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Auto Accident Expert Physician/Engineer

Martin J Landa, MD is an Auto Accident Expert Physician/Engineer specializing in injury causation analysis in motor vehicle collisions. With a career that spans emergency medicine and engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating injury mechanisms, assessing impairment ratings, and evaluating whether medical records align with expert medical opinions. Dr. Landa has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, Georgia, and Alabama, involving motor vehicle collision cases and related injury assessments. His MD from the University of Utah School of Medicine, along with his Board Certification in Emergency Medicine, 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 biomechanics and mechanism-of-injury assessments.

President and Principle Engineer

John Hlinka, P.E. is a civil and structural engineering expert specializing in construction defect investigations. With a career spanning engineering, procurement, and construction management across diverse industries such as chemical, oil refinery, and nuclear power generation, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Mr. Hlinka has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Kentucky, involving cases related to industrial facilities, structural inspections, and construction management. His BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois, along with his licensure as a Professional Engineer in Kentucky, 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 structural integrity and compliance with safety regulations.

Expert Witness

JOHN ELLIS AVERRETT, PE & LEED AP is an Electrical Engineering expert specializing in electrical safety and utility distribution systems litigation. With a career spanning electrical design, arc flash analysis, and utility coordination, he brings a comprehensive framework for evaluating compliance and safety standards in complex engineering disputes. His work centers on investigating electrical shock incidents, assessing arc flash hazards, and evaluating whether grounding systems meet industry standards. Mr. Averrett has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving industrial plants, governmental facilities, and commercial projects. His Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Auburn University, along with his LEED AP 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 electrical shock, arc flash incidents, and utility distribution failures.

Senior Consultant

Richard Hoyle BEng (Hons) IEng MSOE MBES is a materials and mechanical engineering expert specializing in failure investigation and forensic incident analysis. With a career spanning forensic engineering consultancy, regulatory compliance, and military engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating engineering failures, assessing compliance with safety regulations, and evaluating whether equipment meets industry standards. Mr. Hoyle has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK and internationally, involving industrial incidents, product liability, and machinery safety. His BEng (Hons) in Materials Engineering, along with certifications such as the Bond Solon Expert Witness 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 mechanical and materials engineering failures.

Consulting Forensic Engineer

Adam Oakley BEng (Hons), PGCert, PGDIP, MSc, AMIMechE is a Consulting Forensic Engineer specializing in forensic engineering and mechanical failure analysis. With a career encompassing diverse engineering roles in aerospace, defense, and forensic investigation, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing road traffic accidents, and evaluating the applicability of personal protective equipment in industrial settings. Mr. Oakley has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases of mechanical failure, road traffic accidents, and slip and fall incidents. His MSc in Mechanical Engineering, along with certifications such as Design for Six Sigma Green Belt, 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 safety compliance.

Professor

Yunsi Fei, PhD is a cybersecurity and hardware security expert specializing in side-channel analysis and protection. With a career spanning integrated circuit design, secure computer architecture, and machine learning systems, she brings a multidisciplinary approach to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating side-channel vulnerabilities, assessing hardware security measures, and evaluating whether design implementations meet industry standards. Dr. Fei has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in the semiconductor and electronic design industries. Her PhD in Electrical Engineering from Princeton University, along with her designation as an IEEE Fellow, 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 hardware security and electronic design automation.

Principal, Forensics

Joelle Nelson, PE is a forensic structural engineering expert specializing in construction defect analysis and catastrophic failure investigation. With a career spanning design, renovation, construction, and forensic investigations of complex structures, she brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. Her work centers on investigating structural collapses, assessing building code compliance, and evaluating whether construction defects contributed to failures. Ms. Nelson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defect, insurance coverage, and adjacent construction disputes. Her MS in Civil Engineering from Columbia University, along with certifications such as OSHA 30 and NYC Qualified Parking Structure Inspector, 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 structural failures and code compliance.

Principal Fire Protection Engineer

Jeffery P. McBride, PE is a Fire Protection Engineering expert specializing in life safety and code compliance litigation. With a career spanning fire protection system design, hazard analysis, and code consulting, he brings a comprehensive understanding of fire dynamics and safety protocols to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating fire suppression system failures, assessing compliance with fire and building codes, and evaluating whether life safety standards have been met. Mr. McBride has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving fire protection engineering, life safety, and code compliance cases. His Master of Engineering in Fire Protection from the University of Maryland, along with his State Certified Building Inspector 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 fire protection systems and life safety code adherence.

Professional Engineer, Principal Engineer

Frank Allen Comer, PE is a forensic engineering expert specializing in civil, structural, geotechnical, and environmental engineering disputes. With a career spanning engineering design, construction oversight, and forensic investigations, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether building code violations have occurred. Mr. Comer has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Midwest, involving cases related to building inspections, construction defects, and failure analysis. His Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, along with certifications such as OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPR and ACI Concrete Testing, 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.

