Construction Defects Expert Witnesses
The SEAK Expert Witness Directory contains a comprehensive list of construction defects expert witnesses who testify, consult and provide litigation support on construction defects and related issues. Construction defects expert witnesses and consultants on this page may form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, and provide expert witness testimony at deposition and trial. The issues and subjects these construction defects expert witnesses testify regarding may include: Construction Defects, Building Envelope, Building Codes, Construction, Water Intrusion, Roofing, Failure Analysis, Plumbing, Concrete, Waterproofing, Hvac, Architecture, Building Inspection, Construction Management, and Forensic Engineering.
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Paul L. Johnson
Construction Defects Expert
Gryphon Consulting
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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David A Doddridge
Construction Disputes/Accidents-Premises Liability
D.A. Doddridge and Associates, Inc.
Construction Defects, Slip Trip & Fall
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Stairway Accidents, Construction Accidents, Construction Disputes, Construction Cost Analysis, Slip and Fall, Trip and Fall, OSHA Regulations, Construction Safety, Construction Standards, Residential, Commercial, Construction Delays, Building Codes, Fire Investigations, Engineering, Architectural
With over 30 years experience in residential and light commercial building, construction, and remodeling, I have cultivated a deep understanding of all aspects of the industry. My expertise also spans residential/commercial building inspections, roofing/siding, and sheetrock installation. My hands-on background provides attorneys and clients with invaluable insights into construction practices, building codes, and safety compliance. I hold an Unrestricted Construction Supervisor's License in Massachusetts, along with OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 Construction Safety certifications. My qualifications also include a National Floor Safety Institute Certification in walkway safety, a certification in building envelope inspections and remediation from the Building Envelope Science Institute, and a certification in residential building codes by the International Code Council. Additionally, I am a certified Pella Window Installer and a certified tribometer operator for the ASM925 and ASM825, whic...
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David R. Mullaney, Esq.
D. R. Mullaney P.C.
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Delays, Construction Breach Of Contract, Substandard Workmanship, Architectural Negligence, Design-Engineering Defects, Cost Dispute Analysis & Reconciliation, Building Inspection, Risk Management, Schedule Delay Responsibility, Job Site Failures
David R. Mullaney, Esq. is a detail-oriented licensed Attorney At Law and Construction Expert with 2 plus decades of experience in all facets of the low to mid rise construction industry where his former firm constructed numerous new buildings and building additions from institutional academic buildings to athletic centers, theatrical venues, and numerous academic residential housing developments. Having founded and served for 24 years as CEO of Mullaney Corporation, former Construction Manager's at Risk, Mr. Mullaney understands the vertical construction business, and particularly the demands of private clients, including the unwavering and unrelenting August and December building completion dates for private school client services, notwithstanding labor shortages, strikes, weather, material supply issues, and design documents issues and conflicts between the multiple design disciplines.
Serving New England and New York, his company constructed on average 11 major building proj...
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William (Will) Stoner
Flooring/Deck Failures, Slip/Trip/Fall Floor Mats
Stoner Services Inspections & Consulting
Toney (Huntsville), Alabama
Slip Trip & Fall, Construction Defects
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Certified Floor Inspector, Forensic Investigations, Walk-Off Mat Accidents, Hardwood, Carpet, LVP/Vinyl, Laminate, Deck Railing Failures NADRA, Stair Treads, Installation Failure, Walkway Hazards, Thresholds, Transition Strips, Subfloor / Slab Defects, Product Defect, Moisture Intrusion, Maintenance, COF Testing, Walkway Auditor NFSI
WILLIAM (WILL) STONER
Toney, AL (Huntsville) | Cell: 256-653-5627 | will@stonerservices.com
www.stonerservices.com
Professional Summary
A seasoned flooring professional with over 45 years of industry experience, encompassing roles as Installer, Retailer, Certified Flooring Inspector, Instructor, Certified Walkway Auditor, Deck / Railing Evaluation / Inspection Certified, and Expert Witness. This comprehensive background provides an extensive foundation for evaluating flooring systems, walking surfaces safety reviews, concrete & wood subfloor systems moisture damages/failures, and resolving complex disputes involving manufacturing processes, installation practices, product specification, maintenance procedures, and safety related concerns.
Certified Flooring Inspector
Certified in 1998, with more than 20,000 onsite residential and commercial inspections performed to date. Each inspection includes detailed written analyses and photographic documentation for use in claims assessme...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Alabama
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Hal K. Cain, PE
Cain and Associates Engineers and Constructors, Inc.
Mobile, Alabama
Construction, Engineering
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Construction Delay, Forensic Engineering, Construction Defects, Construction Claims, Construction Management, Structural Engineer, Roof Consultant, Foundation Engineer, Building Envelope Specialist, EIFS, Scheduling Engineer, Planning Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
Experienced forensic engineer and construction claims expert with residential, commercial, and industrial experience. Capable of evaluating structural failures, construction defects and delay claims by contractors. Has firm with experts in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, plumbing, HVAC, roofing and EIFS. Testifying experience in depositions and courtroom. Extensive experience in the engineering and construction of large industrial plants, both manufacturing and petrochemical type facilities.
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Christopher Lavache
C. Lavache Management & Consulting, LLC
Arizona
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Manager Expert, Estimator, Construction Scheduler, General Contractor Expert, Licensed General Contractor, Quality Assurance, Construction Defects, Schedule Delays and Impacts, Loss Control Advisor, Condominium, Commercial Office, High-End Residential
LICENSES/ CERTIFICATIONS:
California State Contractors License B 537312
LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional)
Construction Quality Manager: CQM - NAVFAC/USACE - US Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Management for Contractors
SMAW - AWS Certified Welder
ASTM Certified Property Condition Assessments 2018
Massachusetts Construction Supervisor 1982 – 1997 (Expired)
2009 - Present: Construction Expert Witness, Litigation Consultant, and Construction Manager,
C. Lavache Management & Consulting, LLC.
Construction expert witness testimony and litigation consulting services include forensic document analysis, standard of care, cost estimating, forensic site investigations, contract disputes, schedule delay/impact analysis, expert to expert negotiations, report preparation, change order/cost and claim management, water intrusion and construction/material defect consulting.
Construction Consulting Services: Provide agency fee-only cons...
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Paul Overton
Construction Defects Expert
Overton Engineering and Consulting
Arizona
Construction Defects, Construction Engineering
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construction defects, general contractor, cost of completion, causation, MEP, cost of repair, roofing license, scope of work creation, licensed engineering, sufficiency of settlement, building assessment reportss, owners representative, structural engineering, 558 claims, destructive testing, expert testimony, civil engineering
Paul Overton is a Florida-licensed Certified General Contractor, licensed roofing contractor, and principal of a licensed engineering and construction consulting firm specializing in concrete restoration, waterproofing, structural repairs, and exterior façade rehabilitation for condominium and HOA communities. His practice focuses on forensic construction services, construction defect and insurance-related matters, complex building assessments, and owner’s representation throughout the State of Florida.
Mr. Overton brings nearly four decades of hands-on experience and has been directly involved in hundreds of destructive testing and forensic investigation assignments. His work includes 40- and 50-year recertifications, Milestone Inspections, Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS), and comprehensive building assessment reports. Services routinely include destructive testing execution and oversight, forensic documentation, code and standard-of-care analysis, repair scope develop...
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David J. Brotman, FAIA
Architect with 55+ Yrs Major Project Experience
Sunset Consultants
Scottsdale, Arizona
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Standard of Care, Construction Document, Real Estate, Slip trip & fall, Trip & Fall, Delay, Defect, Change Order, Building, Design, Coordination, Code Compliance, Contract Document, Management, Contract Administration, Architectural Detailing, Commercial, Retail, Hotel, Office
David J. Brotman, FAIA, is a nationally recognized architect and expert witness with over five decades of experience in architectural design, construction, and professional practice. As a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects (FAIA), Mr. Brotman has achieved the highest level of professional distinction. He is celebrated for his contributions to the advancement of architecture nationally and internationally.
He spent 25 years with one of the world’s largest architecture and engineering firms, leading worldwide major commercial, retail, institutional, and mixed-use developments. His portfolio includes transformative projects such as the Shanghai Science and Technology Center — a project awarded through an international competition and publicly announced at a press conference in Shanghai by President Bill Clinton and the Mayor of Shanghai — as well as the extensive 1988 renovation and expansion of Tysons Corner Center, which introduced the first Nordstrom on the East Coast a...
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Scott Calkins, PE
Mechanical Eng. Construction Defect Expert Witness
Acorn Consulting Services
Mesa, Arizona
Construction Defects, Mechanical Engineering
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HVAC, Plumbing, Standard of Care in Design and Construction, Cleanroom Design, Codes and Standards, Commercial, Residential, Industrial, Gas and Chemical Distribution, Piping, Central Plant, Built Environment, Exhaust, Humidification & Dehumidification, Process piping, Fire Sprinkler, Refrigeration, Design, Construction
Scott Calkins is the Principal of Acorn Consulting Services, bringing extensive expertise across a wide spectrum of roles within the built environment. With a diverse background as an engineer, lecturer, design lead, project manager, and expert witness, Scott offers a unique combination of technical proficiency and practical experience. He is an expert in the evaluation of deficiencies in HVAC systems, cleanrooms, piping systems, refrigeration systems, construction defects and code compliance. Scott is registered as a Professional Mechanical Engineer in multiple states and holds a certified by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) for the ease of obtaining licensure in quick order.
He is a member of several professional organizations, including:
National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE)
National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE)
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Forensic Expert Witness As...
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Justin D. Watts
HOME AND BUILDING INSPECTION EXPERT
ICC Certified Building Inspector
Rancho Santa Margarita , California
Building Inspection, Construction Defects
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home inspection, landlord tenant disputes, substandard housing, construction, building code violations, building inspection, code violations, water damage, property maintenance, standards of care, code enforcement, housing inspection, commercial inspection, residential inspection, habitability, ADU, fire safety, real estate
Justin D. Watts has a diverse inspection background performing thousands of residential, commercial and industrial inspections in evaluation of all construction trades including structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing code compliance and construction defects. Mr. Watts has been employed by two government agencies as a Certified Building Inspector and Code Enforcement Officer. As the owner of American Dream Home Inspection, performed thousands of property inspections for home buyers in real estate transactions. Since 2007, he has provided litigation support for dozens of cases for law firms with an approximate 50/50 plaintiff and defendant client ratio. Mr. Watts has testified numerous times in depositions and court trials.
Certifications:
International Code Council – ICC California Commercial Building Inspector
International Code Council – ICC California Residential Building Inspector
State of California – Safety Assessment Program – CA DSW local ID#63255
National Asso...
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Charles A. Gabriels
Real Estate & Construction Defect Expert Witness
Full Service Real Estate; Planned Space - Construction
Monrovia, California
Real Estate, Construction Defects
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Construction Defects, Real Estate Broker, Home Inspectors, Fiduciary Duty, Disclosure, Buyer Representative, Responsible, Testimony, Landscaping, Fraud, Diminution-in-Value, Contracts, Standards of Care, Trial Strategy, Commissions, CAR - CA Asso. of Realtors, NAR - National Asso. of Realtors, Inspections, Elder Abuse, Consultation
Former Commercial Broker with Grubb & Ellis, and Pacific International.
Areas of Expertise include, but not limited to the following.
Real Estate: Standards of Care, Fiduciary Duty, Disclosure, Commissions, Representation, Dual Agency, Contracts, Diminution-in-Value, CAR and or NAR disputes, Consultation, Fraud, Real-Estate Elder-Abuse.
Trial Strategy: Know whether to settle, rather than fail a client whose case lacks merit;
Residential, multi-residential, commercial, and industrial real estate physical inspections and inspecors;
Condominium Parcel and Tract Maps:
Construction and Design Consulting Service;
Construction Defects;
Design/Build process;
California Building, and ADA Codes;
Landscaping;
Water Intrusion.
Trial and Arbitration Testimony in Superior Court, AAA and JAMS, initiated in 2002.
Expert witness testimony and litigation consulting services include site investigation, contract disputes, plus all that a case requires.
Licenses and Certifications:
California Real...
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LORI DENNIS, ASID, LEED AP, NCIDQ
Interior Design & Construction Defects Expert
Lori Dennis LLC
Los Angeles, California
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Interior Design, OSHA Compliance, Breach of Contract, Landscape Design, Failure Analysis, Interior Architecture, Construction Defects, Code Violations, Lighting Design, Negligence, Slip Trip & Fall, Water Intrusion, Cost to Cure, Sustainability, Los Angeles, ADA Compliance, Standard of Care, Premises Liability, Title 24 Compliance
Lori Dennis, ASID President, LEED AP, NCIDQ, is a nationally recognized expert witness and award-winning interior designer with over 30 years of experience in residential, commercial, hospitality, and luxury projects. Based in Los Angeles, she leads Lori Dennis LLC, one of the top interior design firms in the country. She is a best-selling author (Green Interior Design), HGTV series star, TEDx speaker, corporate keynote speaker, and leading influencer in luxury and sustainable design.
Her expert testimony has been retained in over 20 cases by prominent law firms nationwide, including Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell, Walkup Melodia Kelly & Schoenberger, and others, for both plaintiff and defense. Areas of expertise include construction defects, standard of care, ADA/OSHA compliance, slip/trip/fall, water intrusion, code violations, breach of contract, negligence, cost-to-cure damages, product liability, failure analysis, Title 24 compliance, sustain...
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Shakir R Shatnawi, PhD, PE
Shatec Engineering Consultants
El Dorado Hills, California
Traffic Engineering, Construction Defects
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Highway design, hydroplaning, walkways, parking, pavement design, traffic safety, asphalt, concrete, soil, maintenance, roadway defects, traffic control, pedestrian, bicycle, motorcycle, vehicle accidents, ADA, work zone safety, trip&fall accidents, MUTCD
Dr. Shakir Shatnawi is a licensed professional engineer with over 30 years of professional engineering experience as follow:
2010-Present: President /Shatec Engineering Consultants, LLC, El Dorado Hills, CA, California
1991-2010: From Transportation Engineer to Division Chief (progressive promotions)/California Department of Transportation (Caltrans): D-10 (Stockton), District 4 (Oakland), and Headquarters (Sacramento), California.
1993-1999: Adjunct Professor/California State University, Sacramento, California.
1997-1999: Adjunct Professor/National University, Sacramento, California
1989-1990: Research Fellow/Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), McLean, Virginia.
Dr. Shakir Shatnawi is an expert witness related to the following :
• Highway Engineering, Transportation Engineering & Parking design
• Pavement standards, construction, maintenance and repairs
• Construction defects, failures, specifications, & disputes
• Traffic Enginee...
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Nicholas R Garcia, MBA, PMP, DSA IOR, HCAi IOR
Construction Defect and Owner Representative
Nicholas Raymond Garcia Inc
Oakley , California
Construction Defects, Construction
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Project Management, Construction Defect Analysis, Forensic Building Inspection, Standard of Care Evaluation, Contract Compliance Review, Submittal and RFI Review, Owner Representative Services, Quality Assurance Management, Code Compliance Inspection, Project Closeout Inspections, Delay and Cost Overrun Analysis
Nicholas Raymond Garcia, MBA, PMP, DSA IOR, HCAi IOR, ICC C8
Direct 408-582-2938
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Nicholas Garcia is a Construction Defect and Compliance Expert Witness with professional experience dating back to 1996. He possesses a diverse, comprehensive, and practical knowledge of construction methodologies, supported by decades of hands-on involvement in inspection, quality assurance, and project oversight. His technical expertise is paired with advanced academic training, holding a Master of Business Administration with honors, along with professional certifications in project management and quality control.
Licensed in California as a General B Contractor and C-39 Roofing Contractor, Mr. Garcia also holds multiple International Code Council certifications, including Combination Building Inspector (C8) and Building Plans Examiner (B3). He further maintains a PMP certification, the NAVFAC/USACE CQM-C credential, and California Division of the State Architect Class 1 Projec...
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Kevin Hastings, P.E., C.F.P.S
Ivey Engineering, Inc.
San Diego, California
Plumbing, HVAC
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HVAC, plumbing, fire sprinkler, construction defects, construction engineering, energy, failure analysis, engineering, refrigeration
Ivey Engineering, Inc. (IEI) is an HVAC, plumbing, process piping, fire sprinkler and energy management consulting firm. The firm performs building system design work, forensic analysis, expert witness consulting, product liability consulting, construction cost analysis and construction claims consulting. The staff is comprised of professional engineers and former construction executives. We are licensed engineers and licensed contractors and have performed consulting work in over 30 states. Our clients include contractors, homeowner associations, commercial building owners, tenants, hotels, casinos, design professionals, manufacturers, law firms, insurance companies and individuals. We know what it takes to design, bid and construct projects.
IEI was founded in 1994 in San Diego, California. We have offices in San Diego and Richmond, Virginia and provide consulting and expert witness services nationwide. Each of our engineers are licensed as professional engineers in multiple stat...
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Kenneth J. Fischbeck
Laguna Crest Enterprise, Inc.
Lake Forest, California
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Defect Analysis, Standard of Care, Construction Cost Over Runs & Delays, Construction Critical Path Scheduling, Inspections & Testing, Contract Compliance, Construction Management, Construction Repair and Completion Costs Analysis, Contractor Terminations. Forensic Building Inspection
Owner and Chief Operating Officer of a multi-million dollar licensed General Contracting Construction Company for the past 40+ years, constructing hundreds of Private, Commercial and Residential, State, Local, and Federal Governmental Projects, with extensive experience in all aspects of construction including: Construction Defects Analysis, Forensic Inspection and Analysis of Structures, Construction Standards of Care, Construction Contracts Agreements, Construction Project Management, Critical Path Construction Scheduling with or without Manpower Loading, Construction Estimating, Construction Job Safety, Construction Quality Control Analysis, Sustainable Building Systems, LEED Building Certification, Analysis of Excessive Cost Over Runs and Delays on Projects, Contractor Qualifications Review and Analysis, and Review, Analysis and Documentation of the Condition of a Project during or after a Contractor Terminated for Nonperformance.
I am a Graduate from California State Universit...
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Scott Cohen
The Green Scene
Chatsworth, California
Construction Defects, Landscape Design
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Pool Expert, Construction Defects, Construction Expert, Concrete patios, Landscaping, Vanishing Edge, Landscape Design, Concrete Contractor, Swimming Pools, Outdoor Fireplace, California Contractors, spas, Ponds and Waterfalls, Hardscape, Masonry, Fire Pits, Safety, Swimming Pool Tile Delamination
Cohen has provided professional forensic services as a member of the industry expert program for the contractors state license board since 2002. His forensic services are less than 10% of his professional services, offered equally for plaintiffs and defendants.
Cohen’s forensic Practices Assurances:
- Cohen will formulate and articulate his opinions with truthfulness and clarity
- Cohen will provide opinions only on subjects where he is qualified and which are based on known facts that can be proven.
- Cohen will accurately track and report time and services provided
- Cohen’s opinions may be subject to modification as a result of new information
- Cohen will examine all documents supplied by client in a timely manner.
- Cohen will work overtime if case is urgent
- Cohen is under no duty to provide opinions if given insufficient time or compensation to complete a thoughtful examination of the case
- Cohen will provide opinions that are not inevitable and may be different than the...
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Jason L. Bennecke, PE, MBA, PMP, CA DRE Broker
Caltrans & Public Works Standard-of-Care Expert
JLB Construction & Engineering
Cherry Valley, California
Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering
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Caltrans Standard of Care, Highway Construction, Construction Defects, Project Management(PMP), Public Works Engineering, Drainage & Flooding, Grading & Earthwork, Traffic Safety, Roadway Design, Pavement Failures, Hydrology and Stormwater, Right of Way Engineering, Interchange Design, Trip and Fall Hazards, Utility Conflicts
Jason Bennecke, PE, MBA, PMP is a California Licensed Civil Engineer with more than 35 years of experience in civil engineering, public works, transportation infrastructure, and Caltrans project delivery. He has designed, managed, reviewed, or delivered dozens of major roadway, interchange, bridge, drainage, and public infrastructure projects throughout Southern California. His expertise spans every phase of public works delivery, including planning, PA/ED, PS&E, right of way, utilities, drainage, pavement, staging, traffic control, and construction oversight.
Mr. Bennecke specializes in standard-of-care evaluations for public agencies, consultants, and contractors, including compliance with Caltrans standards, manuals, procedures, milestone requirements, documentation rules, cooperative agreements, design exceptions, design submittals, and certification processes. He has extensive experience interfacing with Caltrans District 8, Riverside County, SBCTA, RCTC, and multiple Californ...
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Fred B. Lott, AIA, ARA, CSI
Fred Lott Architect
California
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architect & Engineer Negligence, Construction Defects, Fraudulent Change Orders, Construction License Agreement, Antitrust Complaint, Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Warehouse Thermal Comfort, Bid Steering, Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards
Various Types of Legal Matters that Have Benefited from Fred’s Involvement:
Architect & Engineer Negligence, Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, Failure to Tender Payments Due & Owing for Contract Work Performed,
Fraudulent Change Orders, Faulty Movie & Sound Recording Studios Construction, Faulty Sound Attenuation & Faulty Soundproofing,
Misappropriation of Trade Secrets, Roofing Failure & Related Building Damages, Industrial Climate Control Engineering, Thermal Comfort, & Labor Law,
Aiding & Abetting Fiduciary Duties, Labor Union Disputes, Fraud, Bribery of a Public Official, Criminal Coercion, Construction Defects,
Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Adversary Breach of Contract, Unjust Enrichment, Antitrust Complaint - Sherman Antitrust Act,
Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards, Quantum Meruit, Defamation Per Se, Responsibility for Failure to Maintain a Building,
Fraudulent C...
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Christopher Lavache
C. Lavache Management & Consulting, LLC
El Cajon, California
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Manager Expert, Estimator, Construction Scheduler, General Contractor Expert, Licensed General Contractor, Quality Assurance, Construction Defects, Schedule Delays and Impacts, Loss Control Advisor, Condominium, Commercial Office, High-End Residential
LICENSES/ CERTIFICATIONS:
California State Contractors License B 537312
LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional)
Construction Quality Manager: CQM - NAVFAC/USACE - US Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Management for Contractors
SMAW - AWS Certified Welder
ASTM Certified Property Condition Assessments 2018
Massachusetts Construction Supervisor 1982 – 1997 (Expired)
2009 - Present: Construction Expert Witness, Litigation Consultant, and Construction Manager,
C. Lavache Management & Consulting, LLC.
Construction expert witness testimony and litigation consulting services include forensic document analysis, standard of care, cost estimating, forensic site investigations, contract disputes, schedule delay/impact analysis, expert to expert negotiations, report preparation, change order/cost and claim management, water intrusion and construction/material defect consulting.
Construction Consulting Services: Provide agency fee-only cons...
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Tony Moore
40+ years HVAC & Plumbing Construction Projects
A.L.M. Consulting Engineers, Inc - PROVIDING EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES
San Diego County, California
HVAC, Plumbing
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HVAC, Mechanical Expert Witness, Licensed Contractor, Plan Review, Forensic Investigations, Plumbing, Construction Expert, Testimony, San Diego, Product Liability & Failure Analysis, Reports, Specification Writing, Energy Management Systems, Commissioning, Slip & Fall claims due to HVAC & Plumbing Systems, Construction Defects
OUR TEAM PROVIDES EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES WITH LICENSED ARCHITECTS, LICENSED CONTRACTORS AND LICENSED MECHANICAL ENGINEERS THAT ARE LICENSED IN MANY STATES, TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
A.L.M. Consulting Engineers is a professional, full-service mechanical engineering and construction management firm. Since 1993, we have successfully completed over 1,500 projects across a broad range of markets.
Our team specializes in architectural and mechanical engineering services for construction and product litigation cases involving all types of structures, water leaks, H.V.A.C., plumbing, piping, Title 24 energy analysis and commissioning services. Analysis of ADA accessibility compliance. Analysis of water intrusion and moisture related damage - including slip and fall claims.
Our team consists of licensed architects, mechanical engineers and licensed contractors with classifications “A” – General En...
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Nicholas Strachan, PE
Electrical Engineering and Construction Defects
Vilano Engineering, LLC
California
Electrical Engineering, Construction Defects
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Construction Defects of Electrical, Fire Alarms, Lighting, Telecommunications Systems in Commercial and Residential buildings, Condominiums, Laboratories, Museums, Office Towers, University Campuses
Nicholas Strachan is a licensed Professional Engineer (Electrical) in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, New York, and North Carolina, and a licensed Plans Examiner in Florida.
He has over 25 years of experience in engineering design and quality assurance inspections of electrical systems for construction projects in the US and abroad. These projects included commercial and residential structures, laboratories and higher educational facilities, museums and cultural facilities, and sports arenas. His technical knowledge and experience are predominantly focused on electrical, fire alarm, lighting, and telecommunication systems design in new and existing buildings.
Nicholas provides expert witness and litigation consulting services related to electrical failures, construction defects, and insurance claims. These services include:
- Technical Evaluations
- Documentation and Reporting
- Expert Testimony
Most recently, Nicholas testified at an evidentiary hearing at the Dade Co...
