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C. J. Abraham

PhD, JD, PE, DFE, CPC, FRSC, DEE, IH, FTI, BCFE, BCEE, CCHE, CCHEM

C. J. Abraham, PhD, JD, PE, DFE, CPC, FRSC, DEE, IH, FTI, BCFE, BCEE, CCHE, CCHEM is a forensic engineering and safety expert specializing in products liability and construction accidents. With a career spanning product development, manufacturing, packaging, and safety engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating product safety, assessing hazard control measures, and evaluating compliance with safety standards. Mr. Abraham has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to product liability, slip and fall incidents, and construction safety. His PhD in engineering, along with certifications such as Board Certified Diplomat in Forensic 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 safety engineering and hazard control.

Daniel J Barshinger, PE

Expert Witness

Daniel J Barshinger, PE is an accident reconstruction and mechanical engineering expert specializing in forensic analysis of traffic incidents and mechanical failures. With a career encompassing multidisciplinary engineering and forensic investigation, he brings a comprehensive technical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing mechanical integrity, and evaluating human factors in complex vehicular incidents. Mr. Barshinger has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the southeastern United States, involving cases related to construction zones, heavy and commercial vehicles, and traffic control systems. His BSME from the University of Central Florida, along with certifications such as Professional Engineer Florida #80323 and Accredited Traffic Accident Reconstructionist ACTAR #2457, 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 vehicle dynamics and accident reconstruction.

Jeff Hunt

Founder and President

Jeff Hunt, CGR, GMR, GMB, CAPS, CGP, MBA, HCI-R, HCI-W, CFLC is a construction and strategic consulting expert specializing in construction defects and contract disputes. With a career encompassing both commercial and residential construction, as well as strategic and information technology consulting, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing insurance claims, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Hunt has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Texas, involving construction defects, insurance claims, and contract disputes. His Bachelor of Science in Building Construction and Master of Business Administration from Texas A&M University, along with certifications such as Certified Forensic Litigation Consultant and Haag Certified Wind Damage Inspector, 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 insurance claims.

Mark R. Cipolone, P.E.

Director

Mark R. Cipolone, P.E. specializes in civil and structural engineering with extensive experience in construction claims and disputes, including slip, trip, and fall incidents, building code issues, and construction defects. He has provided expert testimony and litigation support related to wind and flood damage, water infiltration, and defective design and drawings across various industries, including nuclear and fossil power plants. His expertise encompasses cause of loss analysis, damage assessment, and repair scope determination. Cipolone is a registered Professional Engineer with multi-state licensing.

Charles A. Gabriels

Real Estate & Construction Defect Expert Witness

Charles A. Gabriels is a real estate and construction defect expert specializing in standards of care, fiduciary duty, and disclosure litigation. With a career spanning real estate brokerage, construction consulting, and compliance inspection, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing fiduciary responsibilities, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Gabriels has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving real estate transactions, construction defects, and fiduciary duty disputes. His AA Degree in Architecture and AA Degree in Paralegal Studies, along with certifications as a Certified Residential & Commercial Real Estate Inspector and California Real Estate Broker, 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 real estate and construction matters.

THOMAS A. CASTLE, SE

THOMAS A. CASTLE, SE is a structural engineering expert specializing in earthquake resistant structures and seismic risk assessment. With a career spanning structural design, renovation, and reconstruction, he brings a nuanced understanding of both modern and historic building practices to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural integrity, assessing seismic compliance, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Mr. Castle has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. His Master of Science in Structural Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, along with his extensive professional licenses, 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 compliance issues.

David C. Wells

Collision Reconstructionist

David C. Wells, ACTAR #1912 is a collision reconstruction expert specializing in traffic accident reconstruction and crime scene investigation. With a career spanning law enforcement, technical accident investigation, and crash data retrieval, he brings a comprehensive forensic perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating collision dynamics, assessing crash data retrieval outcomes, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in vehicular incidents. Mr. Wells has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Washington, involving criminal cases, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian incidents, and vehicle collisions. His A.A. degree in Law Enforcement, along with his accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction, 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 traffic accidents and crime scene investigations.

Louis Vanacore, PE, PMP, CxP, CMRP

Expert Witness

Louis Vanacore, PE, PMP, CxP, CMRP is an engineering and construction expert specializing in management, causal analysis, and quality. With a career encompassing diverse roles in reliability, safety, design, and project execution, he brings a comprehensive perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating management practices, assessing causal factors in construction failures, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Vanacore has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving complex engineering and construction cases. His Bachelor of Engineering Science in Mechanical from the University of South Florida, along with certifications such as Florida Registered Professional Engineer License 14569, Project Management Professional (PMP) 1360434, Building Commissioning Professional Certification (BCxP) 8257201, and Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) 151868, 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 construction projects.

Steven J Johnson, NCARB, AIA

Expert Witness

Steven J Johnson, NCARB, AIA is a construction defects and architecture expert specializing in forensic architecture and material sciences litigation. With a career spanning building envelope analysis, adaptive reuse, and historic preservation, he brings a nuanced understanding of architectural integrity and compliance to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing code compliance, and evaluating whether material defects have compromised life safety. Mr. Johnson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defects, building envelope failures, and historic preservation cases. His Bachelor of Architecture from Kansas State University, along with NCARB and AIA certifications, 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 intrusion and construction documentation analysis.

