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Expert Witness

Mark R Webster, PE, MSME, MBA is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in equipment and machinery litigation. With a career spanning industrial controls, dynamic analysis, and forensic engineering, he brings a multifaceted technical perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating equipment failures, assessing compliance with ASME safety standards, and evaluating whether mechanical systems meet industry specifications. Mr. Webster has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to conveyors, elevators, and material handling systems. His MS 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 mechanical systems and equipment failures.

Matthew F. Baretich, Ph.D., P.Eng., CCE, P.E. is a clinical engineering expert specializing in healthcare technology management and medical device safety. With a career spanning biomedical engineering, risk management, and hospital administration, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating medical device incidents, assessing compliance with healthcare standards, and evaluating whether risk management protocols were appropriately followed. Mr. Baretich has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving healthcare technology management and medical device safety cases. His Ph.D. in Hospital and Health Administration, along with certifications as a Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE) and Professional Engineer (P.Eng., P.E.), 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 clinical engineering and healthcare technology management.

Regional Director

Jeremy Urban, PE is a structural engineering expert specializing in building envelope design and cold-formed steel design. With a career encompassing structural engineering, insulation manufacturing, and project management, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing building envelope integrity, and evaluating compliance with building codes. Mr. Urban has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial and residential structural assessments, hurricane and tornado damage evaluations, and fire damage investigations. His Bachelor of Architectural Engineering in Structural Option, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in AR, CO, DE, FL, GA, ME, MD, MI, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TX, VA, and WV, 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 building envelope performance.

Professional Engineer-Mechanical-Failure Analysis

Joshua Drake, Professional Engineer-Mechanical-Failure Analysis is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in failure analysis litigation. With a career encompassing HVAC systems, pipe and valve integrity, and material defect investigations, he brings a nuanced understanding of engineering failures to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating installation defects, assessing engineering and material failures, and evaluating whether mechanical systems meet industry standards. Mr. Drake has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various mechanical engineering disputes, involving HVAC systems, pipe failures, and installation defects. His Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Northern Arizona University, along with his Professional Mechanical Engineer (PE) and Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certifications, 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 defects.

Consultants for Business, Communities & Environment

Mr Robert Rendell is an Environmental Engineering expert specializing in expert witness reporting. With a career encompassing rural industry consulting, community planning, and business performance analysis, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating environmental impacts, assessing community planning initiatives, and evaluating whether business performance aligns with industry standards. Mr. Rendell has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various regions, involving cases related to business, communities, and environmental matters. His degree as an Environmental Engineer reinforces 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 environmental and community planning issues.

Automated Vehicle & Accident Reconstruction Expert

Adam M. Olshove, PE, MSE is an Automated Vehicle & Accident Reconstruction Expert specializing in automotive engineering and accident analysis. With a career spanning systems engineering, mechanical engineering, and engineering management, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating crash development, assessing crash sensing calibrations, and evaluating whether safety standards were met in automated driving systems. Mr. Olshove has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving automotive engineering, consumer products, and industrial accidents. His MSE in Systems Engineering & Engineering Management from Wayne State University, along with his BSE and MSE in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, 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 collision avoidance and autonomous vehicles.

Associate Consultant - Domestic & Industrial Electric Wiring, Electrical Industrial Engineering

Mr. Philip Banfield, CEng FIMMM is an Electrical Engineering expert specializing in electrical fires investigation and risk assessments. With a career spanning domestic and industrial electrical wiring, electrical industrial engineering, and machinery safety, he brings a robust technical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical failures, assessing compliance with safety standards, and evaluating whether proper risk assessments were conducted. Mr. Banfield has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving electrical engineering disputes and industrial safety cases. His BTEC National Certificate in Electrical Engineering, along with certifications such as the Institute of Mining Electrical, Mechanical Engineers Certificate and NEBOSH General 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 electrical systems and safety compliance.

Associate

Mr. Gregor Ferguson, BEng (Hons), M CIBSE is a Building Engineering Systems expert specializing in contract works evaluation and forensic analysis of building services. With a career encompassing energy engineering and detailed contract assessment, he brings a technical and analytical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating pipework failures, assessing installation quality issues, and evaluating whether contract standards have been met. Mr. Ferguson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving disputes over mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design standards and professional service fees. His BEng (Hons) in Energy Engineering, along with the Legal Experience Training Advanced Professional Award in Expert Witness (LETAPAEWE) — Pearson Learning, 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 engineering systems.

Building Services Engineer

Mr. Paul Bradley, LLB (Hons), BSc, MSc (Arch), CEng, MEI, MCIBSE is a Building Services Engineering expert specializing in expert witness testimony. With a career encompassing electrical engineering, energy-efficient design, and building simulation, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating compliance with engineering standards, assessing energy efficiency measures, and evaluating whether design specifications meet regulatory requirements. Mr. Bradley has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving complex engineering disputes and energy-efficient building projects. His MSc (Arch) in architecture, along with his CEng, MEI, and MCIBSE certifications, 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 building services engineering.