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Marcus A Marino, NCARB
Architecture & Construction Defects Expert Witness
Design M Group
Davis, California
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Accidents, Construction, Slips & Falls, Mediation, Errors & Omissions, Design Flaws, Architectural Forensics, Square Footage Verification, Copyright Infringement, Violations, Water Incursion Determinations, Building Code Analysis, Planning & Zoning Issues, Ethicis, Scheduling Delays, Const. Mgmt, Consultation, Accidents
Qualifications:
Marcus Marino is a registered and licensed architect in the State of California since 2019, and the State of New York since 1981. He is a Nationally Certified licensed registered architect with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). He also serves at the pleasure of the State of California’s Office of Emergency Services on the Safety Assessment Program, to assist in analyzing the conditions of structures damaged in multiple types of emergencies, such as fires, earthquakes, floods, etc.
In addition to his architectural practice, he has been a developer of multiple successful residential properties, He has also acted as construction manager on several projects.
For over 20 years, he has assisted legal firms in understanding the intricacies of construction projects and the obligations of all participants involved. He analyzes project disputes and claims in order to provide deeply researched and informed expert witness testimony. He al...
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John R Stauder, P.E.
Professional Engineer - Fire Protection Expert
The Fire Consultants, Inc.
Walnut Creek, California
Engineering, Construction Defects
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Fire Protection, Building Codes, Fire Codes, Fire Alarm, Fire Suppression, Fire Sprinkler, Life Safety, Fire Engineering, Smoke Control, Means of Egress
John R. Stauder is a Principal and Senior Consulting Engineer with The Fire Consultants, Inc. and is registered as both mechanical and fire protection engineer in multiple states. John has over 22 years of experience providing fire protection, building code consulting, and fire protection system designs and evaluations.
John has worked with architects, developers, engineers, owners, and authorities having jurisdiction on the application of the model and state codes to design projects including mixed-use high-rise residential and office buildings, retail, low-rise residential podium projects, distilleries, airport terminal buildings, hotels, atria, aircraft hangars, military projects, and various other project types. He is experienced with the design of fire protection systems, including automatic sprinkler and standpipe, fire detection and alarm, fire pumps, special hazard systems and smoke control systems. John has performed code studies and has developed fire protection and ...
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David Louis Swartz, FAIA IIDA NCARB LEED AP
Expert Award Winning Architect with Top Results
DSE Experts
Los Angeles, California
Construction Defects, Slip Trip & Fall
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Trip and Falls, Codes, Architecture, Interior Design, Disabled Access, ADA, Fire Life Safety, Construction Defects, Building Codes, Standard of Care, Roofing, Exterior Site Work, Hotel Architecture, Theaters, Patios, Historic, Renovation, Drawing Review, Construction Administration, Roles and Responsibilites
With over 40 years of experience, I am an expert witness and architect, renowned for my deep technical knowledge and innovative problem-solving skills in building codes and construction technology. My expertise has been a pivotal factor in securing multi-million dollar awards for clients, delivering extraordinary outcomes that exceed expectations and result in high satisfaction for attorneys.
I am fully committed to working as a full-time licensed architect across multiple states. My selective approach ensures I engage with challenging and inspiring projects, consistently pushing the boundaries of architectural excellence. Over the years, I've been honored with more than 40 design awards, underscoring my dedication to quality and creativity in the architectural field.
My career has also been marked by a profound understanding of construction documentation and detailing, which are crucial for successful project execution. Early in my career, I showcased my technical acumen in an e...
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L Fredrick Nolta
Nolta Consulting
San Diego, California
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Claims, Cost of Repair, Construction Delays, Critical Path, Accident / Injuries, Safety, Construction Management CM, General Contractor GC, Subcontractor, Engineering Contractor, Concrete, Precast, Steel Erection, Wood, Excavation, Trenching, Shoring, Hospital, DSA, Public Works
Expert witness since 2009 with case experience in: construction defect, contract dispute, delay, scheduling, cost of repair, water intrusion, Cal OSHA, safety, accident, injury, trip fall, employment, wrongful termination, probate, real estate, failure to disclose, etc.
Construction Engineer with 40 + years of continuous construction experience as a general, sub and concrete contractor. Career positions progressing from: laborer, field engineer, superintendent, estimator, project manager, project executive to principal. Licensed contractor with classifications in: “A” Engineering, “B” Building & “C-8” Concrete.
Product Type Experience: Residential, commercial, health care, education, light industrial, military, public works, and site development including: offices, retail, restaurants, food service, multifamily high-rise, apartments, condos, hospitals, medical office buildings (MOB), hotels, schools, stadium, theater, parking, power / co-generation, waste water treatment, zoos, ...
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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
Tracy Myers is an architect and general contractor with 34 years of broad experience in architectural design, project management, property condition evaluation, construction administration, general construction, forensics, and property loss consulting. 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 fore...
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Richard W Brand, AIA, NCARB, CPM, PMP, DBIA
Architect/Construction Mgr. with 40yrs. experience
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.
As the Principal Project Director / Design & Construction Training & Construction Lead for the second largest K-12 school district in the country and their $35 billion construction bond program that included developing new Policies and Procedures RFQs, RFPs, Bid Award, Contract Execution, Construction Management, Constructability Reviews, Owner Move-in and Project Closeout for general construction contracts including Design Bid Build, Design...
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David Shreve, PE
Ivey Engineering
San Diego, California
HVAC, Plumbing
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HVAC, plumbing, construction defects, construction engineering, energy, failure analysis, engineering, refrigeration
Ivey Engineering, Inc. (IEI) is an HVAC, plumbing, process piping, fire sprinkler and energy management consulting firm. The firm performs building system design work, forensic analysis, expert witness consulting, product liability consulting, construction cost analysis and construction claims consulting. The staff is comprised of professional engineers and former construction executives. We are licensed engineers and licensed contractors and have performed consulting work in over 30 states. Our clients include contractors, homeowner associations, commercial building owners, tenants, hotels, casinos, design professionals, manufacturers, law firms, insurance companies and individuals. We know what it takes to design, bid and construct projects.
IEI was founded in 1994 in San Diego, California. We have offices in San Diego and Richmond, Virginia, and provide consulting and expert witness services nationwide. Each of our engineers are licensed as professional engineers in multiple stat...
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Bradley C. Hammerstrom, AIA, NCARB
Construction Defects Expert Witness
The Diehl Group Architects, Inc.
San Diego, 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
30+ years' experience in construction defect litigation support and expert witness services for plaintiff and defense attorneys. 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, Texas and Florida (licensed in 6 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...
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Michael Cacciotti, P.E., C.E.M.
20+ years engineering , 10+ years HVAC & Plumbing
A.L.M. Consulting Engineers, Inc - PROVIDING EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES
San Diego County, California
HVAC, Plumbing
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HVAC, Mechanical Expert Witness, Plan Review, Product Liability & Failure Analysis, Plumbing, Forensic Mechanical Engineering Services, Forensic Engineering Investigations, Reports, Mechanical Engineer, Construction Defects Expert, Spec. Writing, Professional Engineer, Slip & Fall claims due to HVAC & Plumbing Systems
OUR TEAM PROVIDES EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES WITH LICENSED ARCHITECTS, LICENSED CONTRACTORS AND LICENSED MECHANICAL ENGINEERS THAT ARE LICENSED IN MANY STATES, TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
A.L.M. Consulting Engineers is a professional, full-service mechanical engineering and construction management firm. Since 1993, we have successfully completed over 1,500 projects across a broad range of markets.
Our team specializes in architectural and mechanical engineering services for construction and product litigation cases involving all types of structures, water leaks, H.V.A.C., plumbing, piping, Title 24 energy analysis and commissioning services. Analysis of ADA accessibility compliance. Analysis of water intrusion and moisture related damage - including slip and fall claims.
Our team consists of licensed architects, mechanical engineers and licensed contractors with classifications “A” – General En...
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Timothy P McCormick, PE
McCormick & Associates, Inc.
Torrance, California
Building Inspection, Construction Defects
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Building Codes Compliance, ADA/FHA Compliance
Expert review of construction drawings and inspection of buildings for compliance with applicable codes, regulations and practice standards. Registered civil engineer and licensed general contractor in the State of California. Certified as a Plans Examiner and Building Official by the International Code Council.
Specialized knowledge in accessibility design and construction requirements mandated under the Federal Fair Housing Act, Americans with Disabilities Act and California Building Code. Licensed as a Certified Access Specialist (CASp) by the California Division of the State Architect.
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Stephen George
Landscape Design and Construction Defects Expert
Landscapes West
San Diego, California
Construction Defects, Landscape Design
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landscape standards, construction defects, landscape design, irrigation, landscape construction, water intrusion, personal injury, arboriculture, property line dispute, landscape standard of care & standard for the industry, lighting, maintenance practices, cost to cure, masonry, concrete, drainage, industry standards
California Landscape Contractor - Lic. #389976 &
#961442
Certified Segmented Retaining Wall Installer - CSRW1
Certified Concrete Paver Installer
ICPI Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute
Specialist Course - Permeable Paver Installation
ICPI Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute
MWEL Mastering Water Efficient Landscapes
CLCA California Landscape Contractors Association &
The Metropolitan Water District
Belgard Hardscapes
Belgard Authorized Contractor Certificate of Authenticity
Memberships:
CLCA California Landscape Contractors Assoc.
IR Irrigation Association
ISA International Society of Arboriculture
CNHA National Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association
PTCA Professional Tree Care Association of San Diego
Awards:
California Landscape Contractors Association
Residential Design & Build
Residential Landscape Construction
Commercial Design & Build
Comme...
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Kier G Cotton
Construction Defect Expert Witness
KORE Consulting Group LLC
Santa Maria, California
Construction, Construction Defects
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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, Fire
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...
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Paul M Vanni
Construction Defects Expert Witness
Vanni and Associates, Inc
RIVERSIDE, California
Construction Defects, Construction Defects
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Roofing, Waterproofing, Deck coating
Paul Vanni is a building-envelope and waterproofing consultant with over 40 years of experience in the investigation, evaluation, and remediation of water intrusion, waterproofing failures, and building-envelope defects in multi-family, commercial, and institutional buildings.
Mr. Vanni specializes in forensic investigation of moisture intrusion, including destructive and non-destructive testing, ASTM water testing, review of construction documents and detailing, and evaluation of waterproofing systems such as podium decks, balconies, elevated walkways, plaza decks, roofing assemblies, and below-grade and between-slab waterproofing. His work frequently involves identifying installation deficiencies, detailing errors, material incompatibilities, and long-term performance issues affecting building-envelope systems.
He routinely assists attorneys, owners, homeowners associations, property managers, and insurers with causation analysis, evaluation of compliance with industry standards...
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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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Shawn Elihu, P.E.
40+ years HVAC & Plumbing Engineer & Contractor
A.L.M. Consulting Engineers, Inc - PROVIDING EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES
San Diego County, California
HVAC, Plumbing
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HVAC, Mechanical Expert Witness, Contractor, Construction Plan Review, Plumbing, Forensic Mechanical Engineering Services, Forensic Engineering Investigations, Construction Defects, Construction Expert, Spec Writing, Testimony, Professional Engineer, LICENSED IN MANY STATES, Slip & Fall claims due to HVAC & Plumbing Systems
OUR TEAM PROVIDES EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES WITH LICENSED ARCHITECTS, LICENSED CONTRACTORS AND LICENSED MECHANICAL ENGINEERS THAT ARE LICENSED IN MANY STATES, TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
A.L.M. Consulting Engineers is a professional, full-service mechanical engineering and construction management firm. Since 1993, we have successfully completed over 1,500 projects across a broad range of markets.
Our team specializes in architectural and mechanical engineering services for construction and product litigation cases involving all types of structures, water leaks, H.V.A.C., plumbing, piping, Title 24 energy analysis and commissioning services. Analysis of ADA accessibility compliance. Analysis of water intrusion and moisture related damage - including slip and fall claims.
Our team consists of licensed architects, mechanical engineers and licensed contractors with classifications “A” – General En...
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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
Dr. Abdelhamid has been designated as an expert witness for many litigated cases. Dr. 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 v...
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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
Barry Taheri is the founder and Principal of California Consultants and is recognized as one of the most sought-after expert witnesses in the fields of Building Science, Building Enclosure, and Waterproofing Systems.
With over 24 years of industry experience, Barry and his firm have played a critical role in the success of more than 80 litigation support cases, 100 new construction projects, and 200 forensic investigations. His expertise spans over 5,000 completed forensic projects, and he is a designated industry expert for the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB). Barry also holds active general contractor licenses in multiple states and maintains several system and manufacturer certifications relevant to the industry.
California Consultants was a key contributor in the largest construction defect rescission case in North America. The firm has a proven track record of successfully negotiating and facilitating favorable case settlements.
As a full-service, turnkey o...
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Joe Holasek, AIA
Licensed Architect 40+ years experience
A.L.M. Consulting Engineers, Inc - PROVIDING EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES
San Diego County, California
HVAC, Plumbing
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Architect, Architectural Design & Construction, Expert Witness, Construction Expert, Forensic Investigations, CBC/IBC code analysis, ADA Compliance, Construction Defects, Slip & Fall claims, Water Intrusion, Trip-Hazard Matters, Architectural Standards of Care, Waterproofing Failures, Site Evaluation, Feasibility Analysis
OUR TEAM PROVIDES EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES WITH LICENSED ARCHITECTS, LICENSED CONTRACTORS AND LICENSED MECHANICAL ENGINEERS THAT ARE LICENSED IN MANY STATES, TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
A.L.M. Consulting Engineers is a professional, full-service mechanical engineering and construction management firm. Since 1993, we have successfully completed over 1,500 projects across a broad range of markets.
Our team specializes in architectural and mechanical engineering services for construction and product litigation cases involving all types of structures, water leaks, H.V.A.C., plumbing, piping, Title 24 energy analysis and commissioning services. Analysis of ADA accessibility compliance. Analysis of water intrusion and moisture related damage - including slip and fall claims.
Our team consists of licensed architects, mechanical engineers and licensed contractors with classifications “A” – General En...
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Marty D Wilson
Construction & Related Issues Expert
MDW Group, Inc
San Francisco, California
Construction, Construction Defects
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Contract Compliance, Scope of Work, Cost Analysis, Change Orders, Constructability, Punch Lists, Schedule Delays, Project Administration, Personal Injury, Permit Inspection, GC Termination, Architecture, A&E MEP Engineering Design, Specifications, Industry Standard Practices, Lease Work Letters, Lease Restoration Disputes
Marty Wilson founded and managed a Commercial Construction Company operating in San Francisco (where he built projects in 130+ Buildings, and his company earned annual Top 25 Contractor Listings in the SF Business Times), the Greater Bay Area, Sacramento, and four states.
Mr. Wilson offers 45+ Years of Experience and Expertise in the following Construction Categories:
• Structural and Seismic Rehabs, Shell and Core, Base Building, Tenant Improvements,
• Prelim Design Drawing Plan Checking & Review, Constructability Analysis, Value Engineering,
• Conceptual Estimating and Budgeting,
• Bid Solicitations, Contractor Prequalification, Union and Non-Union Considerations,
• Plans & Spec Hard Cost Bidding,
• Build To Suit & Design Build,
• Bid Comparisons, Leveling and Analysis,
• Lump Sum, Cost Plus, Time and Material, GMP, Procedures, Requirements,
• Contract Documentation, Forms, Details, Exhibits, and Assembly,
• Subcontract Documentation, Forms, and Assembly,
• Project Commencement...
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Mark "Jake" Jacobson
Construction Defect & Standard of Care Expert
The Expert Construction Witness, LLC
Fruita, Colorado
Construction, Construction Defects
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Residential, Standard of Care, Building Codes, Workmanship, Plumbing, Commercial, Roofing & Stucco, Plan Reviews, Project Documents & Costs, Electrical, Water Intrusion, Facilities Management, Site Evals, Framing, Litigation Support, Concrete, Site Inspections, Product Evals, Mechanical, Insurance
Mark “Jake” Jacobson
Building Inspector
Building Official
Construction Expert Witness
Consultant
Facilities Manager
General Contractor
Pre-Purchase Inspector
Project Manager
Project Superintendent
Mark “Jake” Jacobson serves as a construction expert witness and consultant in matters involving construction defects, delays, cost overruns, project management issues, and standard-of-care concerns. He works with attorneys and their clients throughout Colorado, Utah and surrounding states.
He brings over 30 years of experience in construction, construction management, facilities management, and business management. His background includes roles as a building inspector, building official, jobsite superintendent, facilities manager, general contractor, and construction consultant/analyst. This breadth of experience provides a practical, experience-based perspective on construction practices, building codes, and the applicable standard of care.
His work includes residential new construct...
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Michael Fiebig, RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, CFPS, CEP
Fiebig Architecture
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Construction Defects, Premises Liability
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Architecture, Construction, Construction Defect, Fire Protection, Fire Suppression, Fire-Resistive Assemblies, Residential Construction, Commercial Construction, Building Codes, Premises Liability, Slip & Fall, Trip & Fall
Registered architect with NCARB certificate in twenty states (licensed in more states than are listed in this directory), with an active design and forensic practice. As a forensic architect, his experience includes among other things, performing analysis of standard of care in building design and construction projects; performing analyses of building systems including roofing systems, window and door systems, exterior wall cladding systems, waterproofing and foundation systems, with a specialization in fire-resistive assemblies and active fire-protection systems. His experience includes premises liability investigation and analysis of accident sites relating to the built environment, both indoors and outdoors. As a design architect, his practice includes traditional architectural practice including building design, building code analysis & application, and services during construction.
Michael is a Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), credentialed under the authority of th...
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Steve Kocher, PE, LEED AP, EXW
Civil Engineering Expert Witness
Harris Kocher Smith
Denver, Colorado
Civil Engineering
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Civil Infrastructure, Grading, Accessibility, Drainage, Flood Control, Storm Sewer, Water System, Sanitary Sewer, Erosion Control, Development, Transportation, Roadway Design, Construction Defects, Residential, Commercial, Senior Housing, Student Housing, Utilities, Handicap
Steve Kocher is the President and co-founder of Harris Kocher Smith and also serves as Principal-in-Charge and Project Manager for the firm’s private and public clients. Mr. Kocher has designed and managed civil engineering projects since 1993.
Mr. Kocher has designed, or managed the design, of civil infrastructure, grading, and drainage for numerous residential projects, totaling over 10,000 multi-family, single-family, student housing, and senior living dwelling units. Mr. Kocher has also managed and designed projects for many state and local governments and agencies, including Colorado Department of Transportation; National Conference of State Legislatures; Colorado Springs; Douglas County; Kansas Department of Transportation; Castle Pines Metropolitan District; City and County of Denver; Highlands Ranch Metro District; Centennial Water & Sanitation District; Denver Public Schools; and Colorado School of Mines.
Mr. Kocher’s specific expertise includes site grading, handic...
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Christopher Heese
Comprehensive Analyst for Construction Issues
Heese Consulting
Colorado
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Management CM, General Contractor GC, Construction Delays, Construction Claims Disputes, Critical Path Schedule, Preconstruction Estimating, Site Planning & Logistics, Scope of Work Analysis, Construction Costs, Change Orders, Subcontractor, Contract Default, Standard of Care
Construction expert with over 30 years of experience in the industry managing projects in multiple U.S. states and internationally as a developer, general contractor, and subcontractor. Industry positions in the field, project management, risk management, and currently as an executive.
Accomplished in corporate and project risk management & mitigation utilizing a variety of contract formats including design-build, design-assist, CM-at-Risk, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), and lump sum.
Experience in mediation, deposition, and testimony at trial.
Comprehensive, organized, professional analyst with firsthand knowledge in construction disputes, construction defects, subcontractor defaults, and industry standard practices.
I will provide you with fact-based reporting with clearly stated opinions.
I can help you understand how a variety of information (some of which may be ambiguous) may apply to a central issue, and how decisions made early in a project can have a domino effect...
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Christopher S. Debski
Construction With An Emphasis In Building Envelope
S.W.Debs, LLC
North Grosvenordale, Connecticut
Construction, Construction Defects
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Building Envelope Systems, Roofs, Walls, Foundations, Windows, Doors
SW Debs, LLC is a trusted and experienced real estate and construction consulting firm based in North Grosvenordale, CT. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, we provide tailored solutions to help our clients succeed.
Our team of experts combines extensive knowledge with innovative strategies to deliver exceptional results. Whether you need guidance on real estate investments or assistance with construction project management, we are here to support you every step of the way. Partner with SW Debs, LLC and let us help you navigate the complexities of the real estate and construction industry.
Our expertise consists of real estate consulting, construction consulting, market research analysis. project management, due diligence services & feasibility studies.
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Fred B. Lott, AIA, ARA, CSI
Fred Lott Architect
Westport, Connecticut
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architect & Engineer Negligence, Construction Defects, Fraudulent Change Orders, Construction License Agreement, Antitrust Complaint, Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Warehouse Thermal Comfort, Bid Steering, Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards
Various Types of Legal Matters that Have Benefited from Fred’s Involvement:
Architect & Engineer Negligence, Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, Failure to Tender Payments Due & Owing for Contract Work Performed,
Fraudulent Change Orders, Faulty Movie & Sound Recording Studios Construction, Faulty Sound Attenuation & Faulty Soundproofing,
Misappropriation of Trade Secrets, Roofing Failure & Related Building Damages, Industrial Climate Control Engineering, Thermal Comfort, & Labor Law,
Aiding & Abetting Fiduciary Duties, Labor Union Disputes, Fraud, Bribery of a Public Official, Criminal Coercion, Construction Defects,
Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Adversary Breach of Contract, Unjust Enrichment, Antitrust Complaint - Sherman Antitrust Act,
Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards, Quantum Meruit, Defamation Per Se, Responsibility for Failure to Maintain a Building,
Fraudulent C...
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Craig L Moskowitz, PE, MBA, MS
CLM Engineering Associates, LLC
Stamford, Connecticut
Premises Liability, Construction Defects
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OSHA, construction, slips/trips/falls, storm damage, water intrusion, roofing systems, warranty inspections, civil engineering, structural engineering, building collapse, property condition assessment, building codes, forensic engineering, engineering expert, construction accidents, personal injury
Since 2010, the President and Managing Member of CLM Engineering Associates, LLC, which concentrates its focus on forensic engineering/expert witness work for the insurance industry and legal community. In addition, we offer construction management, civil engineering and building inspection services.
Prior experience includes extensive construction management work on both commercial and residential projects. Performed safety inspections on both civilian and military projects through application of OSHA regulations. Designed drainage systems for the government while an officer with the United States military. Cost estimating for various projects exceeding $500 million. Design document creation and management of high-rise construction in Manhattan. marketplace. Management of telecommunications projects for Verizon in Manhattan including CPM schedule creation and updating.
Directed and managed all water distribution system and sewer system work while working as a contractor to th...
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Frederick C Anderson, PE
Advantec Engineering LLC
Avon, Connecticut
Failure Analysis, Products Liability
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Metallurgy, Materials Science, Forensic Engineering, Corrosion, Fatigue, Fracture, Pipe/Tube/PEX/CPVC, Valve, Bolt, Coupling, Boiler, Power Plant, Quality, Weld, Aerial Lift, Hoist, Wire Rope, Fire Protection, Plumbing, Construction Defects
Mr. Anderson is the founder of Advantec Engineering LLC and provides expert consultation, laboratory testing and analysis, and litigation support regarding materials failure analysis, forensic engineering investigations, corrosion, and structural analysis. He has more than forty five years of professional engineering experience.
Mr. Anderson has provided engineering support and/or testimony for cases involving product liability, industrial accidents and equipment failures, commercial and residential accidents and equipment failures, bridge structures, and aircraft, marine, and vehicle accidents. He has also provided expert testimony and/or litigation support in cases involving flow accelerated corrosion, stress corrosion, corrosion fatigue, pitting, weld defects, and fitness for service of large industrial components, commercial products, and consumer products. Mr. Anderson is especially skillful at translating highly complex and technical information into something understandabl...
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Robert Hession
Construction Expert | Cost & Claims Analysis
RFH Partners, LLC
New Canaan, Connecticut
Construction, Construction Defects
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Cost to Complete Analysis, Change Order Analysis, Project Execution Failure Analysis, Construction Cost Overruns, Construction Delay & Schedule Impact Analysis, Contractor Billing & Payment Appl, Construction Claims & Dispute Support, Project Execution Failure Analysis, Construction Management Standard of Care
Robert Hession is a construction expert witness with more than 30 years of experience in commercial construction, capital project delivery, and construction risk advisory. His background combines executive leadership with hands-on project execution, providing a practical, real-world perspective in dispute matters.
Mr. Hession is the Principal of RFH Partners, a construction advisory and expert consulting firm focused on construction claims analysis, cost-to-complete evaluation, contractor billing and payment application review, change order exposure, and construction management standard of care. His work involves detailed analysis of project documentation, including contracts, schedules, payment applications, change orders, and cost records, to assess financial exposure and project performance.
