Construction Defects Expert Witnesses in Florida
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: Building Envelope, Construction Defects, Water Intrusion, Building Codes, Construction, Construction Defect, Hurricane Damage, Concrete, Fenestration, Moisture Intrusion, Premises Liability, Roofing, Waterproofing, Civil Engineering, and Forensic Engineering.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Scott Harvey-Lewis, PE, LEED AP
Construction Defect & Building Safety Expert
Building Mavens
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Structural Engineering, Construction Defects
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Expert Witness, Construction Defect, Forensic Engineering, Structural Engineering, Milestone Inspections, Mechanical Engineering, Building Recertification, Florida Building Code, Water Intrusion, Exterior Walls , Building Envelope, Waterproofing Systems, Roofing Systems, Concrete , Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Steel
Scott Harvey-Lewis, PE, LEED AP, is a forensic structural engineer and expert witness with more than 20 years of experience. As Founder and CEO of Building Mavens, he investigates structural failures, construction defects, water intrusion, and building code compliance on behalf of attorneys, owners, developers, property managers, and insurance companies.
Mr. Harvey-Lewis provides expert witness testimony and litigation support in construction defect and structural failure matters, translating complex technical findings into clear, defensible conclusions for use in mediation, deposition, and trial. His forensic practice covers building envelope and exterior wall systems, waterproofing and roofing failures, concrete deterioration and restoration, balcony and railing failures, and parking garage assessments.
In Florida, his work includes milestone inspections, structural integrity reserve studies (SIRS), and building safety recertification under the state's recertification requiremen...
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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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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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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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Clinton J. Ford, M. Sc. ACA, CGC, CIE, CMR, CRMI
Premises Liability Expert Witness and Consultant
Advanced Building Consultants
Alachua, Florida
Construction, Premises Liability
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Construction, Construction Defects, Environmental, Indoor Air Quality, Mold, OSHA, Premises Liability, Safety, Slip, 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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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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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, Electrocution
Nicholas Strachan is a licensed Professional Engineer (Electrical) in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, New York, and North Carolina, and a licensed Plans Examiner and Infrared Thermographer in Florida.
He has over 25 years of experience in engineering design, quality assurance, and building safety 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 testi...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 the forensic investigation, evaluation, consulting, and performance assessment of building enclosure systems for both new and existing structures, including exterior wall, waterproofing, fenestration, and roofing systems. Her experience includes residential, multi-family, commercial, institutional, hospitality, and high-rise buildings throughout Florida and the United States.
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-Pres...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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