall, hail, aviation accidents, marine accidents, severe storms, hurricane damage, wind analysis, tornado damage, wrongful death, property damage, personal injury
...Mitchell is an expert in the field of Air Pollution Meteorology with over 30 years of experience with the mathematical modeling of wave propagation in elastic media, atmospheric fluid dynamics and air dispersion modeling. He has extensive knowledge of air pollution modeling software and air quality modeling techniques approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency. Dr. Mitchell is a specialist in Weather Event Re-Construction for litigation and has provided expert testimony for numerous cases related to severe weather events and the application of Force Majeure clauses. He has provided forensic meteorology support for civil and criminal investigations and insurance cases involving weather related accidents, the release of toxic pollutants into the air, air pollution and weather related personal injury and property damage....
Jahan Rasty, PhD, PE, MBA
Real-World Forensic Engineering, LLC
Lubbock, Texas
Engineering, Metallurgy
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Failure Analysis, Accident Reconstruction, Slip trip & fall, Trip & Fall, Products Liability, Human Factors, Intellectual Property, Forensic Science, Fire, Equipment & Machinery, Electricity, Biomechanics, Premises Liability
...He is an experienced engineering expert and has successfully testified in more than 250 cases and has conducted over 1,000 engineering investigations in the areas of consumer products and industrial machinery failures involving design, manufacturing and marketing defect issues. Professor Rasty is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Texas, and holds various forensic certifications in the fields of fire and explosion investigation (CFEI, CFII), as well as vehicle Crash Data Retrieval (CDR). He received his BS, MS and PhD degrees from Louisiana State University (LSU-Baton Rouge campus) and his MBA degree from Texas Tech University.
Aftab Sheikh, P.E., PMP
Electrical Engineering system failure and fire.
Sheikh Engineers and Consulting, PLLC
Pflugerville, Texas
Electrical Engineering, Failure Analysis
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Transformer, motor, generator, UPS, circuit breaker, switchboard, electrical fire, electrical insulation failure, VFDs, short circuit, fault current, Arch flash, fire alarm, electrocution, field investigation
...Has experience in forensic engineering investigation and report preparation for multiple electrical fire related cases.
Bruce Champagne, B.S., MPA
Human Factors/Police Practices/Self-Defense
Quadrant Operations, LLC
Sandy, Utah
Police Practices & Procedures, Human Factors
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Police Uses of Force, Police Practices & Training, Civilian Self-Defense, Biomechanics, Investigations, Memory, Martial Arts, Criminal Gangs, Behavioral Profiling, Crime Analysis, Specialized Interviews, Tactical Operations, Aquatic Crime Scenes & Investigations, Human Factors analysis
As a decorated law enforcement officer with service in both urban and rural municipal agencies and a county sheriff’s department, Bruce Champagne has completed assignments as a field training officer, patrol and investigations supervisor, corrections officer and supervisor, criminal gang investigator, forensic diver, major crimes detective, civilian review board representative, SWAT leader and member, and firearms/defensive tactics instructor. Bruce was a previous president of the Utah Tactical Officers Association, Utah Gang Investigators Association, Utah Forensic Divers Association, and Utah Peace Officers Association....
Marcor G. Platt, SE, PE, CBO, PMP, PMI-ACP
Engineer, Building Code, Project Management Expert
MarcorSEN Engineering
South Jordan, Utah
Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering
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Forensic engineering, construction defects, structural failure and retrofit, bridge engineering, fall protection, building codes, project management, fire, water, wind, snow, flood, hurricane, tornado, impact, damage analysis, hydrologic and hydraulic river studies, electrical power line structures
...He has conducted over 700 forensic investigations involving roof failures, wall failures, foundation issues, corrosion, or other forms of damage resulting from rain, hail, wind, snow, flood, tornado, hurricane, earthquake, lightning, fire, volcano, tropical storm, vehicle impact, construction defect, or other natural or man-made events. He has testified at depositions and trials regarding economic feasibility of underground versus overhead power lines, concrete roof tile wind damage, post-tensioned slab adequacy to resist punching shear, wall structural adequacy to resist wind forces, horizontal and vertical discontinuities, truss repair versus replacement, and other topics.
