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Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering Consultant

Jamie L. Petty-Galis, M. S., P.E. is a forensic metallurgical and mechanical engineering expert specializing in material failure analysis and structural integrity assessment. With a career encompassing diverse material applications in industries such as aviation, biomedical, and oil and gas, she brings a multidisciplinary approach to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating material failures, assessing structural integrity, and evaluating the root causes of system failures. Ms. Petty-Galis has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in aviation, oil and gas, and transportation industries. Her M.S. in Materials Science from The University of Texas at Arlington, along with her Texas Professional Engineer license, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving complex material systems.

Biomedical Systems Expert - 25+ Yrs, 10 Patents

Eric A. Bharucha, M.Sc., B.Eng., B.Sc., P.E. is a biomedical systems expert specializing in medical device development and regulatory compliance. With a multidisciplinary career encompassing electrical engineering, microbiology, and systems integration, he brings a comprehensive framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating electronic system failures, assessing regulatory compliance pathways, and evaluating whether design deviations impact device safety. Mr. Bharucha has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements worldwide, involving medical devices, aerospace systems, and advanced sensor technologies. His M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer (P.E.) designation, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving electronic system failures and regulatory compliance.

Professor of Cardiovascular Diseases

Alison Lesley Marsden, Ph.D. is a Biomedical Engineering expert specializing in cardiovascular modeling and computational fluid dynamics in litigation contexts. With a career spanning bioengineering, digital health, and pediatric cardiology, she brings a multidisciplinary framework to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating cardiovascular device efficacy, assessing computational modeling accuracy, and evaluating whether surgical interventions meet industry standards. Ms. Marsden has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to cardiovascular disease, medical devices, and pediatric cardiology. Her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, along with her Fellow status in the Biomedical Engineering Society and American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving cardiovascular modeling and medical devices.

Imaging Scientist

Joseph Dagher, Ph.D. is an Imaging Science expert specializing in patent disputes and imaging system analysis. With a career encompassing imaging systems, optical systems, and data analysis algorithms, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating imaging system failures, assessing patent infringement claims, and evaluating the integrity of imaging processes. Mr. Dagher has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving patent and trade secret cases, as well as inter partes review cases. His Doctor of Philosophy in Optical Sciences, along with his extensive experience in imaging systems and data analysis, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving imaging technology and patent infringement.

Chartered Engineer & Concrete Technologist

PROFESSOR PETER ROBERY FREng CEng FICE FCS FICT is a concrete technology and forensic engineering expert specializing in failure investigation and construction defects. With a career spanning concrete construction technology, inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing compliance with concrete specifications, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Mr. Robery has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements internationally, involving cases such as airport concrete structures, warehouse flooring, and water supply projects. His BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering and PhD in Concrete Technology, along with his Chartered Engineer designation, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving concrete performance and construction failures.

Senior Software & Hardware Engineer, Computer Scientist, Expert Witness

Bert Schiettecatte, MSc/CS, MA/MST is an intellectual property litigation expert specializing in software and hardware engineering disputes. With a career encompassing digital signal processing, algorithmic trading, and embedded systems, he brings a multifaceted technical perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating software source code integrity, assessing hardware design compliance, and evaluating whether trade secret misappropriation has occurred. Mr. Schiettecatte has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving patent litigation, trade secret misappropriation, and breach-of-contract cases. His Master of Science in Computer Science from Vrije Universiteit Brussel, along with his Master of Arts in Music, Science and Technology from Stanford University, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving complex software and hardware systems.

Principal Engineer

Wayne J. Seiler, Ph.D., P.E. is a pavement engineering expert specializing in forensic analysis and pavement management systems. With a career spanning airport, highway, and port pavement engineering, he brings a comprehensive understanding of pavement evaluation and rehabilitation design to litigation work. His work centers on investigating pavement failures, assessing nondestructive deflection testing results, and evaluating whether rehabilitation designs meet industry standards. Dr. Seiler has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving airport and port pavement projects. His Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in MN, IL, NC, FL, VA, MD, and MS, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving pavement failures and management systems.

Expert Witness Architect

Fred Lott, AIA, ARA, CSI is an Expert Witness Architect specializing in construction defects, standard of care, and responsibility & compliance litigation. With a career spanning architecture, construction management, and owner representation, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether contractual obligations have been met. Mr. Lott has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving complex construction and architectural disputes. His Bachelor of Architecture from Ball State University, along with certifications such as Multi-Protection Design from the Department of Defense and ICBO certifications, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving construction defects and compliance with architectural standards.

Consultant and Proprietor

Tim Keane, Bachelor of Science Marine Engineering, is a Legionella Risk Management expert specializing in outbreak response and litigation support. With a career spanning environmental engineering, plumbing, and waterborne pathogen control, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating Legionella outbreaks, assessing compliance with water safety standards, and evaluating whether industry guidelines were followed. Mr. Keane has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to Legionnaires' disease, spa and hot tub safety, and ornamental fountain contamination. His Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering, along with his US Coast Guard License 3rd Asst. Engineer Unlimited Steam and Diesel, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving Legionella and waterborne pathogens.