Prior to founding RFH Partners, Mr. Hession served as Executive Vice President at J.A. Jennings, where he was responsible for leading complex commercial and institutional construction proje...
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David R. Mullaney, Esq.
D. R. Mullaney P.C.
Connecticut
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Delays, Construction Breach Of Contract, Substandard Workmanship, Architectural Negligence, Design-Engineering Defects, Cost Dispute Analysis & Reconciliation, Building Inspection, Risk Management, Schedule Delay Responsibility, Job Site Failures
David R. Mullaney, Esq. is a detail-oriented licensed Attorney At Law and Construction Expert with 2 plus decades of experience in all facets of the low to mid rise construction industry where his former firm constructed numerous new buildings and building additions from institutional academic buildings to athletic centers, theatrical venues, and numerous academic residential housing developments. Having founded and served for 24 years as CEO of Mullaney Corporation, former Construction Manager's at Risk, Mr. Mullaney understands the vertical construction business, and particularly the demands of private clients, including the unwavering and unrelenting August and December building completion dates for private school client services, notwithstanding labor shortages, strikes, weather, material supply issues, and design documents issues and conflicts between the multiple design disciplines.
Serving New England and New York, his company constructed on average 11 major building proj...
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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, code compliance
Mr. 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 25 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. Furlong provides services in the ...
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Shauna Serafini, RWC, REWC, FMPC
Building Envelope & Construction Defects Expert
GCI Consultants
Jupiter, Florida
Construction Defects, Building Inspection
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Building Envelope, Water Infiltration, Forensic Investigation, Quality Assurance, Design Review, Construction Management, Expert Testimony, Glazing Systems, Waterproofing, Fenestration, Facade Systems, New Construction, Commercial Structures, Institutional Facilities, Moisture Control, Water Leakage
Shauna Serafini, RWC, FMPC, is a Senior Consultant and Expert Witness at GCI Consultants with decades of experience in building envelope consulting. She specializes in exterior glazing, wall systems, and waterproofing, focusing on design, installation, water infiltration resistance, and performance assessment.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Florida Atlantic University
- Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) by IIBEC
- Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) by IIBEC
- Fenestration Master (FMPC) accredited by FGIA
- Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP) from AEE
- LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) from USGBC
- Level 1 Certified Thermographer by The Snell Group
Professional Experience:
- 2022-Present: Senior Consultant and Principal, GCI Consultants
- 2017-2022: Senior Consultant and Project Manager, GCI Consultants
- 2013-2017: Consultant and Project Manager, GCI Consultants
- 2009-2013: Forensic Investigator, Glazing Consulta...
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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
Christopher Matthews is a highly experienced building envelope consultant with over 40 years of expertise in exterior glazing and wall systems. As President and Principal Consultant at GCI Consultants since 2002, he specializes in design, installation, water infiltration resistance, performance assessment, and hurricane readiness of building envelope systems.
Key Qualifications:
- Extensive consulting experience with owners, architects, engineers, insurers, and builders on hundreds of projects across 45 U.S. states, North America, and the Caribbean.
- 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.
Professional Experience:
- 2002-Present: GCI Consultants - President and Principal Consultant
- 1985...
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Clinton J. Ford, M. Sc. ACA, CGC, CIE, CMR, CRMI
Premises Liability Expert Witness
Advanced Building Consultants
Alachua, Florida
Construction, Premises Liability
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Appraisal & Valuation, Arbitration, Building Inspection, Construction, Construction Defects, Environmental, Indoor Air Quality, Mold, OSHA, Premises Liability, Safety, Slip, Mediation, Building Codes, Codes, Trip, Fall, Stairs, Floors, Railings
Clinton J. Ford M.S… is the President and founder of Advanced Building Consultants. He is a recognized expert in all forms of Premise Liability (including Walkway Safety analysis & Tribometry), Construction, and Environmental issues. Mr. Ford has over three decades of construction experience on projects ranging from $5,000 to $50,000,000 and has spent over thirty (30) years providing construction consulting and expert witness services to the legal industry. Ford’s exemplary casework displays his investigative prowess in a vast variety of claim topics. Using up-to-date technology combined with his elite knowledge of building codes, standards, and statutes, Ford is consistently able to present analysis and witnessing that can be described as nothing but expert.
Mr. Ford offers attorneys consulting and litigation support assistance in Building Construction / Environmental Claims that have resulted in property damage, personal injury, and/or wrongful death. Advanced Building Consult...
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Andrew Schrader
Construction Defects Expert Witness - Engineer
Recon Response Engineering LLC
St Petersburg, Florida
Construction Defects, Structural Engineering
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Building Envelope, Building Code, Forensic Engineering, Concrete, Stucco, Geotechnical, Masonry, Flatwork, Asphalt Paving, Exterior Cladding, Siding, OSHA - Construction Safety, Milestone Inspections, Roofing, Structural Collapse, Wind Storm Damage, Painting, Waterproofing, Water Intrusion, Condominiums
Andrew Schrader is a Florida Board-recognized Structural Engineer, Special Inspector and Certified General Contractor.
His background encompasses working as a consulting engineer on building envelope, construction defect and forensic engineering projects. He also serves the State of Florida as a First Responder and engineering advisor for its Urban Search and Rescue Task Force. His 20+ year career includes work on buildings made of structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, stucco/EIFS over wood frame, and re-roofing.
He has guest-lectured at the University of South Florida's College of Engineering, the New York State Department of Homeland Security, and FDIC International (Fire Department Instructor's Conference). Andrew has been deployed by the State of Florida for search and rescue operations for six separate hurricane events as well as the Champlain Tower (Surfside) condominium building collapse.
While earning his Master’s degree at the University of South Florida, Mr...
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Troy Willingham, registered architect
47+ year architect+owners rep w 2 masters degrees
Willingham Architecture: design, consulting, management
St. Petersburg, Florida
Premises Liability, Architecture
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Slip and Fall, Premises Liability, Trip Hazard, Stairway Code Compliance, ADA Accessibility, Building Codes, Construction Defect, Design Defect, Forensic Architect, Standard of Care, Water Intrusion, Roof Leak, Lighting Safety, Premises Safety, Handrail Guardrail, Building Envelope, Plans and Specification, Construction Defects, OSHA
EXPERT WITNESS FOR PERSONAL INJURY & CONSTRUCTION DEFECT CASES
47+ Years in architecture, engineering, project management, and forensic analysis.
Retained by attorneys nationwide for premises liability, slip/trip/fall, building code violations, and construction defect litigation.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE (Search-Optimized)
Premises Liability / Personal Injury – Slip, trip & fall hazards, flooring slip resistance, stair/handrail code compliance, lighting & visibility safety, ADA accessibility, egress route compliance
Construction Defects – Building envelope failures, water intrusion, roofing/wall waterproofing defects, workmanship quality, design defect & standard of care analysis
Building Code Violations – IBC, IRC, Florida Building Code, ADA, OSHA, AHCA compliance reviews
Plans & Specifications Review – Accuracy, completeness, and code adherence
Delay & Cost Overruns – Contract compliance & AIA standard interpretation
SERVICES FOR ATTORNEYS
Forensic Site Inspections – On-site evalu...
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Sanford Kaminsky, AIA, NCARB
Construction Defects Testifying Architect
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
With over four decades of experience in architecture, construction, and litigation support, I am a Nationally Board-Certified Architect and a proud American Institute of Architects (AIA) member. My portfolio encompasses multi-billion-dollar projects worldwide—including retail, office, hotel, institutional, aerospace, and mixed-use developments—covering every facet of architectural practice, from design and construction to defect mitigation and resolution of class-action claims.
My expertise extends to Luxury Condominium litigation and Casino Gaming Hospitality, where I have provided specialized insights into the unique challenges associated with high-profile, complex developments. These include addressing construction defects, water intrusion, and operational compliance for large-scale residential and hospitality environments.
As an expert witness, I have supported plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes construction defect litigation. My services include field investigations, wa...
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Selim Cerci, PE
Forensic Civil & Structural Engineering Expert
Cerci Consulting Engineers, inc.
Lake Worth, Florida
Engineering, Structural Engineering
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Forensic engineering, Construction defects, Slip and fall, Hurricane damage, Cause & origin, Expert witness, Roof failure, Cast iron drain line, Drone inspections, Trial and deposition testimony, Water intrusion, Settlement cracks, Desk review, Structural failure, Insurance litigation, Hail damage, Ceramic and Porcelain tile
Selim Cerci, P.E., is a licensed Professional Engineer in Florida with extensive experience in forensic civil and structural engineering. He has performed over a thousand inspections involving roof systems (shingle, tile, metal, and flat roofs), structural components, building envelopes, wind and hail damage, hurricane-related losses, water intrusion, fire-related damage to building components, ceramic and porcelain tile failures, pool decks, cast iron drain line systems, construction defects, structural failures, and foundation or slab settlement. His forensic services include condition assessment, cause-and-origin analysis, and evaluation of slip, trip, and fall conditions involving walking surfaces, stairs, landings, and exterior pavements. Mr. Cerci has provided expert analysis and testimony in state court matters involving insurance litigation, construction defects, hurricane and storm damage, and property loss claims. His experience includes numerous depositions and trial test...
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Hossein Mosavi, PhD, PE
Construction Defects Expert, Concrete & Corrosion
Argos Advisory & Forensics
Miami, Florida
Construction Defects, Property Damage
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corrosion assessment, structural forensics, Building envelope, half-cell potential, chloride ingress, construction defects, moisture intrusion, structural deterioration, post-tensioned concrete, Stucco, Materials, Testing, failure analysis, concrete diagnostics, Sliding glass door (SGS) and windows, Balcony, Cracking, Roof
Dr. Hossein Mosavi, PhD, PE, is a licensed forensic structural engineer and corrosion specialist with 15 years of experience in structural failure analysis, concrete diagnostics, building envelope investigation, and construction defect litigation support. He holds a PhD from the University of Florida and operates out of Argos' Coral Gables, Florida office, serving clients across the United States and internationally.
Dr. Mosavi has conducted forensic investigations on high-rise residential and commercial structures across the continental United States, as well as international projects in South America and Caribbean. His experience spans luxury condominium towers, mixed-use developments, waterfront structures, and infrastructure assets in coastal and tropical environments — settings where accelerated corrosion, humidity-driven deterioration, and complex envelope failures are especially prevalent.
Areas of Expertise:
Building Envelope — stucco systems, exterior cladding, window and...
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Amin Terouhid, Ph.D., PE, PMP, CFE
Scheduling, defect, safety, damages,& fraud expert
Adroit Consultants, LLC
Florida
Construction Defects, OSHA
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Civil Engineering, industrial engineering, forensic schedule and delay analysis, construction safety, slip and fall, construction injury, personal injury, standard of care, fraud, construction inspection, loss of productivity, critical path method (CPM), OSHA, damages expert, damages analysis, trip and fall, CPM, scheduling, Delay
Dr. Amin Terouhid is a Principal Consultant with Adroit Consultants, LLC. He leads a vibrant consulting practice on construction claim matters especially in the areas of delay analysis, loss of productivity, claims for changes, construction defects, construction fraud, defects, and injury cases. With extensive experience working on several large and mega construction projects internationally and throughout the United States, he is a recognized expert in preparing and investigating construction claims.
Served numerous times as an expert witness in trial, testimony, and deposition.
Licenses
• Examined and certified as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Examined and certified by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Examined and certified by Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Examined and certified by the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE International) as a Planning and S...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Florida
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Michael Fiebig, RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, CFPS, CEP
Fiebig Architecture
Florida
Construction Defects, Premises Liability
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Architecture, Construction, Construction Defect, Fire Protection, Fire Suppression, Fire-Resistive Assemblies, Residential Construction, Commercial Construction, Building Codes, Premises Liability, Slip & Fall, Trip & Fall
Registered architect with NCARB certificate in twenty states (licensed in more states than are listed in this directory), with an active design and forensic practice. As a forensic architect, his experience includes among other things, performing analysis of standard of care in building design and construction projects; performing analyses of building systems including roofing systems, window and door systems, exterior wall cladding systems, waterproofing and foundation systems, with a specialization in fire-resistive assemblies and active fire-protection systems. His experience includes premises liability investigation and analysis of accident sites relating to the built environment, both indoors and outdoors. As a design architect, his practice includes traditional architectural practice including building design, building code analysis & application, and services during construction.
Michael is a Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), credentialed under the authority of th...
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Brian P Herbert, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Over 30 years Experience
GHA Architects
Deerfield beach, Florida
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Standard of Care, Architecture, Water Infiltration, Building Envelope, Entitlements, Planning, Zoning, Accessibility ADA, Trip and Fall, Constuction Defects
Brian P. Herbert, AIA, ID, LEED AP is CEO of Gallo Herbert Architects, an architecture, construction and development consulting company. He serves as the Architect of Record for all projects produced by the firm, and is responsible for all design and project production and contract administration operations of the firms. Professionally, Mr. Herbert coordinates all government processing of site approvals and provides consulting services for dispute resolution and analysis.
Mr. Herbert is unique in the architecture business. His training includes architecture and planning with substantial experience in construction administration. He holds Bachelors of Architecture Degree, a State of Florida License in Architecture, and a State of Florida License in Interior Design and is a LEED Accredited Professional.
During his professional career, Mr. Herbert has performed numerous noteworthy projects and received recognition for architecture and interior design. Key Florida projects t...
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Mark S Densmore, P.E., S.I., DFE, FRSE, MLE
Forensic Engineering & Construction Defect Expert
MSD Engineering, LLC
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Construction Defects, Structural Engineering
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Forensic Consultant, Forensic Engineer, Forensic Structural Engineeer, Construction Defect Expert, Roofing Expert, Structural Engiineering Expert, Building Envelope, Moisture Intrusion, Structural Repairs, Florida Building Code, Hail Damage, Wind Damage, Hurricane Damage, Building Inspections, Windows & Doors
Mark S. Densmore is a Board-Certified Diplomate in Forensic Engineering (DFE) and a Florida-Recognized Structural Engineer (FRSE) with over 30 years of specialized expertise in structural engineering and construction defect analysis. As the founder of MSD Engineering, LLC, he provides expert testimony and litigation-ready reporting for residential and commercial disputes, with a focus on structural failures, roofing systems, and complex building envelope deficiencies. A Florida-licensed Special Inspector (S.I.) of Threshold Buildings and Model Law Engineer (MLE), Mr. Densmore is distinguised by his ability to distill engineering/technical data into clear, objective, and defensible findings. While a Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensed in 12 states, he focuses his practice in Florida, providing the technical authority and credible documentation essential by both Plaintiffs and Defendants to resolve construction defect legal and insurance matters.
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Brice R Miller, CGC, LEED AP
Construction Defects Expert Witness
Miller Building Group
Gainesville, Florida
Construction Defects, Construction
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Moisture Intrusion, Stucco, Fiber Cement Siding, Brick, Roofing, Building Envelope, Windows, Asphalt, Building Codes, Paint, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection, FL Statute 558, FL Statute 553, Turnovers, ASTM, AAMA, FGIA, Spray Testing
Brice Miller is President of Miller Building Group, an engineering firm providing expert services and opinions to the legal and insurance industries. Mr. Miller has consulted on more than 6,000 matters, including high-rise and commercial claims, as well as single-family residential disputes. His expertise centers on building envelope failures, with extensive experience across a wide range of construction types and issues.
Mr. Miller has a strong track record of helping resolve complex disputes prior to trial or arbitration, and he has also testified in trials and final hearings. He has developed rigorous protocols and procedures to ensure his expert opinions are defensible under deposition and cross-examination. His team includes full-time engineering technicians trained and certified in building envelope inspection and related disciplines, supported by a professional staff that ensures the timely delivery of accurate, high-quality reports.
Miller Building Group is known for its u...
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Scott S Mulholland, CGC BEC CMR CMA CIEC
Top Forensic Investigator, Building Science
US Building Consultants Inc.
Reddick, Florida
Construction Defects, Mold
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Forensic Investigations, Water intrusion, Moisture Damage, Building Envelope, Waterproofing and Systems, Building Science, Material testing, Inspection reporting, Remediation and Repairs, Costs Analysis, Environmental Analysis, Moisture Engineering, Mechanical balancing, IAQ and Building Envelope, Microbial testing, Construction
Scott “Spiderman” Mulholland CGC BEC CMR CMA CIEC Principal/CEO
Areas of Expertise:
• Quality control and inspections for construction
• Building science, moisture engineering, and forensic analysis
• Construction failures, dispute resolution, and restoration
• Waterproofing, design, and restoration programs
• Environmental investigations and mold remediation protocols
• Building envelope commissioning and construction plans review
• Expert witness research, reporting, and testimony
• Field and laboratory testing for construction materials
• Stucco, EIFS, masonry, concrete, wood, glass, and metal cladding systems
• Chinese drywall inspection and remediation
Licensing and Certifications:
• Florida State Certified General Contractor (#CGC1519110)
• Florida Licensed Mold Assessor (#MRSA1793)
• Florida Licensed Mold Remediation (#MRSR1916)
• Florida Licensed Home Inspector (#HI4479)
• Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant (#ACAC 0702026)
• Certified Moisture Intrus...
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John A Thomazin, PE, DFE, CXLT, ACTAR
Engineering Clarity for Unusual Cases
Áreté Forensics, PLLC
Oviedo, Florida
Mechanical Engineering, Accident Reconstruction
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Premises Liability, Safety, Slip Trip & Fall, Products Liability, HVAC, Equipment & Machinery, Bicycles, Plumbing, OSHA, Manufacturing, Property Damage, Agriculture Engineering, Construction Defects, Building Inspection, Elevators & Escalators, Swing Stage, Telehandler, Boom Lift, Cause & Origin, Horizontal Grinders
I am a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), ACTAR-accredited accident reconstructionist, and board-certified Diplomate Forensic Engineer (DFE) with over 30 years of experience in mechanical, civil, and structural analysis. I specialize in difficult and unusual cases where traditional engineering expertise may fall short. My work provides attorneys, insurers, and adjusters with clear, objective, and defensible opinions.
Mathematics serves as the universal language of engineering, enabling me to work seamlessly across civil, mechanical, and electrical domains. This versatility is uncommon among forensic engineers, who typically specialize in a narrow field. I apply mathematical principles to accident reconstruction, construction defect evaluations, machinery and product failures, premises liability, storm damage, and forensic assessments of mechanical and structural systems. Attorneys retain me for challenging cases involving complex systems or unique fact patterns because I can co...
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Curtis E Falany, PE
J.B. Shepherd & Co., Inc.
Plant City, Florida
Electrical Engineering, Construction Defects
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Electrical Contact, Shock, Electricity, Electrocution, Construction Defect, Construction Dispute, Fire of Electrical Origin, Explosion, Wildland Fire of Electrical Origin, Failure, Lightning, Electric Utility, Transmission, Distribution, Forensic Engineer, NESC, NEC
Curtis E. Falany has been a forensic electrical engineer and expert witness for more than twenty five years. Previously, he was the CEO of an electrical design-build firm and a principal in a consortium of companies serving the electrical, computer, and communications industries worldwide. He has served as a member of the Florida Electrical Contractors Licensing Board and as the author of the Hillsborough County Florida Electrical Code.
Curtis is Board Certified as a Forensic Engineer. He has assisted clients in the investigation and resolution of more than 600 cases in State and Federal Courts both in the US and overseas.
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James J. Cloud, CGC, CCC, CMC, CFC, CPC, CAM, BK, MSIRE
Construction Expert Witness | Florida Contractor
Cloud Design Build
Miami Beach, Florida
Construction, Property Damage
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Construction Expert Witness, Construction Defects, Standard of Care, Building Code Compliance, Contractor Licensing, Construction Claims, Construction Contracts, Change Orders, Property Damage, Water Intrusion, Building Envelope, Real Estate, Residential Construction, Commercial Construction, Permitting, Project Management
James J. Cloud is a Florida General Contractor, construction expert witness, and licensed real estate broker with over 20 years of experience across residential, commercial, and large-scale development projects. His work focuses on evaluating construction practices, identifying failures, and determining how those conditions impact property performance, building code compliance, and real estate transactions.
His experience spans South Florida, Southwest Florida, and throughout Florida, including major developments across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. He provides expert analysis, consulting, written reports, and testimony in matters involving construction defects, contractor standard of care, building code compliance, contractor licensing, construction claims, and property damage disputes.
Mr. Cloud also evaluates construction and real estate-related issues tied to property transactions, including latent defects, disclosure-related matters, and post-sale defect claim...
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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
Tracy Myers is an architect and general contractor with 34 years of broad experience in architectural design, project management, property condition evaluation, construction administration, general construction, forensics, and property loss consulting. 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 fore...
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John R Medina
Construction Defects Expert Witness
Miami Curtain Wall Consultants
Miami, Florida
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Forensic Architect, Exterior Wall Cladding/Glazing, Roofing, Fenestration, ADA Consulting Slip and Fall, Certified Field Water and Flood Tests (AAMA & ASTM), Concrete Restoration, Building Code Compliance, Building Envelope, Architectural Mediation, Below Grade Waterproofing, Above Grade Waterproofing, Cladding, Railings
John Medina is experienced in construction defect litigation and expert witness services for plaintiff and defense attorneys. He is a registered architect with NCARB certificates in 10 states. Currently serves as owner/principal of Miami Curtain Wall Consultants with an active design and forensic architecture practice. John Medina is a highly experienced expert who has written reports in more than 160 construction cases and provided testimony in many mediations, arbitrations and court appearances. He has analyzed all aspects of construction projects to support clients in resolving disputes and litigation. His knowledge and expertise in all aspects of glazing and waterproofing services on the exterior of building envelopes for New, Existing, Signature and High-Rise buildings is extensive and effective in resolving most construction disputes. Additional expert witness services for standard care of roofing and window wall design are available, as well as traditional architectural...
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Edward S. George
E & S Consulting, Inc.
Saint Augustine, Florida
Metallurgy, Failure Analysis
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Metallurgy, Products Liability, Coatings Inspection, Welding Inspection, Slip and Falls, Material Science, Forensic Engineering, Corrosion, Fatigue, Fractures, Bolt Failures, Weld Failures, Construction Defects
Professional Experience
Court qualified technical expert in criminal and civil court, deposition and trial experience. Extensive experience in the field of failure analysis involving a variety of products, components, and materials utilized in both industrial and consumer applications. Experience in inspection and failure analysis of building materials.
Proficient in microscopic analysis techniques and digital imagery. Proficient in destructive and non-destructive testing techniques and procedures in accordance with the applicable American Society of Testing Materials Standards. Direct experience in the field of materials thermal processing and procedures. Expert in material science, forensic engineering, corrosion, fatigue, fractures, bolt failures, weld failures andconstruction defects.
Professional Licenses
Registered Professional Engineer: P.E. #51375 Florida (1997- Present)
Certified Welding Inspector: C.W.I #07060051 (2007-Present)
Certified AMPP Coating Inspector Level...
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Michael C Head, PE
Structural Eng - Construction and personal injury
HEAD of Engineering, LLC
Florida
Construction Defects, Structural Engineering
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Building Construction, Building Envelope, Building Forensics, Concrete, Construction, Construction Accident, Foundations Building, High-rise Building Construction Analysis, Hurricane Damage, Parking Decks, Personal Injury Building, Structural Steel, Construction Contract Administration
Mr. Head has more than 40 years of structural engineering analysis, design and project/construction management experience throughout Saudi Arabia and the United States ranging from the design of new facilities, strengthening, renovation, retrofitting and repair of existing structures in the GMP, Design/Bid and Design/Bid/Build delivery method and conducting forensic investigations as an Expert Witness.
He has been primarily engaged in the design and construction of building structures. During that time he has seen the good and the bad, what works and what doesn't and has seen the design and the construction processes change dramatically.
Mr. Head is available to assist attorneys, insurance companies, contractors, architects, engineers, owners, developers and real estate professionals in determining the reasons that the structural systems failed or under-performed, how to efficiently return the facility to fulfill its intended function and the assessment of existing facilities for ...
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Paul Overton
Construction Defects Expert
Overton Engineering and Consulting
Doral, Florida
Construction Defects, Construction Engineering
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construction defects, general contractor, cost of completion, causation, MEP, cost of repair, roofing license, scope of work creation, licensed engineering, sufficiency of settlement, building assessment reportss, owners representative, structural engineering, 558 claims, destructive testing, expert testimony, civil engineering
Paul Overton is a Florida-licensed Certified General Contractor, licensed roofing contractor, and principal of a licensed engineering and construction consulting firm specializing in concrete restoration, waterproofing, structural repairs, and exterior façade rehabilitation for condominium and HOA communities. His practice focuses on forensic construction services, construction defect and insurance-related matters, complex building assessments, and owner’s representation throughout the State of Florida.
Mr. Overton brings nearly four decades of hands-on experience and has been directly involved in hundreds of destructive testing and forensic investigation assignments. His work includes 40- and 50-year recertifications, Milestone Inspections, Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS), and comprehensive building assessment reports. Services routinely include destructive testing execution and oversight, forensic documentation, code and standard-of-care analysis, repair scope develop...
