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Jens Figlus, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Jens Figlus, Ph.D. is a coastal engineering expert specializing in applied coastal research and engineering. With a career spanning hydraulic engineering, environmental fluid mechanics, and process-based numerical modeling, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating sediment transport dynamics, assessing coastal protection measures, and evaluating environmental fluid interactions. Dr. Figlus has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving coastal erosion, sedimentation, and hydrodynamic disputes. His Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Coastal Engineering Major, along with his Dipl.-Ing. in Environmental Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Engineering, 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 coastal processes and engineering interventions.

Susan R. Freeman

P.E.

Specializing in materials engineering and corrosion, this expert provides forensic analysis in fire and explosion investigations, microbiological corrosion, fracture analysis, and various failure types including boiler tube and plumbing failures. With extensive experience in the utility, chemical, pharmaceutical, and pulp and paper industries, they assess cause of loss and damage for litigation and insurance investigations. As President of Millennium Metallurgy, Ltd., they have been involved in multi-million dollar cases as both expert and factual witness. They are a registered Professional Engineer in Massachusetts and other states.

RAMESH S. SANT, Ph.D., P.E.

Structural Engineer

RAMESH S. SANT, Ph.D., P.E. is a structural engineering expert specializing in civil engineering project management and forensic investigations. With a career encompassing structural analysis, building code compliance, and expert witness testimony, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing engineering standard of care, and evaluating whether construction defects have occurred. Mr. Sant has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Tri-States and Pennsylvania, involving commercial and residential buildings, high-rise towers, and industrial facilities. His Doctor of Philosophy in Structural Engineering from the State University of New York, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in CT, NJ, NY, PA, and VA, 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 structural integrity and engineering practices.

Craig Rosenberg, Ph.D.

Software Architect and Engineer

Craig Rosenberg, Ph.D. is a software and user interface design expert specializing in intellectual property and trade secret litigation. With a career encompassing user-centered design, information architecture, and systems engineering, he brings a nuanced understanding of complex systems and modeling to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating software design integrity, assessing user interface compliance, and evaluating whether human factors standards have been met. Dr. Rosenberg has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in user interface, software design, and human factors for mobile, web, desktop, embedded, and server environments. His Ph.D. in Human Factors, along with memberships in ACM, IEEE, and the Human Factors Society, 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 software engineering and user interface design.

Gary Stringham

Thought Leader in Design and Testing

Gary Stringham is a software, firmware, and hardware design and testing expert specializing in intellectual property litigation. With a career spanning software engineering, intellectual property analysis, and embedded systems development, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating patent infringement, assessing trade secret misappropriation, and evaluating whether software source code misuse has occurred. Mr. Stringham has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in industries such as printers, video games, and commercial equipment. His Master of Science in Engineering from Utah State University, along with his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Brigham Young University, 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 software and hardware design.

Gerald Blackler, Ph.D, P.E., D.WRE

Expert Witness

Gerald Blackler, Ph.D, P.E., D.WRE is a hydrology and civil engineering expert specializing in the engineering of drainage systems and transportation hydraulics. With a career spanning hydrology, hydraulics, and floodplain management, he brings a comprehensive understanding of water resource challenges to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accidental deaths or drownings near hydraulic structures, assessing bridge scour and hydraulics, and evaluating whether drainage systems meet engineering standards. Mr. Blackler has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to transportation drainage, bridge hydraulics, and water resources. His PhD in Civil Engineering in Hydrology and Hydraulics, along with board certification in water resources (DWRE) and professional engineering licenses in CO, NV, TX, WI, NM, OH, AZ, OR, KY, ND, KS, 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 hydraulic structures and civil engineering projects.

David C. Flettrich, P.E.

Professional Engineer

David C. Flettrich, P.E. is a forensic engineering expert specializing in cause and origin investigations related to poorly performing or problematic building systems. With a career spanning the design and retrofit of mechanical, electrical, and control systems, he brings a multi-disciplined perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating design errors and omissions, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether building systems meet industry standards. Mr. Flettrich has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Southern United States, involving residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. His Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Tulane University, along with certifications as a Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) and Certified Microbial Remediator (CMR), 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 HVAC systems, moisture intrusion, and energy management.

Steven Pietropaolo, MS, P.E., CFEI, DFE

Forensic Engineering Expert/Forensic Science

Steven Pietropaolo, MS, P.E., CFEI, DFE is a forensic engineering expert specializing in forensic science. With a career spanning mechanical and electrical engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to complex litigation matters. His work centers on investigating explosions, assessing product liability, and evaluating whether building defects contributed to property damage. Mr. Pietropaolo has been retained in numerous large multimillion-dollar property damage cases across New York, involving construction, appliances, and fire protection. His Masters of Science in engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and Certified Forensic 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 causation in disputes involving mechanical and electrical failures.

Robert W. Hickman, P.E., CMSE®

Mechanical Engineer

Robert W. Hickman, P.E., CMSE® is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in equipment failure and industrial hazard analysis. With a career spanning machine design, safeguarding, and damage assessment, he brings a comprehensive safety framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating equipment failures, assessing industrial hazards, and evaluating whether machinery complies with safety standards. Mr. Hickman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the southeastern United States, involving products liability and machinery safety cases. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University, along with his Certified Machinery Safety Expert 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 causation in disputes involving mechanical safety and equipment failure.

Stephen A. Batzer, Ph.D., P.E.

President, Batzer Engineering, Inc.

