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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.

Kenneth R. Dees

Professional Engineer

Kenneth R. Dees, P.E., CFM is a civil engineering expert specializing in forensic engineering and expert testimony related to storm water management and floodplain analysis. With a career spanning real estate development, storm water drainage, and floodplain management, he brings a strategic perspective to litigation work involving complex technical issues. His work centers on investigating failures in storm water diversion, assessing the impact of increased flow or frequency, and evaluating whether miscalculations in floodplain areas have occurred. Mr. Dees has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements throughout Texas, involving real estate development and construction cases. His BSCE in Civil Engineering from Southern Methodist University, along with his Professional Engineer (PE) and Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) 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 floodplain and storm water management.

Jeffrey S. Kane

Statistician - Discrimination, Wage & Hours, HR

Jeffrey S. Kane, Ph.D. is an organizational psychology expert specializing in employment discrimination and human resource management litigation. With a career spanning statistical analysis, human resource system design, and organizational development, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating employment discrimination claims, assessing compliance with wage and hour laws, and evaluating the efficacy of performance management systems. Mr. Kane has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases of employment discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes. His Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, along with his memberships in the American Psychological Association and the Society for Industrial/Organizational Psychology, 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 human resource management practices and compliance with federal regulations.

Dr. Joseph Steven Schwartzberg

Special Education Expert Witness

Dr. Joseph Steven Schwartzberg specializes in providing expert witness testimony and consultation in cases involving students with disabilities, with extensive experience in state and federal court. His career includes significant roles in special education administration, where he coordinated business services, managed program evaluations, and supervised educational staff across multiple programs. He has overseen substantial budgets and construction projects, including a $3,000,000 educational facility, and has developed policies that align with state and federal regulations. Dr. Schwartzberg's expertise encompasses cause of loss, damage assessment, and repair scope related to educational facilities and special education services.

Jim Atkins

Technical Consultant/Contract Manager

Jim Atkins is a papermaking and paper industry expert specializing in expert witness consulting and testimony in various areas of papermaking. With a career spanning process engineering, operations improvement, and technical training, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating recycled paper quality issues, assessing engineering liability in paper mills, and evaluating whether patent infringements have occurred in paper chemicals and machinery. Mr. Atkins has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases such as US Customs tariff disputes, recycled paper quality issues, and paper machinery liability. His Bachelors Degree in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina, along with his election as a TAPPI Fellow, 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 papermaking technology and operations.

Richard F Beaubien, PE, PTOE

Expert Witness

Richard F Beaubien, PE, PTOE is a Traffic Engineering expert specializing in traffic control and roadway design litigation. With a career spanning traffic incident management, intelligent transportation systems, and road safety, he brings a comprehensive framework to analyzing transportation-related disputes. His work centers on investigating traffic impacts, assessing roadway design, and evaluating whether traffic control measures meet safety standards. Mr. Beaubien has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Metro Detroit area, involving traffic engineering, roadway design, and intelligent transportation systems. His MSCE and BSCE in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan, along with his Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) and Road Safety Professional (RSP) 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 causation in disputes involving traffic engineering and road safety.

Stepan V. Eero

Electrical & Corrosion Engineer

Stepan V. Eero, Certified Cathodic Protection Specialist (CP4), Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI), Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator (CVFI) is an Electrical & Corrosion Engineering expert specializing in litigation involving electrical failures and corrosion incidents. With a career encompassing diverse roles in engineering consulting, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical system failures, assessing corrosion control measures, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in cases of electrical and corrosion-related incidents. Mr. Eero has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in the oil and gas industry and electrical engineering disputes. His Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Washington State University, along with certifications such as Certified Cathodic Protection Specialist (CP4) and Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI), 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 electrical and corrosion failures.

William C. Tintle

Engineering Consultant

William C. Tintle specializes in engineering forensics, focusing on machine design and engineering analysis related to material handling equipment such as cranes, conveyors, and custom lifting devices. His extensive experience spans industries including nuclear, defense, and transportation, where he has conducted damage assessments and determined causes of loss for complex engineering failures. With a proven track record in designing and overseeing the construction of critical machinery, he is adept at defining repair scopes for equipment failures. Tintle holds multi-state Professional Engineer licenses, underscoring his qualifications in the field.

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.

Nathan Macdonald

Mechanical Engineer | Expert Witness

Nathan Macdonald, PE, CSP is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in patent litigation and product liability. With a career encompassing forensic engineering, product design, and expert witness services, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating equipment failures, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether design defects contributed to incidents. Mr. Macdonald has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements nationwide, involving product liability, premises liability, and intellectual property disputes. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University, along with certifications such as Certified Safety Professional and Certified Tribometrist, 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.