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William J. Kirkham, P.E., S.E., Ph.D., F.SEI, M.ASCE
Civil&Structural Eng/Cladding/Defects, SEI Fellow
APT Engineering LLC
Spring Hill, Florida
Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
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Codes, Civil Engineering, Steel, Masonry, Failure, Corrosion, Seismic, Wind, Collapse, Prestressed Concrete, Post-tensioned Concrete, Facade, Cladding, Leaking, Leakage, Decay, Wood, Structural Engineering, Timber, Concrete
As an engineer, I am fascinated by complexity and understanding new and different situations. I love to talk about engineering and explaining engineering processes and principles to young engineers and lay persons is personal passion. Examining a structural failure brings out my inner researcher, and explaining the cause and physics to a jury or arbitration panel channels my teacher personality. I work as a forensic engineer with the intent of helping the legal industry understand engineering principles and to help citizens resolve their disputes justly.
I began professional practice at kpff in Portland, OR in 1998. In 2001, I was hired by DCI Engineers. In 2003, I started my own consulting engineering firm which I continue to operate. I have designed concrete, steel, masonry and wood structures, generally commercial, government or schools. About half of my work has been design of building facades or cladding systems. Seeking new challenges, I joined the faculty at the University o...
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VANESSA M MALONE, P.E., M.S.
Trusted, Trial-Ready Structural Engineer Expert
Preeminent Solutions, Inc.
SANFORD, Florida
Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
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Construction Defect Expert, Structural Engineer, Design Defect Expert, Structural Expert, Forensic Engineer, Water Damage, Structural Peer Review, Standard of Care Analysis, Structural Collapse, Building Envelope Failure, Standard of Cause, Origin and Cause, Damage Assessment, Roof Collapse, Foundation Damage, Hurricane Damage
Ms. Vanessa Malone, P.E., is the Owner and Founder of Preeminent Solutions, Inc, a forensic engineering and design engineering firm.
Malone is a licensed professional civil / structural engineer with almost 20 years’ experience in civil/structural design, forensics, and expert work. She is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, where she was one of the few female graduates to receive a Masters in Computational Mechanics.
Over the course of her career, Malone has led teams within a series of private firms in the design, analysis, forensic investigation, and seismic probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) of nuclear structures, aerospace structures, commercial structures, industrial towers, multi-storey buildings, and more. Key firms include Thornton Tomasetti, Westinghouse Electric, Jacobs Technology, Amentum, Southern Nuclear, Bechtel, General Electric, ANSYS, and more.
Likewise, over her nearly two (2) decades’ of experience, Malone has spearheaded analysis and design with sev...
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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
Jason Bondurant, PE, RRC, is a Senior Engineer at GCI Consultants, LLC, a leading building envelope consulting and engineering firm based in South Florida. 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.
Professional Qualifications:
- Licensed Professional Engineer in seven states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas
- Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) with the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC)
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida (2012)
Areas of Expertise:
- Forensic investigations of building envelope failures
- Development of repair plans and specifications
- Construction management services
- Quality assurance inspections
- Expert witness testimony
Professional Experience:
- 2019-Present: Senior Consultan...
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Christopher F. OBrien, AIA, ACHA, CCCA, CHID, NCARB
Multi State Architect Certified in Healthcare
CASE Forensic Services
Orlando, Florida
Architecture, Construction Defects
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ACHA, Healthcare, Licensed Architect, Texas, Iowa, AIA, CCCA, Florida, Michigan, Kansas, Architect, Healthcare Construction, Illinois, Indiana, Tennessee, Architect's Standard of Care, Construction Administration, Arizona, Colorado, Wisconsin
FORENSIC ARCHITECT: Chris has an accomplished background in interpreting the Architect’s Standard of Care and the Architect’s statutory responsibilities. Having actively practiced for over 40 years, he understands the requirements and responsibilities the Architect must meet to produce a quality set of Construction Documents and provide proper Construction Administration Services. Chris can render authoritative opinions on what a “reasonably prudent architect would do in the same general locale, in the same time frame, given the same or similar facts and circumstances”. Prior to joining CASE, Chris performed third-party forensic architectural services for single- and multi-family residences, condominiums, warehouses, and ambulatory surgical centers, addressing issues ranging from moisture intrusion and latent defects to contractual dispute resolution. Chris has provided project reports for both plaintiffs and defendants.
PROFESSIONAL: Mr. O’Brien has a broad range of project-speci...
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Chris Grundy, LEED AP
Construction Claims & Disputes Expert
Grundy Construction Management & Consulting LLC
Fort Myers, Florida
Construction, Construction Defects
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Contractual Disputes & Claims, Change Order & Cost Management Disputes, Unforeseen Conditions, Construction Defects, Procurement Irregularities, GMP Disputes, Delay & Disruption Analysis, Building Code Review, Construction Oversight Failures, Quality Control Failures
Construction management professional with over 40 years of experience across the United States, Canada, and South Africa, including senior roles with general contractors and nearly a decade of Owner’s Representative and advisory work. Project portfolio includes cultural, federal, educational, residential, and infrastructure developments valued up to $800 million.
Experienced in AIA contract frameworks (A102, A133, A201), GMP and CM/GC delivery models, federal procurement under FARs and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) protocols, and international contract forms including FIDIC. Technical expertise includes capital project budgeting, design coordination, change order review, pay application and contingency tracking, and project close-out processes.
Project experience includes energy-efficient and high-performance facilities incorporating LEED certification, geothermal systems, photovoltaic arrays, and Zero Energy design goals.
Advisory and dispute support experience includes a...
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William Latham
Construction Defects / Flooring Failures
A1-Advanced Inspections
Jensen Beach, Florida
Construction Defects, Failure Analysis
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Inspector/Consultant, Residential&Commercial, Interior&Exterior, Defects & Failure Analyses, All Flooring Materials, Shower Walls-Pans & Seats, Wood & Concrete Subfloor/Substrates, Moisture Intrusion, Expert Witness, Renovations, Property Damage Assessment, Building Forensics, Mitigation Consultation
William (Bill) Latham has more than 45 years of experience and accomplishments in the Construction and Flooring fields. In his experience, work agreements made between parties requires constant monitoring to ensure “Quality Workmanship” & “Industry Standards” are being performed. Unfortunately, often times work performed results in substandard work and/or failures within projects. Given his expertise and attention to detail, Bill specializes in Construction Defects/Building Forensics and Flooring Failure Analyses. He offers Clients/Commissioning Parties significant experience, expert knowledge, and a thorough understanding of the direct correlations between all the various interior and exterior Construction processes for both Residential & Commercial building.
Trained as a Carpenter’s Apprentice at a young age in the Northeast, Bill started out in the residential home construction and renovation market. Later, became a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners o...
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Scott Harvey-Lewis, PE, LEED AP
Building Mavens
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
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Building Inspection, construction, civil engineering, milestone inspections, structural integrity inspections, Building Enclosures, Exterior Walls and Cladding Systems, Waterproofing Systems, Roofing Systems, Water Intrusion Investigations
Mr. Harvey-Lewis has more than 19 years of experience providing structural engineering design, construction administration, and forensic services to public and private-sector clients on various projects. As a forensic engineer, Scott investigates structural failures, building construction defects, and code compliance on behalf of attorneys, owners, developers, and insurance companies. Scott’s design portfolio includes significant phases of project development, from conceptual design and plan preparation through construction and final inspection. His expertise includes building envelope systems, cast-in-place concrete, steel, masonry, and timber design for commercial and residential structures, telecommunication and educational facilities, marinas, industrial plants, warehouses, storage and containment, and land development.
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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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William Henry, PhD, NCARB
Experienced National Architect Expert Witness
RGA Design Forensics LLC
Tampa, Florida
Premises Liability, Construction Defects
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Accident Investigation, Building Codes, ADA, Accessibility, Slip Trip & Fall, Forensic, Architecture, Engineering, E&O, Errors and Omissions, Construction Defects, Premises Liability, Cruise Ship, Maintenance, Building Inspection, Insurance Claims, Disaster Recovery, Failure Analysis, Property Insurance, Accident Recreation
Dr. William Henry, AIA, NCARB
Lead Expert Witness | Forensic Architect | RGA Design Forensics | Tampa, FL
Dr. William Henry is a nationally recognized forensic architect and expert witness specializing in Premises Liability and Construction Defects. As Lead Expert Witness at RGA Design Forensics, Dr. Henry provides clear, defensible, and technically precise opinions that help attorneys establish causation, liability, and standard of care in complex Premises Liability and Construction Defects cases across more than 20 states. With 40+ years of architectural and forensic experience, Dr. Henry integrates building science, field investigation, and advanced technology to identify failures, evaluate safety compliance, and explain the root causes of Premises Liability and Construction Defects matters. His reports and testimony are concise, persuasive, and highly effective in deposition, mediation, arbitration, and trial.
Areas of Expertise
1. Premises Liability (Slip, Trip & Fall Incid...
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Jeffrey W Buckholz, PhD, P.E., PTOE
Buckholz Traffic
Jacksonville, Florida
Traffic Engineering, Construction Defects
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Traffic Signal, Trucks, Pedestrians, Crash, Traffic Accident, Work Zone, Roadway, Sight Distance
I have 44 years of hands-on technical experience in the traffic engineering field, running my own consulting firm for 34 of those years. I am a recognized national expert in traffic signal operation, timing, design, and construction and am also very proficient in pavement marking design, roadway signing, and work zone traffic control. However, I am not an accident reconstruction expert. I have participated in over 260 cases nationwide with many of these cases involving deposition and mediation testimony and a number of these cases going all the way to trial. I have given both live and videotaped testimony and have testified for both the plaintiff and the defense. It should be emphasized that I am a practicing engineer and that my expert testimony work constitutes only a portion of my engineering practice.
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Andrew Allocco, P.E.
FORENSIC CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT - EXPERT WITNESS
Indian River Construction Services, Inc.
Port Saint Lucie, Florida
Construction Defects, Construction Engineering
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Expert Witness, Forensic Consulting Engineer, Construction Litigation, Building Envelope, Roof, HVAC, Electric, Plumbing, Pool, Solar, Insurance Litigation Expert, Second Opinions, Legionella, Swimming Pool Electrocution, Cruise Ship Accidents, Slip & Fall, Litigation Support, Ship Accidents, Personal Injury, Marine Accidents
CURRENT LICENSES
State of Florida Licensed Professional Engineer PE 39381
State of Florida Certified General Contractor CGC 10724
State of Florida Certified General Contractor CGC 1530529
State of Florida Certified Mechanical Contractor CMC 11653
State of Florida Certified Mechanical Contractor CMC 1250919
State of Florida Certified Air Conditioning Contractor CMC 11653
State of Florida Certified Roofing Contractor CCC 12378
State of Florida Certified Roofing Contractor CCC 1333151
State of Florida Certified Pool Contractor CPC 16138
State of Florida Certified Electrical Contractor EC 00525
State of Florida Certified Electrical Contractor EC 13010885
State of Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor CFC 1425695
State of Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor CFC 1430841
State of Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor CFC 1430972
State of Florida Certified Solar Contractor CVC 57009
State of Florida Certified Mold Assessor MRSA 4173
State of Flor...
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Nicholas Strachan, PE
Electrical Engineering and Construction Defects
Vilano Engineering, LLC
Lake Worth, Florida
Electrical Engineering, Construction Defects
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Construction Defects of Electrical, Fire Alarms, Lighting, Telecommunications Systems in Commercial and Residential buildings, Condominiums, Laboratories, Museums, Office Towers, University Campuses
Nicholas Strachan is a licensed Professional Engineer (Electrical) in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, New York, and North Carolina, and a licensed Plans Examiner in Florida.
He has over 25 years of experience in engineering design and quality assurance inspections of electrical systems for construction projects in the US and abroad. These projects included commercial and residential structures, laboratories and higher educational facilities, museums and cultural facilities, and sports arenas. His technical knowledge and experience are predominantly focused on electrical, fire alarm, lighting, and telecommunication systems design in new and existing buildings.
Nicholas provides expert witness and litigation consulting services related to electrical failures, construction defects, and insurance claims. These services include:
- Technical Evaluations
- Documentation and Reporting
- Expert Testimony
Most recently, Nicholas testified at an evidentiary hearing at the Dade Co...
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Paul David Tucker, SE, PE, FRSE, DFE, CXLT
Construction, Premises Liability, and Storm Damage
ARETE Forensics, PLLC
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Structural Engineering, Premises Liability
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Construction Defects, Slip and Fall, Trip and Fall, Trusses, OSHA Violation, Metal Building, Construction Accidents, Construction Failures, Hurricane Damage, Concrete, Wind vs Water Damage, Foundation Damage, Hail Damage, Roof Damage, Water Intrusion, Water Damage, Sea Walls, Settlement, Stucco, Tile
Paul D. Tucker is a civil and structural engineer whose career spans industry, academia, and forensic consulting. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in 18 states, a licensed Structural Engineer (SE) in Georgia, and a Florida Recognized Structural Engineer. In industry, he has been responsible for structural design, project management, construction inspections, and code compliance, personally designing thousands of buildings and structures—among them schools, churches, restaurants, gymnasiums, condominiums, industrial and recreational facilities, retail stores, office buildings, and residences. Before earning his degrees, he worked hands-on in steel fabrication and general construction, experience that continues to inform his practical approach.
Mr. Tucker served 16 semesters on the faculty of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering), where he taught graduate and undergraduate courses and integrated real-world casework into the cla...
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John G. Minor, CGC, CFM, CAM, WTR, MRSA, MRSR
30+ Year Construction Litigation Consultant
Complete General Contractors, Inc.
Pensacola, Florida
Construction, Construction Defects
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Forensic Contruction, Mold Remediation, Stucco Failure, Floodplain Management, Hurricane Damage, Wind Damage, Moisture Intrusion, Property Restoration, Insurance Appraisal, Termite Damage, Construction Litigation, Water Intrusion, Flood Damage, Property Damage Claim, Mold Assessment, Roof Failure, General Contractor
John G. Minor is a licensed General Contractor, forensic construction consultant, insurance appraiser, and expert witness with more than 30 years of experience in commercial and residential construction, large loss property claims, hurricane damage investigations, construction defects, water intrusion, mold assessment, and building envelope failures. He serves as President of Complete General Contractors, Inc., a forensic consulting and construction firm operating throughout the Southeast United States.
Mr. Minor has extensive experience providing expert analysis, litigation support, deposition testimony, trial testimony, and forensic investigations involving construction defects, storm damage, insurance disputes, roofing failures, moisture intrusion, fenestration failures, flood-related losses, structural damage, and remediation issues. His work includes complex residential, commercial, industrial, condominium, and coastal properties.
He is licensed as a Certified General Contrac...
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David K Walters, GC
Construction Defects Expert Witness
Construction Expert Witness Services, LLC
Dawsonville, Georgia
Construction Defects, Property Damage
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Construction Expert Witness, Property Damage Expert, Construction Defects, Insurance Claims, Xactimate Expert, Causation Analysis, Standard of Care, Damage Valuation, Scope & Cost Disputes, Building Failure Analysis, Repair vs Replacement, WDO / Termite Damage, Moisture Intrusion, Structural Damage, Litigation Support
David K. Walters is a Construction Expert Witness specializing in construction defects, property damage, and insurance-related loss disputes. He is a licensed Georgia Residential and Light Commercial Contractor, former Insurance Property Claims Adjuster, and former Claims Director within the termite and pest control industry, where he oversaw evaluation and resolution of wood-destroying organism (WDO) damage claims. He has approximately 30 years of combined construction and claims experience.
Mr. Walters provides expert analysis and testimony involving damage causation, standard of care, repair scope development, and cost valuation. His work includes evaluation of construction defects, moisture intrusion, structural damage, and wood-destroying organism (WDO) conditions, including hidden and progressive damage scenarios commonly encountered in termite-related claims. He has been engaged in matters involving disputed scope of damage, cost valuation, and repair versus replacement dete...
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Michael C Head, PE
Structural Eng - Construction and personal injury
HEAD of Engineering, LLC
Atlanta, Georgia
Construction Defects, Structural Engineering
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Building Construction, Building Envelope, Building Forensics, Concrete, Construction, Construction Accident, Foundations Building, High-rise Building Construction Analysis, Hurricane Damage, Parking Decks, Personal Injury Building, Structural Steel, Construction Contract Administration
Mr. Head has more than 40 years of structural engineering analysis, design and project/construction management experience throughout Saudi Arabia and the United States ranging from the design of new facilities, strengthening, renovation, retrofitting and repair of existing structures in the GMP, Design/Bid and Design/Bid/Build delivery method and conducting forensic investigations as an Expert Witness.
He has been primarily engaged in the design and construction of building structures. During that time he has seen the good and the bad, what works and what doesn't and has seen the design and the construction processes change dramatically.
Mr. Head is available to assist attorneys, insurance companies, contractors, architects, engineers, owners, developers and real estate professionals in determining the reasons that the structural systems failed or under-performed, how to efficiently return the facility to fulfill its intended function and the assessment of existing facilities for ...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Atlanta, Georgia
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Paul David Tucker, SE, PE, FRSE, DFE, CXLT
Construction, Premises Liability, and Storm Damage
ARETE Forensics, PLLC
Georgia
Structural Engineering, Premises Liability
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Construction Defects, Slip and Fall, Trip and Fall, Trusses, OSHA Violation, Metal Building, Construction Accidents, Construction Failures, Hurricane Damage, Concrete, Wind vs Water Damage, Foundation Damage, Hail Damage, Roof Damage, Water Intrusion, Water Damage, Sea Walls, Settlement, Stucco, Tile
Paul D. Tucker is a civil and structural engineer whose career spans industry, academia, and forensic consulting. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in 18 states, a licensed Structural Engineer (SE) in Georgia, and a Florida Recognized Structural Engineer. In industry, he has been responsible for structural design, project management, construction inspections, and code compliance, personally designing thousands of buildings and structures—among them schools, churches, restaurants, gymnasiums, condominiums, industrial and recreational facilities, retail stores, office buildings, and residences. Before earning his degrees, he worked hands-on in steel fabrication and general construction, experience that continues to inform his practical approach.
Mr. Tucker served 16 semesters on the faculty of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering), where he taught graduate and undergraduate courses and integrated real-world casework into the cla...
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Paul Overton
Construction Defects Expert
Overton Engineering and Consulting
Georgia
Construction Defects, Construction Engineering
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construction defects, general contractor, cost of completion, causation, MEP, cost of repair, roofing license, scope of work creation, licensed engineering, sufficiency of settlement, building assessment reportss, owners representative, structural engineering, 558 claims, destructive testing, expert testimony, civil engineering
Paul Overton is a Florida-licensed Certified General Contractor, licensed roofing contractor, and principal of a licensed engineering and construction consulting firm specializing in concrete restoration, waterproofing, structural repairs, and exterior façade rehabilitation for condominium and HOA communities. His practice focuses on forensic construction services, construction defect and insurance-related matters, complex building assessments, and owner’s representation throughout the State of Florida.
Mr. Overton brings nearly four decades of hands-on experience and has been directly involved in hundreds of destructive testing and forensic investigation assignments. His work includes 40- and 50-year recertifications, Milestone Inspections, Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS), and comprehensive building assessment reports. Services routinely include destructive testing execution and oversight, forensic documentation, code and standard-of-care analysis, repair scope develop...
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Amin Terouhid, Ph.D., PE, PMP, CFE
Scheduling, defect, safety, damages,& fraud expert
Adroit Consultants, LLC
Georgia
Construction Defects, OSHA
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Civil Engineering, industrial engineering, forensic schedule and delay analysis, construction safety, slip and fall, construction injury, personal injury, standard of care, fraud, construction inspection, loss of productivity, critical path method (CPM), OSHA, damages expert, damages analysis, trip and fall, CPM, scheduling, Delay
Dr. Amin Terouhid is a Principal Consultant with Adroit Consultants, LLC. He leads a vibrant consulting practice on construction claim matters especially in the areas of delay analysis, loss of productivity, claims for changes, construction defects, construction fraud, defects, and injury cases. With extensive experience working on several large and mega construction projects internationally and throughout the United States, he is a recognized expert in preparing and investigating construction claims.
Served numerous times as an expert witness in trial, testimony, and deposition.
Licenses
• Examined and certified as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Examined and certified by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Examined and certified by Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Examined and certified by the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE International) as a Planning and S...
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Jack D Matthews, BSEE, PE, MBA
Electrical Engineering/Energy Expert Witness
Power Systems Electrical Engineering LLC
Acwoth, Georgia
Electrical Engineering, Energy
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Substation, Protective Relaying, outage investigation, Electrical Accidents, Arc Flash, accident investigation, NEC Compliance, power quality investigation, electrical analysis, Renewables, Solar Energy, Electrocution, utility damage claims, utility batteries, battery fires, equipment damage, Construction Defects
I have spent decades designing electrical utility and industrial systems, testing utility equipment, investigating, and analyzing utility outages and switching events, performing utility operations analysis, investigating utility damage claims, and performing electrical planning and analysis using EasyPower, CYME, CYME TCC, PSS/E, ETAP. I am knowledgeable on renewable energy systems for both design and operation. Transformer Dissolved Gas Analysis. Electrical accident investigation, electrical damage claims.
I am knowledgeable on the IEEE Color Series, National Electric Code (NFPA 70), Electrical Safety and Arc Flash Analysis (NFPA 70E), Grounding, electrical measurement and analysis, arc flash analysis, protective device coordination, power flow, accident investigation, power quality investigation, equipment testing (NETA) and fault analysis.
I am a registered professional engineer in 31 states (GA, SC, NC, TN, AL, FL, CA, NY, IL, MO, NV, TX, MI, NM, KY, UT, KY, IN, CO, OK, LA...
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James V Hanna, II, AIA, NCARB
Hanna Design Alliance
DECATUR, Georgia
Construction Defects, Architecture
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Envelope, Construction, Commercial, Residential, Stucco, Water Intrusion, Roofing, Accessibility, Windows, Sound, Fire, Balcony, Waterproofing, Brick, Siding, Codes, ADA, Air Barrier, Wood, Zoning
Expert Profile:
Jim Hanna has more than 35 years as a practicing architect including interior architecture, corporate leadership, quality assurance, and quality control. Hanna has provided consultation, arbitration, mediation, and expert witness services.
Jim is an architect and the founder of Hanna Design Alliance, LLC. hannada.com and his career has spanned building types including multifamily apartment, condominium, resort, hotel, office, medical, and recreational design. With a focus on the technical aspects of architecture and the built environment, he has been responsible for waterproofing detailing, contractual agreements, and design management including specialty consultants.
Mr. Hanna is a member of the American Institute of Architecture, NCARB, International Code Council, and the National Fire Protection Association.
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Lance L Luke
National Building Expert – Construction & Safety
Honolulu, Hawaii
Construction, Construction Defects
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Building Inspection, real estate disclosure, construction cost estimating, condo board issues, Property management, condo association issues, construction safety, concrete spalling, Presmises liability, mold claims, construction warranties, home inspection, landlord/tenant issues, insurance claims
Lance Luke is a highly experienced building expert with over 40 years in the construction industry. He is the owner of Construction Management Inspection LLC and an internationally recognized expert in building safety, inspection, and construction management. With expertise in areas ranging from construction defects, spalling, and cast iron drain piping, to senior safety, Lance has been instrumental in helping numerous high-profile building projects, both residential and commercial.
Lance is the author of over 50 book publications, including "How Safe is Your Building" and "Concrete Spalling Repair Guide," and has worked on numerous construction projects across the United States and he is a three-time bestselling author. His vast experience in managing, inspecting, and repairing complex building systems provides him with profound insights into construction challenges, particularly in older buildings with issues like cast iron piping failure and structural repairs.
He is a trusted ...
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Randy P Wall, PE, MPA
Construction Defects, Land Use, Grading & Drainage
Professional Engineering Services
Boise, Idaho
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering
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Right-of-Way, Grading & Drainage, Easements, Due Diligence, Inverse Condemnation, Construction Defects, Wood Engineering, High-end Homes, Eminent Domain, Residential Structural, Land Use/Zoning, Permitting & Entitlements, Road & Highway Design, Planning, Local Government, Forensics, Hillside Homes
I am a highly skilled expert in Civil Engineering, grading and drainage, residential structural engineering, land planning and development, and local government. I have over 40-years of experience with the grading and drainage design for residential subdivisions and commercial projects, land development planning, permits, design, and construction, and structural and site (grading and drainage) design of high-end residences in snow country and on hillsides. I have a Master of Public Administration (MPA), extensive experience with local government and regulatory agency entitlement (permit) processing. I am a Professional Development Instructor in the Engineering Industry, teaching contracts, risk management, project management, professional liability, writing, and communication skills. I have my Professional Engineering license in 10-states.
My communication, research, writing, and professional experience give me the ability to originate expert reports and provide testimony that art...
