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Consulting Forensic Engineer

David Michael Jackson, Chartered Engineer, Member of The Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Associate Member of The Welding Institute, Member of The Welding and Joining Society is a Consulting Forensic Engineer expert specializing in forensic mechanical engineering and accident investigation. With a career encompassing diverse sectors such as industrial accident analysis, fire and explosion investigation, and occupational health and safety, he brings a comprehensive understanding of safety matters to litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing safety compliance, and evaluating whether product liabilities have been breached. Mr. Jackson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases related to industrial accidents, product liability, and occupational health. His Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Chartered Engineer status and memberships in professional engineering societies, 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.

Professional Mechanical & Electrical Engineer

Joseph J. Hendershot, PE is a Mechanical & Electrical Engineering expert specializing in the design and analysis of industrial and commercial facilities. With a career spanning mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering, he brings a comprehensive understanding of complex facility systems to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating design compliance, assessing system failures, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in engineering projects. Mr. Hendershot has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Northeastern United States, involving cases related to manufacturing, industrial, and mission-critical facilities. His B.S. in Electrical Engineering Technology, along with active Professional Engineer licensure in NY, NJ, CT, and PA, 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 mechanical and electrical engineering systems.

Chartered Senior Fire Safety and Engineering Professional

Jason Hill CEng, CMEngNZ, RICS, FIFireE, MFireInv, MSc, BSc(Hons) is a Fire Safety and Engineering expert specializing in fire investigation and risk evaluation. With a career spanning fire safety management, fire engineering, and health and safety, he brings a strategic and operational framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating fire causation, assessing compliance with safety standards, and evaluating whether risk management protocols were followed. Mr. Hill has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements worldwide, involving cases in high-risk environments such as nuclear facilities, commercial properties, and public venues. His MSc in Fire Safety Engineering Explosion and Investigation, along with the Legal Experience Training Advanced Professional Award in Expert Witness Evidence (LETAPAEWE), 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 safety and engineering standards.

Sr. Principal Structural Engineer

Dan R. Werdowatz, S.E. is a structural engineering expert specializing in construction defects and professional liability claims. With a career encompassing diverse engineering disciplines, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Werdowatz has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the western United States, involving construction defect and professional liability cases. His BSCE in Civil Engineering and MSSE in Structural Engineering, along with his registrations as a Professional Engineer in multiple states, 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 structural engineering and construction practices.

Expert Witness

Mohamed A Younis, PE is a geotechnical engineering expert specializing in subsurface and tunnel-related litigation. With a career spanning geotechnical engineering, subsurface analysis, and tunnel construction, he brings a comprehensive understanding of underground engineering challenges to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating subsurface conditions, assessing tunnel integrity, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Mr. Younis has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to underground construction, tunnel projects, and substructure developments. His MS in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Maryland, along with his BS in Civil Engineering from Alexandria University Egypt, 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 geotechnical and subsurface engineering issues.

Expert Witness

Douglas B Blatchford, PE, PH, CEM, CFM is a hydrology and engineering expert specializing in flooding and floodplain management litigation. With a career spanning over four decades in floodplain management, drainage, and hydraulic structures, he brings a comprehensive perspective to litigation involving water resource issues. His work centers on investigating flooding events, assessing drainage systems, and evaluating whether hydraulic structures meet regulatory standards. Mr. Blatchford has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the southwestern United States, involving cases related to surface water hydrology, erosion, and permitting. His Master of Geographic Information Systems from The Pennsylvania State University, along with certifications such as PE (AZ, CA, CO, NM, NV, TX, UT) and FAA small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) pilot, 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 water resource issues.

Traffic Engineering Expert

Jeffrey W Buckholz, PhD, P.E., PTOE is a traffic engineering expert specializing in construction defects. With a career spanning traffic signal analysis, pedestrian safety, and crash investigation, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating traffic accidents, assessing work zone safety, and evaluating whether sight distance standards were met. Mr. Buckholz has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving traffic signal operations, roadway design, and pedestrian safety. His PhD in Civil Engineering, along with certifications as a P.E. and PTOE, 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 traffic engineering and construction defects.

Forensic Chartered Electrical Engineer and Fire Investigator

KEN ROBERTS BEng MSc CEng MIET FRGS is a forensic chartered electrical engineer and fire investigator specializing in forensic engineering and expert witness testimony. With a career encompassing fire investigation, electrical incident analysis, and failure analysis, he brings a comprehensive forensic perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating fires, assessing electrical failures, and evaluating whether explosions resulted from deviations in safety standards. Mr. Roberts has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK and Ireland, involving industrial and commercial premises, residential properties, and electrical installations. His Master of Science in Guided Weapon Systems, along with his Chartered Engineer status and membership in the Institution of Engineering and 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 electrical failures and fire incidents.

Expert Witness

Alexei V Klimenko, PhD is a nuclear engineering expert specializing in radiation and nuclear technology litigation. With a career encompassing space-based systems, remote sensing, and aerospace engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating radiation exposure incidents, assessing compliance with nuclear safety standards, and evaluating whether aerospace engineering practices meet regulatory requirements. Mr. Klimenko has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving nuclear physics, aerospace engineering, and space-based systems. His PhD in Nuclear Physics, along with an MS in Electrical 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 nuclear and aerospace technologies.