Expert Witness

Dr Frank S. Will, PhD, MBA, Dipl. Ing. is an automotive engineering and emissions testing expert specializing in vehicle defects and emissions compliance litigation. With a career spanning automotive engineering, emissions testing, and environmental systems, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to analyzing complex automotive disputes. His work centers on investigating emission defeat devices, assessing vehicle defects, and evaluating compliance with environmental standards. Dr. Will has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across four continents, involving cases related to vehicle manufacturers and emission compliance. His PhD in Fuel Consumption and Emission Analysis of Exhaust Heat Recovery Systems, along with his MBA and Dipl. Ing. in Mechanical 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 emissions testing and vehicle defects.

Electrical Engineer - Construction Defect

Joseph Castagna is an electrical engineering expert specializing in construction defect litigation. With a career spanning electrical inspection, power quality analysis, and backup power system management, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating automatic transfer switch failures, assessing generator set compliance, and evaluating whether uninterruptible power supply systems meet industry standards. Mr. Castagna has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to hospital backup power systems, solar power installations, and fuel storage compliance. His Bachelor of Science and Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering - Power Systems, along with certifications such as California Certified General Electrician and Federal Communications Commission - Amateur Radio 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 electrical engineering and electricity.

Chemical Engineer, Director

Craig Finlay, BSc (Hons), CEng, MIChemE is a chemical engineering expert specializing in international arbitration and technical corporate governance within the upstream oil and gas sector. With a career encompassing roles in hydrocarbon asset development, petroleum economics, and process safety management, he brings a strategic perspective to resolving complex engineering disputes. His work centers on investigating technical compliance, assessing project management efficacy, and evaluating whether contractual obligations have been met. Mr. Finlay has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North Africa, Latin America, and the former Soviet Union, involving oil and gas production sharing agreements and industrial disputes. His BSc (Hons) in Chemical Engineering, along with certifications such as Chartered Engineer and Project Management 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 hydrocarbon asset development and process engineering.

Expert Witness

ZYGMUNT STASZEWSKI, M.Sc. PE FSFPE is a Fire and Electrical Engineering expert specializing in fire protection and system failures. With a career spanning fire protection engineering, electrical systems, and safety compliance, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating fire system failures, assessing compliance with fire codes, and evaluating whether fire prevention measures were adequate. Mr. Staszewski has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving fire protection systems, electrical engineering, and safety compliance cases. His M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, along with certifications such as Licensed Professional Engineer (NY, CT, CO) and NICET III Technician in Fire Alarm Technology, 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 fire protection and electrical systems.

Principal Associate

Mr. Neville Tranter, CEng MWeldI is a failure investigations expert specializing in metallurgical analysis and engineering failures. With a career encompassing roles in materials science, aerospace systems, and metallurgical laboratory management, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating engineering failures, assessing personal injury claims, and evaluating whether materials science standards were met. Mr. Tranter has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases related to building fires, escapes of water, and construction injuries. His MSc in Forensic Engineering and Science, along with his membership in The Welding Institute, 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 metallurgy and materials science.

Technology Leader and Entrepreneur

Dustin G. Domerese is a technology and software development expert specializing in CRM and ERP system implementation and customization. With a career spanning business operations, software engineering, and strategic corporate system architecture, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex technology integrations. His work centers on investigating system architecture deviations, assessing software customization impacts, and evaluating whether user adoption strategies align with industry standards. Mr. Domerese has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving technology integration and software development disputes in industries such as manufacturing, finance, and government. His Microsoft PL200 certification, along with Dynamics CRM 2016 Applications Certification and Scribe Online Level II 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 CRM and ERP system implementations.

Construction Expert

L. Fredrick (Fred) Nolta, BS Construction Engineering is a construction expert specializing in construction defects and claims. With a career spanning over 40 years in cast-in-place, pre-stressed precast, and post-tension concrete, he brings a comprehensive understanding of construction methodologies to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether construction delays have occurred. Mr. Nolta has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving construction defect cases, structural engineering disputes, and construction management issues. His BS in Construction Engineering from Arizona State University, along with his California State licensed contractor classifications in “A” Engineering, “B” Building, and “C-8” Concrete, 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 delays.

Expert Witness

Randall King, PhD, PE is a mechanical engineering and products liability expert specializing in failure analysis and design defects. With a career spanning mechanical engineering, patents, and industrial accident analysis, he brings a comprehensive perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating machinery design, assessing manufacturing defects, and evaluating whether mechanical equipment failures have occurred. Mr. King has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to oilfield equipment, consumer products, and industrial accidents. His PhD in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Licensed Professional Engineer 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 pumps, valves, and compressors.

Software Expert Witness - ERP Litigation

Steve Ditty, PMP is an ERP litigation expert specializing in software failure analysis and expert testimony. With a career spanning software engineering, information technology, and project management, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex ERP systems. His work centers on investigating software failures, assessing ERP implementation disputes, and evaluating whether contractual obligations were met. Mr. Ditty has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving ERP software litigation and IT contract disputes. His B.S. in Computer Science/Management Information Systems, along with certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP) and SAP Core ABAP Programming, 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 enterprise software implementation.