Restaurants Expert Witnesses
Restaurants expert witnesses and consultants listed here may be able to form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, provide expert witness testimony at deposition and/or trial as or serve as consulting (non-testifying) experts on restaurants. The restaurants expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Appraisal & Valuation, Architecture, Business Valuation, Construction, Construction Defects, Plumbing, Premises Liability, Real Estate Appraiser, Security, and Slip Trip & Fall.
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Alan Someck
Keystone Hospitality Solutions
Hotel & Restaurant, Food
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Restaurant Operations, Dram Shop and Alcohol Service, Income and Profit Evaluations, Restaurant Training, Slip and Falls, Restaurant Wages and Tips, Food Safety, Customer and Employee Safety, Restaurant Harassment, Restaurant Business Damages, Restaurant Feasibility Studies
Alan has had over 42 years experience in the food industry as an owner, operator, consultant and teacher. For the past 10 years, he has been a full time instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education and an Adjunct Professor of Hospitality Management at the New York Institute of Technology. Alan has had 25 years of extensive management experience in fine dining and fast casual operations. Through his 2 companies, Keystone Hospitality Solutions and Food Startup Help, he has been a consultant to help develop a wide variety of restaurant concepts as well as projects to turn around struggling operations and a consultant to those looking to develop and bring food products to market.
He has also been awarded 7 grants from the Federal Government and New York State to work on sustainability issues within the hospitality industry. Alan has organized workshops, conferences and training programs for the New York State Restaurant Association and has been a speaker and author of hospi...
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Edward M Walls, MPA
Hotel Operations Specialist
Woodworth Core Group LLC
Hotel & Restaurant, Business Operations
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Safety, security, financials, hotel and resort marketing, sales, unions, service, reputation management, market share, pricing, Labor, Cost, Expense management, Renovation Guidance and Management, Hotel Opening /Transition Management, leadership and management assessment, Hotel Operations
Ed has over 40 years of experience with independent resorts and major brands. Among these are: Westin, Sheraton, Hilton, Marriott, Curio by Hilton, Preferred Hotels, Embassy Suites, Holiday Inn, Radisson and Doubletree.
Ed’s track record of outstanding strategic thinking and execution has earned him many community awards in the industry. He brings a balanced approach to all phases of hotel operations, with a focus on boosting brand and real estate value for owners. Expertise in all aspects of hotel and restaurant operations make him a highly effective witness.
Litigation Support and Expert Witness Experience Include:
Hotel Operations & Management
• Management and leadership Assessment
• Task Force Assistance
• Service and Quality Assurance
• Leadership and Operational Development
• Associate Engagement and Retention
• Facilities Management and Engineering
• Task Force Sourcing for Key Disciplines
• Labor, Cost, and Expense analysis and evaluation
. Greenbelt Six Sigma
. Safet...
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Gregory R. Riehle, JD
Resort, condo-hotel legal operations strd care
Riehle Hospitality Consulting - Legal and Operations
Hotel & Restaurant, Insurance
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Resort asset management, hotel operations, standard of care, condominium hotels, insurance, bad faith, business interruption, risk purchasing, discrimination, harassment, ADA, sale of resort, receivership, sports academies, boarding schools, hotel security, premises liability
Mr. Riehle’s decades of experience in resort and sports academy operations, hospitality law, and insurance, uniquely qualify him as an expert in a variety of hospitality subject matter areas. During his career as a chief executive, general manager, and attorney, he has successfully managed and developed mid-sized companies and organizations. Mr. Riehle’s diverse professional background thus provides him insight into resolving and advising on a wide range of complex disputes. Most recently, Mr. Riehle oversaw all aspects of the sale of a large complex destination resort.
Background.
For 30 years, Mr. Riehle was a leader of one of the largest family-owned and operated resorts, Saddlebrook Resort, as well as its affiliated sports training, academic programs, and property management company. He served in a variety of capacities, including GM, EVP, and General Counsel. During this time, Mr. Riehle was instrumental in the development of Resort Hotel Association, a $9B collective of 150 in...
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James Platt
Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert
The Platt Services Group, LLC
California
Construction Defects, Plumbing
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Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support.
I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness.
