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Construction Cost and Schedule Expert Witness

Steven Yetemian, Certified Professional Estimator is a construction cost and schedule expert specializing in contract disputes and construction defect analysis. With a career encompassing construction engineering, cost estimation, and project management, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating cost overruns and delays, assessing change orders, and evaluating whether quality control standards were met. Mr. Yetemian has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial and residential construction disputes. His Masters in Civil Engineering - Construction Management, along with his Certified Professional Estimator designation with the American Society of Professional Estimators, 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 cost and scheduling issues.

Seasoned Engineering and Construction Professional

40-year experience as CEO President Project Manager, Construction Manager and Estimator. Experience in rebutting experts in construction related cases. AAS and BS in Architectural Engineering Technology an BS in Construction Management. Certified Project Manager from Xavier University. Leader in Engineering and Constriction organizations both private and public entities. OSHA 30 hour Certified. Practical Engineering and Construction experience.

Principal, Advisory

Vincent Salvatoriello, PhD, MS, BS is a construction claims and risk management expert specializing in governance, financial stewardship, and dispute resolution within the AEC industry. With a career spanning advisory roles in project governance, financial oversight, and risk management, he brings a strategic framework to his litigation work. His work centers on monitoring risks, evaluating performance, and assessing procurement strategies to inform negotiation, mediation, and arbitration strategies. Mr. Salvatoriello has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction claims, project governance, and financial stewardship for diverse project types. His PhD in Construction Management from Stevens Institute of Technology, along with his MS in Engineering Management and BS in Mechanical Engineering from New Jersey Institute of 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 responsibility in disputes involving construction project execution and governance.

Expert Witness

Ronald K. Tyson is a Premises Liability and Safety Expert specializing in OSHA/state safety laws and premises-related injury allegations. With a career spanning over five decades in building inspection and construction safety, he brings a seasoned perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating premises boundaries in relation to safety, assessing allegations of faulty construction, and evaluating the cause of building failures. Mr. Tyson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Michigan, involving personal injury and construction defect cases. His certification as a Licensed Builder in the State of Michigan, license number 10760, reinforces 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 building safety and compliance with safety regulations.

Civil Engineer and Business Administrator - Technical Director

Mr. Borelli has conceived the company’s philosophy and holds the technical responsibility for BRZ-Experts. He graduated in Civil Engineering from Universidade Mackenzie and obtained a postgraduate degree in business administration. Over the past 36 years, he has engaged in the activity of engineering consulting, having acted in complex, large losses that occurred in hydroelectric power plants, bridges, tunnels, highways, geotechnical accidents, fires in buildings, and damage caused by windstorms, flood and inundation, working in the investigation and establishment of the cause and the determination of the losses. He has built a comprehensive experience in technical advice in due diligence, legal and arbitration proceedings.

Crane / Tower Crane Accident Expert

51 Years in the Crane Industry. 47 Years In-The-Field / Hands-On Experience along with Extensive Training, Certifications and Licenses in: Operations, Inspections, Erection, Dismantling, Climbing, and Service & Repair gives me the expertise to accurately (to a high degree) reconstruct the events leading up to – – and day of. Providing Conclusive Analysis In High-Profile Cases Like The 2019 Dallas Tower Crane Collapse Resulting In A Record-Breaking Award Of $680 Million!

Expert Witness

Troy Galloway is a construction defects and building inspection expert specializing in construction-related litigation. With a career spanning nearly five decades in construction management, building inspection, and safety oversight, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing property safety, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Galloway has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defects, commercial building inspections, and property safety cases. His BS in Building Engineering from Quincy College & University of Springfield, along with certifications such as Construction Superintendent and Union Master Carpenter, 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 and safety issues.

Forensic Engineer & Construction Expert

David McGuire is the Principal Engineer at Civil Concepts, PC. Civil Concepts is a global Engineering, Building Consulting and Litigation Support firm, with offices in North America. Concepts specialize in Forensic, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering as well as Construction Cost Estimating and Management, CPM Scheduling, 4D Modeling and Litigation Support. Mr. McGuire has over 25 years of experience in managing construction projects, Civil/Structural Engineering Design, Forensic Engineering and Expert Witness. Mr. McGuire is a registered Professional Engineer in 13 states and is registered with the NCEES. Mr. McGuire has served as an Expert Witness and is trained and registered to serve on Essential Emergency Duties through the Safety Assessment Program administered by the California Emergency Management Association.

CSP

Patrick J Walsh, CSP is a safety and construction expert specializing in OSHA compliance and risk management litigation. With a foundation in environmental sciences and forestry, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causes, assessing compliance with safety regulations, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Walsh has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Texas, involving personal injury and property damage cases. His BS in Environmental Sciences and Forestry, along with his CSP 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 safety and construction.

Expert Witness

Bradley Cuthbertson, Captain is a maritime and accident reconstruction expert specializing in cases involving boating safety and personal watercraft incidents. With a career spanning commercial shipping, personal watercraft manufacturer defect analysis, and vessel right of way determinations, he brings a comprehensive maritime framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing compliance with maritime safety standards, and evaluating whether proper training protocols were followed. Mr. Cuthbertson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the maritime industry, involving cases related to jet skis, excursion boats, and sailboats. His Masters Boat Captain 100 ton certification from the United States Coast Guard reinforces 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 boating safety and maritime operations.

Expert Witness

Cris C. Vaughan, Esq., CASp, ADAC, PA is a disability evaluation and construction expert specializing in Americans with Disabilities Act compliance litigation. With a career spanning legal services, ADA compliance, and accessibility evaluations, he brings a comprehensive legal framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating ADA violations, assessing compliance with accessibility standards, and evaluating whether construction practices meet legal requirements. Mr. Vaughan has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving ADA compliance and accessibility disputes. His Juris Doctor from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, along with certifications as a Certified Access Specialist (CASp) and ADA Coordinator (ADAC), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of compliance and responsibility in disputes involving accessibility and disability law.

Expert Witness

Ivo Foldyna is an Accident Reconstruction and Electrical Engineering expert specializing in electrocution injuries and fatalities. With a career spanning accident analysis and electrical systems, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrocution incidents, assessing accident causation, and evaluating whether electrical standards were met. Mr. Foldyna has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various jurisdictions, involving cases of electrocution injuries and fatalities. His degree in Electrical Engineering from the Czech Republic reinforces 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 incidents.