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Principal Project Director | Expert Witness

Richard Brand, AIA, CPM, PMP, NCARB is an architecture and construction management expert specializing in program management and construction administration disputes. With a career encompassing diverse roles in project management, design coordination, and construction oversight, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating standard of care failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether architectural professional liability failures occurred. Mr. Brand has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to hospitality, educational facilities, and federal construction projects. His Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Arizona, along with certifications as a Certified Project Manager — Arcadis and Professional Project Manager — Parsons, 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 construction documents and change orders.

President

Bridget R. Brandon, Senior Appraiser is an equine liability and valuation expert specializing in liability, valuation, and fraud cases. With a career that spans both the corporate and agricultural sectors, she brings a multifaceted perspective to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating liability claims, assessing valuation disputes, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Ms. Brandon has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving equine liability, personal injury, and fraud analysis cases. Her BFA from Southern Methodist University, along with her Senior Appraiser designation from the American Society of Equine Appraisers, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving equine liability and valuation.

PE Energy Specialists

Michael D. Felt, PE is an energy industry engineering expert specializing in complex technical litigation involving project management, engineering design, and operations. With a career spanning integrated project management, international project development, and engineering design, he brings a strategic and operational framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating engineering failures, assessing project management practices, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in energy sector disputes. Mr. Felt has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and internationally, involving petroleum transportation systems, marine loading facilities, and SCADA systems. His Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with Honors, along with his Professional Engineer license in Texas, 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 energy infrastructure and operations.

Design and Construction Expert Witness

David Del Vecchio, AIA, CID, RCS, NCARB, LEEDap is a design and construction expert specializing in architecture and construction defects litigation. With a career spanning architecture, construction administration, and interior design, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating design defects, assessing compliance with ADA and OSHA standards, and evaluating whether standard of care deviations have occurred. Mr. Del Vecchio has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across New Jersey, involving cases related to tenant/landlord disputes, construction administration, and architectural copyright issues. His B. Arch. from the New Jersey Institute of Technology, along with his Certified Interior Designer in NJ, RCS Building Inspector license, and NCARB 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 standard of care in disputes involving architectural and construction matters.

Emeritus Professor of Engineering

James M. Miller, P.E., Ph.D. is a workplace safety and human factors engineering expert specializing in OSHA compliance, machine guarding, and accident reconstruction. With a career spanning safety management, regulatory compliance, and human factors engineering, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving safety standards and accident causation. His work centers on investigating OSHA compliance, assessing machine safety, and evaluating whether safety standards were met in industrial settings. Mr. Miller has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving workplace safety, vehicle accidents, and consumer product safety. His Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer registration in Ohio and 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 safety management and human factors engineering.

Professional Engineer

Mr. Dabrowski is a Professional Engineer with over 45 years of experience in the construction and construction-related industries. Of these, twenty years have been (part time) devoted to performing numerous forensic engineering assignments for insurance companies and sureties. Further, eight of them have been spent (part time) providing lump sum construction services to the federal government acting in the capacity of a General Contractor. As a construction expert I’ve provided construction litigation, commercial arbitration support, commercial mediation support and construction claims services for sureties and / or their attorneys for over thirty years (part time).

Mechanical Eng. Construction Defect Expert Witness

Scott Calkins, PE is a Mechanical Engineering Construction Defect expert specializing in construction defect litigation. With a career encompassing HVAC systems, power and process piping, and compliance with hazardous occupancy standards, he brings a comprehensive technical framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating HVAC and refrigeration systems, assessing compliance with codes and standards, and evaluating whether the standard of care in design and construction was met. Mr. Calkins has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various industries, involving HVAC systems, plumbing systems, and cleanrooms for advanced technology industries. His BSME from Northern Arizona University, along with his Professional Mechanical Engineer certification and NCEES 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 mechanical engineering and construction defects.

Expert Witness

Omair M. Siddiqui, MSc. is an accident reconstruction expert specializing in automotive engineering and simulation. With a career encompassing forensic engineering, autonomous vehicle safety, and advanced simulation techniques, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating collision causation, assessing vehicle dynamics, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in accident scenarios. Mr. Siddiqui has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to autonomous vehicles, pedestrian collisions, and vehicle dynamics. His MSc. in Mechanical Engineering, along with his SAE Certified Accident Reconstructionist credential, 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 accident reconstruction and vehicle safety systems.

Expert Witness

Michael S Teller, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, MCPPO is an architecture and construction defects expert specializing in design defects and standard of care issues. With a career spanning architecture, historic restoration, and public bidding processes, he brings a nuanced understanding of construction and design standards to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating design defects, assessing standard of care deviations, and evaluating whether construction practices align with contractual obligations. Mr. Teller has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York, involving cases related to roofing, waterproofing, and historic restoration. His Bachelor of Design from the University of Florida and Bachelor of Architecture from the Boston Architectural Center, along with his Registered Architect certification in MA, RI, and NY, 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 architectural design and construction defects.