Principal Engineer

Mari S. Truman, PE is an injury biomechanics and medical device forensics expert specializing in traumatic injury analysis and orthopedic product design litigation. With a career spanning biomechanical engineering, orthopedic biomechanics, and medical device forensics, she brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. Her work centers on investigating traumatic injury causation, assessing medical device failures, and evaluating whether product design defects contributed to injuries. Ms. Truman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to vehicular collisions, failed medical implants, and product liability. Her BE in Biomedical Engineering and MS in Mechanical Engineering, along with her membership in professional societies such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the Orthopedic Research Society, 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 injury biomechanics and medical device failures.

Expert Witness

Chuck Dutill, PE, DFE is an Environmental and Engineering expert specializing in hydrology, stormwater management, and wastewater systems litigation. With a career spanning over four decades in hydrology, sewer systems, and environmental engineering, he brings a comprehensive technical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating flooding causes, assessing stormwater management practices, and evaluating whether sewer system failures contributed to property damage. Mr. Dutill has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to hydrology, wastewater treatment, and environmental engineering. His BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Cornell University, along with his Board Certified Forensic Engineer designation as a Senior Member of the National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE), 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 groundwater contamination, stormwater runoff, and infrastructure failures.

Expert Witness

Randy Gray, CHST, CSHM, GSP, OHST, BS, MS is an OSHA and Safety expert specializing in agricultural, construction, and manufacturing accident litigation. With a career spanning over three decades in industrial hygiene, loss control, and risk management, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating workplace safety compliance, assessing accident causation, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Gray has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving OSHA-related cases, industrial accidents, and safety audits. His B.S. and M.S. degrees from Murray State University, along with certifications as a Construction Health and Safety Technologist, Certified Safety & Health Manager, Graduate Safety Practitioner, and Occupational Health and Safety Technologist, 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 compliance.

Principal, Project Manager/Engineer

Grant Johnson, TE is a traffic engineering expert specializing in litigation involving traffic safety and roadway conditions. With a career encompassing leadership roles in both domestic and international traffic engineering projects, he brings a global perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating roadway and traffic conditions, assessing compliance with traffic control standards, and evaluating whether design and safety principles have been adhered to. Mr. Johnson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across several western US states, including California, Hawaii, Utah, Arizona, and Washington, involving cases such as nighttime trucking accidents, car/motorcycle collisions, and pedestrian fatalities. His BS in Civil Engineering from California State University, Sacramento, along with his registration as a Traffic Engineer in California (TR#1453), 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 traffic engineering and roadway safety.

Partner – Forensic Civil Engineer

Andrew J R Hill, BSc CEng MICE is a forensic civil engineering expert specializing in construction defect investigation and structural failure analysis. With a career encompassing diverse roles in civil engineering and project management, he brings a comprehensive understanding of infrastructure design and safety compliance to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction site accidents, assessing structural integrity, and evaluating compliance with safety regulations. Mr. Hill has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases related to construction defects, highway engineering, and personal injury claims. His Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Newcastle University, along with his Chartered Engineer status and membership in the Institution of Civil Engineers, 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 failures and safety compliance.

Associate, Structural

Peter Vaccaro, PE is a forensic engineering expert specializing in structural failure analysis and construction defect evaluation. With a career spanning design, engineering, and forensic investigations, he brings a strategic leadership framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether building codes were adhered to. Mr. Vaccaro has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements throughout the Midwest and Southern United States, involving structural failures, construction defects, and premises liability claims. His BS in Civil Engineering, along with his Licensed Professional Engineer credentials in AR, CO, FL, GA, IA, KS, KY, MN, MO, NE, ND, OK, and TX, 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 engineering and code compliance.

Annuity & Insurance Sales Abuse Expert

Michael A Schellinger, RICP®, CLTC®, NSSA®, EA, Series 65 is a chemical engineering expert specializing in hazardous chemicals and process safety litigation. With a career spanning monomers and polymers chemistries, he brings a robust understanding of chemical processes and safety protocols to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating chemical incidents, assessing process safety management compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in chemical plant operations. Mr. Schellinger has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving chemical plants, petrochemical industries, and process safety cases. His BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois - Urbana Champaign, along with certifications such as RICP®, CLTC®, and NSSA®, 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 chemical process safety and hazardous materials.

Gary John Lock BSc, CEng, FIMechE MSOE MIRTE is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in accident investigation and structural integrity. With extensive experience in project management, design, and analysis of complex engineering systems, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating vehicle dynamics, assessing structural failures, and evaluating whether engineering standards were met. Mr. Lock has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving vehicle accident analysis, gas turbine engineering, and structural assessments. His BSc(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Chartered Engineer status and affiliations with professional institutions, 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 road traffic accidents.

Expert Witness

Joseph DiPompeo, PE, F.SEI, F.ASCE is a structural engineering expert specializing in construction defects. With a career encompassing diverse aspects of building envelopes, civil engineering, and forensic investigation, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing structural failures, and evaluating whether construction delays have impacted project outcomes. Mr. DiPompeo has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction cost estimates, real estate due diligence, and failure analysis. His B. Eng and M. Eng degrees from Stevens Institute of Technology, along with his certification by the Structural Engineering Certification 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 responsibility in disputes involving construction contracts and property maintenance.