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Ramona Powell, SPHR is a Human Resources and Employment Practices expert specializing in cases involving discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, workplace harassment, and ADA accommodation. With a career spanning strategic planning, organizational design, and total rewards and compensation, she brings a strategic business partner perspective to litigation work. Her work centers on investigating employment practices, assessing compliance with HR standards, and evaluating whether workplace policies align with legal requirements. Ms. Powell has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the U.S., involving cases in technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and distribution industries. Her major in Economics from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, along with her SPHR Certification, 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 employment discrimination, ADA accommodations, and workplace policies.

PhD BCBA-D LABA CCTP-II

Teresa Herrero Taylor, PhD BCBA-D LABA CCTP-II is a psychology and behavior analysis expert specializing in clinical psychology, special education, and psychological trauma. With a career encompassing roles in educational leadership, clinical practice, and behavior analysis, she brings a multifaceted perspective to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating psychological trauma impacts, assessing behavioral interventions, and evaluating compliance with educational standards. Ms. Taylor has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across New Jersey and Florida, involving cases related to special education, psychological trauma, and behavior analysis. Her Ph.D. in Professional Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, along with certifications such as Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctoral and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional II, 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 psychological and behavioral assessments.

Electrical & Telecom Engineer, Statistician

Mark McFarland, PE is an Electrical & Telecom Engineering expert specializing in forensic investigations related to electrical and electronic components, systems, and devices. With a career spanning wireless engineering, GPS and cellular evidence analysis, and quality sciences, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating equipment malfunctions, assessing design defects, and evaluating whether modifications have led to system breakdowns. Mr. McFarland has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases such as mining accidents, automotive wireless claims, and securities fraud. His Master of Engineering in Engineering Management, along with certifications such as Six Sigma Master Black Belt and Diplomate in Forensic 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 telecommunications and electronic systems.

President

Miroslav M. “Misha” Mladenovic, P.E. is an engineering expert specializing in forensic engineering and litigation support. With a career encompassing mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating engineering failures, assessing construction compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Mladenovic has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial and residential construction disputes. His Masters of Science in Engineering and Communications, along with his Professional Engineer (P.E.) licenses in Florida, California, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, 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 complex engineering issues.

Expert Witness

Ole E. Haaland, P. E. is a power plant engineering expert specializing in design, construction, and commissioning litigation. With a career encompassing conventional, nuclear, and alternative fuel power systems, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating system failures, assessing compliance with engineering standards, and evaluating whether operational deviations impacted performance. Mr. Haaland has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and internationally, involving power plant design, construction disputes, and commissioning issues. His BSME from the New York Institute of Technology, along with his Registered Professional Engineer license in Maryland and Senior Reactor Operator 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 power plant operations and engineering design.

Electrical & General Construction Expert Witness

Don Gifford is an electrical and general construction expert specializing in construction defects and contract disputes. With a career spanning electrical engineering, commercial and residential construction, and economic impact analysis, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing contract compliance, and evaluating economic impacts in construction-related disputes. Mr. Gifford has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial, industrial, and residential construction cases. His Bachelor of Science in General Engineering, along with certifications such as the C10 Electrical Contracting License and Master Electrician credentials, 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 construction practices.

Consulting Physician in Occupational Medicine/Toxicology

Michael L. Fischman, M.D, M.P.H., FACOEM is an occupational and environmental medicine expert specializing in toxicology and related litigation. With a career encompassing diverse sectors such as semiconductor manufacturing, biotechnology, and healthcare, he brings a nuanced understanding of industry-specific health risks to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating occupational exposures, assessing toxicological impacts, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in workplace health disputes. Dr. Fischman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in the semiconductor, biotechnology, and chemical industries. His M.D. in Medicine from the University of Michigan Medical School, along with his Master in Public Health (M.P.H.) in Environmental Health Sciences/Occupational Medicine from the University of California, Berkeley, and certifications as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Preventive Medicine in Occupational 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 occupational and environmental health issues.

Construction Forensics Expert Witness

Timothy M. Browne is a construction forensics expert specializing in construction defect claims and insurance appraisals. With a career spanning residential and commercial construction, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work, informed by his extensive hands-on trade experience and leadership roles in construction management. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing building code compliance, and evaluating whether standard of care deviations have occurred. Mr. Browne has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defect claims, contract disputes, and building code compliance issues. His education in Building Construction Management, along with certifications as a Certified Residential Building Inspector (B1), Certified Commercial Building Inspector (B2), and Certified Building Inspector (B5), 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 construction defects and building code compliance.

PhD, PE SE SI LEED AP

Nick M. Bradford, PhD, PE SE SI LEED AP is a structural engineering expert specializing in structural failure and collapse analysis. With a career spanning structural design, forensic engineering, and building code analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex structural issues. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether building codes were adhered to. Mr. Bradford has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the southeastern United States, involving residential, commercial, and industrial property cases. His PhD in Civil Engineering, along with certifications such as LEED AP and multiple state engineering licenses, 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.

