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Structural & Geo-technical Engineer

Edward Bennett is a Structural & Geo-technical Engineering expert specializing in civil engineering disputes. With a career encompassing structural engineering, geo-technical assessments, and stormwater design, he brings a multifaceted engineering perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing geo-technical conditions, and evaluating whether construction practices align with industry standards. Mr. Bennett has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Australia, involving residential building design, retaining wall disputes, and dilapidation reports. His membership in the Institution of Engineers, Australia, along with his Professional Engineer license in QLD, 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 and geo-technical engineering issues.

Expert Witness

Tara L Pase, Ph.D., MSCE, BSCE is a structural and civil engineering expert specializing in construction defect litigation. With a career encompassing diverse engineering disciplines, she brings a multifaceted analytical framework to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether structural failures have occurred. Ms. Pase has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the northeastern United States, involving construction defect, seismic activity, and stormwater management cases. Her Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, along with her Registered Professional Engineer licenses in New York, Maryland, Virginia, and New Jersey, 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 integrity and construction practices.

Automotive Powertrain Systems Engineering Expert

Roger D Berry is an automotive powertrain systems engineering expert specializing in automotive engineering and software engineering litigation. With a career spanning automotive engineering, control systems, and regulatory compliance, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating compliance with regulatory standards, assessing control systems integrity, and evaluating whether software engineering practices meet industry norms. Mr. Berry has been retained in a select number of expert witness and consulting engagements involving automotive engineering and software compliance cases. His degree in Mechanical Engineering from Oregon 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 compliance and responsibility in disputes involving automotive powertrain systems and software engineering.

Vice President, Materials Chemistry

Dr. Antoine Chamsi, Ph.D. is an Analytical Chemistry and Forensic Engineering expert specializing in chemical failure analysis and forensic investigations. With a career encompassing roles in academia, research, and industry leadership, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating chemical properties, assessing material failures, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Dr. Chamsi has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving cases such as personal injury, product liability, and construction defects. His Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, along with Diplomat Status from the American Board of Forensic 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 chemical and material failures.

Expert Witness

Morris J. Mach, CSP is an engineering and safety expert specializing in power line safety and related litigation. With a career spanning power line operations, high voltage safety, and accident reconstruction, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving electrical incidents. His work centers on investigating power line accidents, assessing safety compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Mach has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to power line safety, lineman accidents, and electrical contacts. His MS from West Virginia University, along with his Certificate Safety Prof. from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, 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 accidents and safety compliance.

Expert Consultant

Rustom S. Kanga, Ph.D. is a printing and chemical engineering expert specializing in polymer chemistry and UV cure technologies litigation. With a career spanning polymer chemistry, photopolymers, and graphic arts, he brings a multidisciplinary scientific framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating polymer behaviors, assessing coating technologies, and evaluating whether industry standards in printing processes have been met. Mr. Kanga has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving cases in the printing and chemical engineering industries. His Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry from the University of Florida, along with an MBA from Georgia State University and a B.Sc. (Tech) from UDCT, Bombay University, 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 advanced coating technologies and printing processes.

Engineering Geologist

Graeme Boyd, BSc(Hons), MSc, CP(Mining), MAusIMM, MAGS, MGSA, MIAEG is an engineering geology expert specializing in slope stability and mining conditions. With a career encompassing engineering geology, strata control, and materials engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating slope failures, assessing strata control measures, and evaluating whether mining conditions meet industry standards. Mr. Boyd has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various mining and geological sectors, involving complex engineering geology and materials engineering cases. His BSc(Hons) in Geology and MSc in Engineering Geology, along with his CP(Mining) 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 slope stability and mining conditions.

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.

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.

