Dan R. Werdowatz, S.E.

Dan R. Werdowatz, S.E. is a structural engineering expert specializing in construction defects and professional liability claims. With a career spanning wood, masonry, steel, and concrete structures, he brings a nuanced understanding of structural integrity and compliance to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing code compliance, and evaluating whether professional standards of care were met.

Mr. Werdowatz has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defects, seismic design, and professional liability claims. His MSSE in Structural Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, along with his multiple state licenses as a Professional and Structural 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 standard of care in disputes involving structural engineering and construction practices.