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Fleet Management

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Leslie (Les) A. Smart

Expert Witness & Fleet Consultant

Bixby, OK53 years+ yrs★ 8.9

Leslie (Les) A. Smart is a fleet management expert specializing in litigation involving fleet operations, risk management, and safety compliance. With a career spanning fleet operations management, logistics, and safety protocol development, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work, focusing on operational efficiency and regulatory adherence. His work centers on investigating fleet safety incidents, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether operational deviations contributed to accidents. Mr. Smart has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in the transportation, logistics, and fleet management industries. His BS in Business from Concordia University, along with his Class B Commercial Driver’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 causation and responsibility in disputes involving fleet safety and operational compliance.

Risk ManagementLogisticsSafety

Software Engineering

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Mehdi Tarrit Mirakhorli, Ph.D.

Director of Software Assurance Laboratory, Associate Professor

Hermosa Beach, CA19 years+ yrs★ 8.9

Mehdi Tarrit Mirakhorli, Ph.D. is a Software Engineering and Cybersecurity expert specializing in software security and vulnerability management litigation. With a career spanning software design, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating software vulnerabilities, assessing cybersecurity protocols, and evaluating whether software design meets industry standards. Mr. Mirakhorli has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to software engineering, cybersecurity, and intellectual property. His Ph.D. in Computer Science, along with his extensive experience in software engineering and cybersecurity, 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 security and design.

Software DesignCybersecuritySoftware Security+6

Deep foundations

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Dr. Edward J. Garbin, Jr.

President, Principal Engineer

Saint Johns, FL20 years+ yrs★ 8.9

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.

Ground improvementEarth retention systemsStructural distress+12

Medical Genetics

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Stephen D. Turner, Ph.D.

Expert Witness

Charlottesville, Virginia15 years+ yrs★ 8.9

Stephen D. Turner, Ph.D. is a Medical Genetics and Forensic Science expert specializing in human genomics, public health, and microbial genomics. With a career spanning academia, industry, and independent consulting, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating genetic data, assessing biosecurity measures, and evaluating whether public health protocols have been adhered to. Mr. Turner has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving medical genetics, forensic science, and biosecurity cases. His Ph.D. in Computational Human Genetics, along with certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and Registered U.S. Patent Agent, 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 synthetic biology and infectious disease modeling.

Forensic ScienceHuman genomicsPublic health+3

Human Factors

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Adam K. Aleksander

PhD PE CSP

Boise, ID51 years+ yrs★ 8.9

Adam K. Aleksander, PhD, PE, CSP is a forensic engineering expert specializing in human factors, product liability, and safety engineering. With a diverse career encompassing mechanical and industrial engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating equipment failures, assessing product defects, and evaluating whether safety standards were met. Mr. Aleksander has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving product liability, industrial accidents, and mechanical failures. His Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, along with certifications as a Certified Safety Professional and Licensed Professional Engineer 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 mechanical and safety engineering issues.

Products LiabilityMechanical EngineeringIndustrial Engineering+2

Accident Reconstruction

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Gary E. Kilpatrick

President and Chief Engineering Officer

Jamestown, NC30 years+ yrs★ 8.9

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.

Mechanical EngineeringForensic EngineeringTraffic Accident Reconstruction+2

Dram shop

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Dr. Curt E. Harper

Forensic Toxicology Consultant

Pelham, AL17 years+ yrs★ 8.9

Dr. Curt E. Harper, Ph.D., MSFS, F-ABFT is a forensic toxicology expert specializing in drug recognition and roadside enforcement training. With a career encompassing leadership roles in toxicology departments and extensive involvement in forensic science committees, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating drug-related impairment, assessing toxicological evidence, and evaluating whether forensic procedures meet legal standards. Dr. Harper has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving DUI and DUID cases, workplace drug testing, and postmortem toxicology. His Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology and Toxicology, along with certifications such as Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Toxicology (F-ABFT) and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), 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 drug and alcohol impairment.

Retrograde extrapolationWorkplace drug testingWrongful death+14

Security and Premises Liability

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James F. Pastor

Ph.D., J.D., C.P.P.

Naples, FL★ 8.9

James F. Pastor, Ph.D., J.D., C.P.P. is a security and premises liability expert specializing in legal issues related to security, policing, and public safety. With a career that spans tactical policing, legal representation, and academic research, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating security protocols, assessing liability in security breaches, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Pastor has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to security firms, police unions, and corporate security policies. His Ph.D. in Public Policy Analysis, along with certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), 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 law, premises liability, and use of force.

SecurityPolicingPublic Safety+2

Medical Devices

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Denise Holliday

Medical Device, Regulatory Compliance, and Risk Management Expert

St. Augustine, FL20+ years+ yrs★ 8.9

Denise Holliday, Regulatory Affairs Certification RAC-DEVICES, ISO 13485:2016 Lead Auditor Certification, ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification, Certified Quality Auditor Certification, Certified Quality Engineer Certification, Six Sigma Green Belt is a medical device regulatory compliance and risk management expert specializing in litigation support for medical technology businesses, healthcare organizations, and startups. With a career spanning quality management systems, international regulatory compliance, and medical device risk management, she brings a strategic framework to her litigation work. Her work centers on conducting ISO certification audits, spearheading quality management system implementations, and managing regulatory assessments. Ms. Holliday has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving medical device manufacturing, compliance, and litigation support. Her Master of Science in Regulatory Science from The Johns Hopkins University, along with her certifications, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of regulatory compliance and risk management in disputes involving medical devices.