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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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Timothy Browne
Construction Forensics Expert Witness
Maverick Mountain Consulting
Hope, Idaho
Construction Defects, Construction
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Construction Forensics, Expert Witness, Insurance Appraisal, Insurance Appraiser, Insurance Appraisal Umpire, Building Envelope Analysis, Building Code Analysis, Personal Injury (Construction), Roofing Assessments, Property Loss Analysis, Repair Cost Estimating
Tim began his construction career in the early 1990s working for his family’s insulation company in Michigan. From his teens, he was hands-on—installing insulation, repairing equipment, estimating, and selling. After high school, he worked as a rough carpenter on custom homes before co-founding a general contracting company, with projects ranging from high-end custom homes to large residential and commercial remodels. This exposure gave him a comprehensive understanding of energy-efficient building, structural details, and the importance of clear communication between designers, trades, and owners.
In 2005, Tim and his family moved to Phoenix, where he managed projects for a residential and commercial firm before overseeing the final year of construction of a 28,000 sq. ft. home on an 8-acre estate in Paradise Valley. He later became director of operations at a custom tile and hardscape company. Building in Arizona’s harsh desert climate presented Tim with new challenges where cons...
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Brian Huang, PE, SE, LEED AP
Structural Engineering Expert Witness
H2Y Consulting
Illinois
Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
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Building code, Building envelope, Retaining wall, Foundation movement, Water intrusion, Post-tension & Precast Concrete, Roof & Building collapse, Construction delay, ADA trip and fall, Swimming pool safety, Standard of care, Certificate of merit, Wind and hail, Roofing, Stucco, Explosion
Mr. Huang has over 25 years of expertise in research, design, and forensic analysis within the fields of structural
engineering and the building envelope industry. His professional background includes the structural design of new buildings, evaluation and design of renovation and repair projects, post-construction forensic assessments of structural and building envelope failures, and analysis of premises liability concerning code compliance.
In the realm of structural design, Mr. Huang's experience encompasses high-rise buildings, parking garages, tilt-up concrete,
and corporate office campuses. As a forensic engineering expert, he has conducted evaluations to provide professional opinions on the causes and origins of building damage and failures, including structural and retaining wall collapses, roof collapses, differential foundation movement, storm damage to various roofing materials, explosion and construction vibration damage,
seismic impacts, and building envelope failures.
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Ken D Karston, S.E., P.E.
Structural Engineer Expert Witness
K.ENG LLC
Chicago, Illinois
Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
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Building code, Condition assessments, Historic buildings, Residential construction, Bowstring trusses, Stairs and railings, Masonry facade, Earth retention structures, Water intrusion, Building collapse, Foundation structures, Single family homes, Mid-rise buildings, Property assessments
I am an actively practicing structural consultant that works on a wide variety of projects that consist primarily of residential and commercial buildings that are less than ten stories in height down to single family homes. My duties include structural drawing preparation, field observations, condition assessment reports, and creation of structural calculations. My professional experience has made me a well-rounded structural engineer and has also allowed me to develop specialty areas of technical expertise. Please refer to my CV and my website for additional information regarding my specialties and qualifications.
Part of my practice includes providing impartial opinions and concise reports concerning structural issues for insurance and litigation cases. My technical knowledge is expressed in an understandable way.
I am a registered Structural Engineer in the states of Illinois, Nevada, and Utah and a registered Professional Engineer in the states of Arizona, Colorado, ...
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Christopher Heese
Comprehensive Analyst for Construction Issues
Heese Consulting
Illinois
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Management CM, General Contractor GC, Construction Delays, Construction Claims Disputes, Critical Path Schedule, Preconstruction Estimating, Site Planning & Logistics, Scope of Work Analysis, Construction Costs, Change Orders, Subcontractor, Contract Default, Standard of Care
Construction expert with over 30 years of experience in the industry managing projects in multiple U.S. states and internationally as a developer, general contractor, and subcontractor. Industry positions in the field, project management, risk management, and currently as an executive.
Accomplished in corporate and project risk management & mitigation utilizing a variety of contract formats including design-build, design-assist, CM-at-Risk, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), and lump sum.
Experience in mediation, deposition, and testimony at trial.
Comprehensive, organized, professional analyst with firsthand knowledge in construction disputes, construction defects, subcontractor defaults, and industry standard practices.
I will provide you with fact-based reporting with clearly stated opinions.
I can help you understand how a variety of information (some of which may be ambiguous) may apply to a central issue, and how decisions made early in a project can have a domino effect...
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Timothy J Dickson, PE, SE
Dickson-Schaefer, Ltd.
Indianapolis, Indiana
Engineering, Failure Analysis
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Structural Engineering, Construction defects, water infiltration, storm damage, fire damage, explosion damage, structural collapse, failure of temporary shoring, construction site accidents, roofing failure, windows, handrail failures, masonry, concrete, steel, failure analysis, façade failure
I strive to perform impartial forensic investigations in an efficient manner to help my Clients assess their issue. I prepare concise written reports that provide a solid understanding of the technical aspects of the issue so my Client can make informed decisions.
My expert witness experience includes cases dealing with issues such as defective construction, water infiltration, storm/fire/explosion damage assessment, structural collapse, failure of temporary shoring, construction site accidents, roofing failure, improper design and manfacture of windows and handrail failures.
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Dan C. Weekes, AIA, BECxP, CxA+BE
Expert Witness in Design and Construction Industry
ArchiForensic
Fishers, Indiana
Architecture, Engineering
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Construction Defects, Building Enclosure Failure, Investigation, Water Infiltration, Roof Failure, Window Failure, Microbial Growth/Mold, Failure Analysis, Slip trip & fall, Trip & Fall, Moisture/ Condensation Issues, Flood Damage, Building Inspection
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Indiana
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Fred B. Lott, AIA, ARA, CSI
Fred Lott Architect
Indiana
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architect & Engineer Negligence, Construction Defects, Fraudulent Change Orders, Construction License Agreement, Antitrust Complaint, Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Warehouse Thermal Comfort, Bid Steering, Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards
Various Types of Legal Matters that Have Benefited from Fred’s Involvement:
Architect & Engineer Negligence, Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, Failure to Tender Payments Due & Owing for Contract Work Performed,
Fraudulent Change Orders, Faulty Movie & Sound Recording Studios Construction, Faulty Sound Attenuation & Faulty Soundproofing,
Misappropriation of Trade Secrets, Roofing Failure & Related Building Damages, Industrial Climate Control Engineering, Thermal Comfort, & Labor Law,
Aiding & Abetting Fiduciary Duties, Labor Union Disputes, Fraud, Bribery of a Public Official, Criminal Coercion, Construction Defects,
Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Adversary Breach of Contract, Unjust Enrichment, Antitrust Complaint - Sherman Antitrust Act,
Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards, Quantum Meruit, Defamation Per Se, Responsibility for Failure to Maintain a Building,
Fraudulent C...
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Larry W Cormicle, P.E.
Construction Expertise for 40 years
Cormicle Consulting Services, L.L.C.
Ames, Iowa
Construction Engineering, Construction
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construction defects, construction schedule delays, construction contract disputes, construction methods and means, construction management, construction CPM scheduling, CPM scheduling, critical path method scheduling, construction standard of care, construction industry practices, construction manager at risk-Iowa
Mr. Cormicle has over 25 years of experience in general contracting, construction management, and real estate development, as well as over 30 years of experience as a professional construction engineering and management educator. Larry’s expertise in general contracting and construction management includes project engineering, project superintendent, project manager, senior project manager, owner’s agent, and owner’s representative. Larry’s first-person experience brings insight and credibility to his professional opinions.
Mr. Cormicle is an Emeritus (retired) Teaching Professor of Construction Engineering at Iowa State University.
Mr. Cormicle has a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University, with a specialization in Construction Engineering and Management.
Mr. Cormicle is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Iowa in the branch of Construction Engineering for over 42 years.
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Kentucky
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Benjamin Casey, PE, CPP, PSP, aDBIA
Industry Leader in Bldg CODES | FIRE | SECURITY
CODEX Engineering
New Orleans, Louisiana
Fire, Engineering
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Fire Protection Engineering, Security, Building Code, Arson, Smoke Detection, Fire Alarm, Sprinkler, Fire Suppression, Fire Detection, Smoke and CO Alarm, Forensic, Fire Spread, Fire Recreation, Origin and Cause, Consumer Products, Failure Analysis, Fire Modeling, Explosion, Safety, Construction Defects
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) of Fire Protection Engineering plus specialized expertise in Building Construction Codes and ASIS Board Certified in Physical Security (PSP & CPP).
Executive leader in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) industry - Expert in building codes, setting risk-reduction strategies, balancing safety with security, and managing complex practices/programs including "surgical" engineering problem-solving for complex multi-disciplinary project issues.
|| Creator & Host of the "FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEERING PODCAST" ||
I've developed numerous firms from my own startups to large firm expansion initiatives and personally specialize in risk-based engineering (i.e., Resilience) and consulting for diverse clients in a broad range of A/E/C industry markets. Including extensive experience within Government, Transit & Tunnels, Multinational Corporate/Commercial, Education, Data Centers, State & Local Government, Mission Critical & SCIF, Aviation, Hist...
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David C Flettrich, PE
Forensic Engineering & Construction Defects Expert
David C. Flettrich, A Professional Engineering Corporation
New Orleans, Louisiana
Engineering, Construction
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Mechanical engineering, Electrical engineering, Control systems engineering, Forensic engineering, Certified indoor environmentalist, Design errors and omissions, Construction defects, HVAC systems, HVAC control systems, Hydronic systems, Moisture intrusion, Mold growth
Mr. Flettrich has fifty-seven years experience in (1) the design and retrofit of energy efficient mechanical, electrical, and control (MEC) systems for both new and existing residential, commercial, industrial and institutional facilities with particular emphasis on HVAC, refrigeration, hydronics, controls, energy conservation, and energy management systems (2) problem solving and (3) cause and origin investigations related to poorly performing or problematic building systems. He is a licensed PE in mechanical, electrical and control systems engineering in Louisiana and he is also a licensed PE in Alabama, Florida, Mississippi and Texas. The combination of his multi-disciplined expertise and his extensive background in design and construction uniquely qualifies him as a forensic expert who is capable of performing comprehensive investigations and eliminates, in many instances, the need to retain multiple engineering experts on cases requiring a multi-disciplined investigation.
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Malay Ghose Hajra, PhD, PE, BC. GE, ENV SP, F. ASCE
Civil & Geotechnical Engineering Expert Witness
Encotech LLC
Metairie, Louisiana
Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering
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Civil Engineering, Soil & Foundation Distress, Soil settlement & heave, erosion scour and slope failure, seepage & flood damage, construction defects, Earthwork & Construction Materials, Pavement & roadway evaluation, Environmental compliance failure, wind & hurricane property damage, Laser scan GPR Drone, Data & AI
Experience:
Dr. Malay Ghose Hajra offers more than 25 years of combined professional engineering, consulting, and academic experience in geotechnical, foundation, and forensic engineering. He has extensive working knowledge of complex projects funded by the Department of Transportation, US Army Corps of Engineers, and the private construction industry. Leveraging a deep understanding of soil mechanics and ground-structure interaction, Dr. Ghose Hajra has performed comprehensive failure analyses to determine root causes and contributing factors in complex civil engineering disputes. He provides clear and defensible technical opinions in litigation and arbitration, supported by well-structured, evidence-based expert reports. Dr. Ghose Hajra brings a balanced, unbiased, and scientifically grounded approach to every investigation.
Skills:
(i) Subsurface investigation & geotechnical design, (ii) highways & bridge foundations, (iii) Subsurface exploration & design for Hurricane and Stor...
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Gary L. Jackson, P.E., CSP, CFEI
Engineering, Safety & Fire - Expert Investigations
System Engineering And Laboratories Corporation (SEAL Corp)
Louisiana
Engineering, Safety
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Fire Origin and Cause, Equipment Tractors Cranes, Structural, Explosion, Construction Safety, Accident, Marine, Premises, Design Defects, Manufacturing Defects, Watercraft, Plumbing, Failure Analysis, Construction Defects, Causation, Forensic, Slip Trip & Fall, ATV/UTV, Material, Mechanical
Mr. Jackson has 27+ years' experience as an Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A & M University graduating in 1984. Mr. Jackson has testified as an expert witness over 100 times in his career. Mr. Jackson is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Texas and Louisiana. he also holds national certifications in safety as a CSP - Certified Safety Professional, CFEI - Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator, Certified Drone Pilot, and state licenses as a Private Investigator, Certified Security Officer, Personal Protection Officer - Texas Private Security. Mr. Jackson is currently a member of the National Association of Fire Investigators and has previously been a member of NSPE, SAE, NFPA, and previously a certified firefighter, certified scuba diver, among other pursuits.
Mr. Jackson has testified on a wide variety of subjects for both plaintiff and defense matters. His early professional experience began with NASA/JSC as a support...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Louisiana
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Fred B. Lott, AIA, ARA, CSI
Fred Lott Architect
Maine
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architect & Engineer Negligence, Construction Defects, Fraudulent Change Orders, Construction License Agreement, Antitrust Complaint, Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Warehouse Thermal Comfort, Bid Steering, Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards
Various Types of Legal Matters that Have Benefited from Fred’s Involvement:
Architect & Engineer Negligence, Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, Failure to Tender Payments Due & Owing for Contract Work Performed,
Fraudulent Change Orders, Faulty Movie & Sound Recording Studios Construction, Faulty Sound Attenuation & Faulty Soundproofing,
Misappropriation of Trade Secrets, Roofing Failure & Related Building Damages, Industrial Climate Control Engineering, Thermal Comfort, & Labor Law,
Aiding & Abetting Fiduciary Duties, Labor Union Disputes, Fraud, Bribery of a Public Official, Criminal Coercion, Construction Defects,
Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Adversary Breach of Contract, Unjust Enrichment, Antitrust Complaint - Sherman Antitrust Act,
Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards, Quantum Meruit, Defamation Per Se, Responsibility for Failure to Maintain a Building,
Fraudulent C...
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Matthew Furlong, CBC, RBC
Construction and Building Code Compliance Expert
Först Consulting Group
Maryland
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, code compliance
Mr. 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 25 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. Furlong provides services in the ...
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Lane A Feick, PE
Construction Issues Expert Witness
Owner Rep Consulting
Annapolis, Maryland
Construction, Construction Defects
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Estimating, Project Management, Cost Control, Claims, Change Orders, Differing Site Conditions, Breaches of Contract, Leaks, Grading, Site Work, Scheduling, Critical Path
Oversight of daily field operations inclusive of coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and field employees, quality control, monitoring the project schedule and maintaining a safe workplace. Thirty (30+) years of construction management, general contracting, and bank inspection experience. Licensed Professional Engineer in Maryland, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia.
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David R. Mullaney, Esq.
D. R. Mullaney P.C.
Concord, Massachusetts
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Delays, Construction Breach Of Contract, Substandard Workmanship, Architectural Negligence, Design-Engineering Defects, Cost Dispute Analysis & Reconciliation, Building Inspection, Risk Management, Schedule Delay Responsibility, Job Site Failures
David R. Mullaney, Esq. is a detail-oriented licensed Attorney At Law and Construction Expert with 2 plus decades of experience in all facets of the low to mid rise construction industry where his former firm constructed numerous new buildings and building additions from institutional academic buildings to athletic centers, theatrical venues, and numerous academic residential housing developments. Having founded and served for 24 years as CEO of Mullaney Corporation, former Construction Manager's at Risk, Mr. Mullaney understands the vertical construction business, and particularly the demands of private clients, including the unwavering and unrelenting August and December building completion dates for private school client services, notwithstanding labor shortages, strikes, weather, material supply issues, and design documents issues and conflicts between the multiple design disciplines.
Serving New England and New York, his company constructed on average 11 major building proj...
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Brian Hansen
Construction defects, code issues, best practice
Brian Hansen Consulting
Massachusetts
Construction Defects, Construction
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Residential Construction, Structural Engineering, Framing, Carpentry, Water damage, Mold, Moisture, Roofing, Flooring, Leak, Ice Dams, Workmanship, Foundation, Masonry, Reconstruction, Siding, Building Code Violations, REVIT, architecture, contract
CONSTRUCTION
I entered the construction industry in the 1980s and worked my way through college framing buildings on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Boston. I started my own construction company in 2001 that specialized in lead paint abatement, mold abatement, and single family/ multi-family remodeling. We performed over nearly 250 projects for clients spanning from New York to Maine. At the same time, I performed over 30 residential rehabilitations of single and multi-family properties in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
I currently hold a Massachusetts Unlimited Construction Supervisor's License (CS-113267)
ENGINEERING
As an engineering consultant I completed over 175 projects of all sizes, and I have created more than 500 PE- stamped deliverables. Several engineering projects included expert witness services. Smaller engineering projects include beam calculations, construction deficiency reports, and a multitude of repair schematics. Medium-sized projects in...
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David A Doddridge
Construction Disputes/Accidents-Premises Liability
D.A. Doddridge and Associates, Inc.
Worcester, Massachusetts
Construction Defects, Slip Trip & Fall
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Stairway Accidents, Construction Accidents, Construction Disputes, Construction Cost Analysis, Slip and Fall, Trip and Fall, OSHA Regulations, Construction Safety, Construction Standards, Residential, Commercial, Construction Delays, Building Codes, Fire Investigations, Engineering, Architectural
With over 30 years experience in residential and light commercial building, construction, and remodeling, I have cultivated a deep understanding of all aspects of the industry. My expertise also spans residential/commercial building inspections, roofing/siding, and sheetrock installation. My hands-on background provides attorneys and clients with invaluable insights into construction practices, building codes, and safety compliance. I hold an Unrestricted Construction Supervisor's License in Massachusetts, along with OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 Construction Safety certifications. My qualifications also include a National Floor Safety Institute Certification in walkway safety, a certification in building envelope inspections and remediation from the Building Envelope Science Institute, and a certification in residential building codes by the International Code Council. Additionally, I am a certified Pella Window Installer and a certified tribometer operator for the ASM925 and ASM825, whic...
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Michael S Teller, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, MCPPO
MST Consulting
Boston, Massachusetts
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Design defects, Standard of Care, Roofing, Massachusetts Public Bidding, Historic Restoration, Architecture, Leaks, Windows, Contracts, Historic, Architectural Design, Waterproofing, Concrete, Ice Dams, Sealants and Caulking, Construction Defects, Masonry, Chapter 149, Wrought Iron, Wood Trim
Having lived it from the inside, I assist Attorneys and Owners in assessing the merits of architectural and construction cases. I also help architects and contractors defend matters based on my 46 years of experience understanding the design and building process, the technical issues, as well as the roles of each party.
As a Registered Architect (MA, RI, NY) and Building Envelope Consultant, I focus on architectural standard of care issues and construction defects associated with leaks, roofing, windows, masonry, concrete, ice dams, sealants and caulking, wood trim and wrought iron. I specialize in Massachusetts Chapter 149 bidding issues and disputes associated with the renovation of existing and historic buildings as well as new construction.
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Robert Hession
Construction Expert | Cost & Claims Analysis
RFH Partners, LLC
Massachusetts
Construction, Construction Defects
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Cost to Complete Analysis, Change Order Analysis, Project Execution Failure Analysis, Construction Cost Overruns, Construction Delay & Schedule Impact Analysis, Contractor Billing & Payment Appl, Construction Claims & Dispute Support, Project Execution Failure Analysis, Construction Management Standard of Care
Robert Hession is a construction expert witness with more than 30 years of experience in commercial construction, capital project delivery, and construction risk advisory. His background combines executive leadership with hands-on project execution, providing a practical, real-world perspective in dispute matters.
Mr. Hession is the Principal of RFH Partners, a construction advisory and expert consulting firm focused on construction claims analysis, cost-to-complete evaluation, contractor billing and payment application review, change order exposure, and construction management standard of care. His work involves detailed analysis of project documentation, including contracts, schedules, payment applications, change orders, and cost records, to assess financial exposure and project performance.
Prior to founding RFH Partners, Mr. Hession served as Executive Vice President at J.A. Jennings, where he was responsible for leading complex commercial and institutional construction proje...
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Brendan W. Brides, CBO
Building Code Violations/Injuries Expert Witness
Legal Insight
Sandwich, Massachusetts
Building Inspection, Construction Defects
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Building code violations, House ventilation, Roof Leaks, Stair falls, Short term rental injuries, Ice Dams, Deck collapse, Rental home injuries, Accessibility violations, Sagging floors, ADA violations, Roof failures, Railing collapse, Water intrusion, Window failure, Attic mould, Flood zone, House insulation, Egress, Slopes Ramps
I am a highly skilled and dedicated professional specializing in personal injuries that stem from failure to complete work that is in compliance with the Building Code. This would include falls due to shoddy construction, poorly build or illegally build stairways, poorly built or illegally built decks or floors constructed without the required permits and inspections.
I have forty years experience in the construction industry. Twenty-eight years as a licensed builder/contractor and for the last twelve years as the Building Commissioner for a municipality on Cape Code MA. In my time as Building Commissioner I was responsible for reviewing plans of residential and commercial buildings, issuing building permits for the proposed work and then monitoring and inspecting to insure full compliance with the Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR). I was also responsible for enforcement of 521 CMR, ( MA version of the Americans with Disabilities Act) Architectural Access Board requirem...
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Martin A. Smargiassi, AIA
Innovative Collaborations, Inc.
Boston, Massachusetts
Architecture, Construction
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Value Analysis/Engineering, Construction Defects, Building Codes, Reconstruction, Cost Estimation, Investigation and Testing, Document Management, Contract Document Analysis, Accessibility Design
Licensed registered architect with degrees in both engineering and architecture, as well as a licensed construction supervisor and former experienced builder. Experienced expert witness in arbitration and mediation and a litigation resource in design, contracts, construction management and consulting. Projects: Residential and commercial
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John E Skidmore, PE, BSCE
Forensic Civil Engineer (Multi-state)
Owosso, Michigan
Civil Engineering, Hydrology
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Building science, Hydrology, Water leaks, Auto impact assessment, Moisture Intrusions, Drainage, On-site sewage disposal, Construction defects, Flooding, Roofing, Foundations, Geotechnical, Storm damage assessment
Forensic engineer with experience in a wide variety of activities within the civil engineering discipline, including land planning, surveying, hydrology and hydraulics, geotechnical and foundations and on-site sewage disposal facilities. Licensed Professional Engineer in Alabama, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin. Testified as an expert at arbitrations, depositions, and trials. Subjects included drainage and flooding, water intrusions, pipe leaks and structural damage to buildings from vehicle impacts, tree impacts and storms.
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Jeffrey A Grusenmeyer, RA, NCARB, MPE, CBO
Architecture/Forensics/Construction Defects/Code
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. Certified as a Building Official, Master Plans Examiner, Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector and Residential Building Of...
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Christopher Heese
Comprehensive Analyst for Construction Issues
Heese Consulting
Minnesota
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Management CM, General Contractor GC, Construction Delays, Construction Claims Disputes, Critical Path Schedule, Preconstruction Estimating, Site Planning & Logistics, Scope of Work Analysis, Construction Costs, Change Orders, Subcontractor, Contract Default, Standard of Care
Construction expert with over 30 years of experience in the industry managing projects in multiple U.S. states and internationally as a developer, general contractor, and subcontractor. Industry positions in the field, project management, risk management, and currently as an executive.
Accomplished in corporate and project risk management & mitigation utilizing a variety of contract formats including design-build, design-assist, CM-at-Risk, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), and lump sum.
Experience in mediation, deposition, and testimony at trial.
Comprehensive, organized, professional analyst with firsthand knowledge in construction disputes, construction defects, subcontractor defaults, and industry standard practices.
I will provide you with fact-based reporting with clearly stated opinions.
I can help you understand how a variety of information (some of which may be ambiguous) may apply to a central issue, and how decisions made early in a project can have a domino effect...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Mississippi
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Benjamin Casey, PE, CPP, PSP, aDBIA
Industry Leader in Bldg CODES | FIRE | SECURITY
CODEX Engineering
Mississippi
Fire, Engineering
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Fire Protection Engineering, Security, Building Code, Arson, Smoke Detection, Fire Alarm, Sprinkler, Fire Suppression, Fire Detection, Smoke and CO Alarm, Forensic, Fire Spread, Fire Recreation, Origin and Cause, Consumer Products, Failure Analysis, Fire Modeling, Explosion, Safety, Construction Defects
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) of Fire Protection Engineering plus specialized expertise in Building Construction Codes and ASIS Board Certified in Physical Security (PSP & CPP).
Executive leader in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) industry - Expert in building codes, setting risk-reduction strategies, balancing safety with security, and managing complex practices/programs including "surgical" engineering problem-solving for complex multi-disciplinary project issues.
|| Creator & Host of the "FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEERING PODCAST" ||
I've developed numerous firms from my own startups to large firm expansion initiatives and personally specialize in risk-based engineering (i.e., Resilience) and consulting for diverse clients in a broad range of A/E/C industry markets. Including extensive experience within Government, Transit & Tunnels, Multinational Corporate/Commercial, Education, Data Centers, State & Local Government, Mission Critical & SCIF, Aviation, Hist...
