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Property Management Executive | CPM® Certified Candidate

Scott T. Bennett, CPM® Certified Candidate is a property management and safety standards expert specializing in premises liability and operational negligence litigation. With a career spanning multifamily, condominium, HOA, and mixed-use property management, he brings a comprehensive understanding of risk management and safety protocols to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating safety failures, assessing compliance with property safety standards, and evaluating whether operational negligence has occurred. Mr. Bennett has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across multiple states, involving premises liability, landlord-tenant disputes, and property management cases. His Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, along with certifications such as CPM and NAAEI CAPS, 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 property management and safety compliance.

President, Principal Engineer

Dr. Edward J. Garbin, Jr., Ph.D., P.E., D.GE is a geotechnical engineering expert specializing in forensic evaluations and structural distress analysis. With a career spanning deep foundations, ground improvement, and earth retention systems, he brings a robust technical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating foundation integrity, assessing soil mechanics, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Dr. Garbin has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving complex geotechnical and structural cases. His Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical), along with his Diplomate, Geotechnical Engineering (D.GE) 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 causation in disputes involving foundation failures and soil stabilization issues.

CFP, ChFC, CLU

Alan J. Besnoff, CFP, ChFC, CLU is a securities and financial planning expert specializing in litigation involving securities, insurance, and financial planning disputes. With a career spanning financial advisory, supervisory, and principal roles, he brings a comprehensive understanding of industry standards and regulatory compliance to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating suitability and fiduciary duty, assessing supervision standards, and evaluating whether misrepresentation or omissions have occurred. Mr. Besnoff has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to securities, insurance, and financial planning. His Bachelor of Science in Finance, along with certifications as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Chartered Financial Consultant, and Chartered Life Underwriter, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of fiduciary duty and compliance in disputes involving securities and insurance products.

Expert Witness

Stephen D. Turner, Ph.D. is a Medical Genetics and Forensic Science expert specializing in human genomics, public health, and microbial genomics. With a career spanning academia, industry, and independent consulting, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating genetic data, assessing biosecurity measures, and evaluating whether public health protocols have been adhered to. Mr. Turner has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving medical genetics, forensic science, and biosecurity cases. His Ph.D. in Computational Human Genetics, along with certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and Registered U.S. Patent Agent, 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 synthetic biology and infectious disease modeling.

Professional Hydrologist and Geoscientist/Geologist

Dr. James J. Connors, Certified Professional Hydrologist, Licensed Professional Geoscientist/Geologist is a hydrology and environmental contamination expert specializing in litigation involving stormwater management and groundwater contamination. With a career spanning environmental consulting, academic research, and hydrological education, he brings a comprehensive geoscientific framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating environmental contamination, assessing stormwater impacts, and evaluating whether hydrological standards have been met. Dr. Connors has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to municipal solid waste landfills, coastal estuary damage, and PFAS contamination. His Ph.D. in Marine Sciences, along with certifications such as Certified Professional Hydrologist and Certified Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector, 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 hydrological and environmental impacts.

Owner, Perez IH Consulting LLC

Hernando Rafael Perez, PhD, MPH, CIH, CSP is an industrial hygiene expert specializing in exposure assessment and occupational health and safety litigation. With a career encompassing environmental health, occupational safety, and bioaerosol analysis, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating industrial hygiene practices, assessing environmental health risks, and evaluating whether occupational safety standards have been met. Mr. Perez has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to industrial hygiene, mold, and indoor air quality. His Ph.D. in Industrial Hygiene from Purdue University, along with certifications as a Certified Industrial Hygienist and Certified Safety Professional, 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 occupational exposure and environmental health.

Expert Witness

Curtis E. Falany, P.E. is an electrical engineering expert specializing in forensic investigation and construction defects. With a career spanning electrical failures, complex electrical systems, and the National Electrical Code, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether compliance with industry standards was maintained. Mr. Falany has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving electrical contracting disputes, workers compensation claims, and process control computer systems. His Bachelors in Engineering Science from Florida State University, along with his Board Certified Diplomat in Forensic Engineering — NAFE, a Council of Engineering & Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB) Member Board, 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 electrical contact, shock, and electrocution.

Ph.D., J.D., C.P.P.

James F. Pastor, Ph.D., J.D., C.P.P. is a security and premises liability expert specializing in legal issues related to security, policing, and public safety. With a career that spans tactical policing, legal representation, and academic research, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating security protocols, assessing liability in security breaches, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Pastor has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to security firms, police unions, and corporate security policies. His Ph.D. in Public Policy Analysis, along with certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), 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 security law, premises liability, and use of force.

Forensic Toxicology Consultant

Dr. Curt E. Harper, Ph.D., MSFS, F-ABFT is a forensic toxicology expert specializing in drug recognition and roadside enforcement training. With a career encompassing leadership roles in toxicology departments and extensive involvement in forensic science committees, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating drug-related impairment, assessing toxicological evidence, and evaluating whether forensic procedures meet legal standards. Dr. Harper has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving DUI and DUID cases, workplace drug testing, and postmortem toxicology. His Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology and Toxicology, along with certifications such as Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Toxicology (F-ABFT) and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), 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 drug and alcohol impairment.

