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Expert Witness and Consulting

Paul D. Ferreira, C.M., C.S. is a construction and safety expert specializing in litigation involving defective pavements, construction-related accidents, and compliance with industry standards. With a career encompassing extensive field experience in project management, safety, and cost management across various construction sectors, he brings a practical, hands-on perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating roadway accidents, assessing construction site safety practices, and evaluating compliance with OSHA and ADA regulations. Mr. Ferreira has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to defective pavements, construction site accidents, and safety compliance in municipal, commercial, and residential projects. His Construction Management Diploma from Stratford Career Institute, along with certifications such as ATSSA certification in Work Zone Safety and Traffic Control Requirements, 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 construction safety and defective workmanship.

President and Expert Witness

Jon-Eric Kronvall, Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is a fiduciary governance expert specializing in trust and estate disputes. With a career encompassing fiduciary standards, securities regulation, and complex financial structures, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating fiduciary breaches, assessing compliance with investment advisory standards, and evaluating whether banking practices align with regulatory obligations. Mr. Kronvall has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving contested trust and estate matters, securities regulation, and complex financial structures. His B.A. in Political Science from California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, along with certifications such as Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of fiduciary responsibility in disputes involving trust and estate management, investment advisory practices, and banking operations.

Consulting Mechanical / Materials Engineer

David M. Hallman, M.S., P.E. is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in accident reconstruction and forensic investigations. With a career encompassing materials research, crash testing, and forensic mechanical analysis, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing crash dynamics, and evaluating causation in vehicle-related incidents. Mr. Hallman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases such as vehicle mechanical failures, crash reconstructions, and fire investigations. His Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and Certified Vehicle Fire 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 mechanical and vehicle systems.

Civil Engineering Expert Witness

Jason Bennecke, PE, MBA, PMP is a civil engineering expert specializing in transportation, infrastructure, and construction litigation. With a career spanning civil engineering, transportation design, and construction management, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating roadway design and safety, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether engineering standards of care have been met. Mr. Bennecke has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements throughout Southern California, involving transportation engineering, roadway design, and construction defect cases. His MBA in Corporate Management, along with his California Civil PE, PMP, and General Building Contractor 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 standard of care in disputes involving transportation engineering and construction practices.

President

Nick Fiduccia is a construction and renewable energy expert specializing in litigation support for construction claims across various sectors. With a career spanning renewable energy, heavy civil projects, and underground utilities, he brings a comprehensive understanding of industry practices to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction claim validity, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating project management practices. Mr. Fiduccia has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving renewable energy projects, heavy civil construction, and underground utility disputes. His certifications, including OSHA 30 Hour Certified and Class A General Contractor in Florida, 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 claims and project compliance.

Construction Litigation Consultant

Marty Wilson, MS CE is a construction litigation expert specializing in construction-related claims, including contract disputes, defective design, and construction defects. With a career spanning project management, construction operations, and real estate development, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work, focusing on industry standard practices and compliance issues. His work centers on investigating construction-related safety and personal injury claims, assessing contract administration and performance issues, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Wilson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements in California, involving commercial and residential construction defects, lease issues, and contractor termination cases. His MS in Construction Management from Stanford University, along with his active California Contractor’s License, 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 defects and contract compliance.

President, Principal Engineer

Dr. Edward J. Garbin, Jr., Ph.D., P.E., D.GE is a geotechnical engineering expert specializing in forensic evaluations and structural distress analysis. With a career spanning deep foundations, ground improvement, and earth retention systems, he brings a robust technical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating foundation integrity, assessing soil mechanics, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Dr. Garbin has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving complex geotechnical and structural cases. His Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical), along with his Diplomate, Geotechnical Engineering (D.GE) 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 foundation failures and soil stabilization issues.

Expert Witness

Curtis E. Falany, P.E. is an electrical engineering expert specializing in forensic investigation and construction defects. With a career spanning electrical failures, complex electrical systems, and the National Electrical Code, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether compliance with industry standards was maintained. Mr. Falany has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving electrical contracting disputes, workers compensation claims, and process control computer systems. His Bachelors in Engineering Science from Florida State University, along with his Board Certified Diplomat in Forensic Engineering — NAFE, a Council of Engineering & Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB) Member 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 causation in disputes involving electrical contact, shock, and electrocution.

President, Forensic Traffic Specialists, PLLC

Daren E. Marceau, P.E. is a traffic crash reconstruction expert specializing in traffic control devices, roadway design, and crashes involving pedestrians, bicycles, and motorcycles. With a career encompassing law enforcement, engineering design, and forensic analysis, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating traffic crashes, assessing roadway safety, and evaluating whether traffic control devices contributed to incidents. Mr. Marceau has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving traffic crash reconstruction and roadway safety cases. His Master of Science in Civil Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Traffic Signal Technician (II) and Traffic Signal Inspector, 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 control devices and roadway design.