Forensic Engineering & Ergonomic Consultant

Dr Steven C. N. Chew, PhD, Chartered Professional Engineer, Certified Professional Ergonomist is a forensic engineering and ergonomics expert specializing in industrial accident analysis and ergonomic evaluation. With a career encompassing forensic engineering, ergonomic assessment, and industrial safety analysis, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating industrial accidents, assessing ergonomic compliance, and evaluating whether safety standards have been met. Dr. Chew has been retained in a substantial number of expert witness and consulting engagements across Australia, involving industrial accidents, ergonomic assessments, and failure analyses. His PhD in Engineering, along with his Certified Professional Ergonomist designation, 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 industrial safety and ergonomic standards.

Road and Traffic Engineer

Dr John R. McLean, BE (Hons), PhD is a Road and Traffic Engineering expert specializing in crash causation investigation. With a career encompassing road design analysis, traffic engineering, and vehicle engineering, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating road design factors, assessing road condition factors, and evaluating whether the impact of trucks on infrastructure contributed to traffic operations issues. Dr McLean has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various jurisdictions, involving cases related to road infrastructure and traffic operations. His Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and PhD 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 road and traffic engineering.

P.E.

Terry Livingston, P.E. is a chemical process engineering expert specializing in project management and process simulation within the refining, chemical, power, pharmaceutical, pulp, and petrochemical industries. With a career encompassing roles in engineering management, process optimization, and technical project execution, he brings a strategic perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating process efficiencies, assessing project management practices, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Livingston has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in the refining, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors. His M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Texas A&M University, along with his Professional Engineer licenses 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 causation in disputes involving chemical process engineering and project management practices.

Software Quality Testing & Expert Witness

Adam M Alburakeh is a Software Quality Testing & Expert Witness specializing in software defects and failure analysis litigation. With a career encompassing software testing, quality assurance, and test automation, he brings a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in software engineering disputes. His work centers on investigating software defects, assessing quality assurance processes, and evaluating whether testing frameworks meet industry standards. Mr. Alburakeh has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the information technology sector, involving cases related to software engineering and quality assurance. His Bachelor of Software Engineering from Philadelphia University of Jordan 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 software testing and quality assurance.

Expert witness in earthworks, slopes, foundations, building defects

Nagamuttu Narendranathan, B.Sc (Engineering), M. Eng is a civil and geotechnical engineering expert specializing in forensic investigations of structural failures and construction defects. With a career spanning civil engineering, geotechnical analysis, and construction material assessment, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing construction material defects, and evaluating whether engineering standards have been met. Mr. Narendranathan has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Australia, Singapore, and Malaysia, involving cases related to building defects, pavement failures, and marine structure assessments. His B.Sc (Engineering) and M. Eng from the University of New South Wales, along with his extensive experience, 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 civil engineering and construction materials.

Expert Witness

John C Fetzer, PhD is a Chemistry & Chemicals expert specializing in hydrocarbon and petroleum-related litigation. With a career spanning analytical chemistry, chromatography, and spectrometry, he brings a robust scientific framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating hydrocarbon compositions, assessing chemical processes, and evaluating whether industry standards in petroleum engineering have been met. Mr. Fetzer has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to gasoline, diesel, oil, wax, and asphalt analysis. His Doctor of Philosophy in Analytical Chemistry, along with his designation as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, 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 chemical compositions and processes.

Lighting Expert

Gordon Watson, PhD, MBSc, MIIE, IEng, FIES is a lighting expert specializing in illumination engineering and design disputes. With a career encompassing electrical design, daylighting strategies, and street lighting systems, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating compliance with lighting standards, assessing the adequacy of illumination designs, and evaluating whether industry norms have been met. Mr. Watson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various jurisdictions, involving cases related to commercial and public lighting projects. His PhD in Lighting Design, along with certifications such as MIIE and IEng, 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 lighting and illumination systems.

Expert Witness

Leon Allan Kappelman, PhD is a Software Engineering and Human Factors expert specializing in software disputes and intellectual property litigation. With a career spanning software project management, software development, and quality assurance, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating software defects, assessing project management methodologies, and evaluating whether software implementations meet contractual obligations. Mr. Kappelman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to software intellectual property, ERP systems, and SaaS disputes. His PhD in Business Administration from Georgia State University, along with his MBIS and BA degrees, 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 quality and project management.

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.