Construction Litigation Consultant

Marty Wilson, MS CE is a construction litigation expert specializing in construction-related claims, including contract disputes, defective design, and construction defects. With a career spanning project management, construction operations, and real estate development, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work, focusing on industry standard practices and compliance issues. His work centers on investigating construction-related safety and personal injury claims, assessing contract administration and performance issues, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Wilson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements in California, involving commercial and residential construction defects, lease issues, and contractor termination cases. His MS in Construction Management from Stanford University, along with his active California Contractor’s License, 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 contract compliance.

President and Chief Engineering Officer

Gary E. Kilpatrick, P.E., DFE, PENC Fellow is a forensic engineering expert specializing in accident reconstruction and industrial accident investigation. With a career spanning mechanical design engineering, product defect analysis, and safety compliance, he brings a multifaceted engineering perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing compliance with safety standards, and evaluating whether engineering practices meet industry norms. Mr. Kilpatrick has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving traffic accident reconstruction, industrial accidents, and product liability cases. His Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Design Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Diplomate Forensics Engineer, 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 mechanical systems and safety compliance.

Senior Forensic Engineer

Matthew King, PhD is a forensic engineering expert specializing in accident reconstruction and fire investigation. With a career spanning vehicular accident reconstruction, mechanical and structural failure analysis, and product liability, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing fire origins, and evaluating material integrity failures. Mr. King has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements internationally, involving vehicular accidents, industrial safety, and fire investigations. His PhD in Applied Mechanics and Engineering Sciences, along with certifications such as Certified Safety Auditor and Certified Fire Investigator A & B, 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 fire investigation.

Expert Witness/Expert Medicinal Chemist

Dr. David J. Augeri, PhD is a medicinal chemistry expert specializing in pharmaceutical patent IP litigation. With a career spanning oncology research, diabetes drug development, and synthetic organic chemistry, he brings a nuanced understanding of drug discovery and patent law to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating patent infringement, assessing drug enablement, and evaluating whether obviousness claims hold in ANDA disputes. Dr. Augeri has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving cases related to diabetes drugs, oncology treatments, and pharmaceutical patent disputes. His PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from the University of California-Irvine, along with his extensive experience in pharmaceutical research, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of infringement and enablement in disputes involving diabetes and oncology drug patents.

Professional Mechanical Engineer

Matthew Hawkins, Professional Mechanical Engineer is an Energy Systems expert specializing in energy planning and strategy litigation. With a career encompassing roles in asset management, energy markets, and operations research, he brings a strategic framework to litigation work involving complex energy systems. His work centers on investigating regulatory compliance, assessing operational efficiencies, and evaluating whether strategic deviations impact market outcomes. Mr. Hawkins has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving energy markets, battery energy storage systems, and power generation disputes. His B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer (PE) in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal and Fluid Systems, 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 energy systems and market operations.

Construction Expert Witness

Mark “Jake” Jacobson is a construction expert witness specializing in construction defects and analysis. With a career spanning construction management, facilities oversight, and business management, he brings a comprehensive perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing building code compliance, and evaluating workmanship quality. Mr. Jacobson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Colorado, involving residential and light commercial construction cases. His Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, along with certifications as a Certified Building Inspector and Registered Building Official, 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 standards of care.

P.E., DFE

Anthony G. Sasso, P.E., DFE is an accident reconstruction and forensic engineering expert specializing in accident causation and product failure analysis. With a career spanning mechanical engineering design, forensic analysis, and consulting, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to evaluating complex engineering failures and accident scenarios. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing injury mechanisms, and evaluating whether product failures contributed to incidents. Mr. Sasso has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the southeastern United States, involving vehicular accidents, industrial machine failures, and consumer product liability cases. His Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi, 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 mechanical failures and accident reconstructions.

Safety Consultant

Stanford R. Brown, B.Sc., CSP, CSHP, CRSP, CHSC is a safety and health management expert specializing in occupational safety and regulatory compliance litigation. With a career spanning safety management, hazard control, and construction safety, he brings a strategic framework to litigation work involving complex safety protocols and compliance issues. His work centers on investigating safety compliance, assessing hazard control measures, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Brown has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving construction, mining, and various industrial sectors. His Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management, along with certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), 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 workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Safety Professional

Kurt M. Stetzer, CSP, CHST, OHST, CRIS is a Safety and Risk Management expert specializing in construction safety and OSHA compliance. With a career spanning safety management, risk assessment, and high-risk activity oversight, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex construction environments. His work centers on investigating compliance failures, assessing risk management practices, and evaluating whether safety protocols were adequately implemented. Mr. Stetzer has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction safety, multiemployer construction sites, and public safety in retail environments. His B.S. in Administration (Special Fields) from the University of Pittsburgh, along with certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), 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 safety and risk management.