Chartered Engineer

Mr Stephen Marshall, BSc CEng FIMechE MCIBSE MIET is a Building Services Engineering expert specializing in complex systems analysis and construction project management. With a career encompassing engineering failure analysis and expert witness testimony, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating engineering failures, assessing construction project compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Marshall has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements worldwide, involving complex engineering systems and construction projects. His BSc in Engineering, along with his Accredited Expert Witness certification from Cardiff University Law School, 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 engineering and construction matters.

Expert Witness

Ervin L Ritter, PE is an engineering and environmental expert specializing in building mechanical systems and HVAC systems design and installation litigation. With a career spanning nearly five decades, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work, incorporating insights from mechanical systems design, environmental quality, and fire protection standards. His work centers on investigating HVAC systems controls, assessing plumbing systems design and installation, and evaluating whether mechanical and plumbing codes have been adhered to. Mr. Ritter has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Southern United States, involving cases related to building mechanical systems and indoor environmental quality. His BSME from the University of Louisiana, along with his registration to practice in Louisiana, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, and Virginia, 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 HVAC systems and building fire protection systems.

Roadway Design and Traffic Engineering Expert

Max Valerio is a roadway design and traffic engineering expert specializing in highway design and roadway safety litigation. With a career spanning traffic control devices, construction work zones, and defective pavements, he brings a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in roadway safety and design disputes. His work centers on investigating roadway defects, assessing construction claims, and evaluating whether traffic signals and devices meet industry standards. Mr. Valerio has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to highway maintenance, construction delays, and pedestrian walkways. His Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from New Mexico State University reinforces 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 roadway lighting and property right of way.

AGV and AMR System Expert Witness

Mats Herrstromer is an AGV and AMR System Expert specializing in Automated Guided Vehicle Systems (AGVS) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) litigation. With a career spanning engineering and mechanical engineering, he brings a robust technical framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating system design failures, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether operational protocols were adhered to. Mr. Herrstromer has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to automated guided vehicle systems and autonomous mobile robots. His degree in Mechanical Engineering from Sweden, along with his OPM Business education from Harvard Business School, 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 AGV and AMR systems.

Embedded Systems and Software Expert

Eric C Beppler, PE is an embedded systems and software expert specializing in electronics and software engineering litigation. With a career encompassing diverse domains such as source code analysis, firmware, and forensic engineering, he brings a technical and analytical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating product liability, assessing trade secret misappropriation, and evaluating whether root cause analysis aligns with industry standards. Mr. Beppler has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to wireless communications, Internet of Things (IoT), and medical devices. His MS in Computer Engineering, along with his Licensed Professional Engineer designation in Colorado, 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 digital health devices and life sciences instrumentation.

Traffic Expert & Work Zone Safety

Gerard Cadet, MS is a Safety and Traffic Engineering expert specializing in work zone safety and traffic control plans. With a career spanning traffic engineering safety, maintenance of traffic, and ADA compliance, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving roadway safety and traffic operations. His work centers on investigating accident/conflict analysis, assessing signal timing and signage, and evaluating whether traffic control measures meet industry standards. Mr. Cadet has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving cases related to traffic engineering safety and work zone safety. His Master in Engineering from Florida International University, along with his extensive experience in traffic control and safety, 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 operation and safety compliance.

Expert Witness

Gary L. Trotter, PE is an energy and engineering expert specializing in complex litigation involving petroleum operations and safety standards. With a career spanning drilling, completion, production, and project management, he brings a nuanced understanding of the technical and operational challenges in the energy sector. His work centers on investigating safety compliance, assessing engineering practices, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Trotter has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across onshore, inland waters, and offshore environments, involving oil/gas facilities and acid gas injection wells. His BS in Mechanical Engineering from Lamar University reinforces 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 hydrogen sulfide effects and secondary and tertiary recovery processes.

Software & IT Expert - Former Faculty

Ashu Guru, PhD is a Software & IT expert specializing in litigation involving software engineering and information technology. With a career spanning cloud computing, 3D modeling, and virtual reality, he brings a multidisciplinary framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating software architecture, assessing information systems, and evaluating whether industry standards in IT have been met. Mr. Guru has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in cloud computing, ERP systems, and high-performance computing. His Ph.D. in Industrial and Management Systems Engineering, along with certifications in software architecture from Carnegie Mellon's Software Engineering Institute (SEI) and Java programming from Sun Microsystems, 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 complex software systems.

Expert Witness

DOUGLAS R STRANG, P.E. is an electrical engineering and safety expert specializing in arc flash, shock, and electrical accident litigation. With a career spanning power system studies, utility distribution, and adherence to NFPA 70E standards, he brings a technical and regulatory framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical accidents, assessing compliance with electrical codes, and evaluating whether safety standards were met. Mr. Strang has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various jurisdictions, involving cases related to electrical accidents, utility distribution, and stray voltage. His BTEE from SUNY Buffalo State and MEng from SUNY Buffalo 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 engineering and safety.