My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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Paul L. Johnson
Construction Defects Expert
Gryphon Consulting
Florida
Construction Defects, Construction
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Residential Construction, commercial, leaks, tenant fit-outs, kitchens, baths, remodels, construction related slip-fall & personal injury, historic buildings, restaurants, roofs, siding, critical path, luxury construction, high-end construction, Building envelope, cabinetry, Construction related personal injury, tile, stone
An Expert Witness having testified in court or through deposition since 1994, and a Consultant on matters related to residential and light commercial new construction and renovation projects. Award-winning construction professional with over 45 years of hands-on experience. Founder/operator of two successful construction firms. Experience includes all aspects of residential construction, new builds and remodeling, light commercial construction, and tenant buildout - multiple new builds, over 60 whole home remodels, hundreds of kitchen remodels, hundreds of master bath remodels, numerous tenant fit out projects, restaurants, and a historic landmark complete renovation in Washington, D.C.. Extensive consulting experience as an owner's representative. Patented inventor of a cabinet installation assembly. Author of the book Residential Building & Remodeling, available on Amazon. On Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ7GMDJM.
I work to stay current on construction processes, materia...
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Mark Harless, MS, PSP
Security Negligence Expert - Retired FBI 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, Medical Facilities, Hospitals, Hotels, Malls, Workplace Violence, Restaurants, Bars, Public Venues, Sporting Events
I am a Partner with Group Nine Risk Consulting, a firm specializing in security risk management, asset protection, and security training. I joined Group Nine Risk Consulting following a long and successful federal law enforcement career that spanned over 25 years. I retired as an FBI supervisory Special Agent in June 2019.
I am board-certified in physical security, having earned the Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification through ASIS International. The PSP certification demonstrates one’s knowledge and experience in threat assessment and risk analysis; integrated physical security systems; and the appropriate identification, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of security measures.
I hold a Master of Science in Criminology from Florida State University College of Criminology and Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Belmont University, equipping me with a comprehensive academic foundation in criminal behavior analysis, investigative met...
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James Platt
Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert
The Platt Services Group, LLC
Idaho
Construction Defects, Plumbing
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Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support.
I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness.
My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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Bryan S. Reynolds, AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
Real Estate Appraiser Expert Witness
Reynolds & Associates
Owensboro, Kentucky
Real Estate Appraiser, Appraisal & Valuation
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Industrial, Multi-Family, Nursing Facilities, Movie Theaters, Ad Valorem, Mall, Retail Centers, Automobile Dealerships, Storage Facilities, Airports, Restaurants, Professional Offices, Farms, Convenience Stores, Warehouses, Vacant Land, Rock Quarries, Hospitality, Residential, Divorce
Bryan S. Reynolds is the founder and owner of Reynolds & Associates. He has been in the industry for over 3 decades. He is a Certified General appraiser, the highest level of licensure enabling appraisals across diverse properties including residential and commercial. Beyond appraisal, Reynolds has served as an educator, imparting knowledge through qualifying and continuing education courses for years, and has been a part owner of an online education company, Appraiser eLearning, since its creation. His expertise extends to ethics and standards instruction as an AQB Certified USPAP Instructor, a distinction held by fewer than 500 professionals globally. Reynolds' multifaceted skill set also encompasses tax representation and appeals, honed through extensive involvement in public speaking and leadership roles, notably as the immediate past President of the National Association of Appraisers. Renowned for professionalism and legal acumen, Reynolds offers mentoring, consulting, and lit...
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Paul L. Johnson
Construction Defects Expert
Gryphon Consulting
Brandon, Mississippi
Construction Defects, Construction
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Residential Construction, commercial, leaks, tenant fit-outs, kitchens, baths, remodels, construction related slip-fall & personal injury, historic buildings, restaurants, roofs, siding, critical path, luxury construction, high-end construction, Building envelope, cabinetry, Construction related personal injury, tile, stone
An Expert Witness having testified in court or through deposition since 1994, and a Consultant on matters related to residential and light commercial new construction and renovation projects. Award-winning construction professional with over 45 years of hands-on experience. Founder/operator of two successful construction firms. Experience includes all aspects of residential construction, new builds and remodeling, light commercial construction, and tenant buildout - multiple new builds, over 60 whole home remodels, hundreds of kitchen remodels, hundreds of master bath remodels, numerous tenant fit out projects, restaurants, and a historic landmark complete renovation in Washington, D.C.. Extensive consulting experience as an owner's representative. Patented inventor of a cabinet installation assembly. Author of the book Residential Building & Remodeling, available on Amazon. On Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ7GMDJM.