Construction Expert Witness

Mark “Jake” Jacobson is a construction expert witness specializing in construction defects and analysis. With a career spanning construction management, facilities oversight, and business management, he brings a comprehensive perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing building code compliance, and evaluating workmanship quality. Mr. Jacobson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Colorado, involving residential and light commercial construction cases. His Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, along with certifications as a Certified Building Inspector and Registered Building Official, 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 construction defects and standards of care.

OSHA Safety Expert Witness and Consultant

Joseph Green, CHST is an OSHA safety expert specializing in construction safety and regulatory compliance litigation. With a career encompassing roles such as OSHA Compliance Assistance Specialist and Assistant Area Director, he brings a nuanced understanding of regulatory enforcement and accident investigation to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction site accidents, assessing OSHA compliance, and evaluating whether safety management systems meet industry standards. Mr. Green has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction safety and OSHA compliance cases. His Technical Diploma in Welding & Metal Fabrication, along with certifications such as Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST), 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 safety standards in disputes involving construction site safety and OSHA regulations.

President and Chief Engineering Officer

Gary E. Kilpatrick, P.E., DFE, PENC Fellow is a forensic engineering expert specializing in accident reconstruction and industrial accident investigation. With a career spanning mechanical design engineering, product defect analysis, and safety compliance, he brings a multifaceted engineering perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing compliance with safety standards, and evaluating whether engineering practices meet industry norms. Mr. Kilpatrick has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving traffic accident reconstruction, industrial accidents, and product liability cases. His Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Design Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Diplomate Forensics Engineer, 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 safety compliance.

P.E., DFE

Anthony G. Sasso, P.E., DFE is an accident reconstruction and forensic engineering expert specializing in accident causation and product failure analysis. With a career spanning mechanical engineering design, forensic analysis, and consulting, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to evaluating complex engineering failures and accident scenarios. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing injury mechanisms, and evaluating whether product failures contributed to incidents. Mr. Sasso has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the southeastern United States, involving vehicular accidents, industrial machine failures, and consumer product liability cases. His Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi, 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 accident reconstructions.

Chief Executive Officer

Edward L. Fronapfel, M.S.C.E., P.E., CBIE, CFCC, EDI, CBCP, MAE, F.ASCE, F.NAFE, DFE, D-IBFES, NACHI is a forensic engineering expert specializing in construction defects litigation. With a career spanning structural design, building envelopes, and civil engineering, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing structural integrity, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Fronapfel has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defect claims, property analysis, and catastrophic claim analysis. His Master of Science in Civil Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Forensic Claims Consultant and Board Certified Building Inspection Engineer, 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 and civil engineering matters.

Safety Professional

Kurt M. Stetzer, CSP, CHST, OHST, CRIS is a Safety and Risk Management expert specializing in construction safety and OSHA compliance. With a career spanning safety management, risk assessment, and high-risk activity oversight, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex construction environments. His work centers on investigating compliance failures, assessing risk management practices, and evaluating whether safety protocols were adequately implemented. Mr. Stetzer has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction safety, multiemployer construction sites, and public safety in retail environments. His B.S. in Administration (Special Fields) from the University of Pittsburgh, along with certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), 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 safety and risk management.

Senior Forensic Engineer

Matthew King, PhD is a forensic engineering expert specializing in accident reconstruction and fire investigation. With a career spanning vehicular accident reconstruction, mechanical and structural failure analysis, and product liability, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing fire origins, and evaluating material integrity failures. Mr. King has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements internationally, involving vehicular accidents, industrial safety, and fire investigations. His PhD in Applied Mechanics and Engineering Sciences, along with certifications such as Certified Safety Auditor and Certified Fire Investigator A & B, 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 accident reconstruction and fire investigation.

CSP, ASP, CHST

Michael P. Lawler, CSP, ASP, CHST is a construction safety and OSHA compliance expert specializing in liability assessment and contractor duty of care. With a career spanning safety management, OSHA compliance, and accident investigation, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving construction safety standards. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing compliance with OSHA regulations, and evaluating whether industry safety standards were upheld. Mr. Lawler has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction safety, OSHA compliance, and accident investigation cases. His B.S. in Occupational Safety from Illinois State University, along with certifications such as CSP, ASP, and CHST, 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 construction safety and OSHA compliance.

President / Owner

Scott Harvey-Lewis, PE is a structural engineering expert specializing in forensic investigations of construction defects and code compliance. With a career spanning structural design, construction administration, and forensic analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex structural failures. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing building construction defects, and evaluating whether code compliance has been met. Mr. Harvey-Lewis has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving cases related to commercial and residential structures, telecommunication and educational facilities, and industrial plants. His Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida, along with certifications such as LEED ACCREDITED Professional and Level 1 Unbonded Pt Repair, 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 standards.