Consulting Engineer

Lawrence M. Levine, P.E. is a Traffic Engineering and Accident Reconstruction expert specializing in accident investigation and reconstruction, civil engineering, and environmental impact studies. With a career spanning over five decades in civil engineering, transportation planning, and traffic engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to analyzing complex accident scenarios and infrastructure issues. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing traffic safety measures, and evaluating whether design and construction standards have been met. Mr. Levine has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across New York, involving traffic accident cases, civil engineering projects, and environmental impact assessments. His Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Michigan State University and Master’s Degree (MTE) in Civil Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, along with certifications such as NYS and NJ Professional Engineer Licenses and NYSTARS, 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 accidents, structural failures, and safety compliance.

PharmD, FASCP, BCPS, BCGP, BCIDP

Nicholas Ladikos, PharmD, FASCP, BCPS, BCGP, BCIDP is a pharmacy and pharmacology expert specializing in pharmaceutical negligence and fraud litigation. With a career spanning clinical pharmacy, infectious diseases, and geriatric pharmacotherapy, he brings a multi-faceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating adverse drug reactions, assessing medication errors, and evaluating whether standards of care in pharmacy practice have been met. Mr. Ladikos has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to drug interactions, compounding, and pharmaceutical malpractice. His Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Florida, along with certifications such as Board Certified Infectious Diseases Pharmacist (BCIDP) and Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (BCGP), 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 drug safety and pharmacy standards.

Associate Professor of Applied Mathematics

Aleksandr Aravkin, Ph.D., M.S. is an applied mathematics expert specializing in statistical modeling and continuous optimization. With a career encompassing roles in academia and research leadership, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work, integrating insights from mathematical sciences and data analytics. His work centers on investigating statistical methodologies, assessing optimization frameworks, and evaluating whether data-driven models meet industry standards. Mr. Aravkin has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to epidemiology, business interruption, and medical malpractice. His Ph.D. in Mathematics, along with his M.S. in Statistics, 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 complex data analysis and statistical modeling.

President & Principal Computer Scientist

George Edwards, PhD is a computer science expert specializing in software-related litigation. With a career spanning software analysis, intellectual property evaluation, and advanced analytic techniques, he brings a robust technical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating software failures, assessing intellectual property validity, and evaluating software architecture for structural similarities and differences. Mr. Edwards has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases of patent infringement, copyright infringement, and trade secret theft. His Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Southern California, along with his extensive experience in software 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 and responsibility in disputes involving complex software systems.

P.E.

Kevin Hastings, P.E. is an HVAC and plumbing systems expert specializing in forensic consulting and product testing and analysis. With a career spanning HVAC systems, plumbing systems, and fire protection systems, he brings a comprehensive engineering perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating system failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Hastings has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial, industrial, and residential construction defect cases. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified in Plumbing Design and Certified Fire Protection Specialist, 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 HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.

Expert Witness and Subject Matter Expert for Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation

Jeffrey Hickman, Ph.D. is a human factors and safety expert specializing in occupational and industrial safety, as well as vehicle operator behavior. With a career encompassing behavioral safety, safety culture, and advanced driver assistance systems, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving human factors issues. His work centers on investigating driver distraction, assessing safety management techniques, and evaluating the impact of electronic device use on operator behavior. Dr. Hickman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving cases related to transportation safety, occupational safety, and driver behavior. His Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, along with his extensive involvement in safety research and development of safety programs, 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 driver distraction, fatigue management, and safety regulations.

Expert Witness

Brenda Eagan-Johnson, EdD, CBIST-AP is a Brain Injury Medicine and Education expert specializing in pediatric brain injury litigation. With a career spanning educational neuroscience, transition special education, and neurodevelopmental consulting, she brings a multidisciplinary framework to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating pediatric brain injury causation, assessing educational impacts of acquired brain injuries, and evaluating whether standard of care in educational settings was met. Ms. Eagan-Johnson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases of traumatic brain injury, personal injury, and special education disputes. Her Doctorate in Education, specializing in educational neuroscience, Mind, Brain, & Teaching, along with her Certified Brain Injury Specialist Trainer with Advanced Practice in NeuroRehabilitation, 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 pediatric brain injuries and educational settings.

Senior Software & Hardware Engineer, Computer Scientist, Expert Witness

Bert Schiettecatte, MSc/CS, MA/MST is an intellectual property litigation expert specializing in software and hardware engineering disputes. With a career spanning software development, digital signal processing, and consumer electronics, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating software source code for patent infringement, assessing hardware systems for trade secret misappropriation, and evaluating whether breaches of contract have occurred. Mr. Schiettecatte has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving intellectual property disputes in the software and electronics industries. His Master of Science in Computer Science, along with his Master of Arts in Music, Science 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 software architecture and performance optimization.

Engineering Consultant

Lester Weitman, BSEE, MS, 6-Sigma Black Belt is an Automotive Electrical Systems expert specializing in failure analysis and forensic engineering. With a career spanning electrical product design, testing, and field failure analysis, he brings a systems-thinking framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical failures, assessing design flaws, and evaluating whether assembly errors contributed to automotive incidents. Mr. Weitman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving automotive product liability and defect cases. His BSEE in Electrical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, along with certifications in 6-Sigma Black Belt and Failure Mode & Effects Analysis, 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 automotive electrical systems.