Construction Defect Expert Witness
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- Phone: (925) 518-6131
- Cell: (925) 518-6131
Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness
General Specialties:
Construction and Construction DefectsKeywords/Search Terms:
General Construction, Framing, Building Envelope, Waterproofing, Electrical, HVAC, Concrete, Residential Construction, Multi Family Dwelling, Single Family Dwelling, Commercial Construction, Finish, Contract Scope, Cost to Repair, Site development, Architectural Design, Utility, Gas, Solar, FireYears in Practice:
27Number of Times Deposed/Testified in Last 4 Yrs:
5Additional Information
Mr. Cotton possesses a diverse, in-depth, and hands-on knowledge of construction methodologies, complemented by substantial experience in project management. His theoretical understanding is augmented by years of direct application. In California, Mr. Cotton maintains active licenses in plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry. He gained the necessary experience for these certifications under the mentorship of licensed professionals in each field and successfully passed all requisite examinations. His construction career began in the early 2000s, establishing a solid foundation for his extensive expertise. As a Testifying Expert Witness, Mr. Cotton has been involved in numerous construction-related cases. Serving as Senior Consultant at KORE Consulting Group LLC, in the San Francisco Bay area CA, he is a highly skilled expert in providing construction defect and litigation services, which include: - Testing and analysis of construction defects. - Destructive testing following ASTM standard procedures. - Field inspection services. - Detailed report generation. - Contract review: scope of work and cost evaluation. - Repair cost estimation. - Photographic evidence collection and UAV drone imaging. - Specialized trades expertise - Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC. - Assessment of building envelope issues. - Mediation Services. - Arbitration and trial testimony. Furthermore, Mr. Cotton owns a construction company, K.C. Gregory LLC, which offers comprehensive post-litigation reconstruction services, streamlining the transition from litigation to construction and providing a complete turn-key solution. This service encompasses post-destructive testing repairs, tailored to meet the specific needs of clients, ensuring full support throughout the process. Mr. Cotton provides litigation support for both Plaintiffs and Defendants. As an experienced general contractor who has thrived in the construction sector, Mr. Cotton grasps the intricacies of the industry and leverages his experience to inform his expert testimony.