Biomedical EngineeringUS FDA 21 CFRHealth Canada SOR/98-282+16

Accident Reconstruction

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Matthew King

Senior Forensic Engineer

Selma, CA31 years+ yrs★ 8.9

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.

Slip Trip & FallAutomobile Accident ReconstructionAgricultural Accident Reconstruction+8

Safety and OSHA

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Kurt M. Stetzer

Safety Professional

Canonsburg, PA35 years+ yrs★ 8.9

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.

Safety ManagementRisk AssessmentConstruction Safety

Construction

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Mark “Jake” Jacobson

Construction Expert Witness

Fruita, Colorado30+ years+ yrs★ 8.9

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.

Construction DefectsConstruction & Construction Defects AnalysisTrades Work Product Analysis+19

Engineering

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Edward L. Fronapfel

Chief Executive Officer

Golden, Colorado35 years+ yrs★ 8.9

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.

ConstructionForensic EngineeringStructural Design+3

Travel & Tourism

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Michael F. Stone

CTIE, CPCU

Fort Lauderdale, Florida34 years+ yrs★ 8.9

Michael F. Stone, CTIE, CPCU is a Travel & Tourism expert specializing in tour operating, travel standard of care, and travel supplier contracts. With a career spanning strategic partnerships, digital engagement solutions, and fiscal management, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating travel agency practices, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether duty of care obligations were met. Mr. Stone has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and the Middle East, involving tour operators, travel agencies, and cruise companies. His Bachelor of Science Degree in Hotel and Hospitality Management, along with certifications such as CTIE and CPCU, 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 travel and tourism.

Nurse Anesthetist

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Susan M. Thibeault

DNAP, MS, MBA, CRNA

Branford, CT30 years+ yrs★ 8.9

Susan M. Thibeault, DNAP, MS, MBA, CRNA is a Nurse Anesthetist expert specializing in anesthesia-related litigation. With a career encompassing leadership in clinical practice and quality assurance, she brings a comprehensive perspective to evaluating standards of care in anesthetic procedures. Her work centers on investigating adverse events, assessing compliance with anesthesia protocols, and evaluating whether deviations from standard practices occurred. Ms. Thibeault has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving hospital liability, airway management, and anesthesia-related adverse events. Her Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Practice from Central Connecticut State University, along with certifications such as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and Critical Care Registered Nurse, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving anesthesia and critical care.

AnesthesiologyAnesthesiaCritical Care

Chemistry & Chemicals

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Dr. David J. Augeri

Expert Witness/Expert Medicinal Chemist

Princeton, New Jersey30 years+ yrs★ 8.9

Dr. David J. Augeri, PhD is a medicinal chemistry expert specializing in pharmaceutical patent IP litigation. With a career spanning oncology research, diabetes drug development, and synthetic organic chemistry, he brings a nuanced understanding of drug discovery and patent law to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating patent infringement, assessing drug enablement, and evaluating whether obviousness claims hold in ANDA disputes. Dr. Augeri has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving cases related to diabetes drugs, oncology treatments, and pharmaceutical patent disputes. His PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from the University of California-Irvine, along with his extensive experience in pharmaceutical research, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of infringement and enablement in disputes involving diabetes and oncology drug patents.

Pharmaceutical ResearchMedicinal ChemistryOncology+2

Energy and Electricity

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Matthew Hawkins

Professional Mechanical Engineer

Livermore, CA10+ years+ yrs★ 8.9

Matthew Hawkins, Professional Mechanical Engineer is an Energy Systems expert specializing in energy planning and strategy litigation. With a career encompassing roles in asset management, energy markets, and operations research, he brings a strategic framework to litigation work involving complex energy systems. His work centers on investigating regulatory compliance, assessing operational efficiencies, and evaluating whether strategic deviations impact market outcomes. Mr. Hawkins has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving energy markets, battery energy storage systems, and power generation disputes. His B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer (PE) in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal and Fluid 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 energy systems and market operations.

Energy SystemsUSA Energy MarketsEnergy Planning and Strategy+6

Real Estate

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Laura A. Cantrell

CPM®

Anchorage, Alaska41 years+ yrs★ 8.9

Laura A. Cantrell, CPM® is a real estate and property management expert specializing in landlord-tenant disputes and premises liability cases. With a career spanning property management operations, leasing and sales, and risk management, she brings a comprehensive operational framework to litigation work. Her work centers on investigating maintenance and inspection protocols, assessing standards of care, and evaluating whether security and safety measures were adequate. Ms. Cantrell has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Alaska, involving residential and commercial property disputes, HOA and association conflicts, and personal injury claims. Her Certified Property Manager (CPM®) designation, along with her Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR®) and Graduate of Realtors Institute (GRI®) certifications, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving property management and real estate operations.

Property Management

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