Supervising Civil Engineer – Transportation / Signals / ITS

Jocelyn Mamchur, PE is a transportation engineering expert specializing in traffic signal systems and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) litigation. With extensive experience in municipal engineering and public agency standards, she brings a nuanced understanding of design compliance and safety analysis to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating traffic signal failures, assessing compliance with engineering standards, and evaluating whether deviations from the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) have occurred. Ms. Mamchur has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Pacific Northwest, involving municipal liability and pedestrian safety cases. Her Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Manitoba, along with her Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington State, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving traffic control devices and roadway lighting.

MEng, MBA

Scott Moorman, MEng, MBA is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in products liability litigation. With a career spanning automotive engineering, product development, and technical communication, he brings a comprehensive framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether design defects contributed to product liability claims. Mr. Moorman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in the automotive, hydraulic, and truck accessory industries. His Master of Engineering from Case Western Reserve University, along with certifications such as the Lean Product Development Certificate, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving snowplows, salt spreaders, and towing products.

Licensed Professional Engineer | Construction Expert Witness | Principal Expert, GCM Group LLC

Walter McBrier, P.E. is a construction expert witness specializing in delay analysis, cost causation, change order disputes, and schedule impact assessment. With a career spanning roles as a contractor, owner's representative, and project controls lead, he brings a technically rigorous framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction delays, assessing cost responsibilities, and evaluating whether contract obligations have been met. Mr. McBrier has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial, industrial, heavy civil, and utility infrastructure sectors. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Licensed Professional Engineer (Civil) certification in Idaho, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving construction delay and cost issues.

Professor of Aerospace Engineering

Ronald M. Barrett-Gonzalez, Professor of Aerospace Engineering is an aerospace engineering expert specializing in adaptive aerostructures and UAV design litigation. With a career spanning aviation engineering, patent litigation, and flight safety, he brings a comprehensive framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating aircraft design integrity, assessing flight safety protocols, and evaluating whether engineering standards were met. Mr. Barrett-Gonzalez has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving aerospace engineering, UAV design, and patent litigation. His Ph.D. with Honors in Aerospace Engineering, along with his status as a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors and Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving aircraft design and safety.

Software Architect and Engineer

Craig Rosenberg, Ph.D. is a software and user interface design expert specializing in intellectual property and trade secret litigation. With a career spanning software engineering, user-centered design, and human factors, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to analyzing complex software and interface disputes. His work centers on investigating user interface design, assessing software architecture, and evaluating whether industry standards in human factors engineering have been met. Dr. Rosenberg has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving intellectual property and trade secret cases in mobile, web, desktop, embedded, and server environments. His Ph.D. in Human Factors, along with his membership in ACM, IEEE, and the Human Factors Society, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving user interface and software design.

Ph.D.

IOANNIS KANELLAKOPOULOS, PH.D. is a technology and intellectual property expert specializing in communications, networking, and control systems litigation. With a career spanning research, development, and intellectual property strategy, he brings a multidisciplinary framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating patent infringement, assessing technology standards compliance, and evaluating whether product designs adhere to industry norms. Mr. Kanellakopoulos has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving telecommunications, automotive technology, and intellectual property disputes. His Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, along with his status as a Fellow of the IEEE, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving advanced technology systems.

Scientist, Entrepreneur, & Innovator

Rouzbeh R. Taghizadeh, Ph.D. is a regenerative medicine expert specializing in cellular and tissue therapeutics litigation. With a career spanning regenerative biology, stem cell bioengineering, and biotechnology innovation, he brings a multidisciplinary framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating stem cell processing methods, assessing tissue engineering protocols, and evaluating whether regulatory compliance standards have been met. Dr. Taghizadeh has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to regenerative medicine, biotechnology, and patent infringement. His Ph.D. in Stem Cell Bioengineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, along with his extensive experience in developing novel biotechnologies, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving stem cell and tissue engineering technologies.

Chief Forensic Engineer

Ronald A Bova, PE, DFE is a forensic engineering expert specializing in structural failure analysis and construction defects. With a career spanning structural engineering, forensic investigation, and civil engineering liability, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether civil engineering standards were met. Mr. Bova has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving structural failure analysis and construction defect cases. His B.S. in Civil Engineering Technology, along with his Board Certified Diplomate in Forensic Engineering, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving structural and civil engineering issues.

President of Ferrantello Surveyors and Land Planners

Frank S. Ferrantello, PLS is a land surveying and civil engineering expert specializing in boundary disputes, accident site mapping, and land use planning. With a career encompassing diverse projects in land surveying, civil engineering, and site development, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating boundary discrepancies, assessing site conditions, and evaluating whether professional negligence has occurred. Mr. Ferrantello has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across New York, involving cases related to land surveying, civil engineering, and zoning disputes. His education in Civil Engineering/Land Use Planning from Hofstra University, along with his New York State Licensed Land Surveyor certification, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving land surveying and civil engineering matters.