Mr. Platt has structural/civil engineering and project management experience across the fields of electrical transmission line structural design and evaluation; residential, commercial, and industrial building design, evaluation, and retrofit; and hydrologic and hydraulic studies of rivers and bridges....
Lee E Marchessault, CUSA, CUSP
Workplace Safety Solutions, Inc.
Williston, Vermont
Electricity, Safety
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Electrical Safety, Electrocution, Electrical Arc Flash Burns, Utility Safety, Power Systems Safety, Utility Fall Protection, Transmission and Distribution Safety
...With more than 45 years of experience in the electric field he has cultivated his expertise to build a solid consulting business. There are many electrical standards to sort through. Each case is unique and requires expertise in all of them. Lee has been teaching electrical standards classes for several OSHA Training Institutes for years and keeps current with the NEC changes by maintaining his electrician license. With 20 years field experience in the electric utility, powerline contacts are Lee’s specialty. But he also offers consultation, investigations, opinion reports and testimony for a variety of electrical safety issues from low voltage to ultra-high voltage. Law firms are provided exemplary service, dedication, and the commitment they need to effectively assist with legal cases and challenging schedules from pre-discovery to final decision… and always in a polite and respectful way.
Richard "Kenny" K Cordle
Police Driving & Pursuit Practices Expert
New Kent, Virginia
Police Practices & Procedures
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Police Pursuit, Pursuit, Emergency Driving, Emergency, Police Emergency Driving, EVOC, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course, EVOT, Emergency Vehicle Operators Training, Road Blocks, Police Road Blocks, PIT, Precision Immobilization Technique, Pursuit Management, Police Driving Instructor, Driving
...I held a variety of positions during my career which included: Patrol Officer, Street Crimes Investigator, Narcotics Investigator, Community Policing Officer, Crime Prevention Officer, Sergeant, Patrol Sergeant, Criminal Investigations Sergeant (Special Victims Unit), Field Training Sergeant, Field Training Coordinator, Training Academy Sergeant and the Assistant Training Director.
I was certified as a Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) General Instructor, Firearms Instructor in 1987, and Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Instructor in 1996. I also served as the Henrico County Police Division’s Chief Instructor in Emergency Vehicle Operations from 2004 to 2017 when I retired. I was recertified as a General Instructor and EVOC Instructor in 2020 with Chesterfield County Police. I currently serve as the Training Coordinator for the Virginia Division of Capitol Police....
Joseph Dagher
Imaging Physics & Image Processing Expert Witness
Falls Church, Virginia
Electrical Engineering, Photography & Imaging
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Signal Processing, Image Processing, Video Processing, Optics, Imaging, Cameras, Sensors, Medical Imaging, Compression, Image Quality, Image Reconstruction, Image and Video Analytics, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Patent Disputes, Patent Infringement, Deep Fake Detection, DeepFakes
...Dagher’s Expert Witness experience spans the entire field of Imaging Systems, from the design of Optical & Sensor Systems to the research and development of Image and Video Processing and Analysis Algorithms. Dr Dagher has 5 year experience in depositions, writing reports & rebuttals, valuations, patents and intellectual property. Dr. Dagher has testified 5 times on topics ranging from Inter-Pares Patent disputes, patent infringement, personal injury and class-action lawsuits.
Career highlights include:
— More than 25 years of Research and Development experience in Imaging Science. Dr....
Deborah E Dickerson, PhD CIH CSP
Product warnings, labels, instructions
Dickerson Consulting LLC
Blacksburg, Virginia
Products Liability, Warnings & Labels
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Injury, Illness, Product Liability, Premises Liability, Industrial Accidents, Warnings and Labels, OSHA, Worker's Compensation, Human Factors, Safe Equipment Design, Respiratory Protection, Respiratory Illness, Chemical Exposures, Dust, Asbestos, Silica, Lead, Temperature Extremes, Laboratory Safety
...I have over 30 years of experience in the fields of industrial hygiene and safety engineering: conducting investigations and designing safe work systems. I led a compliance organization responsible for conducting investigations and ensuring compliance with safety and health standards (OSHA and EPA).
