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Commercial Real Estate Expert

Dr. Dick Bridy is a commercial real estate expert specializing in property and construction personal injury litigation. With a career spanning commercial real estate development, brokerage, investment, leasing, and asset management, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating fiduciary duty breaches, assessing compliance with real estate standards, and evaluating whether negligence or fraud has occurred in commercial transactions. Dr. Bridy has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial real estate management, development, and litigation. His PhD in Business Administration, along with an MBA and EMBA, 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 management and construction safety.

President and Principle Engineer

John Hlinka, P.E. is a civil and structural engineering expert specializing in construction defect investigations. With a career spanning engineering, procurement, and construction management across diverse industries such as chemical, oil refinery, and nuclear power generation, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Mr. Hlinka has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Kentucky, involving cases related to industrial facilities, structural inspections, and construction management. His BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois, along with his licensure as a Professional Engineer in Kentucky, 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 compliance with safety regulations.

Maritime and Accident Reconstruction Expert

Captain John G. Jacobsen is a maritime and accident reconstruction expert specializing in marine and maritime incident analysis and accident reconstruction. With a career spanning maritime operations, piloting, and accident analysis, he brings a comprehensive understanding of navigational and operational frameworks to litigation work. His work centers on investigating maritime accidents, assessing compliance with navigational rules, and evaluating whether operational standards were met. Mr. Jacobsen has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial vessel operations, cruise ship incidents, and pleasure craft safety. His B.S. in Marine Transportation, along with his Master & Pilot License, U.S. Coast Guard, Port of Miami Harbor Pilot License, State of Florida, and Port of LA/LB Pilot License, U.S. Coast Guard, 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 maritime operations and safety regulations.

RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, CFPS, CEP

Michael Fiebig, RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, CFPS, CEP is a construction defects and premises liability expert specializing in architecture and fire protection litigation. With a career spanning architecture, construction defect analysis, and fire-resistive assemblies, he brings a comprehensive understanding of building codes and safety standards to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing fire protection systems, and evaluating whether premises liability standards have been met. Mr. Fiebig has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to residential and commercial construction, fire protection, and building code compliance. His Master of Architecture from the University of Colorado at Denver, along with certifications such as Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) and Certified EIFS Industry Professional (CEP), 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 premises liability.

Delay & Programming Expert

Mr. Matthew Klinefelter, BSc (HONS) IEng, MICE, MCIArb is a Delay & Programming Expert specializing in delay analysis and forensic planning. With a career encompassing project controls and disruption claims, he brings a strategic approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating project timelines, assessing construction delays, and evaluating whether contractor management practices align with industry standards. Mr. Klinefelter has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various construction sectors, involving complex delay and disruption claims. His BSc (HONS) in a relevant field, along with certifications such as the BTEC Level 7 – Advanced Professional Award Forensic Delay Analysis and the Cardiff University Bond Solon Expert Witness Certificate, 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 delay analysis and forensic planning.

General Contractor, Business Owner, Attorney

Nicholas Heimann, J.D. is a construction and real estate expert specializing in construction defects and workmanship disputes. With a career spanning general contracting, urban development, and real estate investment, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing workmanship standards, and evaluating whether contractual obligations have been met. Mr. Heimann has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements throughout Pennsylvania, involving high-end renovation projects and real estate investments. His J.D. from Temple University Beasley School of Law, along with his Philadelphia Contractor 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 responsibility in disputes involving construction and real estate matters.

Principal, Forensics

Joelle Nelson, PE is a forensic structural engineering expert specializing in construction defect analysis and catastrophic failure investigation. With a career spanning design, renovation, construction, and forensic investigations of complex structures, she brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. Her work centers on investigating structural collapses, assessing building code compliance, and evaluating whether construction defects contributed to failures. Ms. Nelson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defect, insurance coverage, and adjacent construction disputes. Her MS in Civil Engineering from Columbia University, along with certifications such as OSHA 30 and NYC Qualified Parking Structure Inspector, 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 in disputes involving structural failures and code compliance.

Consultant & Investigator

Jonathan Cherney, California Licensed Private Investigator, California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy Instructor, Remote Pilot is an accident reconstruction and traffic collision investigation expert specializing in vehicular murder and homicide cases. With a career spanning law enforcement, forensic analysis, and consulting, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work involving complex traffic incidents. His work centers on investigating vehicular homicides, assessing traffic collision reconstructions, and evaluating whether police practices adhered to standard procedures. Mr. Cherney has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Southern California, involving cases such as vehicular manslaughter, police pursuit driving, and DUI investigations. His Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, along with certifications as a California Licensed Private Investigator and a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy Instructor, 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 traffic collision investigations.

Senior Forensic Architect

William C. Charvat, AIA is a forensic architecture expert specializing in construction litigation claims. With a career spanning project management, construction problem solving, and forensic architecture, he brings a comprehensive framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction deficiencies, assessing architect and contractor performance, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Charvat has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across over 25 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, involving projects such as condominiums, hospitals, and commercial facilities. His Bachelor of Architecture from Kent State University, along with his architectural licenses in AZ, FL, GA, LA, NV, and SC, 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 large-scale construction projects.

