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Brian T. McVerry, Ph.D. is a medical device development and regulatory strategy expert specializing in technology development, licensing, and FDA regulatory compliance. With a career encompassing chemistry, biomaterials, and implantable device design, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to evaluating complex medical device cases. His work centers on investigating regulatory compliance, assessing technology development processes, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met in medical device disputes. Mr. McVerry has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving medical device development, regulatory compliance, and patent disputes. His Ph.D. in Chemistry, along with his extensive experience in technology development and FDA regulatory strategy, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of regulatory compliance and standard of care in disputes involving medical device technologies.

Expert Witness

Joseph L Sutherland, PhD is a Business Damages and Technology expert specializing in complex litigation involving economic and technological disputes. With a career spanning economics, data analytics, and artificial intelligence, he brings a multidisciplinary analytical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating economic impacts, assessing data-driven insights, and evaluating whether technological implementations align with industry standards. Mr. Sutherland has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving antitrust, class action, and contractual disputes in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and digital advertising. His PhD in Economics from Columbia University, along with affiliations with Emory's Center for AI Learning and the U.S. AI Safety Institute Consortium, 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 data science and technology.

Expert Witness

Anthony Centrella, CAMS, MCSD is a Software & Information Technology and Financial and Securities / Investments Investigations expert specializing in litigation involving software engineering and financial data forensics. With a career spanning software development, securities industry analysis, and fraud detection, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating trade secrets, assessing insider trading, and evaluating whether intellectual property violations have occurred. Mr. Centrella has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to software development, securities fraud, and financial data analysis. His Bachelors of Science from Rochester Institute of Technology, along with certifications such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), 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 programming, reverse engineering, and AML compliance.

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.

Brian H Aanestad is a General Engineering Construction expert specializing in construction dispute resolution. With a career spanning transportation logistics, underground construction, and civil construction, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction claims, assessing construction defects, evaluating whether construction delays meet industry standards. Mr. Aanestad has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving construction contract disputes, transportation logistics, and underground construction projects. His certifications, including Cal-OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certified and Cal-OSHA 24-hour Hazwoper Certified, 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 engineering practices.

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John Chip Corbin is a Luxury Home Systems and Smart Home Technology expert specializing in construction defect litigation. With extensive experience in building inspection and security systems, he brings a comprehensive understanding of how advanced technology integrates with construction practices. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether security systems meet industry standards. Mr. Corbin has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving luxury residential properties and commercial construction systems. His background as an ICC-Certified Building Inspector, along with his expertise in Crestron Control Systems and Lutron Lighting Systems, 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 smart home technology and security systems.

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.

Plastics Rheological Expert

David W. Riley, PhD is a Plastics Rheological Expert specializing in extrusion analysis and polymer defect technology. With a career encompassing analytical instrumentation adaptation and surface chemistry, he brings a nuanced understanding of polymer behavior to litigation work. His work centers on investigating extrusion equipment design, assessing thermal stability of polymers, evaluating whether friction analysis impacts production outcomes. Mr. Riley has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the plastics and telecommunications industries, involving cases related to telecommunication cables and insulation, and power cables testing. His PhD in Physical Organic Chemistry reinforces 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 melt rheology and PVC compounding.

Nima Saeidi, PhD is a Cell/Stem Cell Therapies and Regenerative Medicine expert specializing in litigation involving biotechnology and medical devices. With a robust background in biomedical engineering and molecular biology, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating cellular and tissue engineering, assessing preclinical models of obesity and type 2 diabetes, and evaluating whether therapeutic interventions meet industry standards. Dr. Saeidi has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to obesity research, type 2 diabetes therapeutics, and inflammatory bowel disease treatments. His Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering/Bioengineering, along with his Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cell Biology and Molecular Biology, 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 medical therapies and biotechnology applications.

Security Risk Management Consultant

Geoffrey Harris, Licensed Security Consultant, Qualified Workplace Assessment and Training Consultant is a security risk management expert specializing in expert witness services. With a career dedicated to security technology systems and compliance, he brings a strategic perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating security breaches, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether risk management protocols were properly implemented. Mr. Harris has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various industries, involving security risk management and compliance cases. His certification as a Qualified Workplace Assessment and Training Consultant, along with his license as a Security Consultant, 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 security risk management.