I work to stay current on construction processes, materia...
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James Platt
Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert
The Platt Services Group, LLC
Montana
Construction Defects, Plumbing
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Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support.
I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness.
My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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Bruce E Jones, MAI, ASA-GC, BCA, CMEA
Special Purpose Realty Valuation
Manchester, New Jersey
Real Estate Appraiser, Business Valuation
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Special Purpose Property, Special Purpose, Real Estate, restaurants, gas stations, car washes, hotels, marinas, nursing homes, sports facilities, theaters, vineyards, bowling alleys, amusement parks, banquet halls, specialty manufacturing, power plants, farms, Funeral homes, daycare centers
Bruce E. Jones MAI, ASA-GC, BCA, CMEA, CTA
Real Estate and Business Appraisal Expert; Focusing on Special Use Real Estate and other Complex Real Estate Issues
Real Estate Appraisal and Business Valuation are separate and distinct appraisal disciplines. However, some assignments demand interdisciplinary expertise that can combine these disciplines to solve the appraisal problem.
Special Use properties are specially designed and built for specific business functions. The value of the real estate is dependent on the health of the business - and the value of the business is equally dependent on many of the characteristics of the real estate, including location, functionality, etc.
Common examples of special purpose real estate that require this interdisciplinary expertise include:
-Restaurants
-gas stations
-car washes
-funeral homes
-bowling alleys
-hotels
-marinas
-nursing homes/assisted living facilities
-sports facilities
-banquet halls
-specialty manufacturing
-...
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James Platt
Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert
The Platt Services Group, LLC
Oregon
Construction Defects, Plumbing
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Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support.
I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness.
My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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James Rappoport, AIA-NCARB
Daroff Design
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Architecture, Slip Trip & Fall
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Architecture,Site Planning,Zoning, Codes,Development,Standard of Care,Liability,ADA Accessibility,Construction,Copyright,Facility Programming, Feasibility,Furniture,Finishes & Equipment,Hotels,Restaurants, Resort, Interior Design & Planning,Slip-Trip-Falls,Owner-Architect & Consultant Disputes.
James Rappoport is Principal at Daroff Design, a full service Planning, Architectural & Interior Design practice founded in 1973. The firm specializes in ground-up, renovation, and historic adaptive reuse projects for office facilities, hotels, resorts, retail and shopping facilities, restaurants, meeting, conference and training facilities, aviation terminals and entertainment projects throughout the USA and Internationally.
Mr. Rappoport has provided technical consultation analysis, expert witness reports, opinions, affidavits, certificates of merit, depositions, mediation and alternative dispute resolution presentations, testimony and pre-trial support in more than 250 legal cases, for both defendants’ and plaintiffs’ legal teams. Each of the matters Mr. Rappoport has collaborated on have settled before trial. Mr. Rappoport is the author of several professional text books and trade journal articles. He has been awarded multiple copy rights and is an active member of the Amer...
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Bruce E Jones, MAI, ASA-GC, BCA, CMEA
Special Purpose Realty Valuation
Pennsylvania
Real Estate Appraiser, Business Valuation
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Special Purpose Property, Special Purpose, Real Estate, restaurants, gas stations, car washes, hotels, marinas, nursing homes, sports facilities, theaters, vineyards, bowling alleys, amusement parks, banquet halls, specialty manufacturing, power plants, farms, Funeral homes, daycare centers
Bruce E. Jones MAI, ASA-GC, BCA, CMEA, CTA
Real Estate and Business Appraisal Expert; Focusing on Special Use Real Estate and other Complex Real Estate Issues
Real Estate Appraisal and Business Valuation are separate and distinct appraisal disciplines. However, some assignments demand interdisciplinary expertise that can combine these disciplines to solve the appraisal problem.