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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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troy galloway
ASHI
Ellisville, Missouri
Construction Defects, Building Inspection
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Arbitration/Mediation, Construction, Slip trip & Fall, Safety, Mold, Commercial Building Inspections, Construction Consultant, Building Manager, Concrete, Roofing, Siding, Deck/patios, Landscaping defects, Construction Superintendent, Property Safety, Doors, Windows, Water Leakage, ConstructionEd
Education
76-78 University of Southern California
General Requirements
78- 82 Quincy College
University of Springfield
BS Building Engineering
04-06 University of Missouri/School of Metaphysics
Metaphysics
Ordained Minister
Certifications
Construction Superintendent
Union Master Carpenter
Union Journeyman Millwright
National Home Inspector Association (NHIE)
American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)
Commercial Building Inspections
Missouri Real Estate Board School of Education (Construction classes)
STL Community College Instructor (Construction Classes)
Construction Consultant
Building Manager
Missouri State Lead Risk Assessor
EPA/RRP Lead Contractor
Certified Boardroom Director
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Frank Comer, PE
Civil, Structural, Forensic Engineer for 35+ years
PST ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE
Kansas City, Missouri
Engineering, Construction Engineering
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Building Inspection, Civil Engineering, Construction Defects, Failure Analysis, Structural Engineering, Roof Analysis, Water Leaks, Geotech Engineering, Forensics, Stucco - EIFS, Grade Drainage, Foundation Settlement, Retaining Walls, Cause & Origin, Building Codes, Standard of Care, Design Errors, Architect, Storm Damage, Slip Fall
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 and Florida, is registered w NCEES to access other state licenses. Founder and owner of Property Services Team, LLC, dba PST Engineering & Architecture, Frank has been inspecting, designing and consulting under PST since 1999. He has been in the insurance adjusting and engineering fields for over 35 years.
Frank has investigated, inspected and developed repair designs and detailing and cost-to-repair analyses for more than 15,000 structures including agricultural, warehouse, manufacturing, commercial and single- /multifamily residential buildings. Throughout his career he has reviewed building codes, standards for construction and repair work/design, as well as new construction design. Through his involvement in countless diverse projects, Frank’s extensive experience includes: new,...
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Christopher Heese
Comprehensive Analyst for Construction Issues
Heese Consulting
Missouri
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Management CM, General Contractor GC, Construction Delays, Construction Claims Disputes, Critical Path Schedule, Preconstruction Estimating, Site Planning & Logistics, Scope of Work Analysis, Construction Costs, Change Orders, Subcontractor, Contract Default, Standard of Care
Construction expert with over 30 years of experience in the industry managing projects in multiple U.S. states and internationally as a developer, general contractor, and subcontractor. Industry positions in the field, project management, risk management, and currently as an executive.
Accomplished in corporate and project risk management & mitigation utilizing a variety of contract formats including design-build, design-assist, CM-at-Risk, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), and lump sum.
Experience in mediation, deposition, and testimony at trial.
Comprehensive, organized, professional analyst with firsthand knowledge in construction disputes, construction defects, subcontractor defaults, and industry standard practices.
I will provide you with fact-based reporting with clearly stated opinions.
I can help you understand how a variety of information (some of which may be ambiguous) may apply to a central issue, and how decisions made early in a project can have a domino effect...
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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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Timothy Browne
Construction Forensics Expert Witness
Maverick Mountain Consulting
Montana
Construction Defects, Construction
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Construction Forensics, Expert Witness, Insurance Appraisal, Insurance Appraiser, Insurance Appraisal Umpire, Building Envelope Analysis, Building Code Analysis, Personal Injury (Construction), Roofing Assessments, Property Loss Analysis, Repair Cost Estimating
Tim began his construction career in the early 1990s working for his family’s insulation company in Michigan. From his teens, he was hands-on—installing insulation, repairing equipment, estimating, and selling. After high school, he worked as a rough carpenter on custom homes before co-founding a general contracting company, with projects ranging from high-end custom homes to large residential and commercial remodels. This exposure gave him a comprehensive understanding of energy-efficient building, structural details, and the importance of clear communication between designers, trades, and owners.
In 2005, Tim and his family moved to Phoenix, where he managed projects for a residential and commercial firm before overseeing the final year of construction of a 28,000 sq. ft. home on an 8-acre estate in Paradise Valley. He later became director of operations at a custom tile and hardscape company. Building in Arizona’s harsh desert climate presented Tim with new challenges where cons...
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Christopher Heese
Comprehensive Analyst for Construction Issues
Heese Consulting
Gretna, Nebraska
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Management CM, General Contractor GC, Construction Delays, Construction Claims Disputes, Critical Path Schedule, Preconstruction Estimating, Site Planning & Logistics, Scope of Work Analysis, Construction Costs, Change Orders, Subcontractor, Contract Default, Standard of Care
Construction expert with over 30 years of experience in the industry managing projects in multiple U.S. states and internationally as a developer, general contractor, and subcontractor. Industry positions in the field, project management, risk management, and currently as an executive.
Accomplished in corporate and project risk management & mitigation utilizing a variety of contract formats including design-build, design-assist, CM-at-Risk, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), and lump sum.
Experience in mediation, deposition, and testimony at trial.
Comprehensive, organized, professional analyst with firsthand knowledge in construction disputes, construction defects, subcontractor defaults, and industry standard practices.
I will provide you with fact-based reporting with clearly stated opinions.
I can help you understand how a variety of information (some of which may be ambiguous) may apply to a central issue, and how decisions made early in a project can have a domino effect...
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Don L Gifford
Electrical & General Construction Expert Witness
Gifford Consulting Group (A Division of Pete Fowler Construction)
Henderson, Nevada
Construction Defects, Electrical Engineering
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Architecture, Building Codes, Construction, Construction Damages, Corrosion, Electrical, Fire & Life Safety, Construction Accidents, Forensic Engineering, Lighting & Illumination, Plumbing & HVAC, Pools & Spas, Scheduling, Roofs, Awnings, Construction Delays, Slip Trip & Fall, Construction Damages
Don L Gifford, B.S., MBA, has served as a forensics expert for 30 years, specializing in electrical, lighting, general construction, fire and explosion analysis, mechanical, product and system failure, surety/bonding matters, economic impact analysis, and contract disputes. Mr. Gifford is licensed in Nevada, California, and Arizona. Disciplines represented by internal staff and associate staff include: electrical, fire, mechanical & plumbing, civil, and economic impact.
Mr. Gifford, founder and CEO of Gifford Consulting Group, LLC was first retained in the mid 1990s. His personal background includes forensics, construction contracting, design, fires/explosions, and management. As an outgrowth of this experience, requests for his service has resulted in his having been designated as an expert in more than 1,400 cases. He has testified more than 25 times in trial and arbitration and has been deposed well over 200 times.
Learn more at https://www.petefowler.com/don-gifford
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Fred B. Lott, AIA, ARA, CSI
Fred Lott Architect
Nevada
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architect & Engineer Negligence, Construction Defects, Fraudulent Change Orders, Construction License Agreement, Antitrust Complaint, Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Warehouse Thermal Comfort, Bid Steering, Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards
Various Types of Legal Matters that Have Benefited from Fred’s Involvement:
Architect & Engineer Negligence, Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, Failure to Tender Payments Due & Owing for Contract Work Performed,
Fraudulent Change Orders, Faulty Movie & Sound Recording Studios Construction, Faulty Sound Attenuation & Faulty Soundproofing,
Misappropriation of Trade Secrets, Roofing Failure & Related Building Damages, Industrial Climate Control Engineering, Thermal Comfort, & Labor Law,
Aiding & Abetting Fiduciary Duties, Labor Union Disputes, Fraud, Bribery of a Public Official, Criminal Coercion, Construction Defects,
Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Adversary Breach of Contract, Unjust Enrichment, Antitrust Complaint - Sherman Antitrust Act,
Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards, Quantum Meruit, Defamation Per Se, Responsibility for Failure to Maintain a Building,
Fraudulent C...
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David R. Mullaney, Esq.
D. R. Mullaney P.C.
New Hampshire
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Delays, Construction Breach Of Contract, Substandard Workmanship, Architectural Negligence, Design-Engineering Defects, Cost Dispute Analysis & Reconciliation, Building Inspection, Risk Management, Schedule Delay Responsibility, Job Site Failures
David R. Mullaney, Esq. is a detail-oriented licensed Attorney At Law and Construction Expert with 2 plus decades of experience in all facets of the low to mid rise construction industry where his former firm constructed numerous new buildings and building additions from institutional academic buildings to athletic centers, theatrical venues, and numerous academic residential housing developments. Having founded and served for 24 years as CEO of Mullaney Corporation, former Construction Manager's at Risk, Mr. Mullaney understands the vertical construction business, and particularly the demands of private clients, including the unwavering and unrelenting August and December building completion dates for private school client services, notwithstanding labor shortages, strikes, weather, material supply issues, and design documents issues and conflicts between the multiple design disciplines.
Serving New England and New York, his company constructed on average 11 major building proj...
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Brian Hansen
Construction defects, code issues, best practice
Brian Hansen Consulting
Goffstown, New Hampshire
Construction Defects, Construction
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Residential Construction, Structural Engineering, Framing, Carpentry, Water damage, Mold, Moisture, Roofing, Flooring, Leak, Ice Dams, Workmanship, Foundation, Masonry, Reconstruction, Siding, Building Code Violations, REVIT, architecture, contract
CONSTRUCTION
I entered the construction industry in the 1980s and worked my way through college framing buildings on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Boston. I started my own construction company in 2001 that specialized in lead paint abatement, mold abatement, and single family/ multi-family remodeling. We performed over nearly 250 projects for clients spanning from New York to Maine. At the same time, I performed over 30 residential rehabilitations of single and multi-family properties in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
I currently hold a Massachusetts Unlimited Construction Supervisor's License (CS-113267)
ENGINEERING
As an engineering consultant I completed over 175 projects of all sizes, and I have created more than 500 PE- stamped deliverables. Several engineering projects included expert witness services. Smaller engineering projects include beam calculations, construction deficiency reports, and a multitude of repair schematics. Medium-sized projects in...
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David R. Mullaney, Esq.
D. R. Mullaney P.C.
New Jersey
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Delays, Construction Breach Of Contract, Substandard Workmanship, Architectural Negligence, Design-Engineering Defects, Cost Dispute Analysis & Reconciliation, Building Inspection, Risk Management, Schedule Delay Responsibility, Job Site Failures
David R. Mullaney, Esq. is a detail-oriented licensed Attorney At Law and Construction Expert with 2 plus decades of experience in all facets of the low to mid rise construction industry where his former firm constructed numerous new buildings and building additions from institutional academic buildings to athletic centers, theatrical venues, and numerous academic residential housing developments. Having founded and served for 24 years as CEO of Mullaney Corporation, former Construction Manager's at Risk, Mr. Mullaney understands the vertical construction business, and particularly the demands of private clients, including the unwavering and unrelenting August and December building completion dates for private school client services, notwithstanding labor shortages, strikes, weather, material supply issues, and design documents issues and conflicts between the multiple design disciplines.
Serving New England and New York, his company constructed on average 11 major building proj...
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Christopher D Ling, AIA, NCARB, PP, LEED AP, CCT
ARCHforensic LLC
Chester, New Jersey
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architect, Construction Defect, Architectural Standard of Care, Construction Claims, Forensic Architect, Errors & Omissions, Building Envelope, Affidavit of Merit, Building Code, Expert Testimony, Expert Reports, Claims Consulting, Delay, Contractor, Subcontractor, Fire Rating
Christopher D. Ling, AIA, NCARB, PP, LEED AP, CCT is a highly experienced expert who has written reports in more than 1000 construction cases amounting to $2 Billion in claims and has provided testimony in multiple mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances, including federal court. He has analyzed all aspects of construction projects to support clients in resolving disputes and litigation. His leadership, knowledge, experience, and thorough analysis have been very effective in resolving construction disputes before litigation because of his ability to explain complex design and construction issues in a simple and clear manner. Mr. Ling is a Registered Architect and Professional Planner who has been working in the construction industry since 1986. He is licensed in multiple states plus Washington D.C. and holds a national certificate for architecture from NCARB. Mr. Ling was Chair of the AIA New Jersey Professional Practice Committee and maintains an active design practice. In ...
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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.
Warehouse Distribut...
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David Del Vecchio, AIA, CID, RCS, NCARB, LEEDap
Design and Construction Expert Witness
David Del Vecchio, Architect, LLC
Cranford, New Jersey
Architecture, Construction Defects
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ADA, OSHA, Contracts, Tenant / Landlord, Construction Administration, Interior Design, AIA Contract Documents, Design Defects, Standard of Care, Affidavit of Merit, Architectural Copyright / Intellectual Property, Residential Design, Commercial / Retail Design, Change Orders, Building Envelope, Consumer Fraud Act
David Del Vecchio has over 34 years experience as an active practicing architect and expert witness. He is licensed in multiple states and is a Certified Interior Designer in NJ. He holds an RCS Building Inspector license, and an NCARB certificate. Licensed in NJ, NY, CT, PA, MA, and FL. Provided expert services in IL and the Bahamas.
David taught at Essex County College for 8 years, including Construction Means and Methods, Architectural Design, and Architectural History.
Cases have involved ADA / Building Accessibility; Personal injuries and wrongful death matters involving design or construction; Building codes and associated regulations; Building envelope design, water infiltration, mold, EIFS, roofing, windows, vapor barrier, masonry specifications, standing seam roofing, flat roofs; Architectural copyright, intellectual property, standard of care; Premises litigation, BOMA / Common Area / Tenant Area measurements and area calculations; Illegal construction / construction w...
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Joseph DiPompeo, PE, F.SEI, F.ASCE
Structural Engineering and Construction Defects
Structural Workshop
Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
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Building Envelopes, Civil Engineering, Heliports, Trip Hazards, Construction Cost Estimatesg, Forensic Investigation, Costs and Delays, Construction, Real Estate Due Diligence, Property Maintenance, Facilities Maintenance, Construction Defects, Construction Contracts, Construction Costs, Construction Delays, Failure Analysis
Joe is the founder and President of Structural Workshop, which was founded in February of 2004. Joe has extensive experience in all aspects of structural engineering, structural analysis, structural and construction inspections, and design of a large variety of types of structures and materials. Joe also has extensive experience in Real Estate Due Diligence, Forensic Engineering, and Construction.
Joe is a Fellow of the Structural Engineering Institute of the American Society of Civil Engineers and a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers and is past Chair of the SEI Business Practices Committee and Business and Professional Activities Division. Joe is a past member of the SEI Board of Governors, as well as SEI National President 2020-2021. Currently, Joe serves on the CASE (Council of American Structural Engineers) Contracts Committee.
Joe received a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in Construction Management, and a Master of ...
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Amin Terouhid, Ph.D., PE, PMP, CFE
Scheduling, defect, safety, damages,& fraud expert
Adroit Consultants, LLC
Upper Saddle River, New Jersey
Construction Defects, OSHA
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Civil Engineering, industrial engineering, forensic schedule and delay analysis, construction safety, slip and fall, construction injury, personal injury, standard of care, fraud, construction inspection, loss of productivity, critical path method (CPM), OSHA, damages expert, damages analysis, trip and fall, CPM, scheduling, Delay
Dr. Amin Terouhid is a Principal Consultant with Adroit Consultants, LLC. He leads a vibrant consulting practice on construction claim matters especially in the areas of delay analysis, loss of productivity, claims for changes, construction defects, construction fraud, defects, and injury cases. With extensive experience working on several large and mega construction projects internationally and throughout the United States, he is a recognized expert in preparing and investigating construction claims.
Served numerous times as an expert witness in trial, testimony, and deposition.
Licenses
• Examined and certified as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Examined and certified by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Examined and certified by Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Examined and certified by the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE International) as a Planning and S...
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Max Valerio
Roadway Design and Traffic Engineering Expert
Evidence Solutions, Inc.
Ranchos de Taos , New Mexico
Traffic Engineering, Civil Engineering
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Highway Design , Roadway Safety , Roadway Defects, Construction Work Zones, Traffic Control Devices, Traffic Signals, Guardrails, Roadside Hazards, Defective Pavements, Highway Maintenance, Construction Claims, Construction Delays , Construction Defects, Pedestrian Walkways , Property Right of Way, Sight Distance, Roadway Lighting
Max Valerio is a licensed Professional Engineer with over 36 years of experience in Roadway Design and Transportation Engineering. He specializes in Traffic Engineering, Traffic Control Compliance, and Federal Highway Safety Regulations. Max brings extensive experience in highway and construction administration, including Pre-construction development, Technical Specifications, Cost Estimates, Traffic Control Planning, Traffic Engineering, Contract Development and Negotiations, Construction Contract Administration, and Program and Project Management.
As a Civil Engineer, Max served as the Chief Engineer for the New Mexico Department of Transportation. As Chief Engineer, he directed the department’s statewide design and engineering program and staff. In this role, Max developed Design Policy & Guidance and produced an annual multi-million-dollar Design and Construction program. Max served as the agency’s representative on Contractor Claims & Disputes, Right of Way Condemnation cases...
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Fred B. Lott, AIA, ARA, CSI
Fred Lott Architect
New York
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architect & Engineer Negligence, Construction Defects, Fraudulent Change Orders, Construction License Agreement, Antitrust Complaint, Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Warehouse Thermal Comfort, Bid Steering, Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards
Various Types of Legal Matters that Have Benefited from Fred’s Involvement:
Architect & Engineer Negligence, Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, Failure to Tender Payments Due & Owing for Contract Work Performed,
Fraudulent Change Orders, Faulty Movie & Sound Recording Studios Construction, Faulty Sound Attenuation & Faulty Soundproofing,
Misappropriation of Trade Secrets, Roofing Failure & Related Building Damages, Industrial Climate Control Engineering, Thermal Comfort, & Labor Law,
Aiding & Abetting Fiduciary Duties, Labor Union Disputes, Fraud, Bribery of a Public Official, Criminal Coercion, Construction Defects,
Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Adversary Breach of Contract, Unjust Enrichment, Antitrust Complaint - Sherman Antitrust Act,
Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards, Quantum Meruit, Defamation Per Se, Responsibility for Failure to Maintain a Building,
Fraudulent C...
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David Del Vecchio, AIA, CID, RCS, NCARB, LEEDap
Design and Construction Expert Witness
David Del Vecchio, Architect, LLC
New York
Architecture, Construction Defects
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ADA, OSHA, Contracts, Tenant / Landlord, Construction Administration, Interior Design, AIA Contract Documents, Design Defects, Standard of Care, Affidavit of Merit, Architectural Copyright / Intellectual Property, Residential Design, Commercial / Retail Design, Change Orders, Building Envelope, Consumer Fraud Act
David Del Vecchio has over 34 years experience as an active practicing architect and expert witness. He is licensed in multiple states and is a Certified Interior Designer in NJ. He holds an RCS Building Inspector license, and an NCARB certificate. Licensed in NJ, NY, CT, PA, MA, and FL. Provided expert services in IL and the Bahamas.
David taught at Essex County College for 8 years, including Construction Means and Methods, Architectural Design, and Architectural History.
Cases have involved ADA / Building Accessibility; Personal injuries and wrongful death matters involving design or construction; Building codes and associated regulations; Building envelope design, water infiltration, mold, EIFS, roofing, windows, vapor barrier, masonry specifications, standing seam roofing, flat roofs; Architectural copyright, intellectual property, standard of care; Premises litigation, BOMA / Common Area / Tenant Area measurements and area calculations; Illegal construction / construction w...
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David R. Mullaney, Esq.
D. R. Mullaney P.C.
New York
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Delays, Construction Breach Of Contract, Substandard Workmanship, Architectural Negligence, Design-Engineering Defects, Cost Dispute Analysis & Reconciliation, Building Inspection, Risk Management, Schedule Delay Responsibility, Job Site Failures
David R. Mullaney, Esq. is a detail-oriented licensed Attorney At Law and Construction Expert with 2 plus decades of experience in all facets of the low to mid rise construction industry where his former firm constructed numerous new buildings and building additions from institutional academic buildings to athletic centers, theatrical venues, and numerous academic residential housing developments. Having founded and served for 24 years as CEO of Mullaney Corporation, former Construction Manager's at Risk, Mr. Mullaney understands the vertical construction business, and particularly the demands of private clients, including the unwavering and unrelenting August and December building completion dates for private school client services, notwithstanding labor shortages, strikes, weather, material supply issues, and design documents issues and conflicts between the multiple design disciplines.
Serving New England and New York, his company constructed on average 11 major building proj...
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Robert Hession
Construction Expert | Cost & Claims Analysis
RFH Partners, LLC
New York
Construction, Construction Defects
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Cost to Complete Analysis, Change Order Analysis, Project Execution Failure Analysis, Construction Cost Overruns, Construction Delay & Schedule Impact Analysis, Contractor Billing & Payment Appl, Construction Claims & Dispute Support, Project Execution Failure Analysis, Construction Management Standard of Care
Robert Hession is a construction expert witness with more than 30 years of experience in commercial construction, capital project delivery, and construction risk advisory. His background combines executive leadership with hands-on project execution, providing a practical, real-world perspective in dispute matters.
Mr. Hession is the Principal of RFH Partners, a construction advisory and expert consulting firm focused on construction claims analysis, cost-to-complete evaluation, contractor billing and payment application review, change order exposure, and construction management standard of care. His work involves detailed analysis of project documentation, including contracts, schedules, payment applications, change orders, and cost records, to assess financial exposure and project performance.
Prior to founding RFH Partners, Mr. Hession served as Executive Vice President at J.A. Jennings, where he was responsible for leading complex commercial and institutional construction proje...
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Peter J Glismann, PE
Personal Injury, Premises Liability, CDL
GLISWORKS ENGINEERING & CONSULTING, PLLC
NEW YORK, New York
Construction Defects, Products Liability
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Building Codes, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Construction Defects, Fire, Explosion, Premises Liability
Licensed Professional Engineer (CT, DE, FL, MA, MD, NH, NY, NJ, PA, VT) with over 38 years of experience in construction, safety and code enforcement. Board Certified Diplomate General Member, National Academy of Forensic Engineers. Published author as a safety engineer. BS in Aeronautical and MS in Systems Engineering. Certified Safety Professional. Certified Fire Protection Specialist & Certified Fire Inspector Level 1 (NFPA). Certified Welding Inspector, AWS. Master of Special Inspection, ICC. FAA-Certified Drone Pilot. Licensed as an engineer for over 19 years and over a decade as a Forensic Engineer/Expert Witness.
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Amin Terouhid, Ph.D., PE, PMP, CFE
Scheduling, defect, safety, damages,& fraud expert
Adroit Consultants, LLC
New York
Construction Defects, OSHA
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Civil Engineering, industrial engineering, forensic schedule and delay analysis, construction safety, slip and fall, construction injury, personal injury, standard of care, fraud, construction inspection, loss of productivity, critical path method (CPM), OSHA, damages expert, damages analysis, trip and fall, CPM, scheduling, Delay
Dr. Amin Terouhid is a Principal Consultant with Adroit Consultants, LLC. He leads a vibrant consulting practice on construction claim matters especially in the areas of delay analysis, loss of productivity, claims for changes, construction defects, construction fraud, defects, and injury cases. With extensive experience working on several large and mega construction projects internationally and throughout the United States, he is a recognized expert in preparing and investigating construction claims.
Served numerous times as an expert witness in trial, testimony, and deposition.
Licenses
• Examined and certified as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Examined and certified by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Examined and certified by Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Examined and certified by the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE International) as a Planning and S...
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Derek Graham
Construction Defect, Delay, & Safety Expert
RepOne Consulting
Cold Spring, New York
Construction, Construction Defects
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construction, construction defects, construction delays, construction accidents, construction cost estimation, luxury construction, high end construction, construction safety, construction schedule delays, residential construction, architecture, commercial construction, building, housing, cabinetry
Derek Graham is a forty-year veteran of the construction industry - a construction expert with twenty-three years field experience, and sixteen years experience providing expert witness testimony and litigation consulting services, including construction cost analysis, construction estimation, construction schedule delay and disruption and time impact analysis, job safety, material design and product defects, change order analysis and reconcilement, construction accident causation, slip, trip and fall, architect and contractor standard of care, property damage, and breach of contract.
Derek has testified in several states, as well as a number of Federal cases. His work is divided ⅔ for plaintiffs and ⅓ for defendants. Derek’s book Managing Residential Construction Projects: Strategies and Solutions, was published in 2006, by Mcgraw Hill Technical Book Group
Derek worked as a high-end carpenter and millworker for his first eight years in the construction industry on over one-hundr...
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Kiwesa King, PE, CCM, DBIA, PMP
Construction Management Expert Witness
Expanded Resources LLC
New York, New York
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Management, Construction Administration, Construction Means and Methods, Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems, Property Damage, Premises Liability, Breach of Contract, Constructability Issues, Construction Documents, Construction Best Practices, Project Delivery Methods, Construction Business Practices
Kiwesa King has served as an expert witness for over 15 years, specializing in cases related to property damage, premises liability, and construction business practices. She has investigated and opined on complex cases involving multi-million dollar claims and multiple parties.
Ms. King has been active in the vertical construction market for over 29 years, managing a range of projects, including restorations, renovations, and ground-up construction. Throughout her career, she has served as an engineer, mechanical subcontractor, general contractor, and construction manager.
