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Senior Executive

Joseph Jaskulski, P.E. is an infrastructure development and power generation expert specializing in construction management and energy efficiency litigation. With a career spanning infrastructure projects, power plant operations, and asset management, he brings a strategic perspective to evaluating complex technical and commercial disputes. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing power generation efficiency, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Jaskulski has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and internationally, involving high-profile construction projects and power generation facilities. His Master of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, along with certifications such as LEED Accredited Professional and Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, 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 infrastructure and energy 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.

President

Charles (Chip) G. Hunter, Ph.D. is an economics expert specializing in intellectual property, antitrust and competition, and consumer fraud class actions. With a career spanning consulting roles and economic analysis across diverse industries, he brings a nuanced understanding of economic impacts in litigation contexts. His work centers on investigating economic damages, assessing market behaviors, and evaluating whether competitive practices align with regulatory standards. Dr. Hunter has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving intellectual property disputes, antitrust cases, and consumer fraud class actions. His Ph.D. in Economics from The University of Chicago, along with his Master of Public Affairs, 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 economic damages and market competition.

Railroad Signal and Accident Reconstruction Expert

Robert W. Halstead, A.S., B.S. is a Railroad Signal and Accident Reconstruction Expert specializing in railroad crossings, signal systems, and accident reconstruction. With a career encompassing roles in signal circuit design, construction supervision, and maintenance oversight, he brings a comprehensive understanding of the operational and safety standards critical to railroad litigation. His work centers on investigating signal system failures, assessing accident causation, and evaluating compliance with federal and industry regulations. Mr. Halstead has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases such as train-vehicle collisions, derailments, and signal system adequacy. His B.S. in Electrical Engineering, along with his accreditation as a Traffic Accident Reconstructionist by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR), 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 railroad signal systems and accident reconstruction.

E.M. Stevens Professor of Economics

David A. Macpherson, Ph.D. is an economics and labor market expert specializing in economic damages and labor economics litigation. With a career spanning labor economics, business damages, and labor market analysis, he brings a nuanced understanding of economic principles to litigation work. His work centers on investigating economic damages, assessing labor market impacts, and evaluating whether economic losses align with industry standards. Mr. Macpherson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to labor economics, business damages, and employment discrimination. His Ph.D. in Economics from The Pennsylvania State University, along with his extensive publication record, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of economic damages in disputes involving labor market dynamics and business interruptions.

Service-oriented property manager, small business owner and consultant

Courtenay N. Brack, CPM® is a commercial property management expert specializing in financial oversight and contract negotiation for litigation involving commercial real estate. With a career spanning property management, real estate operations, and project oversight, he brings a strategic perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating financial discrepancies, assessing contract compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards in property management have been met. Mr. Brack has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements throughout the Southeastern United States, involving commercial retail, office, and medical office properties, as well as property owners' associations. His Bachelor of Arts in Communications, along with his Certified Property Manager (CPM®) 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 responsibility in disputes involving property management and real estate operations.

Senior Forensic Economist

Wade C. Roberts, Ph.D. is a forensic economics expert specializing in economic damages analysis. With a career encompassing econometric modeling, valuation, and expert testimony, he brings a robust analytical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating economic losses, assessing damages in wrongful death and personal injury cases, and evaluating business interruption claims. Dr. Roberts has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving personal injury, commercial damages, and class action disputes. His Ph.D. in Economics, along with his extensive teaching 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 economic causation in disputes involving lost earnings, business damages, and class action matters.

Reconstruction Specialist, ACTAR 2054

Kevin William Forcier SR, ACTAR 2054 is a Crash Reconstruction expert specializing in accident analysis and reconstruction. With a career encompassing diverse roles in law enforcement and private consulting, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating crash scenes, assessing vehicle dynamics, and evaluating occupant kinematics. Mr. Forcier has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Pennsylvania, involving cases related to passenger vehicles, motorcycles, and pedestrian/bicycle incidents. His Associate of Engineering Degree in Engineering, along with certifications such as ACTAR Certification and Crash Data Retrieval 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 crash data retrieval and analysis.

Board-Certified Toxicologist

Dr. Marc A LeBeau, Board-Certified Toxicologist is a forensic toxicology expert specializing in drug-facilitated sexual assault and seized drugs analysis. With a career spanning forensic science, criminalistics, and analytical testing, he brings a comprehensive understanding of toxicological principles to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating drug-related incidents, assessing toxicological evidence, and evaluating whether substances contributed to alleged criminal activities. Dr. LeBeau has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases of drug abuse, human trafficking, and DUI testing. His Doctor of Philosophy in Toxicology from the University of Maryland - Baltimore, along with his Board Certified Fellow status with the American Board of Forensic Toxicology, 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 forensic toxicology.