Stephen M. Redding

HVAC Expert

Stephen M. Redding, P.E. is an HVAC and Mechanical Engineering expert specializing in litigation involving thermal comfort, humidity, and HVAC equipment performance issues. With a career spanning design, construction administration, and forensic analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work, focusing on the intersection of engineering principles and building performance. His work centers on investigating HVAC system failures, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether equipment performance meets contractual obligations. Mr. Redding has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Texas and Colorado, involving commercial, institutional, and industrial building projects. His Masters of Mechanical Engineering from Rice University, along with his registration as a professional engineer in Texas and Colorado, 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 and mechanical engineering standards.

Scott G. Nacheman, MSc.Eng., AIA

Scott G. Nacheman, MSc.Eng., AIA is a forensic architecture and engineering expert specializing in emergency response and disaster mitigation. With a career spanning emergency management, structural stabilization, and forensic investigations, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to complex incident analysis. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing disaster impacts, and evaluating whether engineering standards were met. Mr. Nacheman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving high-profile structural failures and disaster response cases. His Master of Architecture and M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, along with his NCARB Certification and advanced Structures Specialist 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 structural integrity and emergency response.

Selim Cerci, PE

Expert Witness

Selim Cerci, PE is a structural engineering expert specializing in forensic engineering and construction defect litigation. With a career encompassing diverse engineering disciplines, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing structural failures, and evaluating whether engineering standards were met. Mr. Cerci has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving cases of hurricane damage, slip and fall incidents, and insurance litigation. His B.S. in Geological Engineering, along with his Licensed Professional Engineer in Florida and FAA Remote Pilot 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 structural failures and water intrusion.

Steven M. Hall

Director, Human Factors Practice

Steven M. Hall, M.S.E., C.P.S.M. is a Human Factors expert specializing in warnings and instructions design, ergonomics, and product and occupational safety litigation. With a career spanning human factors engineering, product safety, and standards development, he brings a comprehensive framework to analyzing compliance with safety standards and effective communication of hazards. His work centers on investigating the adequacy of warnings and instructions, assessing ergonomic design compliance, and evaluating whether safety information meets industry standards. Mr. Hall has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving consumer products, industrial machinery, and recreational equipment. His M.S.E in Industrial and Operations Engineering, along with his Certified Product Safety Manager 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 responsibility in disputes involving safety symbols, human error, and hazard communication.

Monty G. Myers

CEO/Founder of Eureka Software Solutions, Inc.

Monty G. Myers P.E. is a software engineering and intellectual property expert specializing in complex litigation involving software patents, trade secrets, and contractual disputes. With a career encompassing leadership in software development, intellectual property management, and strategic oversight, he brings a nuanced understanding of technology and legal intersections to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating software project failures, assessing intellectual property misappropriation, and evaluating whether software development practices meet industry standards. Mr. Myers has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving high-profile cases in the technology, transportation, and energy sectors. His Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Texas A&M University, along with his Professional Engineer license in Texas, 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 development and intellectual property rights.

Harvey Stone

Expert Witness

Harvey Stone is a railroad and civil engineering expert specializing in railroad track, equipment, and structural litigation. With a career spanning multiple decades in engineering and consulting, he brings a robust framework for analyzing complex transportation and infrastructure disputes. His work centers on investigating track-related injuries, assessing railroad grade crossings, and evaluating whether railroad structures meet industry standards. Mr. Stone has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to railroad structures, streetcar tracks, and surface transportation. His education from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, along with his licensure as a Professional Engineer in AR, CO, FL, GA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NH, NY, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, IA, MA, NE, NV, OR, RI, SC, VT, WA, WY, 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 railroad and civil engineering matters.

Mark R. Mannex, PE

Expert Witness

Mark R. Mannex, PE is a fire protection engineering expert specializing in fire safety and engineering systems. With a career encompassing fire protection engineering, hazardous materials safety, and process safety, he brings a comprehensive understanding of fire safety systems and their application in various industrial settings. His work centers on investigating fire damage, assessing fire protection systems, and evaluating whether safety standards have been met. Mr. Mannex has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving fire protection engineering and hazardous materials safety cases. His BSME from the University of Florida, along with his certifications in Mechanical and Fire Protection Professional 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 fire protection systems and safety engineering.

Evan A. Page, PLS

Land Surveying Expert

Evan A. Page, PLS is a land surveying expert specializing in boundary and property dispute litigation. With a career spanning land surveying and civil engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating boundary delineations, assessing surveyor negligence, and evaluating whether encroachments have occurred. Mr. Page has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, Idaho, and Washington, involving property disputes, easements, and land title cases. His B.S. in Land Surveying and A.S. in Civil Engineering Technology from the Oregon Institute of Technology, along with his licenses in California, Idaho, and Washington, 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 land surveying and civil engineering.