Architect

John Mclean NCARB is an architecture and industrial design expert specializing in construction defects and architectural design claims. With a career spanning design and management of comprehensive projects, he brings a nuanced perspective to litigation involving architectural standards and construction disputes. His work centers on investigating design and constructability claims, assessing compliance with building codes and standards, and evaluating whether zoning regulations have been adhered to. Mr. Mclean has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and Israel, involving cases related to land use, zoning, and construction disputes. His professional degrees in Architecture and Industrial Design from Pratt Institute, along with his Board Certification from the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), 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 architectural practice and building regulations.

Construction Defect Expert Witness

Kier Gregory Cotton is a construction defect expert witness specializing in construction litigation. With a career spanning construction methodologies, project sequencing, and practical application, he brings a comprehensive understanding of construction processes to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Mr. Cotton has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving residential and commercial construction cases. His traditional trade apprenticeship, along with certifications in plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry, 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 defects and compliance issues.

Expert Witness

Brendan W. Brides, CBO is a building inspection and construction defects expert specializing in building code violations and construction-related injuries. With a career spanning building inspection, construction supervision, and code compliance, he brings a regulatory and safety-focused framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating building code violations, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether safety standards were met. Mr. Brides has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Massachusetts, involving cases of building code violations, construction defects, and accessibility issues. His certification as a Licensed Construction Supervisor in Massachusetts, along with his designation as a Licensed Certified Building Official (Building Commissioner) and Certified OSHA 30 nationwide, 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 building safety and compliance.

Construction Expert

John C. Petkovich is a construction expert specializing in plumbing, excavating, and complex mechanical systems litigation. With a career spanning hands-on construction work, leadership roles, and strategic innovation, he brings a practical and entrepreneurial perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in complex construction projects. Mr. Petkovich has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Arizona and Colorado, involving residential, commercial, and service-related disputes. His extensive experience in the construction industry, along with his contractor licenses in AZ and ID, 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 high-pressure systems, underground infrastructure, and advanced plumbing installations.

Stephen C. Tarbox, PE is a structural engineering expert specializing in construction management and forensic engineering. With a career spanning engineering, design, and construction consultation for diverse commercial and industrial projects, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing compliance with engineering standards, and evaluating whether construction practices align with industry norms. Mr. Tarbox has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts, involving commercial and industrial building projects, bridge design, and offshore platform engineering. His MS in Civil Engineering (Structures) from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, along with his professional engineering licenses in NH, VT, and MA, 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 integrity and construction practices.

Accident Reconstruction Expert

Robert Bennett is an accident reconstruction expert specializing in commercial and private vehicle accident reconstruction. With extensive experience in law enforcement and forensic mapping, he brings a comprehensive understanding of crash dynamics and data retrieval to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating collision scenes, assessing crash data, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Bennett has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial motor vehicle accidents, pedestrian and bicycle crashes, and motorcycle incidents. His Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from Canisius College, along with his certifications in crash data retrieval and forensic mapping, 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 accident reconstruction.

Marine Expert and Surveyor

Captain Arlen Leiner is a marine expert specializing in accident reconstruction and marine surveying. With a career spanning vessel construction, marine engineering, and international marine inspections, he brings a comprehensive understanding of maritime operations to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating vessel collisions, assessing diminished valuation, and evaluating whether maritime safety standards were met. Mr. Leiner has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, Great Britain, and other international jurisdictions, involving cases such as vessel collisions, sinking, and maritime injury and death. His BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering/engines, along with certifications as a Certified Master Marine Surveyor and Level 3 Internationally Certified INFRARED THERMOGRAPHER, 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 marine accidents and vessel construction.

Senior Engineer and Principal

Jason Bondurant, PE, RRC is a construction defects expert specializing in forensic investigations of building envelope failures. With a career spanning civil engineering, construction management, and quality assurance, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex construction issues. His work centers on investigating building envelope failures, assessing repair plans and specifications, and evaluating whether construction management practices meet industry standards. Mr. Bondurant has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the southeastern United States, involving construction defects and civil engineering cases. His Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida, along with his Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) 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 responsibility in disputes involving building envelope failures and construction defects.

Construction Claims and Forensic Analysis Expert

Rosa Loloee, Registered Professional Engineer is a construction claims and forensic analysis expert specializing in construction claims and contract disputes. With a career encompassing construction engineering, forensic scheduling, and public infrastructure projects, she brings a comprehensive analytical framework to litigation work. Her work centers on investigating delay analysis, assessing cost escalation, and evaluating whether design errors and omissions have occurred. Ms. Loloee has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving highway projects, design-build conflicts, and Caltrans claims. Her Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, along with her Registered Professional Engineer certification, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving unforeseen condition claims and utility coordination disputes.