Sales Org, Technology, Artificial Intelligence

Paul Yankey is a technology sales expert with deep, working knowledge of all aspects and levels of enterprise selling, including direct, channel, and vertical models. He advises on sales organization structure, go-to-market execution, and leadership systems. His expertise includes artificial intelligence integration, digital transformation, and the neuroscience of selling. Paul has led global initiatives across multiple industries and brings over 30 years of executive experience at companies such as Dell, Cisco, Salesforce, Polycom, and several venture-backed startups.

Director & Consultant Wood Scientist

Mr James C Coulson C Env, FIMMM, FFB, AIWSc is a Wood Science expert specializing in timber technology and site investigations. With a career encompassing wood science, species analysis, and in-situ grading, he brings a nuanced understanding of material properties and their implications in construction and manufacturing disputes. His work centers on investigating timber quality, assessing species suitability, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Coulson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases related to construction materials and timber technology. His C Env certification, along with FIMMM, FFB, and AIWSc designations, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of material suitability and compliance in disputes involving wood science and timber technology.

Principal Consulting

Martin U Schlegel, Dr. rer.-nat. is a Chemistry & Chemicals expert specializing in failure analysis. With a career encompassing sports technology, material fatigue, and protective materials, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing material failures, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Schlegel has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Europe and Australia, involving sports surfaces, synthetic turf, and recreational coatings. His Dr. rer.-nat. in Chemistry, along with his Dipl.-Chem., 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 technical textiles and surface coatings.

Digital Forensics Expert - Mobile/Computer/Cars

Trish McGarvey is a digital forensics expert specializing in the analysis of mobile devices, computers, and vehicles for legal and investigative purposes. With two decades of experience in digital forensics, she brings a comprehensive understanding of cyber investigations and digital artifact analysis to her litigation work. Her work centers on extracting, validating, and interpreting complex technical evidence, ensuring data preservation, and reconstructing timelines to support legal outcomes. Ms. McGarvey has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving technology and cybersecurity cases, including mobile and computer forensics, vehicle forensics, and cyber investigations. Her Certificate Program in Computer Forensics and Digital Investigations from Champlain College, along with her Associates in Accounting from Southeastern Business College, 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 digital evidence and cybersecurity incidents.

AI & Machine Learning Expert Witness

Maryam Vatankhah, PhD is an AI & Machine Learning expert specializing in AI system disputes and data privacy issues. With a career spanning artificial intelligence, information technology, and healthcare data systems, she brings a nuanced perspective to litigation involving complex algorithmic and data analysis challenges. Her work centers on investigating algorithmic bias, assessing data privacy compliance, and evaluating whether AI systems meet industry standards. Ms. Vatankhah has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving healthcare AI systems, software contract disputes, and intellectual property cases involving AI. Her PhD from Stevens Institute of Technology reinforces 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 AI and IT systems.

Expert Witness

William F. Ikerd, II, PhD, PE, CM-BIM is a construction and technology expert specializing in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and structural engineering litigation. With a career spanning structural engineering, forensic analysis, and advanced technology integration, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing structural failures, and evaluating whether industry standards in BIM and LOD have been met. Mr. Ikerd has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defects, structural engineering, and advanced modeling technologies. His Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in engineering, along with his CM-BIM 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 responsibility in disputes involving construction technology and structural integrity.

Forensic DNA Analysis

Professor Ian Findlay is a forensic DNA analysis expert specializing in forensic science applications. With a career encompassing genetic analysis and single cell DNA fingerprinting, he brings a cutting-edge scientific perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating genetic evidence, assessing DNA fingerprinting technology, evaluating whether forensic procedures meet industry standards. Professor Findlay has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements globally, involving forensic DNA analysis and genetic evidence cases. His role as Chief Scientific Officer at GMS reinforces 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 DNA evidence.

Stephen L. Gilbert is an intellectual property and semiconductor technology expert specializing in litigation involving complex technology patents and intellectual property disputes. With a career spanning microelectronics research, contamination control, and technology management, he brings a multifaceted understanding of semiconductor processes and intellectual property frameworks to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating patent validity, assessing infringement claims, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met in technology-related disputes. Mr. Gilbert has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and Europe, involving cases in the semiconductor industry and intellectual property disputes. His B.S. in Chemistry from St. Joseph's College, along with his advanced work in Metallurgy & Materials Science at the University of Pennsylvania, 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 semiconductor technologies and intellectual property rights.