I have 21 years of university teaching experience and have taught courses on product safety, system safety, warnings design, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, risk control, and human factors engineering. My research involves improving product and system safety through Prevention through Design. Prevention through Design (PtD) emphasizes the elimination of hazards associated with the design of products, equipment, tools, materials, and systems. I have been involved in Prevention through Design efforts at the national level....
Matthew Furlong, CBC, RBC
Construction and Building Code Compliance Expert
Först Consulting Group
Middleburg, Virginia
Construction Defects, Construction
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Forensic investigation, building pathology, failure analysis, technical reporting, construction claims, litigation support, insurance, building code, EIFs, stucco, building envelope, facades, rainscreen, infrared, moisture, structural capability, energy conservation, contract analysis
...Matthew Furlong specializes in construction defect and failure analysis, forensic engineering, scientific investigations, technical report writing and expert witness testimony for construction claims and litigation matters. Mr. Furlong has 21 years of experience with construction, project coordination and design, remodeling, and field inspections of building systems for residential, and commercial low and high-rise properties. He has successfully completed more than 600 unique and custom projects while as a general contractor.
His builder background experience ranges from high-end new custom home construction, interior renovations and additions, to green building and energy efficient homes, historical renovations, timber-framing, and creating elaborate custom interiors in prestigious estate-sized homes. This experience gives Mr. Furlong the unique qualifications to testify as an expert in construction matters. As a professional consultant, Mr....
Michael F Myers, PE, CFM
30 Scale, LLC
Palmyra, Virginia
Civil Engineering, Hydrology
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Drainage, Hydrology, Hydraulics, Floodplain Mapping, Storm Sewer, Stormwater Management, Flooding, Storm Drainage, FEMA, Grading, Erosion and Sediment Control, Runoff
...Myers is experienced in commercial and residential stormwater management design, floodplain management, erosion and sediment control design, and assessing drainage issues through field investigation and written report.
Michael J. Canaan, CPP
Security Premises Liability Expert Witness
Trident Investigative Service, Inc.
Seattle, Washington
Security, Premises Liability
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hiring, pre-employment, inadequate, negligence, training, supervision, use of force, bar, nightclub, casino, apartment, foreseeability, investigation, voyeurism, employment, screening, background, assault, rape, robbery
FORENSIC SECURITY PREMISES LIABILITY EXPERT with over forty-five years of experience in professional security, investigative, military, and law enforcement fields.
That extensive BACKGROUND AND TRAINING has allowed me to become familiar with professional security industry standards and best practices.
BOARD CERTIFIED IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT by the American Society for Industrial Security, International. This credential is the security profession's highest recognition of practitioners. ASIS is the world's largest membership of security management professionals, with 35,000 members, and is the premier source for learning, board certification, networking, and standards.
HONORABLY SERVED in the United States Marine Corps, supporting the Presidential Helicopter Mission as security aboard Marine One, the Presidential helicopter....
Ronald J Graf, MD
MultiCare
Tacoma, Washington
Diabetes, Endocrinology
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Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, endocrine disorders, thyroid disease, hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism and other disorders of the adrenal, pituitary, parathyroid and reproductive glands, osteoporosis, metabolic disorders, obesity, male hypogonadism
Dr Graf has been practicing medicine in the field of Diabetes and clinical Endocrinology for over 40 years. He is highly experienced in the management of patients with diabetes and various endocrine disorders. These include patients with Type I and type 2 diabetes, and diseases of the thyroid, adrenal, pituitary, parathyroid and reproductive glands. He also treats other metabolic disorders such as obesity, osteoporosis, hypoglycemia and hypercalcemia.
Dr. Graf is currently an active member of the American Diabetes Association and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE).
Dr. Graf enjoys teaching. He speaks frequently to the local medical community on the management of diabetes and other endocrine disorders. He also teaches students and residents of the local medical school rotate through his clinic.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr....