Her professional credentials include New York State Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Designated Design-Build Professional (DBIA), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certificate of Competence as a New York City Master Fire Protection Contractor, New York City Licensed Site Safety Manager, and New York State Notary Public.
Ms. King leads Expanded Resources LLC, a N...
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John Mclean, RA, NCARB
John Mclean Architect
White Plains, New York
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architectural Practice-Standard of Care, Zoning Regulations, Building Laws-Codes, Building Design/Engineering, Architectural Standards, Building/Site Planning, ADAAG Compliance, Construction Disputes/Claims, Building Exteriors/Envelopes, Reference Standards, Fire-rated Assemblies, Building Science
JOHN MCLEAN ARCHITECT
See complete professional history including projects, lectures, exhibitions and awards at:
https://johnmcleanarchitect.com/architect-mclean.htm
CREDENTIALS
Architect: Practice registered in New York; Licenses have been issued by NY, NJ, PA, IL, CT, LA, & Israel ■ Board Certified, National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
EXPERT TESTIMONY
Forty-five years of design experience as a practicing architect and industrial designer enhances the depth and authority of Mclean’s testimony. Has prepared and presented architectural testimony regarding design, construction, professional practice, land use and zoning on behalf of architects, property and building owners, developers, civic groups, and home owners.
Expert Reports have addressed: ■ The standard of care exercised in the practice of architecture ■ Architect as fiduciary ■ Architectural design and constructability claims ■ Construction disputes ■ Contracts for construction ■ Professional pra...
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Michael J DeVere
Architect - Construction Defects & ADA Compliance
Tryon, North Carolina
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architecture, Standard of Care, Renovation, NCARB, Architect, Professional Liability, ADA Expert Witness, Building Inspection, Construction Defects, PCA, Zoning, Litigation, ADA Compliance, Litigation Support, Permitting, Expert Testimony, Building Code, Restaurant Construction, Expert Witness, Residential Construction
Licensed Architect with 40+ years of experience providing expert witness services and independent consulting across residential, commercial, restaurant, and institutional construction. Available to both plaintiff and defense counsel on matters involving construction defects and standard of care, ADA and building code compliance, property condition assessment, restaurant and commercial renovation, and zoning and permitting disputes.
Distinguished by 20+ years of practical ADA compliance work across 360+ commercial restaurant locations in 10+ states — a depth of hands-on field experience that is rare in a single practice. Direct working experience with Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba's Italian Grill, and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse renovation programs provides authoritative command of brand standards compliance, contractor performance, and construction administration adequacy.
Holds NCARB Certificate #57487 with California as primary license (C-22291, licensed 1991). Currently licensed in...
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Jeffrey A Martin
Fortress BEC
Rougemont, North Carolina
Building Inspection, Construction Defects
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Roofing, EIFS, Waterproofing, Flashing, AAMA, Water Testing, Building Envelope, Wall defects, Water Intrusion, RRC, Roofing Defects, Roofing Failures, Infrared Thermography, Tramex, EIFS Inspector, Adhered Stone, Plaza Deck, Balcony, Sheet Metal, Curtain Wall
Registered Roof Consultant (International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants)
Registered Roof Observer (International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants)
Registered Exterior Wall Observer (International Institute of Building Consultants)
Construction Document Technologist (Construction Specification Institute)
Level One Infrared Thermographer
Certified EIFS Inspector (Association of Walls and Ceilings)
Certified EIFS Inspector and Level I and II Inspector (Exterior Design Institute)
Adhered Stone Certification (Exterior Design Institute)
After growing up in a family run commercial roofing business (3rd generation), I have over 35 years experience in the roofing, sheet metal, and construction industry. My knowledge includes all phases of roofing (Single ply, TPO, EPDM, Modified Bitumen, Built-up Coal Tar, PVC, Shingles, Metal Roofing, Clay Tile, and Slate) as well as related sheet metal work. I also perform wall and waterproofing design, observation, and inspecti...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
North Carolina
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Steven J Johnson, NCARB, AIA
Building forensics and litigation expert
Linea Consulting
Greensboro , North Carolina
Construction Defects, Architecture
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Expert Witness, Professional Opinion, Fact Witness, Field Observation Reporting, Building Envelope, Material Defects, Life Safety Analysis, Code Compliance, Water Intrusion, Construction Data Analysis, Material Sciences, Forensic Architecture, Adaptive Reuse, Historic Preservation, Construction Documentation Analysis
Steven J. Johnson, AIA, is a licensed architect and design/build professional specializing in forensic architecture, construction evaluation, and expert witness support for litigation, arbitration, and mediation. With more than twenty-five years of practice in architecture, construction management, and owner representation, he brings uncommon depth of field experience and professional judgment to the technical and contractual complexities behind construction failures, design disputes, and performance claims.
Steven’s career has been built at the intersection of design intent, construction means and methods, and accountability. He has served as an architect of record, design/builder, and owner’s representative on projects exceeding $100 million in value — giving him a first-hand understanding of how real-world decisions affect code compliance, building performance, cost control, and life safety. His expertise spans commercial, mixed-use, industrial, hospitality, and multi-family hou...
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Michael J Hesterberg, B.S. C.M.I.A.
Construction Defect and Home Inspection Expert
Building Inspections LLC
CINCINNATI, Ohio
Construction Defects, Building Inspection
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Mold Inspections and Assessments, Exterior cladding inspections, Moisture intrusion assessments, Errors and Omission defense for Home Inspectors, Home Inspection related issues, EIFS cladding assessments, Infrared Building Assessments, Commercial roof assessments, Residential roof assessments
I have been a general contractor in residential remodeling as well as an estimator for a large residential remodeling company, I have extensive experience in the field of home inspections having been a home inspector for 32 years. I am an ACI (ASHI Certfied Inspector), American Society of home inspectors. I am a member in good standing at both the Americal Society of Home Inspectors and the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors.
Over my 32 years I have advance credentials in the following areas: Level II Building Envelope Moisture Analyst and EIFS Third Party Inspector- Certified by the Exterior Design Institute (EDI), Certified Mold Inspector and Assessor(CMIA) Environmental Solutions Association, EIFS certifed through Moisture Warranty Corporation, Commercial Building Inspections, Level II Thermographer,Certified Adhered Manufactured Stone Veneer Inspector, HAAG Certified Commercial Roof Inspector,HAAG Certified Residential Roof Inspector
I am licensed as a home ins...
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Jeffrey A Grusenmeyer, RA, NCARB, MPE, CBO
Architecture/Forensics/Construction Defects/Code
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. Certified as a Building Official, Master Plans Examiner, Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector and Residential Building Of...
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Tony DiNicola, AIA, RID, APA
TONY DiNICOLA ARCHITECT
Oklahoma
Architecture, Slip Trip & Fall
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Forensic Architecture, Architectural Design, Construction Defects, Design Defects, Accessibility Design, ADA, Fair Housing, Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS), Plan Reviews, Inspections, Fair Housing Design Standards, Cause and Origin, Water Intrusion, Roofing Failures, Building Codes, Zoning
Mr. DiNicola has over 40 years of experience in all phases of Architecture, Construction, Forensic Architecture, Expert Witness and Accessibility (ADA and Fair Housing). Mr. DiNicola has 20 years of teaching experience. Mr. DiNicola offers forensic consulting in the Following areas
EXPERT WITNESS: Reports and Presentations, Certificates of Merit, Depositions and Testimony
ANALYSIS OF ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES: Architect’s Standard of Care, Architect’s Errors and Omissions, Pre-Construction Services Facility Programing, Design, Bidding Services, Construction Services, Construction Administration and Post-Construction Services
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: ADA Violations, Texas Accessibility Standards (Plan Reviews and Site Inspections), Site and Building Accessibility Compliance
FAIR HOUSING: Compliance with Fair Housing design requirements
CODES AND ORDINANCES: Compliance with Building Codes, Local Ordinances, Industry Standards, ADA and Fair Housing
BUILDING FAILURES: An...
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John Stowe
Property Problems Subject Matter Expert
Covenant Restorations
Skiatook, Oklahoma
Property Damage, Construction Defects
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Approved IICRC Instructor, Building Moisture Inspection, Appraiser, Water Damage, IEP, Master Water Restorer, Level 2 Thermographer, Xactimate, Mold Inspection, Master Fire & Smoke Restorer, Insurance Claims, Restoration Expert, Mold Remediation, Master Textile Cleaner, Umpire, Crime Scene & Trauma, Fire & Smoke Damage
John Stowe is a highly accomplished expert in the inspection, cleaning, restoration, and property insurance industries with over 35+ years of hands-on experience. He is
one of the first Triple Master Restorers in Oklahoma, achieving this distinction in 2010. As the co-founder of Covenant Restorations, alongside his wife Kim Stowe, he
has built a company that exemplifies excellence in inspection, cleaning, restoration, education, and advocacy.
John holds an extensive list of certifications from industry-leading organizations, including the IICRC, OSHA, EPA, ITI, and Xactware, showcased his commitment to maintaining the highest standards in inspection, cleaning, and restoration. He has obtained top-tier certifications in water damage restoration, fire and smoke restoration, microbial remediation, and textile cleaning. Additionally, his years of Level 3 Xactimate Certifications solidifies his expertise in estimating and documentation.
His rigorous scientific methodology, coupled with...
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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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Robert S. Perkins
Construction Defects / Property Insurance Claims
Robert S. Perkins Consulting, LLC
Bend, Oregon
Construction Defects, Insurance
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Insurance Claims, Site Inspections, Building Envelope, Lath and Plaster Stucco, Water Intrusion, Exterior Cladding fungus/dry-rot/mold, Waterproofing snow/ice damage, Quality Control, Construction Accidents, Personal Injuries, Assessment of Property Damages wind water and fire, Testimony
...I am a Forensic Expert Witness providing litigation support and consulting services. Specializing in property assessment claims, field inspections, loss assessments, documentation with photographs and reports of damages and conditions.
* Property Assessments: conduct on-site inspections, evaluation and condition assessments of property damages of single, custom and multi-family residences, commercial and office buildings, for various reasons including fire, water intrusion, wind damage, and impact damage.
* Forensic and consulting services: loss assessments, providing litigation support, expert testimony to insurance companies, law firms, manufacturers, risk managers, property managers and owners, and governmental entities.
Licensed in:
1. California
2. Idaho
3. Oregon
4. Washington
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Nicholas Heimann
General Contractor, Business Owner, Attorney
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Construction, Construction Defects
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Workmanship, Estimating, Warranties, General contracting, Weatherproofing, Plan review, Accessibility, Building code, Siding, Roofing, Masonry, Carpentry, Building envelope, Waterproofing, Finish plumbing, Tile, Substrates, Site safety, Framing, Windows
I am an owner of a general contracting and real estate investment company licensed in the city of Philadelphia. I received my JD from Temple University in 2013 and passed the Pennsylvania Bar. Shortly thereafter after I went into the construction business and have been running these companies ever since. We have completed hundreds of contracting projects for clients ranging from bathroom renovations to large additions. On the real estate investment side, we have purchased and renovated over a dozen properties to flip or rent. These projects varied in scope from quick fix and flip to whole home new construction.
Licensed contractor in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania
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Jeffrey A Grusenmeyer, RA, NCARB, MPE, CBO
Architecture/Forensics/Construction Defects/Code
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. Certified as a Building Official, Master Plans Examiner, Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector and Residential Building Of...
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Martin U Schlegel, Dr. rer.-nat. (Equivalent to PhD)
chemneera LLC
Warrendale, Pennsylvania
Chemistry & Chemicals, Failure Analysis
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Sports Technology, Sports Surfaces, Synthetic Turf, Artificial Turf, Playgrounds, Running Tracks, Gymnasium Floors, Court Surfaces, Construction Defects, Manufacturing, Recreational Coatings, Surface Coatings, Technical Textiles, Protective & Shock-absorbing Materials, Material Fatigue & Failure
Martin Schlegel has more than 25 years of international experience in the sports and recreation industry across novel materials, technology and R&D commercialisation. He is the Principal of chemneera Consulting providing advice and technical expertise to communities, companies and stakeholders in the sport technology, sports infrastructure and sports business industries across Australasia, Europe and the USA. As a Distinguished Member of the Sports Innovation Board of the International Sport Technology Association (ISTA) in Atlanta GA and a Director of the Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN), his work focuses on start-up programs, global partnerships with other clusters of innovation and facilitating export growth of sports technology companies. He previously worked on major sports infrastructure projects across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the USA, including sports surfacing projects for the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games. Throughout his manufacturing career, he worked g...
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Gary S. Barach, CPA, CFE, CFF, CVA
BCG Forensics, LLC
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Business Damages, Economics
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fraud, business valuation, business interruption, lost profits, product recall, personal injury, employment cases, discrimination, contract disputes, dispute resolution, economic damages, construction defects, insurance claims, class action, shareholder disputes, bankruptcy, commercial litigation
Gary S. Barach, CPA, CFE, CFF, CVA, is the founder of Barach Consulting Group, LLC (f/k/a Barach & Company). The firm was established in 1976. He has been retained as a financial forensic and economic expert in over 3,800 cases. His experience in litigation includes business valuation; fraud investigation; bankruptcy; and determining economic damages arising from contract and shareholder disputes, recalled product, and construction defects. Mr. Barach is also a well established expert in economic damages arising from personal injury and discrimination litigation.
Mr. Barach’s professional credentials include Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA), and Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF). He has been qualified as an expert in federal, state, and local courts throughout the United States and has never been precluded from offering testimony as the result of a Daubert motion.
Mr. Barach’s 40 years of experience include...
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John E Poole, P.E.
Construction Defects, Delays, and Standard of Care
CNX Forensics and Consulting
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Construction Defects, Construction
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Standard of Care, Building Codes, Water Intrusion, Building Envelope Failure, Foundation Defects, Structural Failures, Mold and Moisture Damage, Schedule Delay, Contractor Liability, Construction Cost Analysis, Building Code Violations, Residential Construction Defects, Commercial Construction Defects, Pipe Burst
Licensed professional forensic engineer in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, and Florida, John E. Poole III, P.E. is a construction defects, construction delays, and standard of care expert witness with 25 years of hands-on construction industry experience and over 400 completed forensic investigations. He has testified at deposition, arbitration, and trial on behalf of plaintiff and defense counsel, and has been retained by major insurance carriers, self-insured corporations, and law firms on construction defect, delay, and standard of care matters throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and nationally.
CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS
John's forensic practice covers the full spectrum of construction defects in residential and commercial properties. His casework includes water intrusion and building envelope failures, foundation defects and differential settlement, structural failures, roofing and waterproofing failures, siding and stucco failures, window and door failures, draina...
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Anthony Bruttaniti, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Construction Defects / ADA Issues / Building Codes
Bruttaniti Architecture LLC
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architect, ADA compliance, Zoning, Building codes, Building product liability, Slip Trip Fall, Construction defects, Building envelope, Building materials, Construction accidents, Building demolition, Fire damage, Water damage, Structure collapse, Building personal injury
I am a licensed architect in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware and have been in business practicing architecture for the past 35 years.
My education includes a bachelor’s degree in architecture in 1979 from the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). I am regularly engaged in the architectural profession with continuing education, which is a requirement of licensure in each state. I am a certified LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) professional for building design and construction. I am a member of the American Institute of Architects.
My experience includes the designs for hospital and medical facilities, hotels, libraries, restaurants, law offices, office buildings, tenant fit-out, churches, and performance theatres. The residential projects are all types (1-family, 2-family, multi-family), including new construction, rehab of existing dwellings, new additions, and multi-family and mixed-use developments. My work has been in urban design (P...
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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.
Warehouse Distribut...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Pennsylvania
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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David R. Mullaney, Esq.
D. R. Mullaney P.C.
Rhode Island
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Delays, Construction Breach Of Contract, Substandard Workmanship, Architectural Negligence, Design-Engineering Defects, Cost Dispute Analysis & Reconciliation, Building Inspection, Risk Management, Schedule Delay Responsibility, Job Site Failures
David R. Mullaney, Esq. is a detail-oriented licensed Attorney At Law and Construction Expert with 2 plus decades of experience in all facets of the low to mid rise construction industry where his former firm constructed numerous new buildings and building additions from institutional academic buildings to athletic centers, theatrical venues, and numerous academic residential housing developments. Having founded and served for 24 years as CEO of Mullaney Corporation, former Construction Manager's at Risk, Mr. Mullaney understands the vertical construction business, and particularly the demands of private clients, including the unwavering and unrelenting August and December building completion dates for private school client services, notwithstanding labor shortages, strikes, weather, material supply issues, and design documents issues and conflicts between the multiple design disciplines.
Serving New England and New York, his company constructed on average 11 major building proj...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
South Carolina
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Brian Tenace, M.S.M.E, P.E., FMPC®
Fenestration, Construction Defects, Machinery
The Warren Group, Inc.
Irmo, South Carolina
Mechanical Engineering, Products Liability
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Fenestration, Construction Defects, Aerial Lifts, Heavy Machinery, Industrial Accidents, Equipment Damage, Products Liability, Windows, Machinery Damage, Cranes
Consulting Engineer Brian Tenace is a Licensed Professional Engineer and holds a FenestrationMaster® Professional Certification. He has over 15 years of manufacturing and machine design experience in production and quality-driven environments. Brian earned a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida.
As a design engineer, Brian managed, coordinated test plans, and collaborated with multiple departments to set up new production lines for windows. In addition to fenestration design, he designed hardware, above/below ground spill containment vessels, extrusions, dies and molds. He conducted root cause analysis for fatigue, weld, and corrosion failure of steel, springs, pressure vents and sheet metals. He developed tests according to standards and custom specifications as needed, along with modifying manufacturing processes. His failure analysis experience includes impact testing, design for ballistic protection, water infiltration resistance and corros...
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Steve Scoville
Construction Disputes and Property Damage
Scoville & Associates, Inc.
Nashville, Tennessee
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction Defects, Construction Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Healthcare/Commercial/ and Residential Construction, Construction Contracts, Construction Claims, Construction Planning, Insurance Claims Evaluation, Construction Cost Estimates
Scoville & Associates
Construction Expert Witness, Litigation Support, and Consulting
We provide services to Attorneys, Insurers, and Real Property Owners.
Legal dispute experience, five cases.
Four cases were resolved after my client’s receipt of my investigative report.
On the fifth, my pro se client prevailed at trial against a seasoned construction attorney with K L Gates in Nashville, TN, and was awarded damages in the amount I determined for air compensation.
My work as an owner’s representative and construction manager has exposed me to numerous other disputes and challenges.
My experience extends over 50 years in building design and construction, and I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. My qualifications extend beyond a professional license, as I am adept at sourcing relevant information, evaluating disputes, and attesting to the facts.
My experience is primarily in construction planning and management. However, I can handle various cases, including constructi...
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William (Will) Stoner
Flooring/Deck Failures, Slip/Trip/Fall Floor Mats
Stoner Services Inspections & Consulting
Tennessee
Slip Trip & Fall, Construction Defects
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Certified Floor Inspector, Forensic Investigations, Walk-Off Mat Accidents, Hardwood, Carpet, LVP/Vinyl, Laminate, Deck Railing Failures NADRA, Stair Treads, Installation Failure, Walkway Hazards, Thresholds, Transition Strips, Subfloor / Slab Defects, Product Defect, Moisture Intrusion, Maintenance, COF Testing, Walkway Auditor NFSI
WILLIAM (WILL) STONER
Toney, AL (Huntsville) | Cell: 256-653-5627 | will@stonerservices.com
www.stonerservices.com
Professional Summary
A seasoned flooring professional with over 45 years of industry experience, encompassing roles as Installer, Retailer, Certified Flooring Inspector, Instructor, Certified Walkway Auditor, Deck / Railing Evaluation / Inspection Certified, and Expert Witness. This comprehensive background provides an extensive foundation for evaluating flooring systems, walking surfaces safety reviews, concrete & wood subfloor systems moisture damages/failures, and resolving complex disputes involving manufacturing processes, installation practices, product specification, maintenance procedures, and safety related concerns.
Certified Flooring Inspector
Certified in 1998, with more than 20,000 onsite residential and commercial inspections performed to date. Each inspection includes detailed written analyses and photographic documentation for use in claims assessme...
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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 Hicks is a Tennessee licensed General Contractor Commercial/Residential with over 50 years of construction and building experience. 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.
Certifications:
Certified Varco Pruden Design/Build Steel Buildings for Williamson, Maury, Dickson and Rutherford Counties/Middle Tennessee
• Certified General Contractor ...
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Paul David Tucker, SE, PE, FRSE, DFE, CXLT
Construction, Premises Liability, and Storm Damage
ARETE Forensics, PLLC
Tennessee
Structural Engineering, Premises Liability
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Construction Defects, Slip and Fall, Trip and Fall, Trusses, OSHA Violation, Metal Building, Construction Accidents, Construction Failures, Hurricane Damage, Concrete, Wind vs Water Damage, Foundation Damage, Hail Damage, Roof Damage, Water Intrusion, Water Damage, Sea Walls, Settlement, Stucco, Tile
Paul D. Tucker is a civil and structural engineer whose career spans industry, academia, and forensic consulting. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in 18 states, a licensed Structural Engineer (SE) in Georgia, and a Florida Recognized Structural Engineer. In industry, he has been responsible for structural design, project management, construction inspections, and code compliance, personally designing thousands of buildings and structures—among them schools, churches, restaurants, gymnasiums, condominiums, industrial and recreational facilities, retail stores, office buildings, and residences. Before earning his degrees, he worked hands-on in steel fabrication and general construction, experience that continues to inform his practical approach.
Mr. Tucker served 16 semesters on the faculty of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering), where he taught graduate and undergraduate courses and integrated real-world casework into the cla...
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Roger W. Griffith, P.E.
Griffith Engineering & Consulting, Inc.
Jefferson City, Tennessee
Plumbing, HVAC
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Plumbing, plumbing systems, plumbing codes, plumbing design, plumbing engineering, piping, hot water systems, scalding, Legionella, fuel gas systems, gas appliances, gas venting, carbon monoxide poisoning, HVAC, HVAC design, fire protection, sprinkler systems, construction defects, failure analysis
Roger W. Griffith, P.E., is a licensed, professional mechanical engineer (multi-State licensure) 0as a mechanical engineer. He is the founder and principal of Griffith Engineering & Consulting. His experience includes plumbing, HVAC, and sprinkler system design, forensic analysis, and expert witness consulting.
Mr. Griffith provides Forensic Engineering Consulting and expert witness services, including deposition and trial testimony. In addition to plumbing, HVAC, and sprinkler systems, his areas of specialty include carbon monoxide exposure, hot water scalding, and fuel gas explosions. Mr. Griffith is a Board Certified Diplomate of Forensic Engineering by the National Academy of Forensic
Engineers (NAFE).
Prior to founding Griffith Engineering in 1997, Mr. Griffith worked at the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), an electric utility, as a nuclear piping analyst, valve and heat exchanger specialist, maintenance engineer, and later maintenance supervisor at a fossil plant, and qual...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Tennessee
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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William F. Ikerd, II, PhD, PE, CM-BIM
Building Information Modeling (BIM), VDC, LOD
IKERD Consulting, LLC
Dallas, Texas
Construction, Technology
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Building Information Modeling (BIM), Level Of Development (LOD), Structural Engineering, 3D Modeling, Laser Scanning, LiDAR, scan-to-BIM, Metrology, Failure Analysis, Forensic Engineering, Architecture, MEP, mechanical, construction defects, concrete, steel, wood, timber, masonry, civil engineering
Dr. Will Ikerd, PhD, P.E. (TX) is principal at IKERD, a firm that specializes in consulting for attorneys, owners, general contractors, trade contractors and designers of buildings, civil, infrastructure, mechanical and manufacturing projects. The firm focuses in the areas of engineering, laser scanning, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) and Building Information Modeling (BIM). Mr. Ikerd is currently on the board of directors of the BIMForum and chairs three of their Taskforces; BIM Execution Plan (BxP), Reality Capture / Laser scanning and Level Of Development (LOD). He graduated with his bachelor’s in civil engineering and masters in structural engineering in 1998 from Washington University in St. Louis with a focus on 3D parametric modeling and is currently a University of Denver PhD candidate in BIM research.
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Texas
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Brian Huang, PE, SE, LEED AP
Structural Engineering Expert Witness
H2Y Consulting
Houston, Texas
Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
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Building code, Building envelope, Retaining wall, Foundation movement, Water intrusion, Post-tension & Precast Concrete, Roof & Building collapse, Construction delay, ADA trip and fall, Swimming pool safety, Standard of care, Certificate of merit, Wind and hail, Roofing, Stucco, Explosion
Mr. Huang has over 25 years of expertise in research, design, and forensic analysis within the fields of structural
engineering and the building envelope industry. His professional background includes the structural design of new buildings, evaluation and design of renovation and repair projects, post-construction forensic assessments of structural and building envelope failures, and analysis of premises liability concerning code compliance.
In the realm of structural design, Mr. Huang's experience encompasses high-rise buildings, parking garages, tilt-up concrete,
and corporate office campuses. As a forensic engineering expert, he has conducted evaluations to provide professional opinions on the causes and origins of building damage and failures, including structural and retaining wall collapses, roof collapses, differential foundation movement, storm damage to various roofing materials, explosion and construction vibration damage,
seismic impacts, and building envelope failures.