Polymer Science Consultant

Jeffrey T. Gotro, Ph.D. is a polymer science expert specializing in polymer materials selection, mechanical properties, and processing. With a career spanning advanced polymer characterization, intellectual property management, and product liability analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating polymer product failures, assessing patent infringement claims, and evaluating whether polymer processing meets industry standards. Dr. Gotro has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving product liability and intellectual property cases in industries such as electronics and construction. His Ph.D. in Materials Science with a specialty in polymer science, along with his extensive publication record and patent holdings, 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 polymer materials and processing.

Monfort Professor of Chemistry

Justin B. Sambur, Monfort Professor of Chemistry is an analytical chemistry and materials characterization expert specializing in determining the presence, absence, identity, and quantity of hazardous or regulated materials in complex systems. With a career focused on energy, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing, he brings a methodical approach to measurement, data integrity, and clear explanation of findings. His work centers on investigating materials failures or contamination events, assessing nanotechnology and nanoparticle synthesis, evaluating whether deviations in battery, solar, and electrolyzer technologies have occurred. Mr. Sambur has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to hazardous materials, environmental contamination, and intellectual property disputes. His Ph.D. in Chemistry, along with his NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship in 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 chemical exposure and forensic chemical analysis.

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.

Forensic Mechanical Engineer

Roger W. Griffith, P.E. is a forensic mechanical engineering expert specializing in failures of building mechanical systems, including carbon monoxide exposure, fuel gas leaks and explosions, and hot water scalding incidents. With a career spanning HVAC design, plumbing systems, and forensic analysis, he brings a standards-based forensic engineering methodology to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical system failures, assessing compliance with safety codes, and evaluating whether engineering practices met industry standards. Mr. Griffith has been retained in over 125 expert witness and consulting engagements across state and federal courts, involving product liability, premises liability, and professional negligence claims. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Board Certification in Forensic Engineering (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 mechanical system failures and safety compliance.

Practice Leader

Brian C. Grieser, P.E., C.P.S.M., CSP, CPE is a Human Factors and Premises Liability expert specializing in product safety and slip resistance litigation. With a career spanning naval architecture, marine engineering, and industrial operations, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating walkway slip resistance, assessing recreational boat design safety, and evaluating human movement and stability in various environments. Mr. Grieser has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to product liability, premises safety, and recreational watercraft design. His M.S.E. in Industrial and Operations Engineering, along with certifications as a Certified Product Safety Manager, Certified Safety Professional, and Certified Professional Ergonomist, 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 slip resistance and human factors.

C.E.M.

Joseph A. LaRovere, C.E.M. is an HVAC and mechanical systems expert specializing in litigation involving system failures, energy management, and contractor evaluation. With a career spanning roles as a contractor, owner/operator, technician, and consultant, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating system failures, assessing contractor standards of care, and evaluating energy management and control systems. Mr. LaRovere has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to healthcare facilities, data centers, and high-rise buildings. His HVAC Electromechanical Technologies Certificate, along with certifications such as Certified Energy Manager and Honeywell Tridium Niagara AX, 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 and mechanical system design and construction defects.

Licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer

Ronald D. Schapf, P.E. CA, NV, TX, FL is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in machine design litigation. With a career encompassing theme park ride systems, recreational vehicles, and safety-critical vehicle systems, he brings a robust engineering framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing design compliance, and evaluating whether engineering standards were met. Mr. Schapf has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving theme park rides, recreational vehicles, and specialty machinery. His B.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in CA and NV, 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 engineering design and safety compliance.

Mechanical Engineer

Skilled and experienced in the design, analysis, troubleshooting, and failure analysis of turbomachinery and ancillary equipment. Design hardware for turbines, compressors, combustors, fuel nozzles, fluid film bearings, rolling element bearings, oil-film dampers, lube systems, plumbing, heat transfer equipment, and test equipment. Analyze internal flow, heat transfer, structures and strength, dynamics and vibration, fatigue and fracture, equipment failures and test results. Use SolidWorks Simulation™ finite element analysis code, Dyrobes™ rotordynamics analysis code, SolidWorks™ CAD software, and develop specialized computer utility programs for design, analysis, and problem solving. Procure and deliver hardware. Provide economic and engineering analyses of proposed equipment modifications. Write inspection procedures, repair procedures, and process specifications. Provide independent third-party consultation, warranty dispute evaluation, and litigation support. Access to metallurgical laboratory. Two patents in the field of jet engines. Expert witness.

Workplace Safety Professional and Trainer

Mark A Franklin is a workplace safety expert specializing in occupational safety and health litigation. With a career spanning training, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving workplace safety standards. His work centers on investigating incident causation, assessing regulatory compliance, and evaluating whether safety protocols were followed. Mr. Franklin has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in construction safety, hazardous materials management, and general industry safety. His Master of Business Administration in Business Administration, along with certifications such as OSHA Authorized Trainer for general and construction industry, 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.