Special Use properties are specially designed and built for specific business functions. The value of the real estate is dependent on the health of the business - and the value of the business is equally dependent on many of the characteristics of the real estate, including location, functionality, etc.
Common examples of special purpose real estate that require this interdisciplinary expertise include:
-Restaurants
-gas stations
-car washes
-funeral homes
-bowling alleys
-hotels
-marinas
-nursing homes/assisted living facilities
-sports facilities
-banquet halls
-specialty manufacturing
-...
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William J. Birks, Jr., CPP, CSC, CHS-III
William J. Birks, Jr. & Associates
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Premises Liability, Security
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Security guard operation/performance, Bars/nightclubs, Retail/Malls, Restaurants, Parking facilities, Garages, Hotel/Motel, Apartment buildings, Warehouses, Gaming/Casinos, Alarm Systems/Schedules of Protection, Crowd control, Wrongful Death, Rapes, Assaults, Murders, Crime Foreseeability
William J. Birks Jr. & Associates, LLC, is an independent security consultancy practice dedicated to delivering objective and quality results to clients operating in Business, Industry and Law firm environments. We provide an assortment of forensic and security management consulting services on a nationwide basis. We assist both Plaintiff and Defense bars with litigation support and expert witness services in the areas of Premises Liability, Security Adequacy, Negligent Security and Crime Foreseeability. Principal William Birks is certified, by examination, in security management (CPP) and has been since 1985. He has over 38 years of experience as a security professional and he is a certified security consultant (CSC) by examination through the IAPSC.
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Bryan S. Reynolds, AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
Real Estate Appraiser Expert Witness
Reynolds & Associates
Tennessee
Real Estate Appraiser, Appraisal & Valuation
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Industrial, Multi-Family, Nursing Facilities, Movie Theaters, Ad Valorem, Mall, Retail Centers, Automobile Dealerships, Storage Facilities, Airports, Restaurants, Professional Offices, Farms, Convenience Stores, Warehouses, Vacant Land, Rock Quarries, Hospitality, Residential, Divorce
Bryan S. Reynolds is the founder and owner of Reynolds & Associates. He has been in the industry for over 3 decades. He is a Certified General appraiser, the highest level of licensure enabling appraisals across diverse properties including residential and commercial. Beyond appraisal, Reynolds has served as an educator, imparting knowledge through qualifying and continuing education courses for years, and has been a part owner of an online education company, Appraiser eLearning, since its creation. His expertise extends to ethics and standards instruction as an AQB Certified USPAP Instructor, a distinction held by fewer than 500 professionals globally. Reynolds' multifaceted skill set also encompasses tax representation and appeals, honed through extensive involvement in public speaking and leadership roles, notably as the immediate past President of the National Association of Appraisers. Renowned for professionalism and legal acumen, Reynolds offers mentoring, consulting, and lit...
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Paul L. Johnson
Construction Defects Expert
Gryphon Consulting
Texas
Construction Defects, Construction
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Residential Construction, commercial, leaks, tenant fit-outs, kitchens, baths, remodels, construction related slip-fall & personal injury, historic buildings, restaurants, roofs, siding, critical path, luxury construction, high-end construction, Building envelope, cabinetry, Construction related personal injury, tile, stone
An Expert Witness having testified in court or through deposition since 1994, and a Consultant on matters related to residential and light commercial new construction and renovation projects. Award-winning construction professional with over 45 years of hands-on experience. Founder/operator of two successful construction firms. Experience includes all aspects of residential construction, new builds and remodeling, light commercial construction, and tenant buildout - multiple new builds, over 60 whole home remodels, hundreds of kitchen remodels, hundreds of master bath remodels, numerous tenant fit out projects, restaurants, and a historic landmark complete renovation in Washington, D.C.. Extensive consulting experience as an owner's representative. Patented inventor of a cabinet installation assembly. Author of the book Residential Building & Remodeling, available on Amazon. On Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ7GMDJM.
I work to stay current on construction processes, materia...
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James Platt
Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert
The Platt Services Group, LLC
Seattle, Washington
Construction Defects, Plumbing
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Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support.
I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness.
My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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James Platt
Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert
The Platt Services Group, LLC
Wyoming
Construction Defects, Plumbing
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Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support.
I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness.
My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...