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Paul Overton
Construction Defects Expert
Overton Engineering and Consulting
Texas
Construction Defects, Construction Engineering
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construction defects, general contractor, cost of completion, causation, MEP, cost of repair, roofing license, scope of work creation, licensed engineering, sufficiency of settlement, building assessment reportss, owners representative, structural engineering, 558 claims, destructive testing, expert testimony, civil engineering
Paul Overton is a Florida-licensed Certified General Contractor, licensed roofing contractor, and principal of a licensed engineering and construction consulting firm specializing in concrete restoration, waterproofing, structural repairs, and exterior façade rehabilitation for condominium and HOA communities. His practice focuses on forensic construction services, construction defect and insurance-related matters, complex building assessments, and owner’s representation throughout the State of Florida.
Mr. Overton brings nearly four decades of hands-on experience and has been directly involved in hundreds of destructive testing and forensic investigation assignments. His work includes 40- and 50-year recertifications, Milestone Inspections, Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS), and comprehensive building assessment reports. Services routinely include destructive testing execution and oversight, forensic documentation, code and standard-of-care analysis, repair scope develop...
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Michael D. Stall, MSCE, PE, DFE, CPAU
Expert in Construction Forensic Engineering
Managed Response, Inc.
Sugar Land, Texas
Construction, Construction Defects
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Construction, Defects, Forensic Engineering, Property Loss, Insurance Dispute, Schedule Dispute, Design Defect, Fire, Flood, Hurricane, Safety, Injury, Disaster, Collapse, Liability
Michael D. Stall, MSCE, PE, DFE, CPAU is a respected authority in the field of Construction Forensic Engineering, combining a powerful blend of academic excellence, hands-on industry experience, and professional certifications. As the Founder and President of Managed Response, Inc. (MRI)—a licensed engineering and construction firm—Mr. Stall leads a team that not only manages complex construction projects, but also provides forensic investigations, litigation support, and expert testimony related to construction and insurance disputes.
With over four decades of experience in the construction industry, Mr. Stall has built a career that spans nearly every role in the field—from carpenter and ironworker to construction manager and forensic engineer. His expertise covers a wide range of project types including residential homes, commercial buildings, manufacturing plants, power facilities, and medical centers. He has assessed and repaired structures damaged by hurricanes, fires, earthq...
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Gary T Gilmore
Construction Expert Witness
Site Pro Solutions
Cedar Hill, Texas
Construction Defects, Construction
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Building Envelope Failure, Construction Failure Analysis, Moisture Damage, Balcony and Railing Failure, Window Failure, Flashing Failure, Construction Failure Analysis, Construction Standards, Roofing Defects and Leaks, Residential Construction Defects, Building Water Intrusion, Commercial Construction Defects
Gary Gilmore is a construction executive, consultant, and expert witness with nearly 40 years of experience in residential, commercial, multi-family construction. He currently serves as Senior Vice President of Construction for a regional real estate organization and is the founder and principal consultant of Site Pro Solutions, LLC, where he provides construction consulting, project evaluation, due diligence, capital planning, and expert witness services.
Throughout his career, he has managed and overseen construction projects ranging from small renovations to capital improvement and development projects exceeding $10 million in value. His experience spans virtually every phase of the construction process.
Beginning his career with hands-on field construction experience, Mr. Gilmore developed a practical understanding of construction means, methods, materials, sequencing, workmanship standards, and jobsite operations before advancing into leadership and executive management ...
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Amin Terouhid, Ph.D., PE, PMP, CFE
Scheduling, defect, safety, damages,& fraud expert
Adroit Consultants, LLC
Texas
Construction Defects, OSHA
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Civil Engineering, industrial engineering, forensic schedule and delay analysis, construction safety, slip and fall, construction injury, personal injury, standard of care, fraud, construction inspection, loss of productivity, critical path method (CPM), OSHA, damages expert, damages analysis, trip and fall, CPM, scheduling, Delay
Dr. Amin Terouhid is a Principal Consultant with Adroit Consultants, LLC. He leads a vibrant consulting practice on construction claim matters especially in the areas of delay analysis, loss of productivity, claims for changes, construction defects, construction fraud, defects, and injury cases. With extensive experience working on several large and mega construction projects internationally and throughout the United States, he is a recognized expert in preparing and investigating construction claims.
Served numerous times as an expert witness in trial, testimony, and deposition.
Licenses
• Examined and certified as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Examined and certified by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Examined and certified by Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Examined and certified by the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE International) as a Planning and S...
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Gary L. Jackson, P.E., CSP, CFEI
Engineering, Safety & Fire - Expert Investigations
System Engineering And Laboratories Corporation (SEAL Corp)
Tyler, Texas
Engineering, Safety
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Fire Origin and Cause, Equipment Tractors Cranes, Structural, Explosion, Construction Safety, Accident, Marine, Premises, Design Defects, Manufacturing Defects, Watercraft, Plumbing, Failure Analysis, Construction Defects, Causation, Forensic, Slip Trip & Fall, ATV/UTV, Material, Mechanical
Mr. Jackson has 27+ years' experience as an Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A & M University graduating in 1984. Mr. Jackson has testified as an expert witness over 100 times in his career. Mr. Jackson is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Texas and Louisiana. he also holds national certifications in safety as a CSP - Certified Safety Professional, CFEI - Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator, Certified Drone Pilot, and state licenses as a Private Investigator, Certified Security Officer, Personal Protection Officer - Texas Private Security. Mr. Jackson is currently a member of the National Association of Fire Investigators and has previously been a member of NSPE, SAE, NFPA, and previously a certified firefighter, certified scuba diver, among other pursuits.
Mr. Jackson has testified on a wide variety of subjects for both plaintiff and defense matters. His early professional experience began with NASA/JSC as a support...
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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
Dr. Abdelhamid has been designated as an expert witness for many litigated cases. Dr. 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 v...
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Dan Bawden, CAPS, CGP, CGR, GMB, GMR, CFLC, JD.
Residential Construction Defects Expert Witness
DanBawdenexpertwitness.com
Houston, Texas
Construction Defects, Construction
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Construction Defects, Repair Cost Estimates, Roof and flashing failures, Duty of Care, Damage causation, Code compliance, Project Management, Materials and Methods, Building, Remodeling, Performance standards, cost estimating, Construction Performance Standards, New Construction, Water Damage
Mr. Dan Bawden has an outstanding reputation for winning cases, and over 45 years of residential construction experience. He possesses a unique combination of being a practicing attorney and an accomplished, award-winning builder/remodeler with numerous professional certifications in construction. This makes him a highly credible witness in all facets of residential and light commercial construction. Just as importantly, Mr. Bawden has a musical theatre background, so he thinks fast on his feet, is a clear and charming communicator, and understands the legal aspects of litigation better than other construction experts.
Mr. Bawden helped write the NAHB "Residential Construction Performance Guidelines" (6th edition, published August 24, 2022) which is a nationally recognized source for construction performance standards. With experience assisting both homeowners and builders, Mr. Bawden is very effective an excellent and clear communicator, extremely likable and effective befo...
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Jeff Hunt, MBA, CGR, GMR, GMB, CAPS, CGP, HCI-R, HCI-W, CFLC
Experienced Construction Expert Witness
Jeff Hunt Construction
Houston, Texas
Construction, Construction Defects
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Contract disputes, defects, insurance claims, storm damage, product defects, construction accidents, duty of care, fire damage, wind damage, hail damage, termite damage, cost to repair, estimating, project management, scheduling, safety, green building, remodeling, mediation, arbitration
Jeff is the founder and President of Jeff Hunt Construction, a residential design-build firm in Houston Texas. His construction experience includes commercial projects up to $125 million such as luxury hotels, hospitals, schools, airports, and office buildings. His residential construction experience includes custom home building and remodeling on projects up to $750,000, including major additions, upscale kitchen and baths, fire & flood restoration, and whole house renovations. In addition to his construction experience, Jeff has over 10 years of experience as a strategic and information technology consultant, beginning with a career at Andersen Consulting (now known as Accenture). Backed by a strong background in both business and construction, he is regarded as an accomplished speaker and instructor, and a credible expert. His experience as an expert witness includes testifying in state and federal courts on matters including contract disputes, duty of care, construction defects,...
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Fred B. Lott, AIA, ARA, CSI
Fred Lott Architect
Texas
Architecture, Construction Defects
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Architect & Engineer Negligence, Construction Defects, Fraudulent Change Orders, Construction License Agreement, Antitrust Complaint, Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Warehouse Thermal Comfort, Bid Steering, Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards
Various Types of Legal Matters that Have Benefited from Fred’s Involvement:
Architect & Engineer Negligence, Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, Failure to Tender Payments Due & Owing for Contract Work Performed,
Fraudulent Change Orders, Faulty Movie & Sound Recording Studios Construction, Faulty Sound Attenuation & Faulty Soundproofing,
Misappropriation of Trade Secrets, Roofing Failure & Related Building Damages, Industrial Climate Control Engineering, Thermal Comfort, & Labor Law,
Aiding & Abetting Fiduciary Duties, Labor Union Disputes, Fraud, Bribery of a Public Official, Criminal Coercion, Construction Defects,
Standard of Care Responsibility & Compliance, Adversary Breach of Contract, Unjust Enrichment, Antitrust Complaint - Sherman Antitrust Act,
Treachery & Self-Dealing Related to Professional Practice Industry Standards, Quantum Meruit, Defamation Per Se, Responsibility for Failure to Maintain a Building,
Fraudulent C...
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Aaron D. Miller, ICC R-5,RCI, ACI
Residential Construction Defects Expert
Texas Inspector Expert
Garland, Texas
Construction Defects, Building Inspection
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Deck Construction and Safety, Residential Construction, Residential Building Codes, Construction, Residential Construction Defects, Home Inspector Malpractice, Code-Related Premises Liability, Contractor Standard of Care, Texas Residential Construction Liability Act, ADA
I have been in the residential construction profession since 1975. Currently I work full-time as a licensed home inspector in the DFW, Texas area. I specialize in oversight of new home building for the buyers of the homes.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
22 years as a general residential and light commercial remodeling and building contractor.
29 years as a full-time residential inspector.
26 years as an American Society of Home Inspectors Certified Inspector.
20 years as an International Code Council-certified Residential Combination Inspector.
Texas Residential Construction Commission Registered Builder from 2004 - 2009.
Texas Residential Construction Commission Dispute Resolution Inspector 2004 - 2009.
I have inspected over 14,000 properties, have been hired by attorneys and their clients 60 times for consultation, and have been deposed 25 times.
Areas of expertise include:
Residential Construction
Residential Construction Defects
Residential Building Codes
Residential En...
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Benjamin Casey, PE, CPP, PSP, aDBIA
Industry Leader in Bldg CODES | FIRE | SECURITY
CODEX Engineering
Texas
Fire, Engineering
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Fire Protection Engineering, Security, Building Code, Arson, Smoke Detection, Fire Alarm, Sprinkler, Fire Suppression, Fire Detection, Smoke and CO Alarm, Forensic, Fire Spread, Fire Recreation, Origin and Cause, Consumer Products, Failure Analysis, Fire Modeling, Explosion, Safety, Construction Defects
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) of Fire Protection Engineering plus specialized expertise in Building Construction Codes and ASIS Board Certified in Physical Security (PSP & CPP).
Executive leader in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) industry - Expert in building codes, setting risk-reduction strategies, balancing safety with security, and managing complex practices/programs including "surgical" engineering problem-solving for complex multi-disciplinary project issues.
|| Creator & Host of the "FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEERING PODCAST" ||
I've developed numerous firms from my own startups to large firm expansion initiatives and personally specialize in risk-based engineering (i.e., Resilience) and consulting for diverse clients in a broad range of A/E/C industry markets. Including extensive experience within Government, Transit & Tunnels, Multinational Corporate/Commercial, Education, Data Centers, State & Local Government, Mission Critical & SCIF, Aviation, Hist...
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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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Rudy R Robinson, III, MAI
Austin Valuation Consultants, Ltd.
Georgetown, Texas
Appraisal & Valuation, Real Estate Appraiser
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environmental concerns, air, ground water and soil contamination, construction and foundation defects, fire and flood damage, eminent domain, proximity/nuisance issues
Real estate appraiser and consultant. Specializes in real estate damage and value diminution caused by environmental contamination. Experienced in a wide variety of property types - industrial, retail, office multi-family, single-family residential, vacant land, and special purpose properties such as landfills, hazardous waste incernerators, livestock ranches, religious facilities, etc. Litigation support and expert witness testimony in state and federal courts. Experienced mediator/arbitrator.
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Michael Fiebig, RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, CFPS, CEP
Fiebig Architecture
Texas
Construction Defects, Premises Liability
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Architecture, Construction, Construction Defect, Fire Protection, Fire Suppression, Fire-Resistive Assemblies, Residential Construction, Commercial Construction, Building Codes, Premises Liability, Slip & Fall, Trip & Fall
Registered architect with NCARB certificate in twenty states (licensed in more states than are listed in this directory), with an active design and forensic practice. As a forensic architect, his experience includes among other things, performing analysis of standard of care in building design and construction projects; performing analyses of building systems including roofing systems, window and door systems, exterior wall cladding systems, waterproofing and foundation systems, with a specialization in fire-resistive assemblies and active fire-protection systems. His experience includes premises liability investigation and analysis of accident sites relating to the built environment, both indoors and outdoors. As a design architect, his practice includes traditional architectural practice including building design, building code analysis & application, and services during construction.
Michael is a Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), credentialed under the authority of th...
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Ed vonDran, PE
Environmental, & Built Environment Expert
Alpha Terra Engineering
San Antonio, Texas
Environmental Engineering, Construction Defects
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Environmental Studies, Enviromental Design, Occupational Health & Safety, OSHA compliance, Air Permits minor, Built Environment Assessment, Facility Audits, Property Condition Assessments, Oil & Gas Facilities, Saltwater Disposals, HazMat, Geophysics, Lead, Mold, Asbestos, Spill Cleanup, Compliance Plans
Construction Defects & Environmental Expert Witness - Assessed and evaluated quality of construction, repair and maintenance of the built environment. Evaluated over 225 M Square Feet and over 50,000 structures worldwide for Federal and private clients in 45 states, 8 countries, including Greenland and Turkey on 84 military installations and 75 Veterans administration facilities and countless private facilities.
Mr. vonDran also brings additional value as a trained industrial hygienist, safety and health expert, and environmental engineer with 35 years hands on cleanup experience.
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Tony DiNicola, AIA, RID, APA
TONY DiNICOLA ARCHITECT
Fort Worth, Texas
Architecture, Slip Trip & Fall
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Forensic Architecture, Architectural Design, Construction Defects, Design Defects, Accessibility Design, ADA, Fair Housing, Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS), Plan Reviews, Inspections, Fair Housing Design Standards, Cause and Origin, Water Intrusion, Roofing Failures, Building Codes, Zoning
Mr. DiNicola has over 40 years of experience in all phases of Architecture, Construction, Forensic Architecture, Expert Witness and Accessibility (ADA and Fair Housing). Mr. DiNicola has 20 years of teaching experience. Mr. DiNicola offers forensic consulting in the Following areas
EXPERT WITNESS: Reports and Presentations, Certificates of Merit, Depositions and Testimony
ANALYSIS OF ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES: Architect’s Standard of Care, Architect’s Errors and Omissions, Pre-Construction Services Facility Programing, Design, Bidding Services, Construction Services, Construction Administration and Post-Construction Services
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: ADA Violations, Texas Accessibility Standards (Plan Reviews and Site Inspections), Site and Building Accessibility Compliance
FAIR HOUSING: Compliance with Fair Housing design requirements
CODES AND ORDINANCES: Compliance with Building Codes, Local Ordinances, Industry Standards, ADA and Fair Housing
BUILDING FAILURES: An...
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Paul David Tucker, SE, PE, FRSE, DFE, CXLT
Construction, Premises Liability, and Storm Damage
ARETE Forensics, PLLC
U.S. Virgin Islands
Structural Engineering, Premises Liability
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Construction Defects, Slip and Fall, Trip and Fall, Trusses, OSHA Violation, Metal Building, Construction Accidents, Construction Failures, Hurricane Damage, Concrete, Wind vs Water Damage, Foundation Damage, Hail Damage, Roof Damage, Water Intrusion, Water Damage, Sea Walls, Settlement, Stucco, Tile
Paul D. Tucker is a civil and structural engineer whose career spans industry, academia, and forensic consulting. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in 18 states, a licensed Structural Engineer (SE) in Georgia, and a Florida Recognized Structural Engineer. In industry, he has been responsible for structural design, project management, construction inspections, and code compliance, personally designing thousands of buildings and structures—among them schools, churches, restaurants, gymnasiums, condominiums, industrial and recreational facilities, retail stores, office buildings, and residences. Before earning his degrees, he worked hands-on in steel fabrication and general construction, experience that continues to inform his practical approach.
Mr. Tucker served 16 semesters on the faculty of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering), where he taught graduate and undergraduate courses and integrated real-world casework into the cla...
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David L. Mefford, CR, CMP
Expert- Construction Defects, Water, Fire & Mold
dlm inc
American Fork, Utah
Construction Defects, Mold
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Flood Damage, Fire Repair, Smoke Repair, Sewage, Water Damage, Mold Remediation, Rodent Remediation, Xactimate, Xactware, Water Mitigation
David Mefford is an experienced Contractor and Remediation Expert. As such, he is highly qualified as a Consultant and Expert Witness in nearly every aspect of Construction, including; Construction Defects, Defective Building Envelopes, Water Intrusion, Sewage Backups, Mold Remediation, as well as Flood and Fire Restoration. EXPERIENCE: His first job was as a carpenter's apprentice the summer of 1965. Since then, he has built, repaired or remodeled over 3,500 residential and commercial buildings. Over 2,500 of those projects have occurred since 1999 when MR. Mefford moved into the Flood and Fire Restoration Industry. He fixed Construction Defects, Water Damage, Fire, Smoke, and Mold, including the supervision, remediation, and repair of most projects. CONSULTATION AND EXPERT WITNESS: In 2004, Mr. Mefford expanded into Consultation and Expert Witness work for clients who found themselves in litigation. Since then he has worked on over 95 cases; providing reports, depositions, an...
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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
Mr. Marcor Platt is a licensed civil and structural engineer (PE/SE) with authority to practice across 26 U.S. states, districts, and territories (see his Curriculum Vitae for the full list), reflecting both the breadth of his expertise and the national demand for his work. He is a credentialed Building Code Specialist, holding certification as a Certified Building Official (CBO) through the International Code Council, and a recognized leader in project delivery, certified by the Project Management Institute as both a Project Management Professional (PMP) and Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP).
Mr. Platt provides expert opinion reports and testimony for structural and civil projects involving forensic engineering, design engineering, building codes, and project management. He has conducted between 800 and 1,000 forensic investigations involving roof failures, wall failures, foundation issues, corrosion, or other forms of damage resulting from rain, hail, wind, snow, flood, tor...
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Mark "Jake" Jacobson
Construction Defect & Standard of Care Expert
The Expert Construction Witness, LLC
Utah
Construction, Construction Defects
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Residential, Standard of Care, Building Codes, Workmanship, Plumbing, Commercial, Roofing & Stucco, Plan Reviews, Project Documents & Costs, Electrical, Water Intrusion, Facilities Management, Site Evals, Framing, Litigation Support, Concrete, Site Inspections, Product Evals, Mechanical, Insurance
Mark “Jake” Jacobson
Building Inspector
Building Official
Construction Expert Witness
Consultant
Facilities Manager
General Contractor
Pre-Purchase Inspector
Project Manager
Project Superintendent
Mark “Jake” Jacobson serves as a construction expert witness and consultant in matters involving construction defects, delays, cost overruns, project management issues, and standard-of-care concerns. He works with attorneys and their clients throughout Colorado, Utah and surrounding states.
He brings over 30 years of experience in construction, construction management, facilities management, and business management. His background includes roles as a building inspector, building official, jobsite superintendent, facilities manager, general contractor, and construction consultant/analyst. This breadth of experience provides a practical, experience-based perspective on construction practices, building codes, and the applicable standard of care.
His work includes residential new construct...
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Garrett Johnson, PSP, CCE, CCM
Construction Expert, Licensed Contractor
PCI PDC Services, LLC
Salt Lake City, Utah
Construction, Construction Defects
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Schedule Delays, Damages, Multi-Family Developments, Healthcare Construction, Real Estate, Contracts, Subcontractors, Cost Analysis, Estimating, Scheduling, Excavation, Concrete, Steel, Framing, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Building Envelope
Over $3 billion and 25+ years of complex, commercial construction experience working with owners/developers, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, material and equipment suppliers, government agencies/LAHJ and lenders/financing. Project delivery methodologies include: Design/Build, Design-Bid-Build, Construction Manager at Risk (CMR), Construction Manager Agency (CMA), and Multiple-Prime Contractors. Project types include: healthcare, multi-family, retail, government/GSA.
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Colby J Walter, CAPS, GMB, CGP
Residential Construction Expert - Utah and Idaho
Construction Experts, LLC
Pleasant Grove, Utah
Construction, Construction Defects
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Residential Construction, Custom Home Building, Production Home Building, Speculative Building, Spec Homes, Remodels, Home Additions, Real Estate, Construction Contracts, Subcontractors, Construction Loans, Cost Analysis, Estimates, Scheduling
Over 25 years of experience in the construction industry, including the construction of hundreds of single family dwellings. These projects include design-build custom homes and production-based speculative building. Additional experience includes residential remodel/addition projects, multi-family apartment buildings, commercial tenant improvement including office space, recreation, therapeutic and entertainment space. Experience includes design, inspection, supervision of subcontractor trades, material procurement, management of suppliers & vendors, invoicing, and scheduling. An experienced expert witness, including consulting for both plaintiff and defendant in multiple residential construction legal cases.
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Guy A. Marchessault
Daybreak Building Services
Colchester, Vermont
Construction, Construction Defects
40 years experience in commercial and residential building and remodeling, design/build and project management. Most experienced with interior renovations, office renovations, kitchen and bathroom replacements, room additions, house expansions and egress systems. Completed OSHA training in construction safety and was a trainer for 10 hour and 30 hour classes in construction safety.
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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, code compliance
Mr. 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 25 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. Furlong provides services in the ...
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Mohamed E. Hassan, PhD, PE
Hassan Consulting Group, LLC
Gainesville, Virginia
Construction, Construction Defects
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Engineering Design, Building Codes, construction management, structural engineering, infrastructure engineering, reinforced concrete, steel structures, bridges, Structure engineer, foundations, piers, abutments, and soil analysis
- 45 years construction design and management of commercial and residential projects.
- 20 years Construction Expert Witness
- 15 years of teaching experience in George Mason University, DeVry University and NVCC
- 20 years of mediation and conflict resolution
Mohamed Hassan, PhD, PE has 45 years of diversified experience in the construction industry for commercial and residential projects. He is the principal of Hassan Consulting Group, LLC specializing in designing and building a variety of projects. He was an adjunct professor at George Mason University, DeVry University, and Northern Virginia Community College.
LICENSES: He is a licensed professional engineer PE in the states of Virginia and Texas. He is also licensed contractor in the state of Virginia and District of Colombia (Washington DC). He is certified by the Supreme Court of Virginia as a Mediator. He is admitted in Virginia, West Virginia and Washington DC Court Systems.
CONSTRUCTION EXPERT: Experienced in co...
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Thomas Collier, Jr
Highly Experienced Expert, Summa Cum Laude
Collier Consultants
Virginia
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
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Mark J Lawless, CSMI
Construction Consultant
Seattle, Washington
Construction, Safety
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Construction Defects, Premises Liability, Changed Conditions, Engineering (Field), Risk Management, Scope of Work, Insurance Coverage, Scheduling, Subcontracting, Estimating, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Standard Practices
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Timothy Browne
Construction Forensics Expert Witness
Maverick Mountain Consulting
Washington
Construction Defects, Construction
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Construction Forensics, Expert Witness, Insurance Appraisal, Insurance Appraiser, Insurance Appraisal Umpire, Building Envelope Analysis, Building Code Analysis, Personal Injury (Construction), Roofing Assessments, Property Loss Analysis, Repair Cost Estimating
Tim began his construction career in the early 1990s working for his family’s insulation company in Michigan. From his teens, he was hands-on—installing insulation, repairing equipment, estimating, and selling. After high school, he worked as a rough carpenter on custom homes before co-founding a general contracting company, with projects ranging from high-end custom homes to large residential and commercial remodels. This exposure gave him a comprehensive understanding of energy-efficient building, structural details, and the importance of clear communication between designers, trades, and owners.
In 2005, Tim and his family moved to Phoenix, where he managed projects for a residential and commercial firm before overseeing the final year of construction of a 28,000 sq. ft. home on an 8-acre estate in Paradise Valley. He later became director of operations at a custom tile and hardscape company. Building in Arizona’s harsh desert climate presented Tim with new challenges where cons...
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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 ...
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