Expert Witness

Sanford Kaminsky, AIA, NCARB is an architecture and construction defects expert specializing in standard of care and failure analysis litigation. With a career spanning architecture, construction documents, and defect analysis, he brings a comprehensive understanding of design and construction standards to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing code compliance, and evaluating whether contract documents meet industry standards. Mr. Kaminsky has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving commercial, highrise, and hospitality projects. His B.Arch from the University of Waterloo, along with his licenses in Florida and Nevada, 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 architecture and construction defects.

AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

Brian P Herbert, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP is an architecture and construction defects expert specializing in standard of care and building envelope issues. With a career spanning architecture, planning, zoning, and accessibility, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving construction defects and water infiltration. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing standard of care, and evaluating whether building envelope failures have occurred. Mr. Herbert has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving cases related to construction defects, zoning disputes, and accessibility compliance. His Bachelor's of Architecture in Architecture from Florida A&M, along with his LEED Accredited Professional certification and state licenses in architecture and interior design, 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 architectural and construction standards.

Jeffrey Phillip Weinstein, AIA is an Architectural Design and Construction Management expert specializing in forensic architecture and construction claims analysis. With a career spanning architectural design, project management, and real estate development, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing building code compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards of care have been met. Mr. Weinstein has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving high-rise residential, mixed-use developments, and healthcare facilities. His Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Washington University, Bachelor of Architecture from Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-ARC), and Master of Real Estate Development from the University of Southern California, along with his AIA Certified in Construction Management, Contract Administration and Specifications, 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, design errors, and omissions.

Chartered Architect

William P Bates, BSc (Hons), Dip Arch, RIBA, ACIArb is a Chartered Architect expert specializing in architectural design and standards, building compliance concerns, and construction disputes. With a career spanning architectural design, building compliance, and construction contract disputes, he brings a nuanced understanding of professional negligence and boundary/party wall disputes to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating architect damages assessment, assessing architects professional fee disputes, and evaluating whether construction defects have occurred. Mr. Bates has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving architect disputes, construction defects, and boundary demarcation issues. His Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture, along with his Diploma in Architecture, 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 building codes and ordinances, construction materials/methods failures, and domestic building works.

Property Problems Subject Matter Expert

John A. Stowe is a property damage and construction defects expert specializing in forensic property investigations and insurance claims disputes. With a career spanning restoration services, microbial remediation, and bio-hazard restoration, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex property damage scenarios. His work centers on investigating causation in property damage, assessing compliance with construction standards, and evaluating responsibility in insurance claims. Mr. Stowe has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to property damage and construction defects in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. His Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, along with certifications such as Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) and Master Fire & Smoke Restorer (MFSR), 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 property damage and construction defects.

Consultant

Timothy L. Kobernat is an OSHA and safety compliance expert specializing in litigation involving work-related accidents and injuries in construction and general industry. With a career spanning roles in accident investigation, compliance oversight, and safety education, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing compliance with OSHA standards, and evaluating whether safety protocols were adequately implemented. Mr. Kobernat has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction sites, multi-employer worksites, and diverse industrial operations. His Master of Science in Safety/Risk Control, along with his Certified Safety Professional (CSP) 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 OSHA compliance and safety standards.

Consultant Plastic Surgeon

TIMOTHY STUART BURGE MB ChB MSc DMCC MEWI FRCS FRCS (Plast) is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon expert specializing in medico-legal reporting and cosmetic/aesthetic surgery. With a career encompassing military, NHS, and private sector experience across multiple countries, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating trauma and burns, assessing cosmetic surgery outcomes, and evaluating whether medical negligence occurred. Mr. Burge has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK and internationally, involving cases of burns, trauma, and cosmetic surgery. His MB ChB in Medicine from the University of Bristol, along with his MSc in Aesthetic Medicine and Certificate of Medical Reporting (Bond Solon Civil Procedure Rules Expert Witness Certificate), 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 plastic surgery and trauma cases.

Emeritus Professor of Histopathology

Professor Nicholas Alcwyn Wright, MA (Oxon), MB BS (Dunelm), DSc, MD, PhD (Newcastle), FRCPath, FRCP, FRCS, FMedSci is a histopathology and tumour pathology expert specializing in cancer prognosis reconstruction and misdiagnosis analysis. With a career encompassing academic leadership and clinical consultancy, he brings a robust academic and practical framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating missed cancer prognoses, assessing histological misdiagnoses, and evaluating whether clonal evolution in tumors has been accurately interpreted. Professor Wright has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases of missed cancer prognoses and histopathological misdiagnoses. His MB, BS in Medicine from Durham University, along with Fellowships in the Royal College of Pathologists, Royal College of Physicians, and Royal College of Surgeons, 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 tumor pathology and histopathological evaluations.

Consultant Podiatric Surgeon

Mr Scott Corthine MA; DPodM; FRCPS is a podiatric surgery expert specializing in clinical negligence and surgical complications. With a career encompassing roles in management, professional regulation, and teaching, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating surgical outcomes, assessing standards of care in podiatry, and evaluating whether prescription-only medicines were appropriately utilized. Mr. Corthine has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases related to podiatric surgery, forefoot reconstruction, and standards of care in podiatry. His MA in Healthcare, Law and Ethics, along with certifications such as the Certificate of Prescription Only Medicines and Certificate in Advanced Anaesthesia, 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 podiatric surgical procedures.