Stephen A. Batzer, Ph.D., P.E. is a forensic engineering expert specializing in material failure analysis and accident reconstruction. With a career spanning mechanical engineering, materials science, and intellectual property, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating material failure mechanisms, assessing accident causation, and evaluating whether design standards were met. Mr. Batzer has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving product liability, patent infringement, and vehicle crashworthiness cases. His Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering - Engineering Mechanics, along with his Board Certified Forensic Engineer 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 causation in disputes involving mechanical failures and safety standards.

Jose O Nunez, PE, FRSE, CXLT

Forensic Structural Engineer – Roof & Water Loss

Jose O Nunez, PE, FRSE, CXLT is a forensic structural engineering expert specializing in roof and water loss litigation. With a career spanning structural engineering, construction engineering, and forensic analysis, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating hurricane damage, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether water intrusion has compromised structural integrity. Mr. Nunez has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, Colorado, Louisiana, Alabama, New York, and North Carolina, involving construction disputes, premises liability, and building envelope cases. His Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo, along with Professional Engineer (PE) licenses in multiple states, 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 failures and water damage.

Michael C Head, PE

Structural Engineer - Construction and Personal Injury

Michael C Head, PE is a structural engineering expert specializing in construction defects and personal injury litigation. With a career spanning over four decades in building construction, building forensics, and high-rise building construction analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing structural integrity, and evaluating whether construction standards were met. Mr. Head has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Southeastern United States, involving construction defects, structural failures, and hurricane damage cases. His MS in Structural Engineering from Vanderbilt University, along with certifications as a Professional Engineer in multiple states and a LEED© Accredited Professional (LEED AP BD+C), 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 engineering and construction practices.

Jahan Rasty, PhD, PE, MBA

Expert Witness

Jahan Rasty, PhD, PE, MBA is an engineering and metallurgy expert specializing in failure analysis and accident reconstruction. With a career spanning multiple domains including forensic science, human factors, and intellectual property, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating failure mechanisms, assessing accident causation, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Rasty has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to products liability, premises liability, and equipment and machinery failures. His PhD in Engineering, along with certifications as a Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas, CFEI, CFII, and CDR, 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 engineering and metallurgical issues.

Guillermo A. Oviedo-Vela

Guillermo A. Oviedo-Vela, Ph.D., P.E. is an electrical engineering expert specializing in systems engineering, operations management, and photovoltaic systems. With a career encompassing technical mentorship, energy optimization, and automation, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating system dependability, assessing energy optimization strategies, and evaluating compliance with electrical codes and standards. Mr. Oviedo-Vela has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in the electrical engineering and energy sectors. His Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in Utah and Idaho, 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 photovoltaic systems and electrical engineering practices.

Matthew Morrissette Vance

Certified Cloud Architect and Engineer

Matthew Morrissette Vance, Certified Cloud Architect and Engineer is a software engineering and technology expert specializing in cloud architecture and enterprise software development. With a career spanning cloud solutions, software architecture, and regulatory compliance, he brings a strategic and innovative framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating software architecture integrity, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether technology implementations meet regulatory requirements. Mr. Vance has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving technology development, cloud solutions, and gaming industries. His Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, along with his Bachelor of Science in Management Science with a Concentration in Marketing, 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 software engineering and technology implementations.

Bonneau H. Dickson Jr., P.E.

Consulting Sanitary Engineer

Bonneau H. Dickson Jr., P.E. is a Consulting Sanitary Engineer expert specializing in forensic engineering and expert witness testimony. With extensive experience in water and wastewater facility design, he brings a comprehensive understanding of environmental engineering challenges to litigation work. His work centers on investigating system failures, assessing compliance with engineering standards, and evaluating whether design omissions contributed to infrastructure issues. Mr. Dickson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving cases such as residential leakage, wastewater treatment failures, and sewer system analysis. His M.S. in Sanitary Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, along with his Civil Engineer certification in California (#19491), 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 water treatment systems, septic failures, and sewage contamination.

Morten Jensen

Professor of Biomedical Engineering

Morten Olgaard Jensen, PhD, DrMed, FAHA is a biomedical engineering and medical device expert specializing in product liability and intellectual property litigation. With a career encompassing medical device innovation, biomechanics, and surgical applications, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating device failures, assessing compliance with medical standards, and evaluating whether engineering practices meet regulatory requirements. Mr. Jensen has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and Europe, involving medical device failures, patent disputes, and surgical malpractice cases. His Doctor of Medical Science from The University of Aarhus, along with his Fellow of the American Heart Association 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 causation in disputes involving biomedical technology and medical instrumentation.

Richard K. Pumerantz, Ph.D.

Ammo, Firearm, & Shooting Reconstruction Expert

Richard K. Pumerantz, Ph.D. is an Ammo, Firearm, & Shooting Reconstruction Expert specializing in ammunition identification and classification, firearm design and manufacturing, and shooting incident reconstruction. With a career encompassing ammunition design, ballistic trajectory analysis, and toolmark examination, he brings a multifaceted forensic perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating cartridge failure, assessing ballistic trajectories, and evaluating whether firearms meet safety and design standards. Mr. Pumerantz has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements both in the United States and internationally, involving civil and criminal matters related to firearms and ammunition. His Ph.D. in Higher Education, along with certifications such as Crime Scene Investigations and Glock Certified Law Enforcement Armorer, 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 firearm and ammunition failures.