Joe Holasek, AIA

Licensed Architect

Joe Holasek, AIA is an architectural design and construction expert specializing in forensic investigations and expert witness testimony. With a career encompassing HVAC and plumbing systems, ADA compliance, and construction defect analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving construction and architectural standards. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing ADA compliance, and evaluating whether architectural standards of care have been met. Mr. Holasek has been retained in over 150 expert witness and consulting engagements across various construction and architectural cases. His Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Arizona, along with his Licensed Architect 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 defects, slip and fall claims, and water intrusion issues.

Adam Birchfield, CSP, CHST

Expert Witness

Adam Birchfield, CSP, CHST is an OSHA and construction safety expert specializing in regulatory compliance and safety management in construction environments. With a career spanning fall protection, scaffold safety, and multi-employer worksites, he brings a comprehensive safety framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards, and evaluating whether safety training was effectively implemented. Mr. Birchfield has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various construction-related disputes, involving fall protection, crane accidents, and steel erection. His BS in Occupational Safety & Health, along with certifications as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Construction Health and Safety Technologist (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 regulatory compliance.

Robert Amrhein

CSP, CHST, SSM

Robert Amrhein, CSP, CHST, SSM is a safety and construction expert specializing in workplace safety inspections and compliance with federal and state regulations. With a career encompassing major construction projects and a deep understanding of OSHA and New York safety standards, he brings a regulatory compliance framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating job site conditions, assessing hazard identification, and evaluating whether corrective measures meet industry standards. Mr. Amrhein has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across New York, involving construction safety, workplace accidents, and regulatory compliance. His Certified Safety Professional designation, along with his Construction Health and Safety Technician and Site Safety Manager licenses, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of safety compliance and responsibility in disputes involving construction site safety and regulatory adherence.

Eric M. Defend

Mechanical Engineer

Eric M. Defend, P.E. is a Mechanical Engineering expert specializing in mechanical failure analysis and root-cause analysis of complex equipment failures. With extensive experience in analyzing heavy construction and mining equipment systems, he brings a detailed understanding of mechanical systems and their failure mechanisms to litigation work. His work centers on investigating root causes of mechanical failures, assessing structural and fatigue failure mechanisms, and evaluating whether design defects contributed to equipment malfunctions. Mr. Defend has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Illinois, involving cases related to heavy construction and mining equipment failures. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, along with his Professional Engineer (P.E.) 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 hydraulic systems, structural components, and critical assemblies in off-highway and large mining equipment.

Robert S. Perkins

Expert Witness

Robert S. Perkins is a construction defects and insurance expert specializing in litigation involving construction defects and insurance claims. With a career spanning site inspections, building envelope analysis, and quality control, he brings a comprehensive understanding of construction-related issues to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing insurance claims, and evaluating whether proper quality control measures were followed. Mr. Perkins has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, involving construction defects, insurance claims, and property damage assessments. His education from California State University Long Beach, along with his ICC Building Inspector 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 defects and insurance claims.

Maz Rostamian, PhD

Expert Witness

Maziar Rostamian, PhD is an accident reconstruction and mechanical failure analysis expert specializing in product liability and mechanical system failures. With a career encompassing accident reconstruction, custom simulations, and human interaction analysis, he brings a comprehensive technical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing safety device effectiveness, and evaluating injury causation dynamics. Mr. Rostamian has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving product liability, industrial incidents, and transportation accidents. His PhD in Mechanical Engineering, along with his extensive experience in custom simulations and demonstratives, 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 accident reconstructions.

William Latham

Construction Defects / Flooring Failures Expert

William Latham is a construction defects expert specializing in flooring failures. With a career spanning residential and commercial inspections, interior and exterior defect analyses, and building forensics, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing flooring failures, and evaluating whether moisture intrusion has compromised structural integrity. Mr. Latham has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving residential and commercial property damage assessments and construction defect cases. His Certified Flooring Inspector designation from the Floor Covering Institute of Technical Services, Inc., along with certifications as a State of Florida Certified Building Contractor and Licensed Mold Remediator, 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 defects and flooring failures.

Troy Willingham

Board Certified Licensed Architect, Expert Witness & Litigation Consultant

Troy Willingham, Board Certified Licensed Architect is an architecture and construction expert specializing in forensic architecture and building code compliance. With a career spanning over five decades in forensic architecture, building code compliance, and construction defect analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing building code violations, and evaluating whether design disputes meet industry standards. Mr. Willingham has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving construction defects, design disputes, and premises liability cases. His Bachelor of Architecture in Architecture from the University of Florida, along with his Architect License — FL, 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 building code compliance and construction defects.

Waine P. Hicks

Expert Witness

Waine P. Hicks is a construction and construction defects expert specializing in construction claims and defect litigation. With a career spanning construction management, roof consulting, and structural failure analysis, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction delays, assessing workmanship claims, and evaluating whether contract disputes have led to construction failures. Mr. Hicks has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defect cases, contract disputes, and safety issues. His BS from Frostburg State University, along with certifications such as Certified General Contractor - CGC and Certified Roofing Contractor - CRC, 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 management and defect claims.