Dr. Vida Tarassoly, Ph.D., P.E., S.E., Esq.

Dr. Vida Tarassoly, Ph.D., P.E., S.E., Esq. is a construction and engineering expert specializing in complex construction disputes and forensic engineering matters. With a multidisciplinary background in structural and civil engineering, legal practice, and contractor licensure, she brings a comprehensive perspective to analyzing technical issues in litigation. Her work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing standard of care in engineering practices, and evaluating whether code compliance and regulatory approvals were met.

Dr. Tarassoly has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving construction defects, environmental contamination, and structural engineering disputes. Her Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, along with her certifications as a Registered California Civil and Structural Engineer and Licensed Contractor (Class A, B & HAZ), 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 and responsibility in disputes involving construction practices and engineering standards.